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Garmin Fenix 8 Solar Multisport GPS Smartwatch

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Fenix 8 Solar | 47 and 51 mm

Garmin Fenix 8 Solar Multisport GPS Smartwatch

The Garmin Fenix 8 Solar Multisport GPS Smartwatch is an outdoor smartwatch that charges through a Power Sapphire solar lens, with a titanium bezel and a dive rating. The 47 mm lasts up to 28 days in smartwatch mode with solar charging, and the 51 mm up to 48 days. The solar figures assume all-day wear with 3 hours a day outside in 50,000 lux conditions. Hikers on a week-long hut-to-hut route keep topping up the battery with every hour spent outside. Carbon gray DLC titanium and titanium with an amp yellow and graphite band are the finishes in each size.

The Fenix 8 Solar multisport GPS smartwatch is built for serious athletes and outdoor adventurers who want to push beyond their limits. It features a solar charged display (1.3 in. at 47 mm, 1.4 in. at 51 mm) with scratch-resistant sapphire lens, durable titanium bezel and built-in LED flashlight for after-dark visibility. A built-in speaker and mic enable you to make and take calls from your wrist when your watch is paired to your smartphone. Power up your body's performance, endurance and resistance to injury with targeted strength training plans and a full range of sport-specific workouts.

Performance insights help manage your exertion and build stamina, while training readiness features show how much recovery time you need between workouts, based on 24/7 health and wellness monitoring of heart rate, respiration, stress, sleep and more (data presented is intended to be a close estimation of metrics tracked). Take to the trails with built-in ABC sensors and preloaded TopoActive maps.

The dynamic round-trip routing feature helps simplify the planning of your runs or rides, letting you set your target distance and receive turn-by-turn directions that adjust to get you back to your start on schedule. Enjoy extended off-grid adventures with solar power providing up to 92 hours (47 mm) or 149 hours (51 mm) of battery life in GPS mode. Both figures assume continuous use for the entire period in 50,000 lux conditions. Plus, a 40-meter dive rating and leakproof metal buttons let you reach new depths of adventure. Other features include Garmin Pay contactless payments (with a supported country and payment network), smart notifications (compatible smartphone required), music storage (subscription may be required) and more.

DEPTH
15.2 / 15.4
millimeters, by case size
RESOLUTION
260 / 280
pixels across, by size
WEIGHT
80 / 95 g
57 or 67 g case only
LENS
Power Sapphire
solar charging
Touchscreen and buttons Leakproof metal buttons Garmin Messenger app
Garmin Fenix 8 Solar, a watch face on the sunlight-visible MIP screen

Power from daylight

How it works

Sunlight-visible display
The screen is a memory-in-pixel (MIP) display, which stays readable in direct sunlight, and it takes touch as well as button presses.
Body Battery
Body Battery, an estimate of your energy reserves through the day, points to the best times for activity and rest on a long trip.
Dive-rated build
Leakproof inductive buttons and a metal sensor guard cover sit on a case rated to 10 ATM, and the watch has been tested to U.S. military standards covering thermal, shock and water resistance.
Training readiness
Training readiness, a daily score built from your sleep, recovery and recent training load, is waiting on the watch when you wake.

Plans and days on the move

Key features

Garmin Coach
Adaptive or prebuilt training plans
Daily suggested workouts
A week of sessions that adapt after each run or ride
Recovery time
How long to wait before the next hard workout
Up Ahead
Aid stations in view during a race
NextFork
Trail name and distance to the next intersection
Stress tracking
A calm, balanced or stressful day
Nap detection
Naps tracked or logged on their own
Garmin Pay
Contactless payments with participating providers

Inside the Solar

How to use it

Garmin Fenix 8 Solar, the 47 mm case and silicone band
Sizes

Choosing 47 or 51 mm

The 47 mm measures 47 x 47 x 15.2 mm, and the 51 mm measures 51 x 51 x 15.4 mm; both use a fiber-reinforced polymer case with a metal rear cover.

