In depth comparison and review of Garmin fēnix 6X Sapphire and Garmin Forerunner 30. Compare sizes, functions, displays, batteries and other important specifications and features to easily choose the right smartwatch for you. Our goal is to help you uncover differences between the products and find the watch that will best fit your needs.
GENERAL | Garmin fēnix 6X Sapphire | Garmin Forerunner 30 |
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Product Type | Sport watch | Smart watch |
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Supported Host Device OS | iOS, Android | iOS, Android |
Activity/Sport | - | Running, cycling |
Wearing Style | Watch style | Watch style |
Width | 51 mm | 35.5 mm |
Height | 51 mm | 40.7 mm |
Depth | 14.9 mm | 13.4 mm |
Weight | 66 g | 37.3 g |
Body Material | Titanium, fibre-reinforced polymer | - |
Protection | Waterproof | Waterproof |
Clock Display | Yes | Yes |
FEATURES | Garmin fēnix 6X Sapphire | Garmin Forerunner 30 |
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Sensors | Accelerometer, barometric altimeter, pulse oximeter, 3-axis compass, optical heart sensor | Accelerometer, heart rate |
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Tracking Data | Distance, calories burned, activity, sleep activity, heart rate, steps taken, blood oxygen saturation | Distance, time, speed, calories burned, sleep activity, heart rate, pace, cadence |
Goal Setting | Yes | Yes |
Features | Bluetooth Smart technology, store & play music, PacePro pace guidance | VO2 max, sunlight readable, HR zones, Move IQ, Garmin Connect compatible, Garmin Elevate, LiveTrack, TrueUp, auto pause, auto lap |
Notifications | SMS, social apps, incoming calls | - |
Vibrating Alert | Yes | Yes |
Feedback Type | - | Vibration alert, visual interface |
Navigation (GPS) | GPS/GLONASS/Galileo receiver | GPS receiver |
CONNECTIVITY | Garmin fēnix 6X Sapphire | Garmin Forerunner 30 |
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Wireless Interface | Bluetooth, Wi-Fi, ANT+ | Bluetooth |
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DISPLAY | Garmin fēnix 6X Sapphire | Garmin Forerunner 30 |
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Type | Memory-in-Pixel LCD - colour - transflective | Memory-in-Pixel LCD - monochrome - transflective |
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Resolution | 280 x 280 pixels | 128 x 128 pixels |
Screen Size | 1.4" | 0.93" |
Dimensions (WxH) | - | 23.5 mm x 23.4 mm |
Screen Protection | Sapphire glass | - |
CASE | Garmin fēnix 6X Sapphire | Garmin Forerunner 30 |
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Crystal Type | - | Chemically strengthened glass |
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Case Shape | Round | Rounded square |
Case Details | Carbon grey DLC | Black |
BAND | Garmin fēnix 6X Sapphire | Garmin Forerunner 30 |
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Band Type | Band | Strap |
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Fits Wrist with Circumference | 127-210 mm | 140-200 mm |
Clasp Type | Buckle | Buckle |
Band Material | Silicone | Silicone |
Band Colour | Black | Slate grey |
STORAGE | Garmin fēnix 6X Sapphire | Garmin Forerunner 30 |
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Storage Capacity | 32 GB | - |
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BATTERY | Garmin fēnix 6X Sapphire | Garmin Forerunner 30 |
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Technology | Lithium Ion | - |
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Battery Life | - | 5 day(s) |
Battery Life Details | Smartwatch mode - up to 9 days GPS mode - up to 60 hour(s) Max Battery GPS Mode - up to 120 hour(s) Expedition GPS Mode - up to 46 days Battery Saver Watch Mode - up to 80 days GPS with Music mode - up to 15 hour(s) |
GPS mode - up to 8 hour(s) Smartwatch mode - up to 5 days |
Rechargeable Battery | Yes | Yes |
MISCELLANEOUS | Garmin fēnix 6X Sapphire | Garmin Forerunner 30 |
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Included Accessories | Charging/data cable | Charging cable |
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Preloaded Software | - | Stopwatch, Calendar, Alarm, Timer, Find My Phone, Garmion Connect IQ |
Max Depth of Water Resistance | 100 m | 50 m |
Warranty | 1-year warranty | 2-year warranty |