Respond to every athletic challenge or outdoor activity with the durable Solar multisport GPS watch fēnix 7X Solar. The Power Glass solar charging lens uses solar energy to extend battery life, powering advanced training features, sports apps, health and wellness monitoring sensors, and much more.
The Garmin Fenix 7X is aimed at athletes, travelers, and professionals who desire a high-quality, multi-functional watch that can be used in various activities and conditions.
Additionally, the Fenix series is specifically designed for people who love outdoor activities, such as mountaineering, hiking, and for use in outdoor sports activities, such as running, cycling, swimming, skiing, and golf.
Enjoy ultimate control with reliable buttons and ease of use with the new touchscreen. The buttons work in any environment and are combined with a highly responsive touchscreen for quick access to options and functions.
Everyday Connectivity Features
And to complement your daily life, the connectivity features include smart notifications, music storage and playback, and contactless payments with Garmin Pay.
Harness the power of the sun
It features a solar charging lens that uses solar energy to extend battery life. This way, you can extend battery life by an average of 30% in GPS mode compared to regular use.
Multi-band GNSS Support
Gain access to global multiple satellite navigation systems (GPS, GLONASS, GALILEO). In the Sapphire Solar edition, you achieve superior accuracy using technology that has not been used before outside of the military. Gain access to multiple frequencies transmitted by navigation satellites for improved positioning accuracy in places where GNSS signals are reflected, weak, or do not penetrate.
Match Prediction Display
Based on your running history and overall fitness level, this feature provides an estimate of the recommended pace for the distance you want to run. The graphs with your data show how your training impacts this over time.
Topographic maps from around the world
Download TopoActive maps from around the world. Choose the coverage you need and easily update the watch directly via Wi-Fi to continue your explorations. View contour lines, elevations, peaks, parks, coastlines, rivers, lakes, and many other topographic features.
ABC Sensors
Navigate your next trail with ABC sensors including an altimeter for elevation data, a barometer for weather monitoring, and a three-axis electronic compass.
Up Ahead
Get informed at a glance about selected points of interest ahead of you. See performance metrics, split times, distance, altitude, and additionally a summary with all the key points of the trail that are coming up.
Built-in Sports Apps
Use the preloaded activity profiles for trail running, swimming, running, cycling, hiking, rowing, skiing, golf, surfing, indoor climbing, and many more.
Music Apps
Download songs and playlists from your Spotify, Deezer, or Amazon Music accounts (subscription may be required). Use wireless headphones (sold separately) to listen to music without your phone.
The package includes
Garmin Fenix 7X
Data/charging cable
User manual
Specifications
Technical Specifications
Colour
Gray
Release Date
2022
Screen Size
1.4 "
Screen Resolution
280x280 pixels
Screen Type
MIP
Compatible Operating System
Android, iOS
Touch Screen
Yes
Internal Storage
16 GB
Connection
Bluetooth, NFC, Wi-Fi
Strap
Silicone
Case material
Stainless Steel
Model
-
Features & Functions
Features
Vibration
Functions
Email, SMS, Caller ID, Application Notification, Solar Charging
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I'm not an expert because the only thing I have to compare is the much older Fenix 3.
It's Garmin's flagship for those who want to have information in their sport.
It's not a watch that you would wear for its beauty or to talk, etc.
It's a sports smartwatch that offers endless options, a lot of measurements in every sport, and you can analyze your performance to improve.
If you are not interested in showing off, talking, etc. (even though it has such features), then it is definitely worth it
Good evening guys, I don't have any comments about the watch so I apologize in advance. However, I would like to talk a little about Garmin's after-sale service in Greece. About a month ago, my fenix 5x stopped charging (the watch otherwise works perfectly) and after I sent it to Garmin, they replied that they couldn't fix it and if I wanted, for a cost of €200, they could send me a refurbished one! I don't understand why a watch that I paid €650 for a few years ago should become useless for something so simple. So be a little careful because when Garmin products go out of warranty, things get tough. All this for two broken pins on the back of the watch.
