Garmin fenix 8 AMOLED
An advanced multisport GPS smartwatch with an enhanced graphical interface, the Garmin fenix 8 AMOLED is built for serious athletes and outdoor adventurers who want to push beyond their limits.



- Bright AMOLED (active-matrix organic light-emitting diode) display, stainless-steel bezel and enhanced graphical interface
- Powerful built-in LED flashlight for after-dark visibility
- 43 MM battery performance: up to 10 days in smartwatch mode; up to 28 hrs. in GPS mode
- 47 MM battery performance: up to 16 days in smartwatch mode; up to 47 hrs. in GPS mode
- 51 MM battery performance: up to 29 days in smartwatch mode; up to 84 hrs. in GPS mode
- Power up your performance, endurance and injury resistance with targeted strength-training plans, real-time stamina tracking, sport-specific workouts and built-in sports apps
- Performance insights help you manage your exertion and build stamina; training readiness features show how much recovery time you need between workouts
- Training readiness score is based on sleep quality, recovery, training load and heart rate variability (data presented is intended to be a close estimation of metrics tracked)
- Dynamic round-trip routing simplifies planning by letting you set your target distance and receive turn-by-turn directions that adjust to get you back to the start on schedule
- Take to the trails with built-in ABC sensors and TopoActive maps that can be easily downloaded via Wi-Fi connectivity
- A built-in speaker and mic let you make and take phone calls from your wrist when your watch is paired to your smartphone
- You can even use your smartphone's voice assistant to respond to text messages and more
- Off-grid voice command feature lets you access select watch controls even without a smartphone connection
- Multiband GPS with SatIQ™ technology—plus built-in sensors for 3-axis compass, gyroscope and barometric altimeter—let you navigate with superior positioning accuracy
- Explore new vistas with preloaded TopoActive maps with relief shading—plus built-in maps for thousands of golf courses and ski resorts worldwide
- 40-meter dive rating and leakproof metal buttons let you reach new depths with support for scuba and apnea dive activities
- 24/7 health and wellness monitoring with wrist-based heart rate, advanced sleep monitoring, respiration tracking, Pulse Ox and more
- This is not a medical device, and data presented is intended to be a close estimation of metrics tracked; Pulse Ox not available in all countries
- ECG app can record your heart rhythm and check for signs of atrial fibrillation (not available in all regions; for people 22 years or older)
- Additional features include music storage, Garmin Payâ„¢ contactless payments (with supported country and payment network), smart notifications and more
- Thermal- and shock-resistant to MIL-STD 810, the watch features a metal sensor guard cover to protect essential sensors from damage and wear during your toughest adventures
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43 MM
- Smartwatch: up to 10 days (4 days always-on)
- Battery saver watch mode: up to 15 days
- GPS only: up to 28 hrs. (22 hrs. always-on)
- All satellite systems: up to 23 hrs. (18 hrs. always-on)
- All satellite systems + multi-band: up to 21 hrs. (16 hrs. always-on)*
- All satellite systems + music: up to 6 hrs.
- Max battery GPS: up to 49 hrs.
- Expedition GPS: up to 10 days
- Smartwatch: up to 16 days (7 days always-on)
- Battery saver watch mode: up to 23 days
- GPS only: up to 47 hrs. (37 hrs. always-on)
- All satellite systems: up to 38 hrs. (30 hrs. always-on)
- All satellite systems + multi-band: up to 35 hrs. (28 hrs. always-on)*
- All satellite systems + music: up to 10 hrs.
- Max battery GPS: up to 81 hrs.
- Expedition GPS: up to 17 days
- Smartwatch: up to 29 days (13 days always-on)
- Battery saver watch mode: up to 41 days
- GPS only: up to 84 hrs. (65 hrs. always-on)
- All satellite systems: up to 68 hrs. (54 hrs. always-on)
- All satellite systems + multi-band: up to 62 hrs. (49 hrs. always-on)*
- All satellite systems + music: up to 18 hrs.
- Max battery GPS: up to 145 hrs.
- Expedition GPS: up to 31 days
Best Use | Multisport |
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Average Battery Life | 47 MM: Smartwatch: up to 16 days, or 7 days always-on; GPS mode: up to 47 hrs., or 37 hrs. always-on 51 MM: Smartwatch: up to 29 days, or 13 days always-on; GPS mode: up to 84 hrs., or 65 hrs. always-on 43 MM: Smartwatch: up to 10 days, or 4 days always-on; GPS mode: up to 28 hrs., or 22 hrs. always-on |
Battery Type | Lithium Ion |
Display Size | 47 MM: 1.4 inches 51 MM: 1.4 inches 43 MM: 1.3 inches |
Illumination | Backlight |
Altimeter | Pressure-based |
Compass | Yes |
GPS/Satellite Detectable | Yes |
HRM Included/Integrated | Yes |
Heart Rate Sensor Type | Wrist-based |
Average Heart Rate | Yes |
Pulse Oximeter | Yes |
Heart Rate Target Zone(s) | Yes |
VO2 Max Estimate | Yes |
Recovery Advising | Yes |
Tracks Steps | Yes |
Pedometer Type | Digital 3-axis Accelerometer |
Pace Alert | Yes |
Interval Training | Yes |
Tracks Calories Burned | Yes |
Water-Resistant Depth | 100 meters |
Pool Lap Recognition | Yes |
Stroke Recognition | Yes |
Sleep Tracking | Yes |
Alarm | Yes |
Time Display | Yes |
Stopwatch | Yes |
Visual Map Display | Yes |
Basemap | Yes |
Preloaded Map | Road / Topo |
Programmable Routes | Yes |
Number of Routes | 30 |
Number of Waypoints | 1000 |
Customization | Apps Data Fields Watch Faces Widgets |
Smart Device Notifications | Yes |
Data Exchange | ANT+ Bluetooth |
Compatible Fitness Accessories | Heart Rate Monitor Cadence Sensor Power Meter |
Gender | Unisex |
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Enjoying it so far
Coming from the Garmin Instinct 2x Solar I like this watch. The screen is clear and bright. I haven't had any issues, you just need to be patient when you take it out of the box because it does several updates. The price is steep but it's the top of the their lineup without going to the Marq so I get it... I was previously an Apple watch user and I really did not like the daily charging or the health metrics, this feels like a modern tool watch.
Fenix Addict
I bought my first Garmin watch, a Forerunner 205, about 20 years ago. I lost my way and replaced it with an iPhone to track my fitness. I made it back to Garmin with a Fenix 5, then upgraded to a 7X, and now this. The AMOLED Display is bright and easy to read, but it wish it was always on. This is the only complaint I could come up with. It lights up with a touch, push of a button, or usually a gesture. It would just be nice to see the time with a glance. The GPS is great, altimeter works great, heart rate from the wrist is extremely accurate for me, and the activity tracking and data logging in Garmin Connect is awesome.