  • 47 mm silicone band: wrists of 125 to 208 mm, 22 mm QuickFit included
  • 51 mm silicone band: wrists of 127 to 210 mm, 26 mm QuickFit included
  • UltraFit band reach: 215 mm at 47 mm, 225 mm at 51 mm
Garmin Fenix 8 Solar, the optical sensor on the case back
Heart

Heart data at the wrist

The Garmin Elevate wrist heart rate monitor samples throughout the day, and the Garmin ECG app is capable of recording an ECG similar to a Lead I ECG. The ECG app is not available in all regions and is for adults aged 22 years and over.

  • Pulse Ox blood oxygen saturation while awake or asleep
  • Sleep coach with a nightly sleep score
  • Health snapshot, a 2-minute record you can share
Garmin Fenix 8 Solar, a topographic map on the MIP display
Maps

TopoActive maps from day one

TopoActive maps with relief shading come preloaded, so your first route needs no map download.

  • Multi-band GPS, which receives more than one frequency from each satellite
  • SkiView maps for more than 2,000 resorts and CourseView maps for more than 43,000 golf courses
  • Outdoor Maps+ satellite imagery with a subscription
  • Courses with turn-by-turn directions

Fenix 8 Solar on film

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Solar or AMOLED

How it compares

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Garmin Fenix 8 43mm AMOLED Multisport GPS Smartwatch
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1.3 in. AMOLED Up to 10 days smartwatch LED flashlight
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Garmin Fenix 8 47mm, AMOLED multisport watch with a black band
Garmin Fenix 8 47mm AMOLED Multisport GPS Smartwatch
AMOLED multisport watch with a speaker, mic and LED flashlight.
1.4 in. AMOLED Up to 16 days smartwatch Dive-rated to 40 m
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Garmin Fenix 8 51mm, AMOLED multisport watch on a 26 mm band
Garmin Fenix 8 51mm AMOLED Multisport GPS Smartwatch
The largest Fenix 8 AMOLED case, styled for larger wrists.
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Garmin Fenix 8 Solar, multisport watch with a solar lens
Garmin Fenix 8 Solar Multisport GPS Smartwatch
Sunlight-visible display under a Power Sapphire solar charging lens, 47 or 51 mm.
Power Sapphire solar lens 47 or 51 mm LED flashlight
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Fenix 8 Solar

