Garmin fēnix 8 43mm Silver
Score: 86/100
OnePlus Watch 3
Score: 87/100Rankings
The OnePlus Watch 3 delivers a premium design with a 1.5-inch LTPO AMOLED screen, dual-engine performance, and up to five days of battery life. Its large 47.6 mm case and limited color choices may deter users with smaller wrists. Perfect for fitness enthusiasts who need long endurance and advanced health tracking on Android.
The Garmin fēnix 8 43 mm AMOLED is a premium multisport GPS smartwatch offering a compact case, vibrant display, and on-wrist calling. Its reduced battery life with always-on display and lack of solar charging are notable trade-offs. Best for athletes with smaller wrists who need rugged features without the bulk of larger models.
| Attribute | | |
|---|---|---|
240 hoursbest | 120 hours | |
33.02 mm | 38.1 mmbest | |
| ↓ lower better | 66 g | 49.7 gbest |
— | 32 GBbest |
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| Attribute | | |
|---|---|---|
Build & Design(1) | ||
Weight (g) | 66 g | 49.7 g |
Battery & Power(1) | ||
Battery Life (hours) | 240 hours | 120 hours |
Display(2) | ||
Display Size (mm) | 33.02 mm | 38.1 mm |
Display Type | AMOLED | LTPO AMOLED |
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Professional reviewers commend the fēnix 8 43mm AMOLED for delivering a premium, compact multisport experience with a vivid AMOLED screen, robust sensor suite, and useful on-wrist calling and flashlight features. However, they caution that the trade-off for its small size is reduced battery life and the absence of solar charging.
Everyday users celebrate the watch's lightweight feel, sharp display, and dependable activity tracking, especially appreciating the convenience of on-wrist calls and the flashlight. Recurring criticisms focus on the shorter battery life when the display is always on and the limited screen real estate, with a few noting the higher price tag.
Professional reviewers commend the OnePlus Watch 3 for its innovative dual-engine architecture, impressive 5-day battery life, bright 2200-nit display, and the newly added functional digital crown. They view the health sensor suite and dual-frequency GPS as strong additions, while noting the large 47.6 mm case and limited color options as drawbacks for certain users.
Everyday users repeatedly praise the Watch 3's long battery life, comprehensive health tracking, premium design, and smooth Wear OS experience. Common concerns revolve around the watch's sizable case, limited color selection, and the need for careful handling of its high-end materials.
“excellent GPS accuracy”
“high-quality, enjoyable watch to wear 24/7.”
“approximately 12-13 days of practical use before requiring a charge”
