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I have both. I like both but definitely the GW-5000 feels better. Why is the GW-5000 more expensive?: Softer strap; SS case, DLC coated SS screwdown case back (vs resin/plastic); better display; better, more refined color scheme, The GW-5000 goes places the GW-5610 won't; GW-5000 made in Japan (JDM vs GW-5610 Made in Thailand). Is up to the buyer to decide if these differences justify the higher cost of the GW-5000. For many, they do.

@AndyinSG

Жыл бұрын

Well said! Thanks for sharing.

@josiah7499

Жыл бұрын

Gwm5610 is made in Thailand, only specific models of square are made in china(collector editions). I truly don’t think it’s worth 150-200 dollars more. Both are extremely durable. I’d say this 5000u is more for collections

@e28forever30

Жыл бұрын

The DLC coating is also on the case, not only the caseback.

@maxmeier532

Жыл бұрын

"The GW-5000 goes places the GW-5610 won't" Bullshit. What's your other side hustle, catfishing 70 year old geezers?

@jemandthemystery

Жыл бұрын

Two counterpoints: 1. There is no evidence that the display on 5000u is better than the 5610u. Neither are listed as having the STN (Super Twisted Nematic) display of the all-metal models. The glass (both mineral) are the same too. 2. The good thing about the 5000u is that not only the screw down case back is heftier, DLC coated metal but the case itself that surrounds the module is metal too. The 5610u, while having a thin metal back plate, only has a resin case around the module. In addition (and this may be important for those that experiment with different bands and bracelets) the lugs are metal, not resin.

I have Both the GW-5000U and the GW-M5610, I bought the 5610 several years before the GW-5000U. After unboxing, handling, and strapping on the GW-5000U, I have to say I don't know why I waited so long to buy it. The quality difference is readily apparent. No regrets. If someone is trying to decide which one to get, my advice is to get the GW-5000U and don't look back. Oh, and if you want lighter and thinner than the GW-5000U, get the GW-S5600U (carbon fiber strap, titanium case back), it's even lighter than the 5610.

@AndyinSG

Жыл бұрын

Good advice! Thanks.

@emrecandan1938

5 ай бұрын

thank you very much for your great advise

Great reviews Andy, all three episodes! Thank you !

@AndyinSG

7 ай бұрын

Thanks for your kind words. Glad to have you on the channel!

I agree with you on the colors of the 5610s face. Very cool old school look. I love the gold and blue writing with the red frame. So much character

@AndyinSG

Жыл бұрын

Yes, the 5610 is definitely more interesting in terms of colours. Great watch. I love mine.

Great review. I use the 5610 U and paid here in Germany 100 Euros . The 5000 costs 240 Euro. I think, the 5610 is the better deal

@AndyinSG

4 ай бұрын

Can’t disagree with that price difference.

@dunbheagan9013

4 ай бұрын

Still, 140€ difference is not a lot of money for many people in the watch world. If you plan on wearing the watch often, even the 140% price jump barely matters because the absolute amount is relatively low.

Brilliant vid man

Great reviews. I understand why you own both. Great points for both! Thank you.

@AndyinSG

10 ай бұрын

Thanks for dropping by! I hope the video benefitted you. Cheers.

The whole point of a G Shock is being a beater and not having to baby it. I won't be able to use a gw-5000 as a beater, just because of the cost. So gw-m5610u is the one for me.

@AndyinSG

11 ай бұрын

For me the all-metal G-Shocks will fall into the “baby” category. The GW5000 should be able to withstand all that you throw at it. But I get your point. Good idea to wear the lower priced watch for rough use.

Only the second reason is something to think about. Thx!

I’ve had 4 5000s two U’s and 2 1jf’s. I’ve had 6 5610’s one of them being a U. Bottom line is the 5610u is a great cheap everyday watch and yes essentially the same but the clarity on the 5K is miles better , the softer strap , the screw back harkens back to the original G shocks and it also has a stealthy no nonsense colourway although the 5610 has the first colourway homage . The 5610 feels a bit plasticky like a toy and the 5K feels premium it’s that simple.

@AndyinSG

Жыл бұрын

Good observations. Thanks for sharing. Very helpful for those who are considering which square to get.

