Garmin Fénix 8 AMOLED 47 mm vs Suunto Race 2
Garmin Fénix 8 AMOLED 47 mm (47 h GPS, 59 g) vs Suunto Race 2 (55 h GPS, 65 g). Side-by-side spec comparison: battery, weight, maps, multi-band GPS and price. Which GPS watch should you buy?
GarminGarmin Fénix 8 AMOLED 47 mmGarmin's flagship multisport watch: AMOLED display, topo maps, multi-band GPS, LED flashlight, speaker and microphone. 47 h in GPS mode (35 h multi-band) and 16 days in smartwatch mode. Rugged case with sapphire glass for mountain ultras and multi-day adventures.
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SuuntoSuunto Race 2Racing watch with a 1.5" 2,000-nit AMOLED display, dual-band GPS and free offline maps. Up to 55 h in the most accurate mode and 18 days in smartwatch mode. Rotating crown, 115+ sport modes and 32 GB of storage for maps. A lot of watch for the money versus Garmin.
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| Spec | Garmin Fénix 8 AMOLED 47 mm | Suunto Race 2 |
|---|---|---|
| GPS battery | 47 h | 55 h |
| Multi-band battery | 35 h | Yes |
| Smartwatch | 16 days | 18 days |
| Weight | 59 g | 65 g |
| Maps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Multi-band | ✓ | ✓ |
| Music | ✓ | – |
| Display | AMOLED | AMOLED |
| Price | Flagship | 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, Suunto Race 2 lasts longer in GPS mode. If you want the lightest watch on your wrist, go for Garmin Fénix 8 AMOLED 47 mm. On budget, Suunto Race 2 is the more affordable option.