General Information about Garmin Fenix 7
have long been known as the absolute best multisport and outdoor watches, and the 7 watches are no exception. You get the market's best quality materials and many of the most advanced features you can put into a watch. These include topographic maps, a new stamina calculator to show how much energy you have left, improved GPS, and much more. You also get standard training features plus Garmin Pay and Garmin Music.
Garmin Fenix 7 – The Different Models
It's now standard for Fenix to have different versions, and Fenix 7 is no exception. The watch is available in three sizes: Fenix 7, Fenix 7S, and Fenix 7X.
- Fenix 7 S is the smallest, mainly targeted at women. Measures 42 mm in diameter
- Fenix 7 is the “regular” size. Measures 47 mm in diameter.
- Fenix 7X is the large size. Measures 51 mm in diameter, aimed at those wanting a large screen.
Each size also comes in different versions: Standard, Solar, and Sapphire Solar
- Standard is the regular version of Fenix 7. You get all the advanced features except Multi-Band GPS (described later) and preloaded Topo maps (also described later). It has Garmin's standard Corning Gorilla Glass on the screen.
- Solar edition has the same features as Fenix 7 Standard, but with solar charging built-in, extending battery life. The watch also comes in different case colors.
- Sapphire Solar is the top model. It includes Multi-Band GPS and preloaded Topo maps, plus options for titanium bezel or other colors. It also features scratch-resistant sapphire glass along with solar panels.
What's New in Garmin Fenix 7
- Battery Life
- Solar + Sapphire
- Design Update
- Multi-continent maps and direct download
- UP-AHEAD
- Race Pace Predictor Trend
- Stamina
- New Optical Heart Rate Monitor
- Tracklog Filters
- Walk Detection
- Multi-Band GPS
- New Setup via App
- Flashlight
- Other Updates
Battery Life
One of the biggest updates in Fenix 7 is improved battery life. All Fenix 7 models have received solid upgrades. Especially in GPS mode, most runners will notice a big difference. A standard Fenix 7 holds battery 72% better in GPS mode than a Fenix 6.
Sapphire Solar
A new feature exciting many Fenix fans is the availability of both solar panels and sapphire glass. All solar panels are now larger, covering the entire screen, harvesting over 300% more solar energy than Fenix 6 Solar.
Design Update
Fenix 7 has several design improvements. It retains its rugged style and reliable performance, but with enhancements making it more durable and practical. For example, it now features a button guard around the start/stop button.
The screen is updated with a touchscreen, making it easier to use built-in topo maps. As previously mentioned, more solar panels are behind the screen. An invisible design improvement that makes a big difference in use.
Fenix 7 and Fenix 7X are also thinner than previous editions. 7 is 0.5 mm thinner and 7X is 2.1 mm thinner.
Multi-continent Maps and Direct Download
With Garmin Fenix 7, if you buy the Sapphire Solar edition, you get a preloaded topo map with optimized details over Europe. All editions can download new maps directly to the watch via Wi-Fi, including golf and ski view maps with cross-country trails.
UP-AHEAD
Before a run or race, if you load your route, Garmin Fenix 7 with the new Up-Ahead feature tells you what to expect. It can show when to turn next, the next water station, or the steepness of the next hill.
Race Pace Predictor Trend
On many Garmin models, you get an estimate of your 5k, 10k, half-marathon, and marathon speed. On 7, you now see a trend line of your current estimate and how it looked before, helping you evaluate your training.
Stamina
Most who have run or cycled have hit the wall. With the new “Stamina” feature, gives you a better overview of your energy levels across systems, helping prevent burnout. The Fenix 7 considers your creatine, anaerobic, and aerobic energy consumption, providing a total energy overview. You see how much energy is left and how long you can maintain speed.
New Optical Heart Rate Monitor
The built-in wrist heart rate monitor in is upgraded. is more accurate than before. You still get PulseOx for blood oxygen measurement, and it works underwater. The monitor height is 1.3 mm.
