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Garmin Fenix 7S Review | 126 Data compared

Avg. price:~£350Screen size:1.20 inchBattery life:11 daysDisplay type:MIP LCD

Garmin Fenix 7S Review: Compare 126 technical specifications and 10 expert reviews to see how this product ranks in the Smartwatches category and whether it is worth buying.

8.2

Overall score

Score
8.2/ 10
✕
What it is
An overall evaluation of the smartwatch's quality, based on technical analyses and user reviews.
When it matters
When you need a quick reference to identify the best smartwatches on the market.
Score distribution
â–¼
<55-66-77-88-99-10
★ Better than 91% of models
Score components

70%

8.1

Technical score

30%

8.6

Review score

Review score 30% · 8.6 · based on 10 independent reviews
Every model in this category gets the same split: reviews 30%, technical score 70%. This model has enough reviews, so its review score is the weighted average of their grades. 3 more reviews are not scored yet.
★Better than 91% of smartwatches
8.1

Technical score

Technical score
8.1/ 10
✕
What it is
An assessment of the smartwatchx27s technical performance, covering seven key areas: health, fitness, display & design, hardware, battery, smart features and connectivity.
When it matters
When you want to compare smartwatches based on technical performance and available features.
Score distribution
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<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–² Better than 87% of models
Score components

24%

7.8

Health

21%

9.9

Fitness

16%

7.4

Battery

14%

7.6

Smart features

12%

8.5

Connectivity

9%

7.3

Display & Design

4%

5.3

Hardware

â–²Better than 87% of smartwatches
8.6

Review score

Review score
8.6/ 10
✕
What it is
Average grade from independent test sites, magazines and video reviewers, 1–10.
How we count it
Grades: Each review's own score is converted to 1–10; without one, we grade the review ourselves.
Weighting: Big test sites count more, short reviews half as much as full tests. A video review counts half.
Share: Reviews are 30% of the overall score for every model in this category; each of the 5 needed reviews that is missing counts as 7/10.
Score distribution
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<55-66-77-88-99-10
★ Better than 95% of models
Grades by review (10)
10 reviews: 3 with a printed score, 7 estimated from the review. Share in the overall score: 30%, the same for every model in this category.
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1

12.2%

8.0

theverge.com

≈ estimated
3

9.8%

9.0

wareable.com

9.8%

9.0

techpickstream.com

9.8%

7.0

runtothefinish.com

estimated from the review
Shop star ratings are not part of this score.
★Better than 95% of smartwatches
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Technical Specifications of smartwatch Garmin Fenix 7S

Technical score
Technical score
8.1/ 10
✕
What it is
An assessment of the smartwatchx27s technical performance, covering seven key areas: health, fitness, display & design, hardware, battery, smart features and connectivity.
When it matters
When you want to compare smartwatches based on technical performance and available features.
Score distribution
â–¼
<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–² Better than 87% of models
Score components:

24%

7.8

Health

21%

9.9

Fitness

16%

7.4

Battery

14%

7.6

Smart features

12%

8.5

Connectivity

9%

7.3

Display & Design

4%

5.3

Hardware

8.1
Review score
Review score
8.6/ 10
✕
What it is
Average grade from independent test sites, magazines and video reviewers, 1–10.
How we count it
Grades: Each review's own score is converted to 1–10; without one, we grade the review ourselves.
Weighting: Big test sites count more, short reviews half as much as full tests. A video review counts half.
Share: Reviews are 30% of the overall score for every model in this category; each of the 5 needed reviews that is missing counts as 7/10.
Score distribution
â–¼
<55-66-77-88-99-10
★ Better than 95% of models
Grades by review (10)
10 reviews: 3 with a printed score, 7 estimated from the review. Share in the overall score: 30%, the same for every model in this category.
✓ explicit
1

