Casio GBD-200vsFarr + Swit Gamer 8 Bit
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Measurements
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GBD-200
Gamer 8 Bit
Diameter
45.9mm
41mm
Lug-to-Lug
48.4mm
n/a
Thickness
15mm
10mm
lowest
Water Resistance
200m
highest
50m
MSRP
$165
$50
lowest
Movement
Quartz
Quartz
Case
7 specsCrystal & Dial
3 specsPricing
1 specsReviews
Synthesized for each watch independently from owner discussions, enthusiast forums, written reviews, and video reviewers.
Owners widely praise the Casio GBD-200's MIP display for its excellent readability in various lighting conditions and its attractive design. The strap's incremental holes are noted for allowing a perfect fit, and the watch is described as fitting well on smaller wrists. However, the lack of solar charging is a recurring concern, with owners noting the two-year battery life as a drawback and some suggesting alternatives for serious fitness tracking. One owner reports color transfer around the edges of the watch. Overall, owners rate the Casio GBD-200 highly for its display technology and value at its price point.
The crisp MIP display is a consistent strength, offering excellent readability. The hybrid nature of its fitness and smart features leaves some users wanting more compared to dedicated smartwatches or traditional G-Shocks.
Owners widely praise the Farr + Swit Gamer 8 Bit for its strong 1980s and Tron-like aesthetic, with one owner calling it a gorgeous, dope, and bomb-ass watch. Some owners find the static dial image and strap to be cheap, and the $525 price tag steep for a quartz movement, though others note the watch has no cheap feel and its black and teal face with neon pink accents is attractive. A desire for a smaller 38mm size was also expressed. Overall, owners rate the Farr + Swit Gamer 8 Bit highly for its distinct 1980s aesthetic and attractive colorway.
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