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Pixel Watch 5 leak points to more RAM but no major chip upgrade

Marty S.

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Jul 23, 2026

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The Google Pixel Watch 5 may get a welcome RAM bump, but sticking with the same Qualcomm SW5100 chip family points to an incremental update, not a meaningful performance leap. Unless Google delivers major battery or software gains, owners of recent Google Pixel Watch models have little reason to upgrade.

Marty’s Take:

For shoppers, the Google Pixel Watch 5 is a poor reason to delay a purchase or upgrade: extra RAM may improve multitasking, but an unchanged platform does not address bigger buying questions, especially battery life, sensor accuracy, and training tools. Compare today’s proven options in our best fitness tracker guide instead of paying launch-day prices for an incremental refresh.

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Marty S.

Marty is a contributor at Fitness Tech Trends, focused on helping readers cut through the noise and make informed decisions about fitness technology. He dives deep into product comparisons, analyzes features that actually matter, and breaks down technical specs into practical insights. Whether readers are choosing between heart rate monitors, deciding on recovery tools, or figuring out which smartwatch fits their training style, Marty aims to provide straightforward, no-hype guidance. When he’s not researching the latest gear, he’s probably testing theories about what makes certain products stick while others fade into the gadget graveyard.

Pixel Watch 5 leak points to more RAM but no major chip upgrade

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