@maxmeier532

Жыл бұрын

In U-gshocks the module is literally the same. Hence there is ZERO difference in clarity.

@raf.b

Жыл бұрын

​@@maxmeier532 glass may be different

@bruh_oly1370

Жыл бұрын

Agreed same module but the monochromatic look of the 5000 makes it perceptively ‘seem’ clearer as of the straight black and white contrast where as the 5610 is lessened by the multiple colours at play . At least to me it does but it maybe some kind of self imposed Jedi mind trick

@jemandthemystery

Жыл бұрын

While it is true that both the 5610u and 5000u have the same display (neither has an STN display like the metal series), the reason the 5000u can appear sharper are the subtly different shade of their respective screens. That, and the less “busy”, monochrome design of the 5000u combine to give a more tactical, focused look.

you are right Andy the5610 is much prettyer than the 5000, i bought one and like the fact that i dont feel it on my wrist and i can wear it at night

@AndyinSG

5 күн бұрын

Congrats!

I did, thank you and I agree 100%.

@AndyinSG

6 күн бұрын

Thanks for dropping by!

I bought the G5600UE and its great so far. Very similar to the GW5610 without the atomic clock sync. I would love a 5000 but would rather spend that money on other watches 👍

@AndyinSG

Жыл бұрын

Good sharing. Wear your 5600U in good health!

liked the fact you recommend them both in their good ways!

@AndyinSG

Жыл бұрын

Thanks for dropping by. I’m actually very new to these squares, so I think I can present my findings in different “angles”.

Got both, the 5000 is way above the second.

I just got the 5610-1 with a Vario ballistic band in black and single red stripe which matches my work outfit. I like this set up so much I'm going to order a 5610u-1bjf with a grey ballistic strap.

@AndyinSG

Жыл бұрын

I guess that makes you a square addict now. Great watches, these 5610u models. Welcome to the club!

@IzInAZ

Жыл бұрын

@@AndyinSG I decided to get a 1cjf after I learned that the 1bjf has a limited viewing angle. It's too bad that's the case as that's a cool looking screen.

@AndyinSG

Жыл бұрын

@@IzInAZ can’t go wrong either way. Comes down to personal preference. 👍

I just got the 5600 and 5610. Almost got this 5000. But I’ll hold off for now and hope n pray gshock comes out with MIP for the 5600 series. Looks like the next generation of 5600s will have MIP. hopefully with tough solar. Hopefully without the gsquad fitness junk. Should be interesting if they release a positive display MIP. Still might get this 5000 though as the last OG model before MIP display.

@AndyinSG

Жыл бұрын

Thanks for sharing. I think the 5600/5000 will see the MiP display one day. Maybe they will split the 5600/5000 into two collections - vintage and modern. Some fans definitely prefer the old school digits.

@VishnuZutaten

11 ай бұрын

I torn for the same reason! Would like to get into gshocks, but now that I know of MIP... Don't know what to do - but 5610 or wait if CASIO upgrades it with MIP😢😢😢

I agree 100%, though I do prefer the fact that the text on the glass of the GW5000U is centred, having different text all over the place on the 5610 just looks messy and unbalanced, and i'm not a fan of red accents anywhere on watches, even though its the better value watch. Why the GW5000U is SO MUCH more just for a steel case and screw in backplate makes absolutely no sense, but then again a lot of Casio's pricing (on certain models) doesn't make much sense these days.

@user-sx3tz5br2j

Жыл бұрын

Is it actually different when comparing band of 5000 and 5610? I have 5610 one and I wanna taste the band of 5000 and screw in backplate

@bruh_oly1370

Жыл бұрын

@@user-sx3tz5br2j the band is super comfortable and soft compared to the 5610. The screw down helps the watch stay centred on the wrist and adds more heft or wrist presence

@e28forever30

Жыл бұрын

@@user-sx3tz5br2j Don’t taste the band, it is not eatable.

@timford7426

5 ай бұрын

Well there is difference in quality that's why theddifference in the back G-shock come from China, Thailand, and Japan in that order you get the difference in price and the quality the screw backs on any G-shock is more exspensive hence the price difference of the same watch

Personally I love the old retro Casio style. My Gw-m5610 is perfect! 💪. Well, it's a matter of choice, in the end. Cheers.

