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Materials | ★★★★★ |
Price | ★★ |
GST-B500 Model Range *may be updated
Quick Content Guide
- GST-B500 Model Range *in different colors and bands
- General information about the watch *year of first release, model range etc.
- G-Shock GST-B500 Display Guide *for key functions only
- G-Shock GST-B500 on the wrist *only images and only on the wrist
- GST-B500 Usage Patterns *what the watch is usually meant for
- Feedback from Users and Experts *anonymous from different sources
- Other G-Shock GST Watches *similar by price and functions but different by cases
- Official GST-B500 Specs *all details and for base version GST-B400-1A
- G-Shock GST-B500 PROs & CONs *by experts with 10 years experience
- GST-B500 Comparison Table *with similar G-Shock Watches
- Recent News about GST-B500 *the latest breaking news and videos
General Information
Price | $360 *average Amazon Price, we may earn commission from purchases |
Year of first Release | 2022 |
Suitable for Wrist Size | 160 – 230 mm |
Module Number | 5684 / Manual |
Model Range | G-STEEL (G-Steel are refined watches and combine high-quality materials with G-Shock’s standard of toughness. Its layered guard structure boasts a double-layer bezel construction of stainless steel and resin or resin and fine resin which delivers the hard, sleek beauty of metal while retaining the impact absorption of resin.) |
Battery Type | Solar (G-Shock Batteries) |
Other Divisions the GST-B500 belongs to: *you may find all watches of the division by clicking on the link | G-Shock Ana-Digi G-Shock Bluetooth G-Shock Solar G-Shock 2022 |
G-SHOCK G-STEEL Evolution Timeline
G-Shock GST-B500 Display Guide *for key functions only. For you to know how it works))
General Display
- Hour hand
- Minute hand
- Mode hand
Indicates the current mode. In the Timekeeping mode, this hand shows the current charge level. - LCD
Shifting Hands to Read the Digital Display
Hand shift moves the hands out of the way for easy viewing of display information.
Phone Finder
You can use phone finder to trigger a tone on the phone to make it easy to find. The tone is forced to sound even if the phone is in vibrate mode.
Checking World Time
Enter the World Time.
After the currently selected World Time City name appears, the watch will display the current time in that city.
G-Shock GST-B500 on the wrist!
GST-B500 Usage Patterns *what the watch is usually meant for
Feedback from Users *accumulated information from our own comments and emails, forum threads, socials, reviews, etc.
PROs
+ looks a lot more expensive than it is
+ the strap looks very comfortable
+ fits just fine and the lightweight is a plus
+ they fixed the battery indicator from the gst-b100 so it’s easier to check the battery level
+ they slimmed down the watch
CONs
– too few color/ stainless steel variants with straps without negative displays
– no backlight movement detector and timer
– no lume
– at that price it should DEFINITELY have a sapphire glass
– they removed a very useful second hand
What we like in GST-B500 *comments by experts with 10 years experience in writing about Casio watches
— The Slimmest-Ever G-STEEL as for 2022 (it features a new, improved module built to deliver slimness)
— Beautiful battery level indicator at 9 o’clock (displays the mode, battery level and more)
— Vapor deposition-treated dials (for highly chromogenic and distinctive coloration)
— Tough Solar (CASIO’s original solar-charging system converts not only sunlight but also light from fluorescent lamps and other sources into power)
— G-SHOCK Connected App (you may manage all watch settings through your phone)
Other G-Shock GST Watches *similar by price and functions but different by cases
These are not all G-Shock GST Series. Here is a list of All G-Shock GST Watches →
Official Casio Description.
The GST-B500 line brings together smaller components and high-density mounting, continuing to deliver Bluetooth connectivity and solar power charging, but in an even slimmer profile. The Carbon Core Guard absorbs external shocks for true G-STEEL toughness, and the comfortable fit complements your unique way of life. Downsized button guards offer slim yet ample buttons that are easy to operate.
The bezel is treated with multiple finishes to deliver exceptional metal textures from every angle, for a truly sophisticated presentation with its own special look.
