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Garmin Fenix 7 review: specs and price
Garmin Fenix 7
Why is Garmin Fenix 7 better than the average?
- Battery life with GPS on?
136hvs28.79h - Resolution?
260 x 260pxvs50.08KP - Waterproof depth rating?
100mvs73.99m - Screen size?
1.3"vs1.2" - Internal storage?
16GBvs11.58GB - Height?
47mmvs49.71mm
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Design
is dustproof and water-resistant
✔Garmin Fenix 7
The device is dustproof and water-resistant. Water-resistant devices can resist the penetration of water, such as powerful water jets, but not being submerged into water.
sweat resistance
✔Garmin Fenix 7
Resistance to sweat makes it ideal for use while doing sports.
has branded damage-resistant glass
✖Garmin Fenix 7
Damage-resistant glass (such as Corning Gorilla Glass or Asahi Dragontrail Glass) is thin, lightweight, and can withstand high levels of force.
ATM rating
10 ATM
The ATM rating indicates how much water pressure a device can withstand. 3 ATM is one of the lowest ratings and means that the device can only withstand splashes of water, whereas 20 ATM is one of the highest ratings and means that the device can be used for snorkeling and water sports.
screen size
1.3"
The bigger the screen size is, the better the user experience.
resolution
260 x 260px
Resolution is an essential indicator of a screen's image quality, representing the maximum amount of pixels that can be shown on the screen. The resolution is given as a compound value, comprised of horizontal and vertical pixels.
Display type
LCD
The type of technology used in the display.
Watch band is replaceable
✔Garmin Fenix 7
The watch band is removable and can be replaced by any standard watch band of the correct size, allowing you to customise it to your liking.
has a touch screen
✔Garmin Fenix 7
You can operate the device easily, by pressing the screen with your fingers.
Sensors
has GPS
✔Garmin Fenix 7
GPS enables global positioning, useful in map, geo-tagging or navigation apps.
Has a heart rate monitor
✔Garmin Fenix 7
A heart rate monitor can help show your fitness levels, enabling you to calculate a suitable intensity of exercise.
Monitors blood oxygenation levels
✔Garmin Fenix 7
Your blood oxygen level is a measurement how much oxygen is reaching your muscles. It is important because low levels mean that you will become easily fatigued during exercise. The more exercise you do, the better your blood oxygen levels will become.
Has a barometer
✔Garmin Fenix 7
This measures barometric air pressure. It can predict weather changes, for example a sudden drop in air pressure could mean a storm is coming. When calibrated correctly it can be used to determine altitude, which helps GPS devices to lock on quicker and with greater accuracy.
has an accelerometer
✔Garmin Fenix 7
An accelerometer is a sensor used to measure the linear acceleration of a device. A common application is detecting when a device changes between vertical and horizontal positions.
has a compass
✔Garmin Fenix 7
A compass is useful for gaming, maps, and navigation software.
Has a temperature sensor
✔Garmin Fenix 7
With a temperature sensor you can monitor changes in temperature to measure your exertion levels and avoid hyperthermia.
Has a cadence sensor
✖Garmin Fenix 7
A cadence sensor measures the number of pedal revolutions per minute when you are cycling. It enables you to monitor how fast you are pedaling.
has a gyroscope
✔Garmin Fenix 7
A gyroscope is a sensor that tracks the orientation of a device, more specifically by measuring the angular rotational velocity. Initially, they were built using a spinning rotor to detect changes in orientation, like twisting or rotation.
Activity tracking
Has a route tracker
✔Garmin Fenix 7
With a route tracker you can add your route onto a map. It is helpful if you plan to do the same route again, or want to share it with your community.
Provides activity reports
✔Garmin Fenix 7
Your activity data is analysed to give you reports, available to view through the app or website. This allows you to see how active you have been and to help you make improvements.
Tracks distance
✔Garmin Fenix 7
It tracks how far you travel.
Measures pace
✔Garmin Fenix 7
Measuring pace shows how much time it takes to travel one kilometer or one mile. For example, in running, a 4 minute kilometer would be a very good pace.
Counts how many calories you've burned
✔Garmin Fenix 7
This is useful if you are on a strict training diet or if you are trying to lose weight. It can also help to boost your motivation.
Has trackback mode
✔Garmin Fenix 7
This feature enables you to track your route and reverse it in order to guide you back to where you began your journey.
Tracks your sleep
✔Garmin Fenix 7
It can track your sleep, such as how long you sleep for and the quality.
Has multi-sport mode
✔Garmin Fenix 7
A multi-sport mode allows you to easily switch between tracking different sports such as running, cycling, and swimming. This feature is ideal for those who need to change quickly between various activities (e.g., triathletes).
Has goal setting
✔Garmin Fenix 7
Allows you to set your own goals, such as reaching 15,000 steps in a single day.
Connectivity
Is compatible with iOS
✔Garmin Fenix 7
It is compatible with a range of iOS devices such as iPhones, iPads and the iPod Touch.
