Garmin Fenix 7 vs Suunto Vertical
Suunto Vertical
2023 · $549 today
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Dashed outline = score at launch
Why Garmin Fenix 7 is better
- Charging Time: Solar-assisted vs 0-100% in 120 min(Infinity× less)
- Weight: 73g vs 81g(11% less)
Why Suunto Vertical is better
- Battery Life (Typical): 60 days vs 336 hours(4.3× more)
- Battery Life (GPS): 65 hours vs 57 hours(14% more)
- Screen Size: 49mm vs 47mm(higher)
Verdict
Suunto Vertical leads outright in 4 of 6 dimensions today.
Spec by spec
| Spec | Garmin Fenix 7 | Suunto Vertical |
|---|---|---|
| Display | ||
| Screen Size | 47mm | 49mm● |
| Display Type | Transflective MIP | Transflective MIP |
| Peak Brightness | Sunlight-visible | Sunlight-visible |
| Battery & Charging | ||
| Battery Life (Typical) | 336 hours | 60 days● |
| Battery Life (GPS) | 57 hours | 65 hours● |
| Charging Time | Solar-assisted● | 0-100% in 120 min |
| Health & Sensors | ||
| Heart Rate Sensor | Garmin Elevate | Optical PPG |
| SpO2 Sensor | Yes | Yes |
| ECG | No | No |
| Build & Durability | ||
| Case Material | Fiber-reinforced polymer | Stainless Steel / Polyamide |
| Water Resistance | 100m | 100m |
| Weight | 73g● | 81g |