@AndyinSG

Жыл бұрын

Well said!

GW5000U should come with stn panel that's should be killing feature

Nice review....love your country!

@AndyinSG

6 ай бұрын

Thank you! I love SG too!

I have the 5610u and slapped a combi bracelet on it. Much more comfortable and for desk diving as my everyday job, i don't need a stainless screw-back.

@AndyinSG

Жыл бұрын

Great combo you got there! I can see it being the perfect daily driver.

I prefer the look of the 5000U personally. But, I do think that given the materials and the weight, the 5610U just must be the more resilient of the two. Also, on the 5000U, it's easy to see that the bezel is lower (closer to the glass). So, all in all, the 5000U is better looking to me, but the cheaper 5610U does a better job at being a G-Shock... imo of course :)

I own two 5610's in my collection and tbh they both have everything I need in a watch, solar powered and radio controlled for accuracy and of course 200M water resistance. They are good looking watches and are slim on the wrist as far as G-Shock watches go. The negative display version of the 5610 is also excellent for use for the military which I am part of here in the UK.

@AndyinSG

Жыл бұрын

Excellent. Glad that you like both of them.

@VishnuZutaten

11 ай бұрын

Why military like negatives so much? Are they better suited for covert ops? Less visible..? Very interesting topic, would love to hear your take.

@X85283

8 ай бұрын

@@VishnuZutaten there is no reason other than those guys like it. in darkness the positive display doesn't show up any more than a negative display, and to rear either one in the darkness you need to use the illuminator, which is bright on both of them.

I too prefer the face of the 5610 and wish it came in an all-metal uncoated case. That would be perfect as it would be very close to the original DW-5000C from 1983.

@AndyinSG

Жыл бұрын

Great idea! Maybe one day Casio will release this model.

Main reason for taking 5000U for me would be the metal housing. I have a GW5600BC (negative, bluetooth) as daily beater (150euro). However once I fell and ripped of the band making a minor damage/ scratch where the spring was torn out the lug hole. I was able to reattach the wristband but in back of my mind is always that it will fail at some point. What I can't understand why they haven't included bluetooth on the 5000U. But I guess that is some kind of marketing for differentiating it with the GMW5000, though I believe some would prefer the resin over metal.

Like u said, the 5610 is way more purdy,, the red, gold and blue colored texts make it pop

@AndyinSG

7 ай бұрын

It looks like a classic G-Shock and I love it.

Hi Andy. Looking into both these watches at the moment! Great to have a direct comparison video from you. I was wondering where did you get these models in Singapore? And if there are shops you'd recommend for G-shocks/BABY-Gs in Singapore to browse/shop at?

@AndyinSG

3 ай бұрын

Thanks for dropping by. I’d say drop by 3D at Bencoolen if you want to physically see G-shocks. Big disclaimer, they might have not have the JDM models. Otherwise, check out Lazada from the usual local vendors.

@chengjie16

3 ай бұрын

@@AndyinSG Thanks so much for the recommendation Andy!

How do I have the light blink when I set my countdown timer on my 5610. BTW I agree with this video 💯

@AndyinSG

Жыл бұрын

Thanks for dropping by. I haven’t actually used that function yet. Maybe i gotta try it and report back.

5610 is way better the strap thing? Im not intend to kept the same strap i will changeg for a metal strap carbono preference so there you go why i dont care a more softer..strap .

I got the 5610 variant I love it my favorite watch

@AndyinSG

Жыл бұрын

It’s a great G-shock for sure. I’m loving mine too. Classic colours, classic looks. Wear yours in good health!

@orionv.13

Жыл бұрын

Thank you mate!! Bless you

Let's buy both.

@AndyinSG

Жыл бұрын

Yes good idea.

I want to mod the GW5610 with a titanium/silver metal strap to create a stylish sports watch. However, the red line on its face (in my opinion) doesn't seem to look great with a silver metal strap, that is the only drawback I can see. Been wondering if the red line on it's face could be made white - since black, white or gray would look better with a metallic silver strap. Nice video btw short and to the point.

@AndyinSG

Жыл бұрын

Thanks for dropping by. I’m sure you can get mod bezels for the 5610. White text or stealth text to suit your needs. There’re some companies online that sells these parts. Mod or not, wear yours in good health!

