Leaked renders confirm our Pixel Watch 5 scoop and solve the Pyrite mystery
Matte gold case, dark green strap: Pyrite turns out to be both
The first official-looking renders of the Google Pixel Watch 5 have leaked, confirming what we reported exclusively last week. The watch comes in four colours—Natural Silver, Dark Anthracite, Warm Gold, and Pyrite—with the exact finishes our source mentioned. The renders immediately answer the question that has been on everyone's mind: Is Pyrite gold or green? The answer is both.
The renders come from typically reliable leaker @onleaks and show each of the four colour variants with their corresponding straps. This gives us our first look at the complete picture:
- Dark Anthracite: matte black case with black strap
- Natural Silver: polished case with light strap with green tint
- Pyrite: matte gold case with dark green strap
- Warm Gold: polished case with orange-pink strap, exclusive to 41mm size
Pyrite Mystery Solved
Confusion had arisen regarding the new Pyrite colour. Our information pointed to a gold hue with a satin finish, while French publication Dealabs subsequently reported that a green version was mentioned. The renders show that both sources saw something real but were looking at different parts: the case of the Pyrite version is indeed matte gold, while the included strap is dark green. Anyone seeing the watch at a glance might simply label it “the green one,” even though the case itself is the second gold shade alongside Warm Gold, as we previously reported.
The renders also confirm other details from our previous coverage, including the fact that Warm Gold is available only in the smallest 41mm size. You can find the complete breakdown of all 14 versions in our previous article.
New Watch Face with Gemini Button
The renders reveal more than just colours. All four watches feature a previously unseen watch face with an analogue clock, wavy backgrounds, and—prominently displayed—a shortcut to Gemini. Google is pushing its AI assistant to the forefront on the wrist, in line with expectations that the new Snapdragon Wear Elite chip will bring more AI capabilities to Wear OS.
At first glance, little seems to have changed in the watch’s design: the distinctive round, domed case remains intact.
A side note: the renders appeared on a previously unknown website, which also mentions a special Tensor chip for wearables. We’re taking that claim with a grain of salt, as there’s currently no evidence to back it up. The renders themselves look authentic and aline seamlessly with what we already know.
Four More Weeks to Wait
Google will unveil Pixel Watch 5 on August 12 during the Made By Google event, alongside the Pixel 11 series. According to earlier reports, the watch will be available in stores starting August 20, with a price increase compared to the Pixel Watch 4 expected. As soon as more information about Dutch prices and availability is available, you’ll find it here.
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