[G-Shock Comparison] DW-5600 VS DW-6900

The Ultimate Guide to All G-SHOCKs — composed by Experts

Can’t choose between G-Shock DW-5600 and DW-6900? Enjoy our comparison table and the best features unique list of each series.

We are trying to compare the watches from one collection or “similar” price categories. Besides you may find our rating system and pros & cons section below. Enjoy!

DW-5600

DW-6900HM-2

	DW-5600	DW-6900
Price (Amazon)	50$	60$
Year of first Release	1996	1995
Accuracy	±15 seconds per month	±15 seconds per month
SmartWatch Features	No	No
Light	Electro-luminescent backlight Afterglow	Electro-luminescent backlight Afterglow
Alarm	Multi-function alarm	Multi-function alarm
Timer	Measuring unit: 1 second Countdown range: 24 hours Countdown start time setting range: 1 second to 24 hours (1-second increments, 1-minute increments and 1-hour increments) Other: Auto-repeat	Measuring unit: 1 second Countdown range: 24 hours Countdown start time setting range: 1 second to 24 hours (1-second increments, 1-minute increments and 1-hour increments) Other: Auto-repeat
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, split time, 1st-2nd place times	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, split time, 1st-2nd place times
Hourly Time Signal	Yes	Yes
World Time	No	No
Auto-Back Light	Yes	No
Case / bezel material	Resin	Resin
Glass	Mineral Glass	Mineral Glass
Battery	2 years on CR2016	2 years on CR2016
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	48.9×42.8×13.4	53.2×50×16.3
Full features (if you want to know more)	DW-5600 Wiki	DW-6900 Wiki

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G-Shock DW-5600 Rating System

★★★★

Size	★★★★
Weight	★★★★★
Functions	★★
Materials	★★★★★
Battery Years	★★★
Price	★★★★

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G-Shock DW-6900 Rating System

★★★

Size	★★
Weight	★★★
Functions	★★
Materials	★★★★★
Battery Years	★★★
Price	★★★

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G-SHOCK DW-6900 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!

– Best seller of all time
– Nostalgic 90s design with color accents
– Easy-to-access front light button for the backlight
– Clear and legible display with triple dial design
– Trusted by military personnel and outdoor enthusiasts
– Flash alert (Flashes with buzzer that sounds for alarms, hourly time signals)
– Triple Graph (Three circular graphics work in tandem to enrich the LCD face)

– The adjust button is recessed, making it difficult to press without a fingernail
– Limited features compared to more advanced G-Shock models
– No second or multiple time zone feature
– Display digits are smaller and may be difficult to read, especially for older users without glasses
– Limited functionality with the three circular displays having minimal practical use
– No Solar Power (2 years)
– A bit oversized (53.2 × 50 × 18.7 mm while traditional watch size (DW-5600) is 48.9 × 42.8 × 13.4 mm)

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