I chose it mainly for its durability and battery life, and in both it hasn't disappointed me yet. The battery lasts me 2 weeks and more, it has taken quite a bit of dust and bumps due to work but there are only a few very small scratches on the ring around the screen. If it continues like this, it's worth the money.
After many years with Suunto and seeing the capabilities of my friend's Fenix regarding weight training tracking, I decided to "convert" and switch from the Suunto 9 Baro to the Fenix 7X.
I had Suunto for many years (since the Ambit and Ambit3 days), but for a long time, I noticed that their software was getting worse (I really don't understand how they managed that!) and unfortunately, there was no proper weight training tracking feature (which mainly interests me).
I won't do a detailed review of the Fenix 7X; you can find countless such reviews in all languages of the world, I will just mention the basics:
- the Fenix 7X has more features,
- better materials (even though I didn't get the titanium),
- much better specs (it's also a considerably newer model),
- with the solar panel, it can last over a month, compared to the barely 12-15 days of the Suunto,
- Garmin's software seems to be 2 to 3 generations ahead of Suunto's equivalent.
I didn't want to wait for the Fenix 8, both due to its price (rumored to be over €1K) and for the screen and battery life. So right now, as the 7/7X/7X Pro is being cleared out, I think it's the best time for anyone who wants to buy it
Previous models I had were the GARMIN 735XT (satisfied) and the Polar Vantage M2 (disappointed). I am involved in CrossFit, HYROX, Running, Swimming (both open water and pool), and I do double workouts on several days, so I use the watch to its fullest.
I have to say that within 4 months, it froze on me 3 times (the screen froze and I had to restart the watch). From what I researched, many Garmin watches experience this issue, which they refer to as "Frozen Screen". After informing the representative, I returned it and they replaced it within a few days, so I consider this a positive aspect of Garmin's customer service.
POSITIVES
- Accurate GPS measurements, it really doesn't miss a beat!
- Accurate pool measurements (50m laps)
- Tremendous battery life. With daily use during training (most of them being double sessions), it lasts me about 16-18 days!
- Useful activity tracking features (Sleep, Pulse Oximeter, etc.) with good accuracy.
- Beautiful aesthetics. It is big, but I personally like that. It's a matter of taste.
- The flashlight is very useful.
- Useful functions such as Garmin Pay (now I only pay with the watch), Spotify, etc.
NEGATIVES
- Here I will mention the build quality, specifically in terms of durability against impacts. I find it unacceptable for the watch bezel to scratch so easily. Truly, with a simple touch on any surface, it leaves a mark. And I say this as someone who takes care of my things and is meticulous. However, it is inevitable for the watch to touch something at some point. It should have better protection for the price it costs. I would recommend using a protective cover for the bezel (even though it doesn't look great) and definitely a screen protector. Perhaps with sapphire, durability against impacts would be better.
- Heart rate measurements from the wrist sensor. This applies to all watches, not just this particular one. If you want accuracy in heart rate monitoring, the chest strap is the way to go (that's what I do). Sometimes when I didn't have the strap, the heart rate readings were all over the place. However, for some reason in swimming, where I am forced to use the wrist sensor, it seems to measure correctly. Maybe because I tighten it a lot and raise it slightly, so it doesn't move. This definitely plays a role. However, in running and especially in WODs where the watch moves, there is no chance it will measure accurately.
Overall, it's worth the money for someone who is heavily involved in sports activities
Former owner of fenix 3HR and 5X... as soon as I got it in my hands, I experienced a cultural shock... much faster, amazing battery, better screen, etc... I hope it withstands time like the previous ones...