@VishnuZutaten

11 ай бұрын

Or get a strap with red detailing

good review and greetings from the UK. Can the strap on the GWM5610U be replaced with the higher quality strap on the GW5000U? I prefer the smaller and lighter watch, that is the 5610U but I would like the comfort of the better strap that is on the GW5000U. Thanks for the info.

@AndyinSG

8 ай бұрын

Thanks for dropping by! Yes the nicer strap from GW5000 will fit the 5610. I don’t have first hand experience on this transplant though.

Although both are the same watches there are some ads and cons. I prefer screwback watch with Casio which makes it a bit heavier. But the design with GWM5610 is better than the gw5000U. So I found a solution and choosed DW-5035D-1BDR. It would be nicer if I had red lining rather than yellow. I wish 40th anniversary series will have it.

@AndyinSG

Жыл бұрын

Agreed. A screw-in back is nicer here. Let’s see what the 40th anniversary brings for the 5000/5600 series.

@maxmeier532

Жыл бұрын

Casio should offer the obvious solution: Made in Japan 5610s.

I already have a GWM-B5000RD-4 so I purchased the GW-5000U-1 for more everyday use.

@AndyinSG

5 ай бұрын

Great idea! Congrats.

@channelsixtyeight068_

5 ай бұрын

@@AndyinSG Anyone contemplating getting a stainless steel, ion plated B5000 best consider the poor durability of the colored finish. It looks beautiful when it's brand new but it won't last. I got mine because it was cheaper than all the other full metal B5000 colors.

@AndyinSG

5 ай бұрын

@@channelsixtyeight068_ ah… thanks for the heads up!

The price alone makes it a better watch for the majority.

How would you compare the actual wearing experience? I understand the 5600 sits higher, but what about the lug to lug and width. Does it actually look larger? Or are the screen and bezel actually the same size? Thanks for your videos!

@AndyinSG

8 ай бұрын

I would say the GW5000 wears taller than the GWM5610 due to the screw-in caseback. It definitely feels higher, maybe by 1mm or so. As for the rest such as display, casesize or length, I don’t feel much of a difference.

@icychap

8 ай бұрын

@@AndyinSG Understood. Thank you!

I like the GW-M5600 and GW-M5610. They are available in far more colors. 5610 is very nice in the colors: LG, SD, TR, BA and MD-9. And I love the colors on the GW-M5600A-3JF.

@AndyinSG

Жыл бұрын

Thanks for dropping by. Those are some cool models you mentioned. Need to go look up on them.!

@HLi-eu5er

Жыл бұрын

Toke me a while to find them, but worth the effort. Happy hunting!

@AndyinSG

Жыл бұрын

@@HLi-eu5er Thanks for the heads up!

How easy or difficult do you think it would be to swap out the insides so the color from the "dial" of the 5610 could be placed into the body of the 5000? 🤔

@AndyinSG

Жыл бұрын

Not sure if you can do that because the case and modules could have different fit between the 5610 and 5000.

I have a Question, is the 5000 Display brighter as the 5610 Display or is it the same? In the Video the Video the 5000 looks brighter. Maybe it comes from the Video light

@AndyinSG

4 ай бұрын

It’s about the same.

HI Andy, I have both and while i really prefer the gw5000u it has a slightly worse viewing angle, it starts to ghost digits in the background/blur out slightly sooner than the m5610 have you experienced this also or do i have a faulty unit? for anyone reading its not much of a difference and would still pick the gw5000u if i had to own one, i simply ask to know if i got a faulty unit

@AndyinSG

Жыл бұрын

You know what? I actually think that the GW5000 has a better view angle. I did some footage on that but didn’t get down to editing them. Let me get those uploaded soon.

@savvass2149

Жыл бұрын

@@AndyinSG thanks please let me know!

@MiscName

Жыл бұрын

@@savvass2149I experience the same as you. I love my GW-5000u but the display is slightly softer than my G-5600e. The cheaper one is just a bit sharper and easier to read. Surprising but doesn’t make me take the GW-5000 off my wrist :)

@savvass2149

Жыл бұрын

@@MiscName thanks so much for the input! I was about to send it to a service centre to check haha, so seems this is the normal Yeah its a very attractive looking watch, i wear both along with some mechanical

Is it just me or the numbers on GW5000U are sharper and naturally blend in with the screen while on GWM5610U they are darker but have uneven ink-stained like colouration and do not blend in with the screen as well as GW5000U?

