Amazfit Cheetah Pro vs Garmin Instinct 3 Solar 50 mm
Amazfit Cheetah Pro (44 h GPS, 43 g) vs Garmin Instinct 3 Solar 50 mm (60 h GPS, 60 g). Side-by-side spec comparison: battery, weight, maps, multi-band GPS and price. Which GPS watch should you buy?
AmazfitAmazfit Cheetah ProRunning watch with dual-band GPS, offline maps and a 1.45" AMOLED display, at a fraction of a Garmin's price. 44 h in GPS mode (26 h dual-band), onboard music and just 43 g. Titanium bezel and AI coach. The value pick for runners who want navigation without overspending.
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GarminGarmin Instinct 3 Solar 50 mmUltra-rugged GPS watch with solar charging: up to 40 days in smartwatch mode (unlimited with sun), 60 h GPS and 34 h multi-band. Military-standard case, LED flashlight and dual-frequency GPS. For those who prioritise toughness and battery over onboard maps on their mountain outings.
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| Spec | Amazfit Cheetah Pro | Garmin Instinct 3 Solar 50 mm |
|---|---|---|
| GPS battery | 44 h | 60 h |
| Multi-band battery | 26 h | 34 h |
| Smartwatch | 14 days | 40 days |
| Weight | 43 g | 60 g |
| Maps | ✓ | – |
| Multi-band | ✓ | ✓ |
| Music | ✓ | – |
| Display | AMOLED | MIP |
| Price | Mid-range | Mid-range |
GPS battery = each manufacturer's standard GPS mode; multi-band = dual-frequency (maximum accuracy). On Suunto, Polar Grit and Amazfit T-Rex the GPS figure already corresponds to dual-band mode. Figures verified against the manufacturer.
Verdict
For maximum autonomy on long ultras, Garmin Instinct 3 Solar 50 mm lasts longer in GPS mode. If you want the lightest watch on your wrist, go for Amazfit Cheetah Pro. Only Amazfit Cheetah Pro brings onboard topo maps for navigation. Both sit in the same price segment, so let battery, weight and the feature you value most decide.