Some people have ZERO intelligence
If you were unfamiliar with Garmin and you read the negative review of this watch you'd likely be running away. Take the negative reviews with a grain of salt, they apparently have zero common sense. Someone is comparing an LCD display from a Fenix 4 to an AMOLED display, they apparently have more money than brains. Do your research on this watch line, there are different models for different use cases. I went with a 47mm Solar Fenix 8 because I know what I was looking for. Prior to this watch I had a Garmin 645 Music. Familiarize yourself with sizing, display type, solar/non solar, etc. There are MANY variants of the Fenix 8 and if you're going to drop a 5 figure sum on this, you cant blame anyone buy yourself for failing to do the research. I swear, I cringe when I read the low star reviews because its absolutely evident that those reviewers didnt do the research and simply bought the most expensive variant. A bunch of fools. I am happy with the variant I went with, you will to if you spent months researching and ensuring what you invested in is exactly what you want.
OUT OF THE PARK
Garmin really did a great job with the Fenix 8 AMOLED. I have owned a Fenix 3, Fenix 5, and Fenix 7x pro. Each one was an upgrade from the previous version owned, but the fenix 8 really seems to have it all. I opted to go with the AMOLED display over the SOLAR simply because of the display. The battery life of the AMOLED is still the same for me as when i used the solar display (27-29 days) But the bright colorful display and smooth operation of the touch screen is hard to beat. If you are looking fo a smartwatch that will meet all of your needs then this is the watch for you. It truly is worth the price!!

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OUT OF THE PARK
Garmin really did a great job with the Fenix 8 AMOLED. I have owned a Fenix 3, Fenix 5, and Fenix 7x pro. Each one was an upgrade from the previous version owned, but the fenix 8 really seems to have it all. I opted to go with the AMOLED display over the SOLAR simply because of the display. The battery lif of the AMOLED is still the same for me as when i used the solar display (27-29 days) But the bright colorful display and smooth operation of the touch screen is hard to beat. If you are looking fo a smartwatch that will meet all of your needs then this is the watch for you. It truly is worth the price!!
Fenix 8 is Great
Great Battery Life and Awesome Features! I use this watch daily for running, MTBing and strength training. the watch performs well and the battery last about 3 weeks. I really like the suggested workouts which keep me on track. this feature is great wether you are just getting started or seasoned runner/cyclist. if you are interested in tracking your fitness progress this is a great option and I would highly recommend.

So far so awesome!
I’ve had it a couple of weeks so far and the watch is awesome! Beautiful AMOLED display, great battery life, speakerphone and microphone very useful. Im not a a scuba diver but apparently big improvements for those folks. Love the new UI and looking forward to Garmin improving it over the years. Watch came with some initial software glitches but Garmin has put out a few updates already to address such issues. I bought the 51mm AMOLED sapphire orange version.
hardware and software failure
Dove into the water and it crashes hard. Rebooted and didn’t lose progress but isn’t this supposed to be waterproof? Afterward the pressure elevation varied fr GPS elevation by 400 ft for the rest of the day. Still won’t synch activities despite restarting, reinstalling, and resynching multiple times. For a device that’s this expensive this litany of failure on basic tasks in the first 24 hours is shocking.
New Journey Ahead
After spending 20 years using another brand known as the Gold Standard, I decided to take a leap and change. So far I am glad I did. The tech seems twice as advanced and the quality feels better. As a multi sport athlete, one of my sports is Swimming and tracking distance is a must to prevent over training, and this was about spot on.

Great watch with frustrating HR accuracy with some activities.
First, I love the look of the watch, the build quality, the battery life, the GPS accuracy and the customizability. It's come a long way since my first Fenix 3 HR+. I do find that with uphill skiing and rock climbing the heart rate is really inaccurate. I'll be doing a tempo effort and my HR is 110-120. If I wear a chest strap it'll be where I expect. I think it has to do with the wrist movement involved. My Apple watch seemed much more accurate for HR the same activities. But, the GPS would add 1,000ft of climbing that didn't actually happen, the battery wouldn't last a full day skiing and style is pretty bad. I'll be sticking with the Fenix for now, I just wish that HR Sensor was a little better.

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