The sport watch is objectively good. It has accuracy in its measurements and one of the best (if not the best) batteries in the world of smart/sport watches. With normal use, it lasts about 20 days for me. Personally, for that amount of money, I am not satisfied with the construction aspect, as the bezel scratches very easily and for no reason. Literally, with a simple touch on a smooth wall, it got scratched quite a bit. Also, the glass breaks easily and then the watch becomes useless because the company does not replace it and tells you to buy another one, so it definitely needs tempered glass. The worst of all, however, is the after-sale support from GARMIN, which is practically TERRIBLE. Incompetent non-existent company that doesn't even take responsibility for changing the battery and tells you that the watch doesn't open, so get another one. In other words, the watch is good as long as it works. If it experiences the slightest issue, it is completely useless and your money is wasted. Considering all of this, I would not buy it again.
As a training watch, without a doubt, it is the best and most advanced on the market right now. Now, it has the exact same specs and capabilities as the highly successful 6x prosolar with the addition of a touch screen and an integrated flashlight. We would expect Garmin to have more advanced solar charging, which unfortunately is the same as the prosolar and doesn't really charge, but gives a little more autonomy. We would also expect better glass, as the power glass is not at all durable and scratches easily. I consider the touch screen to be an exaggeration, the combination of buttons is user-friendly and simple. We would also expect a larger screen. Better GPS sensitivity, as soon as you press start it finds a signal right away. The absence of LTE is a big disappointment for me, we expected it somehow, but they postponed it for later, in the forums they say that the fenix 9 will have LTE capability. In conclusion, it is not worth the €750, you can get the 6x prosolar which you can currently find for around €550, it does exactly the same as the 7X and wait for the fenix 8 which is rumored to have a larger screen and more advanced solar charging.
I'm afraid I will disappoint some friends, but the truth is that compared to the previous model (fenix 6), the differences are minimal. To avoid any misunderstanding, I should mention that I was a owner of the Fenix 6, so I know the comparison between the two watches quite well. I have also tried the Apple Watch 6 & 7, where I noticed the same problem (i.e., the minimal differences between the two devices). Two general observations: the first one is about internet reviewers who are not particularly informative to their audience, and I have the feeling that they don't speak the truth, obviously because the companies sponsor them. So, I would advise you to be a bit cautious when they present a new gadget. The second observation is about the saturation of these devices, meaning that companies seem to struggle to incorporate new features in this category. In recent years, apart from heart rate monitoring, pulse oximetry, and electrocardiogram, no new and reliable function has been introduced. Perhaps the big challenge now is the software and the provision of remote medical assistance and wellness based on the data provided by the watch in a database (Fitbit operates on this logic but still needs a lot of work). Well, regarding the Fenix 7, when you pay 799 euros and wait 2 years for it to be released, the expectations are very high. However, in practice, things are different, and I will mention what has bothered me. 1. The solar function and its effectiveness are the same as the fenix 6, meaning it doesn't provide any significant battery life. I left the watch exposed to the sun for a day, and even though it accumulated 220,000 lux, the battery percentage did not change. I repeated the process the next day, where the watch accumulated 238 lux and managed to gain 2% battery, but it's still not much considering it took about 3.5 hours of exposure to midday summer sun. 2. If you are already a Garmin user, the touch function is a new and indifferent feature. 3. The "back button" on my watch seems to have lost its stability and initial feel, and the strap shows the usual wear and tear in a very short period of time. 4. The glass requires special attention as it scratches quite easily (not in the sapphire version), so protection is necessary. Finally, 5. The absence of any new substantial feature compared to the 6 (e.g., electrocardiogram). As for the positives (+) of the watch, I will mention the excellent accuracy and functionality of the map, the depth of analysis it provides after an activity, the sturdy construction, and the exceptional software that Garmin has. Its battery life of 17 days without smart functions, meaning Bluetooth and Wi-Fi turned off, is also a plus. So, when comparing the 7 to the 6, there are minimal differences, and for a Fenix 6 user, they are almost imperceptible. Personally, I don't think it justifies the cost in any case. If a friend asked me, I would advise them to go for the 6, as the price difference is quite significant and the product is almost the same.
The watch is more than top-notch. Connected to iPhone 13 pro max. For anyone who can afford it, I recommend it without a second thought. The only thing it lacks is the ability to answer messages. I hope they add it in the next one. But the money is worth it.