Battery life and sensors are the same. The fenix costs almost twice as much - what for?
Short answer
Garmin fenix 8 43mm - 32 GB with maps, 1.3" 416×416, 10 ATM. Garmin Venu 4 41mm - light (33 g) and almost half the price.
Key differences
| Spec | Garmin fenix 8 43mm AMOLED | Garmin Venu 4 41mm |
|---|---|---|
| Display | 1.3", AMOLED, 416×416 | 1.2", AMOLED, 390×390 |
| Memory | 32 GB | 8 GB |
| Battery life | up to 10 days | up to 10 days |
| Connectivity | Bluetooth, ANT+, Wi-Fi | Bluetooth, ANT+, Wi-Fi |
| Navigation | GPS, GLONASS, Galileo, QZSS, BeiDou | GPS, GLONASS, Galileo, QZSS, BeiDou |
| NFC | yes | yes |
| Sensors | heart rate, barometer, compass, gyroscope, temperature | heart rate, barometer, compass, gyroscope, temperature |
| Protection | 10 ATM | 5 ATM |
| Compatibility | iPhone, Android | iPhone, Android |
| Dimensions, weight | 43×43×13.8 mm | 41×41×12 mm, 33 g |
| Price | current prices | current prices |
Specs come from the device pages on Smartphone.ua.
What's the same
Up to 10 days, NFC, Wi-Fi, barometer, temperature.
Storage
32 vs 8 GB - only the fenix has topo maps.
Protection
10 vs 5 ATM.
Verdict: who should buy which
- Maps and hiking - Garmin fenix 8 43mm.
- Everyday style and price - Garmin Venu 4 41mm.
FAQ
Do they work with an iPhone?
Yes.
How thick are they?
13.8 and 12 mm.
Which is cheaper?
The Venu 4 41mm.