12.2%

8.0

theverge.com

≈ estimated
3

9.8%

9.0

wareable.com

9.8%

9.0

techpickstream.com

9.8%

7.0

runtothefinish.com

estimated from the review
Shop star ratings are not part of this score.
8.6
Popularity
Popularity
5.7/ 10
✕
What it is
An indicator based on the number of reviews received by the smartwatch.
When it matters
When you prefer to purchase a product chosen and reviewed by many other consumers.
Score distribution
â–¼
<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–¼ Worse than 54% of models
Popularity:
Garmin Fenix 7S has a popularity of 5.7 points, which is lower than 53.1% of smartwatches.
5.7
Value for money
Value for money
8.4/ 10
✕
What it is
An indicator that combines the smartwatch's overall rating with its cost.
When it matters
When you are looking for a smartwatch with a good balance between quality and price.
Score distribution
â–¼
<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–² Better than 86% of models
Score components:

60%

8.2

Overall score

40%

8.7

Price

8.4
Brand name
Garmin
Heart rate monitor
yes
Heart rate monitor
yes
â–² Better than 11% of models
This smartwatch includes a heart rate monitor. 10.5% of smartwatches include a heart rate monitor.
Blood oxygen monitoring
yes
Blood oxygen monitoring
yes
â–² Better than 33% of models
This smartwatch supports blood oxygen monitoring. 33.4% of smartwatches support blood oxygen monitoring.
ECG
no
ECG
no
â–¼ Worse than 17% of models
This smartwatch does not support ECG. 16.6% of smartwatches support ECG.
Irregular heart rate warnings
yes
Irregular heart rate warnings
yes
â–² Better than 52% of models
This smartwatch supports irregular heart rate warnings. 51.9% of smartwatches support irregular heart rate warnings.
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What reviewers say
Accelerometer
yes
Accelerometer
yes
â–² Better than 1% of models
This smartwatch includes an accelerometer. 0.6% of smartwatches include an accelerometer.
Barometer
yes
Barometer
yes
â–² Better than 51% of models
This smartwatch includes a barometer. 50.6% of smartwatches include a barometer.
Gyroscope
yes
Gyroscope
yes
â–² Better than 30% of models
This smartwatch includes a gyroscope. 30.2% of smartwatches include a gyroscope.
Cadence sensor
yes
Cadence sensor
yes
â–² Better than 69% of models
This smartwatch includes a cadence sensor. 69% of smartwatches include a cadence sensor.
Distance tracking
yes
Distance tracking
yes
â–² Better than 4% of models
This smartwatch supports distance tracking. 4.1% of smartwatches support distance tracking.
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What reviewers say
Battery life
11 days
Battery life
11 days
â–² Better than 70% of models
Market range: <1 days – >16 days
This smartwatch offers a battery life of 11 days which is longer than that of 70.3% of smartwatches and equal to that of 2% of smartwatches.
Battery life in training mode
37 h
Battery life in training mode
37 h
â–² Better than 83% of models
Market range: <5.5 h – >48 h
This smartwatch lasts 37 h in training mode which is longer than 83.1% of smartwatches and equal to that of 1.2% of smartwatches.
Battery life with GPS on
37 h
Battery life with GPS on
37 h
â–² Better than 84% of models
Market range: <5.75 h – >43 h
This smartwatch lasts 37 h with GPS on which is longer than 84.2% of smartwatches and equal to that of 0.6% of smartwatches.
Battery power
240 mAh
Battery power
240 mAh
â–¼ Worse than 74% of models
Market range: <195 mAh – >475 mAh
This smartwatch has a battery capacity of 240 mAh which is smaller than the batteries in 73.7% of smartwatches and equal to those in 2.1% of smartwatches.
Battery capacity varies by case size/model variant.
Charge time
120 min
Charge time
120 min
â–¼ Worse than 43% of models
Market range: <60 min – >150 min
This smartwatch charges in 120 min which is faster than 13.1% of smartwatches and equal to the charge time of 44.2% of smartwatches.
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What reviewers say
Operating system
Garmin OS
Operating system
Garmin OS
â–² Better than 71% of models
This smartwatch runs Garmin OS which is more advanced than the operating system in 71.1% of smartwatches and the same as that in 7.7% of smartwatches.
Software update frequency
occasional
Software update frequency
occasional
â–² Better than 58% of models
This smartwatch has occasional software update support which is more active than that of 57.6% of smartwatches and equal to that of 36.2% of smartwatches.
Updates are typically released about every 3 months.
Third-party app support
yes
Third-party app support
yes
â–² Better than 52% of models
This smartwatch supports third-party apps. 52.4% of smartwatches support third-party apps.
Notifications
yes
Notifications
yes
Category Benchmark
This smartwatch supports notifications. 0.3% of smartwatches support notifications.
Voice assistant support
no
Voice assistant support
no
â–¼ Worse than 68% of models
This smartwatch does not support voice assistants. 67.8% of smartwatches support voice assistants.
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What reviewers say
Cellular module
no
Cellular module
no
â–¼ Worse than 18% of models
This smartwatch does not include a cellular module. 18% of smartwatches include a cellular module.
SIM cards
0
GPS
yes
GPS
yes
â–² Better than 44% of models
This smartwatch supports GPS. 43.9% of smartwatches support GPS.
Galileo support
yes
Galileo support
yes
â–² Better than 62% of models
This smartwatch supports Galileo navigation. 61.6% of smartwatches support Galileo navigation.
Compass
yes
Compass
yes
â–² Better than 47% of models
This smartwatch includes a compass. 47.5% of smartwatches include a compass.
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What reviewers say
Screen size
1.2 inch
Screen size
1.2 inch
â–¼ Worse than 85% of models
Market range: <1.2 inch – >1.82 inch
This smartwatch has a screen size of 1.2 inch which is smaller than the screens of 85.3% of smartwatches and equal to those of 8% of smartwatches.
Display type
MIP LCD
Display type
MIP LCD
â–¼ Worse than 60% of models
This smartwatch uses a MIP LCD display type which is less advanced than that of 60% of smartwatches and the same as that of 5% of smartwatches.
Resolution
240x 240
Resolution
240x 240
â–¼ Worse than 74% of models
This smartwatch has a display resolution of 240x240 which is lower than that of 73.9% of smartwatches and equal to that of 15.2% of smartwatches.
Pixel density
283 ppi
Pixel density
283 ppi
â–¼ Worse than 65% of models
Market range: <207 ppi – >461 ppi
This smartwatch has a pixel density of 283 ppi which is lower than that of 65.3% of smartwatches and equal to that of 4.7% of smartwatches.
Display brightness
?
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What reviewers say
CPU speed
0.2 GHz
CPU speed
0.2 GHz
â–¼ Worse than 78% of models
This smartwatch uses a CPU configuration of 0.2 GHz which is slower than that in 78% of smartwatches and equal to that in 5.2% of smartwatches.
Processor model
NXP RT500
Processor model
NXP RT500
â–¼ Worse than 76% of models
This smartwatch uses the NXP RT500 processor model.
RAM
?
Internal storage
16 GB
Internal storage
16 GB
â–² Better than 80% of models
Market range: <0 GB – >32 GB
This smartwatch uses 16 GB for internal storage which is larger than that of 79.8% of smartwatches and equal to that of 4.7% of smartwatches.
External memory slot
no
External memory slot
no
Category Benchmark
This smartwatch does not include an external memory slot. 0.3% of smartwatches include an external memory slot.
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Garmin Fenix 7S vs the average smartwatch

