General info
Screen size
The bigger the screen size is, the better the user experience.
- Garmin Nuvi 3450 4.3"
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- Magellan SmartGPS 5"
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Battery life with GPS on
There is less chance that you will run out of battery during an adventure.
- Garmin Nuvi 3450 4h
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- Magellan SmartGPS 0.5h
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Displays 3D
The device can display 3D images without the need for wearing special glasses. The display's special construction allows viewers to get a sense of an image's depth by tailoring its position to fit the user's perspective.
- Garmin Nuvi 3450
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Maximum operating temperature
The maximum temperature at which the device can perform to the optimal level.
- Garmin Nuvi 3450 null
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- Magellan SmartGPS 70°C
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Lowest potential operating temperature
The minimum temperature at which the device can perform to the optimal level.
- Garmin Nuvi 3450 null
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- Magellan SmartGPS -10°C
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Thickness
The thickness (or depth) of the product.
- Garmin Nuvi 3450 9mm
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- Magellan SmartGPS 12mm
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Weight
We consider a lower weight better because lighter devices are more comfortable to carry. A lower weight is also an advantage for home appliances, as it makes transportation easier, and for many other types of products.
- Garmin Nuvi 3450 118g
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- Magellan SmartGPS 212g
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Width
The width represents the horizontal dimension of the product.
- Garmin Nuvi 3450 122mm
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- Magellan SmartGPS 160mm
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Height
The height represents the vertical dimension of the product.
- Garmin Nuvi 3450 74mm
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- Magellan SmartGPS 91mm
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Connectivity
Supports Wi-Fi
The device can connect to Wi-Fi.
- Garmin Nuvi 3450
- Magellan SmartGPS
Navigation
Has lifetime maps
Users are able to download the latest maps four times per year with no further fees or subscriptions.
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Has lifetime traffic updates
The device includes a subscription to a lifetime of free traffic updates.
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Has day and night mode
The brightness of the display adapts to the level of light, for example at dusk it will dim as the amount of sunlight decreases.
- Garmin Nuvi 3450
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Points of interest
A point of interest, or POI, is a specific location that someone may find useful or interesting, for example a famous museum or landmark.
- Garmin Nuvi 3450 8000000
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- Magellan SmartGPS 7000000
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Waypoints
Waypoints are locations or landmarks worth recording and storing in your GPS. These are locations you may later want to return to, for example favorite restaurants, bars etc.
- Garmin Nuvi 3450 1000
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- Magellan SmartGPS 20
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Has travel apps included
The GPS navigation system comes with pre-installed travel apps. The apps provide useful travel information, such as gas stations on your route, fuel prices, and traffic events.
- Garmin Nuvi 3450
- Magellan SmartGPS
Features
Has weather updates
You can access weather forecasts using the device.
- Garmin Nuvi 3450
- Magellan SmartGPS
Has a currency converter
This allows the user to calculate currency exchange rates when passing from one country to another.
- Garmin Nuvi 3450
- Magellan SmartGPS
Has an audiobook player
Allows users to download books and listen to them while on the go.
- Garmin Nuvi 3450
- Magellan SmartGPS
Has hands free calling
Hands free is a crucial feature for road safety, allowing you to answer calls without taking your hands off the wheel.
- Garmin Nuvi 3450
- Magellan SmartGPS
Has photo viewer
You can upload your favorite photos to the device and always have them on hand while travelling.
- Garmin Nuvi 3450
- Magellan SmartGPS
Has a search browser
With a search browser app, you can surf the internet from your device.
- Garmin Nuvi 3450
- Magellan SmartGPS