What are the differences between Garmin Vivoactive 4 and Vivoactive 5? Which one should you purchase?
The now four-year-old Garmin Vivoactive 4 has finally received a successor. The new Vivoactive 5 actually borrows more from the Venu 3 family than it does its predecessor. Is the newest Vivoactive worth picking up? That’s what we aim to answer in this Garmin Vivoactive 4 vs Vivoactive 5 comparison.
and Features
Comparison of the specifications and features between the Garmin Vivoactive 4 and Vivoactive 5.
| Garmin Vivoactive 4 | Garmin Vivoactive 4S | Garmin Vivoactive 5 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Display | 1.3-inch MIP, 260 x 260 resolution
Corning Gorilla Glass 3 |
The display has a 1.1-inch MIP screen with a resolution of 218 x 218 pixels. Corning Gorilla Glass 3 |
The display on this device is an AMOLED measuring 1.2 inches with the option for an always-on feature and a resolution of 390 x 390. Corning Gorilla Glass 3 |
| Dimensions and weight | 45.1 x 45.1 x 12.8 mm 22mm band 50.5g |
40.0 x 40.0 x 12.7 mm 22mm band 40g |
42.2 x 42.2 x 11.1mm 20mm band 36g |
| Build materials | Stainless steel bezel bezel
Rear cover made of reinforced polymer fibers |
Stainless steel bezel bezel
Rear cover made of fiber-reinforced polymer. |
Anodized aluminum bezel Fiber-reinforced polymer case Silicone band |
| Battery |
The smartwatch mode can last for a maximum of 8 days. |
Up to 7 days in smartwatch mode
You can use GPS and music for a maximum of 5 hours. |
The smartwatch mode can last for up to 11 days (or 5 days if always-on display is enabled). The Battery Saver Smartwatch mode can last for a maximum of 21 days. |
| IP rating | 5 ATM | 5 ATM | 5 ATM |
| Sensors |
The Garmin Elevate is a sensor that monitors heart rate. Monitor for measuring the saturation of oxygen in the blood using a pulse oximeter. |
The Garmin Elevate sensor for heart rate measurement. |
The Garmin Elevate sensor for measuring heart rate. |
| Connectivity | Bluetooth ANT+ Wi-Fi |
Bluetooth ANT+ Wi-Fi |
Bluetooth ANT+ Wi-Fi |
| Compatibility | Android, iOS | Android, iOS | Android, iOS |
| Garmin Pay | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Smartwatch features | Connect IQ-compatible Smartphone notifications Respond or decline a phone call with a text message (only available on Android) Controls smartphone music Manages and operates the music on a smartwatch. |
Connect IQ-compatible Smartphone notifications Decline incoming call with text (only available on Android devices) Controls and plays music on a smartwatch. |
Connect IQ-compatible Smartphone notifications Respond or decline a call with a text message (only available on Android) Manages and manipulates music on a smartwatch. |
| Colors |
Shadow Gray case with a Silver Stainless Steel bezel |
The bezel colors include Light Gold with a Dust Rose case, Rose Gold with a White case, and Silver with a Powder Gray case. |
The color options for the case of the Metallic Orchid are Slate, Cream Gold, and Ivory, while the Metallic Navy case is available in Navy. |
and Features
Comparing the Design and Features of Garmin’s Vivoactive 4 and Vivoactive 5.
The appearance of the Vivoactive 5 resembles a blend of its previous model and the Venu 3 series. It adopts the dual-side button design of the Vivoactive 4, but its physical structure is more similar to the Venu. In terms of dimensions, the Vivoactive 5 falls in between the sizes of the Vivoactive 4 and 4S, with a band width of 20mm and a body size of 42.2 x 42.2 x 11.1mm. It’s worth noting that there is no separate size model for the Vivoactive 5S, as Garmin has chosen to go with a one-size-fits-all approach for this device.
