Garmin Fenix 6 Pro vs Garmin Fenix 5
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Why Garmin Fenix 6 Pro is better
- Resolution: 260 x 260 vs 218 x 218(42% more)
- Screen Size: 1.3 in vs 1.2 in(8% more)
Why Garmin Fenix 5 is better
No standout numeric advantages.
Verdict
Garmin Fenix 6 Pro leads outright in 6 of 6 dimensions today.
Spec by spec
| Spec | Garmin Fenix 6 Pro | Garmin Fenix 5 |
|---|---|---|
| Display | ||
| Screen Size | 1.3 in● | 1.2 in |
| Resolution | 260 x 260● | 218 x 218 |
| Panel Type | Transflective MIP | — |
| Always-On Display | — | Yes (transflective MIP) |
| Battery & Charging | ||
| Battery Life (Smartwatch Mode) | 14 days | — |
| Battery Life (GPS Mode) | 36 hours | — |
| Health & Sensors | ||
| Pulse Ox Sensor | Yes | — |
| Onboard Maps | Yes | — |
| Built-in GPS | Yes, multi-band | Yes, multi-GNSS |
| Build & Connectivity | ||
| Water Resistance | 100m | 100 m |
| Case Material | Stainless Steel / Titanium bezel | Fiber-reinforced polymer/Stainless steel |
| Cellular Option | No | — |
| Battery | ||
| Battery Life | — | 14 days (smartwatch mode) |
| Charging | — | Proprietary charging clip |
| Health & Fitness | ||
| Heart Rate Sensor | — | Wrist-based optical HR |
| Built-in GPS | Yes, multi-band | Yes, multi-GNSS |
| Water Resistance | 100m | 100 m |
| Design | ||
| Weight | — | 85.5 g |
| Case Material | Stainless Steel / Titanium bezel | Fiber-reinforced polymer/Stainless steel |