246810TotalHealthFitnessBatteryConnectivityDisplay & DesignSmart featuresHardware
  • Temperature sensing
    Temperature sensor
    yes
    â–² Better than 73% of models
    This smartwatch includes a temperature sensor, the average smartwatch does not. 26.8% of smartwatches include a temperature sensor.
    Temperature readings may be skin/ambient trends, not core-body medical values.
  • Crash detection capability
    Crash detection
    yes
    â–² Better than 87% of models
    This smartwatch supports crash detection, the average smartwatch does not. 12.6% of smartwatches support crash detection.
    select outdoor activities; paired phone required
  • Readiness score
    Readiness score
    yes
    â–² Better than 83% of models
    This smartwatch supports readiness scores, the average smartwatch does not. 17.5% of smartwatches support readiness scores.
  • HRV tracking
    HRV tracking
    yes
    â–² Better than 59% of models
    This smartwatch supports HRV tracking, the average smartwatch does not. 40.8% of smartwatches support HRV tracking.
  • 17 h longer GPS battery life
    Battery life with GPS on
    37 h
    â–² Better than 84% of models
    Market range: <5.75 h – >43 h
    This smartwatch lasts longer with GPS on than the average smartwatch (37 h vs 20 h). The average smartwatch lasts 20 h.
    37 h vs 20 h
  • Maps support
    Maps support
    yes
    â–² Better than 69% of models
    This smartwatch supports maps, the average smartwatch does not. 31.5% of smartwatches support maps.
  • VO2 max measurement
    VO2 max measurement
    yes
    â–² Better than 52% of models
    This smartwatch measures VO2 max, the average smartwatch does not. 47.6% of smartwatches measure VO2 max.
  • More advanced operating system
    Operating system
    Garmin OS
    â–² Better than 71% of models
    This smartwatch runs a more advanced operating system than the average smartwatch (Garmin OS vs Proprietary OS).
    Garmin OS vs Proprietary OS
  • 11.4% better value for money
    Garmin Fenix 7S has a higher value-for-money score than the average smartwatch (8.38 vs 7.5).
    8.38 vs 7.52
  • Temperature sensing
    Temperature sensor
    yes
    â–² Better than 73% of models
    This smartwatch includes a temperature sensor, the average smartwatch does not. 26.8% of smartwatches include a temperature sensor.
    Temperature readings may be skin/ambient trends, not core-body medical values.
  • Readiness score
    Readiness score
    yes
    â–² Better than 83% of models
    This smartwatch supports readiness scores, the average smartwatch does not. 17.5% of smartwatches support readiness scores.
  • HRV tracking
    HRV tracking
    yes
    â–² Better than 59% of models
    This smartwatch supports HRV tracking, the average smartwatch does not. 40.8% of smartwatches support HRV tracking.
  • VO2 max measurement
    VO2 max measurement
    yes
    â–² Better than 52% of models
    This smartwatch measures VO2 max, the average smartwatch does not. 47.6% of smartwatches measure VO2 max.
  • Irregular heart rate alerts
    Irregular heart rate warnings
    yes
    â–² Better than 52% of models
    This smartwatch supports irregular heart rate warnings, the average smartwatch does not. 48.1% of smartwatches support irregular heart rate warnings.
  • Weight tracking
    Weight tracking
    yes
    â–² Better than 61% of models
    This smartwatch supports weight tracking, the average smartwatch does not. 39.1% of smartwatches support weight tracking.
    Weight tracking may rely on manual app entry or smart-scale sync.
  • Water intake tracking
    Water intake tracking
    yes
    â–² Better than 56% of models
    This smartwatch tracks water intake, the average smartwatch does not. 44% of smartwatches track water intake.
  • Perspiration monitoring
    Perspiration monitoring
    yes
    â–² Better than 86% of models
    This smartwatch tracks perspiration, the average smartwatch does not. 14.1% of smartwatches track perspiration.
  • External heart rate monitor support
    External heart rate monitor compatibility
    yes
    â–² Better than 57% of models
    This smartwatch supports external heart rate monitor compatibility, the average smartwatch does not. 42.7% of smartwatches support external heart rate monitor compatibility.
  • Barometer sensor included
    Barometer
    yes
    â–² Better than 51% of models
    This smartwatch includes a barometer, the average smartwatch does not. 49.5% of smartwatches include a barometer.
  • Cadence tracking
    Cadence sensor
    yes
    â–² Better than 69% of models
    This smartwatch includes a cadence sensor, the average smartwatch does not. 31.1% of smartwatches include a cadence sensor.
  • Route support
    Route support
    yes
    â–² Better than 50% of models