Is compatible with Android
✔Garmin Fenix 7
It is compatible with a range of Android devices such as smartphones and tablets.
Bluetooth version
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Bluetooth is a wireless technology standard that allows data transfers between devices placed in close proximity, using short-wavelength, ultra-high frequency radio waves. Newer versions provide faster data transfers.
supports ANT+
✔Garmin Fenix 7
ANT+ is a wireless protocol similar to Bluetooth Smart, and is very power efficient. It is mainly used for fitness monitoring devices such as heart rate monitors and cadence sensors to connect to other devices (e.g., sports watches, smartphones, and cycling computers).
supports Wi-Fi
✔Garmin Fenix 7
The device can connect to Wi-Fi.
Wi-Fi version
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The Wi-Fi versions supported by the device.
has NFC
✔Garmin Fenix 7
NFC (near-field communication) allows a device to perform simple wireless transactions, such as mobile payments. Note: this feature may not be available in all markets.
maximum Bluetooth range
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The device can connect at a greater distance via Bluetooth or infrared to another device.
Is compatible with Windows
✖Garmin Fenix 7
It is compatible with PCs and laptops running the Windows operating system.
Battery
battery power
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Battery power, or battery capacity, represents the amount of electrical energy that a battery can store. More battery power can be an indication of longer battery life.
battery life
18 days
With a longer battery life, you don’t have to worry about charging the device as often.
There is less chance that you will run out of battery during an adventure.
With a long battery life, you can train for several hours a week and only have to recharge the device every few weeks.
charge time
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The time it takes to fully charge the battery.
has wireless charging
✔Garmin Fenix 7
It supports a wireless charging standard such as Qi. To charge the device, you simply put it down on a compatible charging pad.
has a battery level indicator
✔Garmin Fenix 7
An indicator shows you when the device has low battery.
Has a solar power battery
✖Garmin Fenix 7
A solar battery takes its energy from light, and stores it in a self-recharging battery which never needs to be changed.
battery life in power save mode
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In power save mode you can still check what time it is and other basic functions. A long battery life is good if you wear the device day to day.
Features
Can upload maps
✖Garmin Fenix 7
You can upload different maps to your device. It is handy for people who like to explore new places.
Has vibrating alerts
✔Garmin Fenix 7
Vibrating alerts have a variety of uses, such as interval training.
Has a stopwatch
✔Garmin Fenix 7
With a stopwatch you can time yourself.
Locates your phone
✔Garmin Fenix 7
The device has a feature that allows you to find your smartphone if you have misplaced it.
Has silent alarm
✔Garmin Fenix 7
The device can wake you using vibration, so as not to disturb anyone else sleeping in the room.
has irregular heart rate warnings
✖Garmin Fenix 7
Through continuous heart rate monitoring, the device is able to detect an irregular heartbeat and alert the user.
has fall detection
✔Garmin Fenix 7
Fall detection is a feature that relies on accelerometers and other sensors to differentiate between regular movement and a fall. If the wearer falls, the device can perform functions such as sounding an alarm or displaying an alert.
Has notifications
✔Garmin Fenix 7
If you get a notification such as a call or message, the device will vibrate on your wrist or make a noise to alert you.
Acquires GPS faster
✖Garmin Fenix 7
It can periodically download data on the future position of GPS satellites. This enables it to lock on much faster, so you don’t have to wait around to get a GPS fix.
Miscellaneous
Has auto pause
✔Garmin Fenix 7 (Garmin Connect Mobile)
It can determine when you have stopped working out and pause your current workout tracking until you start moving again.
Has live tracking
✔Garmin Fenix 7 (Garmin Connect Mobile)
You can share your workout progress live, for example allowing your friends to see where you are on your running route.
Supports widgets
✔Garmin Fenix 7 (Garmin Connect Mobile)
You can add widgets to the home screen. This allows you to have more flexibility and to see information at a glance, without going into the app.
supports Wi-Fi 4 (802.11n)
✖Garmin Fenix 7
Wi-Fi 4 (802.11n) is a wireless standard released in 2009. It has faster transfer rates and improved security compared to its predecessors – a, b, and g.
Compatible with external heart rate monitors
✔Garmin Fenix 7 (Garmin Connect Mobile)
It supports third-party heart rate monitors to incorporate your pulse data.
Has music playback
✔Garmin Fenix 7 (Garmin Connect Mobile)
You can listen to your own music when working out. This can make exercising more enjoyable and motivate you to push yourself further.
Available on PC
✔Garmin Fenix 7 (Garmin Connect Mobile)
These services are ideal if you want to use the app while sat down at your computer, as well as on-the-go.
Syncs with existing calendars
✔Garmin Fenix 7 (Garmin Connect Mobile)
You can sync your data to standard calendar apps, such as Apple’s Calendar or Google Calendar.
Compatible with smart scales
✔Garmin Fenix 7 (Garmin Connect Mobile)
It is compatible with smart scales such as the Fitbit Aria and Withings range. These scales transmit information such as weight and BMI to connected services over Wi-Fi.
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