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Garmin Fenix 5S / 5 / 5X
The Fenix 5 range was released in 2017. The 5S (left) is the smaller model and 5X (right) is the larger model.
There is a Sapphire edition and regular edition of the Fenix 5 + 5S, but only Sapphire edition of the Fenix 5X.
Aside from the non-scratch glass (in theory) the main difference is the Sapphire models have WiFi, whilst the regular models do not.
Details about the Fenix 5S + Fenix 5 + Fenix 5X can still be found on the Garmin website, plus the manual.
Tips
- Please read the general guidance for all users of smart / sports watches.
- Change the data recording interval to “every second”. The default is “smart” and is unsuitable for speed sailing.
- Export the session in the .FIT format in the Garmin Connect app. Do this using the “original” format.
- Try installing the GPSTC data fields by TBWonder to monitor your best 2s, 10s, 5 x 10s, 1852m, alpha 500m and hour.
Specifications
| Item | Details |
|---|---|
| Logging | 1 Hz when recording interval is set to “every second” |
| Memory | TBC |
| Battery | 14 h (Fenix 5S) / 24 h (Fenix 5) / 40 h (Fenix 5X) |
| Charging | Custom USB cable |
| Download | Export from Garmin Connect |
| Best Format | FIT |
| Other Formats | GPX + TCX |
| GPS chipset | MediaTek MT3333 |
| Additional Logging | No |
| Approved for GP3S | No |
| Approved for GPSTC | No |