Bulova Marine Star vs Casio G-Shock GMW-B5000D

Both are everyday watches. In short: the Casio G-Shock GMW-B5000D takes more water (200m) — both are fine for swimming, but it has more margin if you dive. The Bulova Marine Star is quartz, 100m water resistance, 44mm, mineral crystal; the Casio G-Shock GMW-B5000D is solar / light-powered, 200m water resistance, 43mm, sapphire crystal.

Last verified 2026-06-27 · specs from manufacturer data · tier = price band, confirm the live price at the retailer

Spec	Bulova Marine Star	Casio G-Shock GMW-B5000D
Movement	Quartz	Solar / light-powered
Water resistance	100m	200m
Case size	44mm	43mm
Crystal	mineral	sapphire
Style	Everyday / casual	Everyday / casual
Price tier	Mid	Upper

Which should you buy?

Their movements differ — Bulova Marine Star: quartz, Casio G-Shock GMW-B5000D: solar / light-powered
The Casio G-Shock GMW-B5000D takes more water (200m) — both are fine for swimming, but it has more margin if you dive
The Casio G-Shock GMW-B5000D has a sapphire crystal — more scratch-resistant for daily wear
The Bulova Marine Star sits in the lower price tier (Mid) if budget leads

Where to buy

Bulova Marine StarSee price on AmazonCheck price

Casio G-Shock GMW-B5000DSee price on AmazonCheck price

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FAQ

What's the difference between the Bulova Marine Star and the Casio G-Shock GMW-B5000D?
Both are everyday watches. The Bulova Marine Star is quartz, 100m water resistance, 44mm, mineral crystal; the Casio G-Shock GMW-B5000D is solar / light-powered, 200m water resistance, 43mm, sapphire crystal.

Which has better water resistance, the Bulova Marine Star or the Casio G-Shock GMW-B5000D?
The Casio G-Shock GMW-B5000D, rated 200m, versus 100m on the other. Pick 100m or higher for swimming and 200m+ for diving.

Which is better value, the Bulova Marine Star or the Casio G-Shock GMW-B5000D?
The Bulova Marine Star is the lower-priced tier; the other steps up in build for more money — confirm both live prices at the retailer.

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