Suunto Race S
Score: 82/100
Amazfit T-Rex 3
Score: 78/100Rankings
The Suunto Race S is a premium multisport GPS watch with a vivid 1,000-nit AMOLED screen, long battery life and extensive offline maps. Its size, weight and occasional touchscreen issues may deter users seeking a lightweight daily watch. Best for endurance athletes who prioritize display quality and navigation over ultra-light ergonomics.
The Amazfit T-Rex 3 is a rugged outdoor smartwatch featuring a 27-day battery, dual-band GPS with offline maps, and a 2000-nit AMOLED screen. Its bulkier case and limited app ecosystem are notable trade-offs. Best suited for hikers, freedivers, and adventure seekers who value durability and navigation over a slim profile.
| Attribute | | |
|---|---|---|
45 hours | 648 hoursbest | |
| ↓ lower better | 60 gbest | 68.3 g |
1.32 inches | 1.5 inchesbest | |
| ↓ lower better | 60 minutesbest | — |
| ↓ lower better | 11.4 mmbest | 13.75 mm |
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| Attribute | | |
|---|---|---|
Battery & Power(1) | ||
Battery Life (hours) | 45 hours | 648 hours |
Connectivity(1) | ||
Bluetooth Version | Supported | 5.0 |
Display(2) | ||
Display Size (inches) | 1.32 inches | 1.5 inches |
Display Resolution | 466x466 | 480 x 480 |
Build & Design(5) | ||
Weight (g) | 60 g | 68.3 g |
Thickness (mm) | 11.4 mm | 13.75 mm |
Case Material | Glass fiber-reinforced polyamide | Polymer |
Strap Material | Silicone | Liquid silicone |
Water Resistance (IP Rating) | 50m | 10 ATM |
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Professional reviewers commend the Suunto Race for its eye-catching 1,000-nit AMOLED display, marathon-length battery life and accurate multi-band GPS, while also noting its weight and bulk, less refined app ecosystem and occasional sensor quirks.
Everyday users love the watch's week-long battery endurance, bright outdoor-readable screen and reliable tracking, but frustrations center on its size, weight, touchscreen hiccups and app sync reliability.
Professional reviewers praise the T-Rex 3's rugged construction, ultra-bright AMOLED screen, long-lasting battery, and premium navigation features like offline maps, while noting that its sport-mode depth and app ecosystem fall short of Garmin's offerings and that the large case may not suit all wrist sizes.
Everyday owners consistently commend the watch's week-long battery endurance, bright display, accurate GPS with offline maps, and dive certification, but they frequently mention the bulkier case, occasional Bluetooth drops, limited app functionality, and the missing USB-C charging cable as pain points.
“1.43" AMOLED touchscreen delivers 1,000 nits brightness and crisp 466x466 resolution, visible even in bright sunlight.”
“At 83 g in stainless steel, the watch is heavier than many ultra-light GPS watches, which may affect comfort.”
Select the Race S if you need a more compact watch for daily wear; stick with the full-size Race for maximum screen size, battery and durability.