    This smartwatch supports route support, the average smartwatch does not. 50% of smartwatches support route support.
  • 17 h longer GPS battery life
    Battery life with GPS on
    37 h
    â–² Better than 84% of models
    Market range: <5.75 h – >43 h
    This smartwatch lasts longer with GPS on than the average smartwatch (37 h vs 20 h). The average smartwatch lasts 20 h.
    37 h vs 20 h
  • 17.75 h longer training battery life
    Battery life in training mode
    37 h
    â–² Better than 83% of models
    Market range: <5.5 h – >48 h
    This smartwatch lasts longer in training mode than the average smartwatch (37 h vs 19.25 h). The average smartwatch lasts 19.25 h.
    37 h vs 19.25 h
  • 4 days day/s longer battery life
    Battery life
    11 days
    â–² Better than 70% of models
    Market range: <1 days – >16 days
    This smartwatch offers 11 days of battery life, while the average smartwatch offers 7 days.
    11 days vs 7 days
  • Maps support
    Maps support
    yes
    â–² Better than 69% of models
    This smartwatch supports maps, the average smartwatch does not. 31.5% of smartwatches support maps.
  • NFC functionality
    NFC
    yes
    â–² Better than 57% of models
    This smartwatch supports NFC, the average smartwatch does not. 43.4% of smartwatches support NFC.
  • Supports Wi-Fi
    Wi-Fi support
    yes
    â–² Better than 57% of models
    This smartwatch supports Wi-Fi, the average smartwatch does not. 43.3% of smartwatches support Wi-Fi.
  • Supports ANT+
    ANT+ support
    yes
    â–² Better than 88% of models
    This smartwatch supports ANT+, the average smartwatch does not. 11.7% of smartwatches support ANT+.
  • Galileo satellite support
    Galileo support
    yes
    â–² Better than 62% of models
    This smartwatch supports Galileo navigation, the average smartwatch does not. 38.5% of smartwatches support Galileo navigation.
  • Stronger display glass
    Display glass type
    Corning Gorilla Glass DX
    â–² Better than 79% of models
    This smartwatch uses Corning Gorilla Glass DX display glass, while the average smartwatch uses mineral glass.
    Power Glass branding
    Corning Gorilla Glass DX vs mineral glass
  • Rugged construction
    Rugged design
    yes
    â–² Better than 62% of models
    This smartwatch has a rugged design, the average smartwatch does not. 37.9% of smartwatches have a rugged design.
  • 50 m deeper water resistance
    Waterproof depth rating
    100 m
    ★ Better than 95% of models
    Market range: <1 m – >50 m
    This smartwatch has a deeper waterproof rating than the average smartwatch (100 m vs 50 m). The average smartwatch reaches 50 m.
    100 m vs 50 m
  • Crash detection capability
    Crash detection
    yes
    â–² Better than 87% of models
    This smartwatch supports crash detection, the average smartwatch does not. 12.6% of smartwatches support crash detection.
    select outdoor activities; paired phone required
  • More advanced operating system
    Operating system
    Garmin OS
    â–² Better than 71% of models
    This smartwatch runs a more advanced operating system than the average smartwatch (Garmin OS vs Proprietary OS).
    Garmin OS vs Proprietary OS
  • Emergency SOS
    Emergency SOS
    yes
    â–² Better than 57% of models
    This smartwatch includes Emergency SOS, the average smartwatch does not. 42.8% of smartwatches include Emergency SOS.
    paired phone required
  • Third-party app support
    Third-party app support
    yes
    â–² Better than 52% of models
    This smartwatch supports third-party apps, the average smartwatch does not. 47.6% of smartwatches support third-party apps.
  • More frequent updates
    Software update frequency
    occasional
    â–² Better than 58% of models
    This smartwatch receives occasional software updates, while the average smartwatch receives ended updates.
    Updates are typically released about every 3 months.
    occasional vs ended
  • 12 GB more storage
    Internal storage
    16 GB
    â–² Better than 80% of models
    Market range: <0 GB – >32 GB
    This smartwatch offers more internal storage than the average smartwatch (16 GB vs 4 GB). The average smartwatch provides 4 GB of storage.
    16 GB vs 4 GB
  • No voice assistant
    Voice assistant support
    no
    â–¼ Worse than 68% of models
    This smartwatch does not support voice assistants, the average smartwatch does. 67.7% of smartwatches support voice assistants.
  • No call answering
    Call answering
    no
    â–¼ Worse than 58% of models
    This smartwatch does not support call answering, the average smartwatch does. 58.1% of smartwatches support call answering.
  • No speaker
    Built-in speaker
    no
    â–¼ Worse than 56% of models