Official GST-B500 Specs / Features *for base version GST-B500AD-3A
- Case size: (L× W× H) 46.6 × 48.9 × 12.8 mm
- Weight: 143 g
- Case / bezel material: Resin / Stainless steel
- Band: Stainless Steel Band
- One-touch 3-fold Clasp
- Construction: Carbon Core Guard structure
- Shock Resistant
- Water resistance
- 200-meter water resistance
- Power supply and battery life: Tough Solar (Solar powered)
- Smartphone Link feature: Mobile link (Wireless linking using Bluetooth®)
- Apps: CASIO WATCHES
- App connectivity feature:
Auto time adjustment
Easy watch setting
Approximately 300 world time cities
Time & place
Reminder
Phone finder - Glass: Mineral
- GlassSurface treatment:
Gold ion plated case
Gold ion plated band - World time
38 time zones (38 cities + coordinated universal time), city code display, city name display, daylight saving on/off, auto summer time (DST) switching, Home city/World time city swapping - Stopwatch
1/100-second stopwatch
Measuring capacity:
00’00”00~59’59”99 (for the first 60 minutes)
1:00’00~23:59’59 (after 60 minutes)
Measuring unit: 1/100 second (for the first 60 minutes) 1 second (after 60 minutes)
Measuring modes: Elapsed time, lap/split time - Timer
Countdown timer
Measuring unit: 1 second
Countdown range: 60 minutes
Countdown start time setting range: 1 second to 60 minutes (1-second increments and 1-minute increments) - Alarm/hourly time signal
5 daily alarms
Hourly time signal - Light
Double LED light
LED light for the face (Super illuminator, selectable illumination duration (1.5 seconds or 3 seconds), afterglow)
LED backlight for the digital display (Super illuminator, selectable illumination duration (1.5 seconds or 3 seconds), afterglow) - Calendar
Full auto-calendar (to year 2099) - Energy saving feature
Power Saving (display goes blank to save power when the watch is left in the dark) - Run time
Approx. battery operating time:
7 months on rechargeable battery (operation period with normal use without exposure to light after charge)
18 months on rechargeable battery (operation period when stored in total darkness with the power save function on after full charge) - Mute feature: Button operation tone on/off
- Battery display/alert: Battery level indicator
- Accuracy: Accuracy: ±15 seconds per month (with no mobile link function)
- Other features
Hand shift feature (Hands move out of the way to provide an unobstructed view of digital display contents.)
12/24-hour format
Date/month display swapping
Day display (days of the week selectable in six languages)
Regular timekeeping:
Analog: 2 hands (hour, minute (hand moves every 20 seconds)), 1 dial (battery level, mode)
Digital: Hour, minute, second, pm, month, date, day
G-SHOCK GST-B500 PROs & CONs
*we composed all points based on our ten years experience in writing about CASIO watches. We know what matters when you are searching for your ideal G-SHOCK!
– Solar Powered (Tough Solar). No need to worry about the battery change
– Bluetooth (easy to operate via smartphone)
– Bluetoot Accuracy Calibration (checks if the watch shows the ideal time)
– Slimm profile (only 12.8 mm). Good for office wear
– Carbon Core Guard (the watch is more lightweight but stronger in comparison with a traditional case)
– Metal textures (a truly sophisticated presentation with its own special look)
– Amazing functional disk
– Double LED Light (one for the face and one for the digital display)
– Only traditional functions (World time, Stopwatch, Timer, Alarms etc.)
– Mineral Glass (could be Sapphire, but with higher price)
– Difficult digital display readability (if the model uses a negative display)
– No Radio Calibration (you have only Bluetooth Time Sync)
– No Second Hand
– Not cheap (but good materials)
GST-B500 Comparison Table with similar G-Shock Watches
GST-B500 | |||
Price (Amazon) | |||
Year of first Release | 2022 | 2021 | 2017 |
Accuracy | Bluetooth (via phone app) | Bluetooth (via phone app) | Bluetooth (via phone app) |
SmartWatch Features | G-SHOCK Connected App | G-SHOCK Connected App | G-SHOCK Connected App |
Light | Neobrite and Double LED light (Full auto LED light, Super illuminator) | Neobrite and Double LED light | Neobrite and LED light (Super Illuminator) |
Alarm | 5 daily alarms | 5 daily alarms | Daily alarm |
Timer | Measuring unit: 1 second | Measuring unit: 1 second | Measuring unit: 1 second |
Stopwatch | 1/100-second stopwatch | 1/100-second stopwatch | 1-second stopwatch |
Hourly Time Signal | Yes | Yes | No |
World Time | 38 time zones (38 cities + coordinated universal time), city code display, city name display, daylight saving on/off, auto summer time (DST) switching, Home city/World time city swapping | 38 time zones (38 cities + coordinated universal time), city code display, city name display, daylight saving on/off, auto summer time (DST) switching, Home city/World time city swapping | Dual time (Home city time swapping) |
Multi Day Format | Yes | Yes | No |
Multi Language Day | Yes | Yes | No |
Second Hand | No | Yes | Yes |
Alpha Gel / | No | No | Yes |
Magnetic Resistance | No | No | Yes |
Carbon Core Guard | Yes | Yes | No |
Case / bezel material | Resin / Stainless steel | Resin / Stainless steel | Resin / Stainless steel |
Glass | Mineral Glass | Mineral Glass | Mineral Glass |
Battery | Solar powered CTL920 | Solar powered | Solar powered CTL920 |
Size (mm) *we consider 48.9×42.8×13.4 to be a traditional watch size (as in DW-5600). So you are to compare how far or close the watch is to this size | 46.6×48.9×12.8 | 46.6×49.6×12.9 | 58.1×53.8×14.1 |
Full features (if you want to know more) |
Recent News about GST-B500
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You ask, we answer…
It’s CASIO’s original solar-charging system that converts not only sunlight but also light from fluorescent lamps and other sources into power.
They are used for highly chromogenic and distinctive coloration.
You may manage all watch settings through your phone.
Not sure about GST-B500? There are more G-Shocks!
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