@AndyinSG

Жыл бұрын

I think the difference is minimal between the two watches. No winner or loser here.

The 5610 is better looking? I think the bright colors make it look busy and cluttered.

@AndyinSG

6 ай бұрын

That’s why this hobby is fun. There’s something for everyone. 👍

Good review👌🏻💪🏼 me too i dont buy the Same Model & why buy the same if its the same right if its the same features etc Unless its a " collectible model" thats for sure😆 youd be spending more than less & then youll find out theres a Ton of models out there to choose from haha

Same function watch and same module. Just different on its build material. So I will go for M5610U 😊

@AndyinSG

5 ай бұрын

Good choice either way. 👍

First class Japanese goods sell local, second class Japanese goods sell Europe and America, third class Japanese goods sell Asia Pacific. This sentence was first said by SONY when it was still doing CDS and MD, and has been spread to the present, if there is a Japanese K or H, and there is no screw in the back cover, this watch can not be wrong, GW-5000 I have taken 5 years, very good

@AndyinSG

7 ай бұрын

Thanks for sharing. First time I’ve heard of this. I sure hope the Japanese brands have changed how they allocate their products. Can’t imagine buying lower grade items as I’m in Singapore (where they supposedly ship the third-tier stuffs).

Buying 5610 is good option but personally 5600 is best how its looks

Gw5000u the best gshock

@AndyinSG

Жыл бұрын

👍🤟

5610 can pass through airport security without having to take off from your hand

@AndyinSG

Ай бұрын

👍

Reason 4: cooler blue full backlight in 5610 in stead of the white light coming from the left side of the 5000?

@AndyinSG

11 ай бұрын

I think the U versions all have white light.

5610 without that red line would be good

@AndyinSG

10 ай бұрын

Actually the red accents are the high points for me!

So why is the 5000 watch 2x the price?

@AndyinSG

Жыл бұрын

A few reasons. One being the 5000 is Japan made. Watch Part One of this video.

@la_grenouille_de_la_vallee

Жыл бұрын

Die GW_5000_U hat ein Stahlgehäuse was nur von Kunststoff ummantelt ist. Dadurch ist es stabiler als das der 5610er. Das Armband ist aus einem anderen Kunststoff als das der 5610er. Es fühlt sich angenehmer an und trägt sich besser.

I bought both 😂

@AndyinSG

3 ай бұрын

Congrats! I still have both. Loving these classic models.

5610 should represent a legit clone of first G schock ever made from 1983.

@AndyinSG

Жыл бұрын

It definitely looks like the exact clone. Same colours.

@s2k4l10

Ай бұрын

but!!..the original 5000 series from 1983 had a screw back

Chicago..ZNAJDZIESZ ZNAJDZIESZ MNIE-????

Gw 5000 made in Japan Gw 5610 made in China......

@MayTheSchwartzBeWithYou

Жыл бұрын

Nope. It's made in Thailand.

@thechilledonion9313

Жыл бұрын

Thailand made. They do good stuff. A lot of manufacturing for various industries are made there and are great value.

@JJRuiz-pn2cq

Жыл бұрын

Lo mejor made in japan, al pan pan

Не сказал о самом существенном отличии GW-5000U от 5610, а это то, что сам корпус более дорогой модели изготовлен из стали, и, следовательно, место крепления ремешка или браслета к корпусу , более надёжно, т.к. пластиковые "ушки" модели 5610 могут сломаться... Ну и ещё одно отличие : модель 5610 не ложится нормально на широком запястье, у 5000го корпус чуть побольше и нормально сидит на руке.

Both watches are very ugly.

I have both why compromise? 👍

@AndyinSG

Жыл бұрын

Congrats! Same here.

@maxmeier532

Жыл бұрын

Having both is a compromise by definition. Unless you wear them at the same time, which in itself would also be (another) compromise.

There is a reason the 5000 is worth more but this guy does not talk about it.