    This smartwatch does not include a built-in speaker, the average smartwatch does. 56.1% of smartwatches include a built-in speaker.
  • No voice command support
    Voice commands
    no
    â–¼ Worse than 67% of models
    This smartwatch does not support voice commands, the average smartwatch does. 67% of smartwatches support voice commands.
  • Basic display type
    Display type
    MIP LCD
    â–¼ Worse than 60% of models
    This smartwatch uses MIP LCD display technology, while the average smartwatch features AMOLED.
    MIP LCD vs AMOLED
  • No ambient light sensor
    Ambient light sensor
    no
    â–¼ Worse than 61% of models
    This smartwatch does not include an ambient light sensor, the average smartwatch does. 60.7% of smartwatches include an ambient light sensor.
  • 0.2 inch smaller screen size
    Screen size
    1.20 inch
    â–¼ Worse than 85% of models
    Market range: <1.2 inch – >1.82 inch
    This smartwatch has a smaller screen size than the average smartwatch (1.2 inch vs 1.4 inch). The average smartwatch screen is 1.40 inch.
    1.20 inch vs 1.40 inch
  • 18 g heavier weight
    Weight
    63.0 g
    â–¼ Worse than 81% of models
    Market range: <29 g – >80 g
    This smartwatch is heavier than the average smartwatch (63 g vs 45 g). The average smartwatch weighs 45.0 g.
    63.0 g vs 45.0 g
  • 2.69x more expensive
    Garmin Fenix 7S is more expensive than the average smartwatch (£350 vs £130).
    £350 vs £130
  • 60 mAh smaller battery capacity
    Battery life
    240 mAh days
    â–² Better than 70% of models
    Market range: <1 days – >16 days
    This smartwatch has a smaller battery capacity than the average smartwatch (240 mAh vs 300 mAh). The average smartwatch battery is 300 mAh.
    Battery capacity varies by case size/model variant.
    240 mAh vs 300 mAh
  • Basic display type
    Display type
    MIP LCD
    â–¼ Worse than 60% of models
    This smartwatch uses MIP LCD display technology, while the average smartwatch features AMOLED.
    MIP LCD vs AMOLED
  • No ambient light sensor
    Ambient light sensor
    no
    â–¼ Worse than 61% of models
    This smartwatch does not include an ambient light sensor, the average smartwatch does. 60.7% of smartwatches include an ambient light sensor.
  • 0.2 inch smaller screen size
    Screen size
    1.20 inch
    â–¼ Worse than 85% of models
    Market range: <1.2 inch – >1.82 inch
    This smartwatch has a smaller screen size than the average smartwatch (1.2 inch vs 1.4 inch). The average smartwatch screen is 1.40 inch.
    1.20 inch vs 1.40 inch
  • 18 g heavier weight
    Weight
    63.0 g
    â–¼ Worse than 81% of models
    Market range: <29 g – >80 g
    This smartwatch is heavier than the average smartwatch (63 g vs 45 g). The average smartwatch weighs 45.0 g.
    63.0 g vs 45.0 g
  • 2.5 mm thicker watch body
    Thickness
    14.10 mm
    â–¼ Worse than 90% of models
    Market range: <9.8 mm – >14.1 mm
    This smartwatch is thicker than the average smartwatch (14.1 mm vs 11.6 mm). The average smartwatch thickness is 11.6 mm.
    14.10 mm vs 11.6 mm
  • Lower resolution
    Display type
    240 x 240
    â–¼ Worse than 60% of models
    This smartwatch has a display resolution of 240x240, while the average smartwatch reaches 352x430.
    240x240 vs 352x430
  • 43 ppi lower pixel density
    Pixel density
    283 ppi
    â–¼ Worse than 65% of models
    Market range: <207 ppi – >461 ppi
    This smartwatch has a lower pixel density than the average smartwatch (283 ppi vs 326 ppi). The average smartwatch display reaches 326 ppi.
    283 ppi vs 326 ppi
  • No voice assistant
    Voice assistant support
    no
    â–¼ Worse than 68% of models
    This smartwatch does not support voice assistants, the average smartwatch does. 67.7% of smartwatches support voice assistants.
  • No call answering
    Call answering
    no
    â–¼ Worse than 58% of models
    This smartwatch does not support call answering, the average smartwatch does. 58.1% of smartwatches support call answering.
  • No voice command support
    Voice commands
    no
    â–¼ Worse than 67% of models
    This smartwatch does not support voice commands, the average smartwatch does. 67% of smartwatches support voice commands.
  • No smart alarm
    Smart alarm
    no
    â–¼ Worse than 53% of models
    This smartwatch does not support a smart alarm, the average smartwatch does. 52.7% of smartwatches support smart alarms.
  • No speaker
    Built-in speaker
    no
    â–¼ Worse than 56% of models
    This smartwatch does not include a built-in speaker, the average smartwatch does. 56.1% of smartwatches include a built-in speaker.
  • Slower CPU speed
    CPU speed
    0.2 GHz
    â–¼ Worse than 78% of models
    This smartwatch uses a CPU configuration of 0.2 GHz, while the average smartwatch uses 1 GHz.
    0.2 GHz vs 1 GHz