Tracklog Filters
After your run, easily get an overview with new Tracklog filters. The watch shows your route in colors indicating performance. You choose what to read: pace, , altitude, cadence, etc.
Walk Detection
Fenix 7 can detect how much you've walked during a trail run. Even top trail runners walk on long, steep hills. Walk detection provides an overview of walking during your trail run or other activities.
Multi-Band GPS (only on Sapphire Solar)
This might get technical, but with Multi-Band GPS enabled, you get better GPS precision than before.
Usually, you can enable GPS on the watch. You can also enable Galileo, BeiDou, GLONASS, and QZSS. The more you enable, the more precise your measurements.
Traditionally, GPS had two lines: L1 for private use (GPS watches, car GPS, etc.) and L2 for US military.
In 2009, GPS launched L5, more precise. Combining L1 and L5 signals gives a more precise signal, as your watch constantly chooses the best line. Galileo and BeiDou have lines similar to L5, creating a more precise and reliable system than before.
New Setup via App
Besides external design upgrades, also upgraded Fenix 7's internal design. It's easier to set up this initially, and now you can change screen settings and activity profiles in Garmin Connect app, not just on the watch, for easier customization.
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Flashlight
In the Fenix 7X, there is now an integrated flashlight built into the watch case. It can always be activated with a double tap on the light button, ensuring you can see ahead in the dark. It can be used as a flashlight in daily situations but also while running. You can light up with regular white light, change it to red, or create a strobe effect. If an emergency arises and you need to signal SOS, the watch can even send the signal in Morse code, showing the outside world that you need help.
Other updates
Furthermore, Fenix 7 supports wind- and kitesurfing and has a new training feature for strength training, including AMRAP (As many rounds as possible), EMOM (Every minute on the minute), TABATA, and a custom function.
Garmin Fenix 7 – additional features
Garmin has, of course, retained the popular features from their other watches. In this section, we review some of the most popular:
Garmin Pay
With Garmin Pay, you simply link your payment card to your Fenix 7, allowing you to use it on all contactless payment terminals. Read our article on how Garmin Pay works here: Search for "GARMIN PAY - PAY WITH YOUR WATCH - HOW IT WORKS" in our inspiration universe.
Garmin Music
With Garmin Music, you can listen to music via Spotify or Deezer on your watch without your phone. Download a playlist, connect wireless headphones, and you're ready to go. This feature requires a Spotify Premium or Deezer subscription. In our inspiration universe, find the article "Garmin Music – Spotify – How to do it!"
Barometric pressure and compass
In you will also find a 3-axis compass and a barometric altimeter. This ensures precise information on your position and direction.
Sports profiles
On Fenix 7, you get a multitude of sports functions. You get all the ones you know, including: Running, Trail running, MTB, Cycling, Triathlon, Fitness, Strength training, Sailing, Golf, Swimming, Skiing, Snowboarding, Cross-country, Rowing, Outdoor, Hiking, Climbing, Tactical, and many more.
Additionally, on Fenix 7, you also get Kite- and Windsurfing, along with the ability to do HIIT, including AMRAP (as many rounds as possible), EMOM (every minute on the minute).
Activity tracking and smart notifications
functions as a smartwatch, tracking all essential data, providing precise insight into your current state. Fenix 7 measures stress levels, steps, heart rate, calories, and sleep quality. With the new optical heart rate monitor, this data is now more accurate than ever.
On the Garmin Fenix 7, you can also receive notifications from your smartphone, such as calls, messages, emails. You can also get notifications from social media, weather updates, traffic alerts, calendar reminders, and much more. All of this can be turned off, and the watch can be set to "Do Not Disturb" if you're in the middle of something requiring full attention.
Garmin Epix
Along with Fenix 7,
is also released. Garmin Epix shares the same functions and features as Fenix 7. The difference lies in the screen. Instead of solar panels, Garmin Epix has an AMOLED screen, sharper than the Fenix 7.
offers further updates.
