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Comparing the fēnix 7S Solar With Other fēnix 7 Editions
Below are some FAQs to help you learn what is new with the fēnix 7S Solar watch and help you decide which one is right for you.
- Which fēnix 7 size is right for me?
- Why Should I Select the Sapphire Solar Edition?
- What Is the Difference Between Corning Gorilla Glass DX, Power Glass, and Power Sapphire Lens?
- What Mapping Is Preloaded on the fēnix 7S Solar?
- How Does the New Touchscreen Work?
- What Is Real-Time Stamina Tracking?
- What Is the Up Ahead Feature?
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How Do These New Features Compare?
Which fēnix 7 Watch Size Is Right for Me?
Our fēnix 7 watch line allows you to choose the right-sized watch based on your preference or your wrist size. Below is a comparison between the 3 different fēnix 7 watch sizes.
NOTE: Wrist circumference sizes are based on the silicone band.
| Band Size | Wrist Circumference | Case Diameter | Screen Size | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| fēnix 7S | 20 mm | 108–182 mm (4.25-7.16”) | 42 mm | 1.2" |
| fēnix 7 | 22 mm | 125–208 mm (4.96-8.18”) | 47 mm | 1.3" |
| fēnix 7X | 26 mm | 127–210 mm (5-8.26”) | 51 mm | 1.4" |
For an overview of the feature differences across the fēnix 7 series, see the new features comparison below.
Why Should I Select the Sapphire Solar Edition?
The fēnix 7 Sapphire Solar edition watches have an incredibly durable display and add more features, such as preloaded Power Sapphire lens, TopoActive mapping, increased memory, and multi-band GPS.
What Is the Difference Between Corning Gorilla Glass DX, Power Glass, and Power Sapphire Lens?
Corning Gorilla Glass DX is designed to be scratch-resistant, but it is not as durable as the Power Sapphire lens.
The Power Glass lens also uses Corning Gorilla Glass DX , but adds the ability to convert sunlight into battery power.
The Power Sapphire lens has the ability to convert sunlight into battery power and is also incredibly durable. It is the third hardest mineral, right behind diamond. As a result, the lens is much harder to scratch than glass. Note that while the Power Sapphire lens can be very difficult to scratch, it is still not scratchproof.
What Mapping Is Preloaded on the fēnix 7S Solar Watch?
The fēnix 7S Solar watch comes preloaded with popular ski resort maps and more than 42,000 golf courses. TopoActive maps can be downloaded with Map Manager over Wi-Fi to add routable streets and off-road networks.
How Does the New Touchscreen Work?
The fēnix 7 edition watches come with a new touchscreen interface for quick access to selections and functions. Similar to previous fēnix watch models, button controls are also available. Both touch and button interactions are available during general use. By default, touch will be temporarily disabled while an activity is in progress.
What Is Real-Time Stamina Tracking?
Real-Time Stamina is an advanced training feature that helps to track and manage exertion through a run or bike activity. This can help to optimize energy usage and avoid over exertion too early.
What Is the Up Ahead Feature?
This feature focuses on providing at-a-glance awareness for relevant map or course information that is coming up ahead, including POI checkpoints, upcoming distance/elevation, and key trail points.
How Do These New Features Compare?
Below is an overview comparison of available features across the fēnix 7 watch series. For a complete comparison, see comparison charts below.1
| fēnix 7S Solar | fēnix 7S Sapphire Solar | fēnix 7S | fēnix 6S Pro | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Display Size | 1.2" (240 x 240 pixels) | 1.2" (240 x 240 pixels) | 1.2" (240 x 240 pixels) | 1.2" (240 x 240 pixels) |
| Memory | 16 GB | 32 GB | 16 GB | 32 GB |
| Listen to music without your phone | Store up to 1,000 songs | Store up to 2,000 songs | Store up to 1,000 songs | Store up to 2,000 songs |
| Music apps | • | • | • | • |
| Touchscreen and buttons | • | • | • | |
| Battery life - smartwatch mode | Up to 11 days / 14 days with solar* | Up to 11 days / 14 days with solar* | Up to 11 days | Up to 9 days |
| Battery life - GPS activity | Up to 37 hours / 46 hours with solar** | Up to 37 hours / 46 hours with solar** | Up to 37 hours | Up to 25 hours |
| Battery life - music & GPS activity | Up to 7 hours | Up to 7 hours | Up to 7 hours | Up to 6 hours |
| Corning Gorilla Glass DX lens | • | • | ||
| Power Glass lens | • | |||
| Power Sapphire lens | • | |||
Garmin Pay contactless Payments View current supported country, payment network and issuing bank information | • | • | • | • |
| Power manager | • | • | • | • |
| Heat & altitude-adjusted VO2 max | • | • | • | • |
| Body Battery energy monitor | • | • | • | • |
| TopoActive maps with Wi-Fi downloads | Downloadable | Preloaded | Downloadable | |
| Preloaded ski maps | • | • | • | • |
| Preloaded golf courses | • | • | • | • |
| Real-Time Stamina | • | • | • | |
| Up Ahead | • | • | • | |
| Multi-Band GPS | • |
* Solar charging, assuming all-day wear with 3 hours per day outside in 50,000 lux conditions
** Solar charging, assuming use in 50,000 lux conditions
1 Garmin currently does not offer any upgrade or trade-in programs for the fēnix 7 watch series.