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9.0
wareable.com
≈ estimated
25/03/2022
In-depth review · Sports watch
Verdict
The Garmin Fenix 7S is an excellent sports watch that suits small wrists and distance runners, though its screen looks washed out and wellness tracking lags.
9.0
androidworld.nl
≈ estimated
21/03/2022
Hands-on test · Multisport watch
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The Garmin Fenix 7S is a strong fitness watch for narrow wrists, with fast GPS and long battery life, but its dark screen and complex menus can frustrate.
9.0
mountainreporters.com
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20/07/2022
Hands-on test · Outdoor watch
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The Garmin Fenix 7S is a capable outdoor watch that follows GPX routes with near-meter GPS accuracy, though its built-in map is basic.
tweakers.net
09/05/2022
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What we like about Garmin Fenix 7S

  • Comprehensive fitness tracking for a wide variety of activities, including advanced metrics like training readiness and stamina
  • Excellent battery life for its size, lasting up to 11 days in smartwatch mode
  • Compact and lightweight 42mm design that is comfortable for smaller wrists and all-day wear
  • Highly accurate multi-band GPS that performs reliably even in challenging environments like built-up areas
  • Durable, rugged construction that meets U.S. military standards for thermal, shock, and water resistance
  • Improved user experience with a responsive touchscreen interface in addition to traditional physical buttons

