This model is no longer sold new. It has been replaced by the Garmin Forerunner 170.
Full details →| Garmin Fenix | Garmin Forerunner 165 | |
|---|---|---|
| Pricing | ||
| Starting price | $999 | $249★ |
| Subscription | ℹ️ Optional — $70/yr | ℹ️ Optional — $70/yr |
| Hardware | ||
| Weight | 53g | 39g★ |
| Water resistance | 10ATM★ | 5ATM |
| Battery | 16 days★ | 11 days |
| Always-on display | ✅★ | ❌ |
| GPS | ✅ | ✅ |
| Cellular | ❌ | ❌ |
| Platform | iOS & Android | iOS & Android |
| Tier | Sports GPS | Sports GPS |
| Buy timing | ||
| Released | Aug 25, 2026 | Mar 5, 2024 |
| Cycle advice | good | superseded |
| Deals advice | neutral | clearance |
| Next model | — | — |
Double the map storage of the Fenix 8, with 50% more RAM and 30% faster map panning for routable built-in maps.
AMOLED on every Fenix 9, with up to 29 days on the 51mm. The Fenix 9 Pro Solar reaches up to 57 days with solar charging for trips where charging is impossible.
Stamina zones, expanded rucking with adjustable pack weight, and indoor rowing metrics join Garmin's existing training analytics, plus a 40m dive rating.
The FR165 is the first Garmin entry-level running watch with an AMOLED display — dramatically more readable than the LCD it replaces.
Training load, recovery time, Body Battery, HRV status, VO2 max estimation — the same analytics found on watches costing twice as much.
11 days typical use and roughly 19 hours GPS — enough for most training blocks without mid-week charging.
The right pick depends on what you optimize for.
$459 vs $1209 over 3 years.
16 days vs 11 days battery.
11 sensors.
39g.
Expedition athletes, adventure racers, triathletes, mountaineers, and divers who need the most capable and durable GPS watch Garmin makes. Also for anyone who wants Garmin's best — full stop.
Full details →Beginner and intermediate runners who want real GPS accuracy and Garmin's analytics depth without the price of the 570 or 970. Also ideal as a first serious GPS watch for anyone moving up from a fitness tracker.
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