![]() ![]() Garmin Fenix 7 Sapphire Solar battery life estimates Row 0 - Cell 0Īll of those figures are a huge upgrade on the equivalent Fenix 6 Solar, and real-world performance proved even better. These are the figures given by Garmin itself for this particular model: Exactly how often you'll need to recharge will depend on how you use it and which sensors you choose to enable. You can't just leave the watch out on the sun all day and expect it to be fully charged by the time you collect it in the evening. To clarify, you can't charge the watch via solar charging only it merely reduces the battery drain. You’ll still need to plug the watch in occasionally, but the solar cell extends its battery life significantly. The Fenix 7 Sapphire Solar we tested is equipped with the Garmin's Power Glass, which harvests energy throughout the day to keep the watch’s battery topped up. First, though, it's important to note that the life of each watch in the range will depend on the size of its battery, whether it has a solar cell, and the size of that cell. Solar and Sapphire Solar versions availableīattery life has always been one of the selling points of Garmin's sports watches, and the Fenix 7 range really delivers.(Image credit: Future) Garmin Fenix 7: Battery life The fact that this light is blue rather than white means that the screen colors can sometimes look muddy particularly red and purple shades. It's easy to read in most lighting conditions, but we found it a little lacking in contrast compared to watches like the Garmin Instinct Solar (shown below on the left) and often needed to use the backlight. It’s a sensible choice that helps conserve battery life, though it’s not as bright as we might have liked. Rather than equipping the Fenix 7 with an AMOLED screen like that of the Venu 2 and Epix watches, Garmin has stuck with a transflective memory-in-pixel display. It’s also possible to switch it off during sleep to avoid accidental touches at night, but we didn’t find this to be a problem. If you’d prefer to stick with just the buttons, you can choose to disable the touchscreen completely. The Fenix 7’s interface will be immediately familiar to Fenix 6 users, and consists of five physical buttons together with a touchscreen that locks automatically during activity tracking to avoid accidental pausing or cancelling of activities. The watch has the same five-button setup as the Fenix 6, but adds a touchscreen (Image credit: Future) It’s impressive that Garmin has managed to keep the weight consistent while increasing battery life substantially, and improving the screen technology. That’s almost exactly the same as the Fenix 6 Solar, which comes in at 72g with its strap, and 49g without. The Fenix 7 Sapphire Solar weighs 73g with the silicone strap attached, and 50g without. They're extremely easy to swap, but aren't interchangeable with the old-style quick-release bands, which are removed by pushing a pin to the side. The watch uses Garmin's QuickFit bands, which are released from the case housing by pushing down on a plastic clip. ![]() The silicone band is a good choice for sport and is easy to clean, but you can also choose a watch bundled with an additional leather or woven strap for everyday use. Our review watch had a graphite gray titanium case and a black silicone strap, but various other colorways are available. We tested the standard 47mm Sapphire Solar edition, which is the first watch that combines the advantages of its sunlight-harvesting Power Glass with tough crystal. Garmin Fenix 7 models Header Cell - Column 0 However, it’s much less than the Garmin Epix premium everyday watch, which launched the same day, starting at $899.99 / £799.99 / AU$1,399. That’s a significant increase from the Fenix 6, which started at $599.99 / £529.99 / AU$949 when it launched in 2019. The Garmin Fenix 7 series launched on January 18, 2022, and is available to buy direct from Garmin. If you're already happy with your Fenix 6 then we wouldn't recommend rushing out to upgrade right away, but the Fenix 7 is packed with thoughtfully crafted new features and refinements that make a real difference in everyday training. This data was already available in the Garmin Connect app, but the new chart on your wrist allows you to see how your times are trending – and hopefully dropping – thanks to your efforts. There's also a new on-screen race predictor that estimates how your current training regime will affect your 5k, 10k, and half marathon race times. ![]()
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