What we don't like about Garmin Fenix 7S

  • High price point makes it an expensive investment, especially for casual users
  • The memory-in-pixel (MIP) display can appear dull, washed out, or low-contrast compared to AMOLED screens
  • Optical heart rate sensor may struggle with accuracy during high-intensity or rapid-movement workouts
  • Limited smartwatch features compared to competitors, such as lack of a microphone for voice control or message replies
  • The user interface and app-based settings can feel clunky, cluttered, or difficult to navigate
  • Garmin Pay has limited support among major banks

Verdict

The Garmin Fenix 7S is a premium 42mm multisport GPS smartwatch specifically designed for smaller wrists, featuring a 1.2-inch sunlight-visible transflective memory-in-pixel (MIP) display and a rugged fiber-reinforced polymer case with a stainless steel bezel. Key characteristics include a 10 ATM water-resistance rating, 32GB of internal storage, and a dual-interface system that combines traditional button controls with a responsive touchscreen for versatile navigation. It offers comprehensive 24/7 health tracking, including heart rate, Pulse Ox, and advanced sleep monitoring, alongside professional-grade training tools like real-time stamina and visual race predictor. Pros include its compact and lightweight 63g design, impressive battery life of up to 11 days in smartwatch mode (extendable to 14 with solar), and highly accurate multi-GNSS satellite positioning. Main cons include a display that can appear dull in low-light conditions without the backlight, the lack of LTE connectivity or a built-in microphone for calls, and a higher price point compared to standard fitness trackers.

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