Frequently asked questions

The Fenix 8 Solar smartwatch in your chosen size, 47 mm or 51 mm, plus a charging/data cable and documentation.
On the 47 mm, GPS only rises from 67 hours to up to 92 hours with solar, all satellite systems from 48 to 59 hours and multi-band from 37 to 43 hours. On the 51 mm, the same modes go from 95 to 149 hours, 68 to 92 hours and 52 to 65 hours. The solar figures assume use in 50,000 lux conditions.
Yes. The MIP display takes touch input alongside the buttons, at 260 x 260 pixels on the 47 mm and 280 x 280 on the 51 mm.
Yes. Scuba and apnea dive activities go as deep as 40 m. The diving features of this device are for use by certified divers only. This device should not be used as a sole dive computer.
Yes. The built-in LED flashlight has variable light intensities and a red safety light, and strobe mode can match your running cadence.
Yes, with iPhone and Android smartphones through the Garmin Connect app. Calls, smart notifications and safety and tracking features need the watch paired with your compatible smartphone.
Yes. Targeted strength plans and sport-specific workouts are built in, and animated cardio, strength, yoga and Pilates workouts play on the screen.
Garmin backs it with a one-year limited warranty from the date of purchase against defects in materials or workmanship, and Garmin repairs or replaces defective components.
  • Display type: Sunlight-visible, transflective memory-in-pixel (MIP), touchscreen, solar charging
  • Display size: 47 mm: 1.3 in. (33.00 mm); 51 mm: 1.4 in. (35.56 mm)
  • Display resolution: 47 mm: 260 x 260 pixels; 51 mm: 280 x 280 pixels
  • Lens material: Power Sapphire
  • Bezel material: Titanium
  • Case material: Fiber-reinforced polymer with metal rear cover
  • Strap material: Silicone
  • QuickFit watch band: 47 mm: included (22 mm); 51 mm: included (26 mm)
  • Unit width x height x depth: 47 mm: 47 x 47 x 15.2 mm; 51 mm: 51 x 51 x 15.4 mm
  • Unit weight: 47 mm: 80 g (case only: 57 g); 51 mm: 95 g (case only: 67 g)
  • Fits wrists: 47 mm: silicone 125-208 mm, UltraFit 125-215 mm, leather 132-210 mm, metal 132-215 mm; 51 mm: silicone 127-210 mm, UltraFit 127-225 mm, leather 135-213 mm, metal 135-225 mm
  • Water rating: 10 ATM
  • Dive rating: 40 m maximum operating depth (scuba and apnea)
  • Buttons: Leakproof inductive buttons
  • Built-in speaker and microphone: Yes
  • LED flashlight: Yes
  • Battery type: Rechargeable internal lithium-ion
  • Battery life, 47 mm: Smartwatch: up to 21 days / 28 days with solar; battery saver watch mode: up to 34 days / 58 days with solar; GPS only: up to 67 hrs / 92 hrs with solar; all satellite systems: up to 48 hrs / 59 hrs with solar; all satellite systems + multi-band: up to 37 hrs / 43 hrs with solar; all satellite systems + music: up to 13 hrs; max battery GPS: up to 132 hrs / 283 hrs with solar; expedition GPS: up to 34 days / 58 days with solar
  • Battery life, 51 mm: Smartwatch: up to 30 days / 48 days with solar; battery saver watch mode: up to 48 days / 107 days with solar; GPS only: up to 95 hrs / 149 hrs with solar; all satellite systems: up to 68 hrs / 92 hrs with solar; all satellite systems + multi-band: up to 52 hrs / 65 hrs with solar; all satellite systems + music: up to 18 hrs; max battery GPS: up to 186 hrs / 653 hrs with solar; expedition GPS: up to 50 days / 118 days with solar
  • Solar conditions: Day figures assume all-day wear with 3 hours per day outside in 50,000 lux conditions; hour figures assume use in 50,000 lux conditions; multi-band figures also assume typical use with SatIQ technology
  • Charging method: Garmin proprietary plug charger
  • Memory capacity: 32 GB
  • Sensors: GPS, GLONASS, Galileo, QZSS, BeiDou, SatIQ technology, Garmin Elevate wrist heart rate monitor, Pulse Ox blood oxygen saturation monitor, barometric altimeter, compass, gyroscope, accelerometer, thermometer, ambient light sensor, depth sensor (to 40 m)
  • Connectivity: Bluetooth, ANT+, Wi-Fi
  • Smartphone compatibility: iPhone, Android
  • Maps: Preloaded TopoActive maps, SkiView ski resort maps and golf course maps
  • Multisport GPS smartwatch for athletes and adventurers with a solar charged display (1.3 in. at 47 mm, 1.4 in. at 51 mm) under a scratch-resistant sapphire lens, a durable titanium bezel and a built-in LED flashlight for after-dark visibility
  • Battery performance: up to 28 days (47 mm) or 48 days (51 mm) of battery life in smartwatch mode with solar charging (assumes all-day wear with 3 hours per day outside in 50,000 lux conditions) and up to 92 hours (47 mm) or 149 hours (51 mm) in GPS mode with solar charging (assumes continuous use for entire period in 50,000 lux conditions), all with an always-on display, so you're ready to take on the toughest challenges
  • Power up your body's performance, endurance and resistance to injury with targeted strength training plans, real-time stamina tracking, sport-specific workouts and a full range of built-in sports apps
  • Your training readiness score is based on sleep quality, recovery, training load and HRV status to determine if you're primed to go hard and reap the rewards (data presented is intended to be a close estimation of metrics tracked)
  • For your active lifestyle, a built-in speaker and mic let you make and take phone calls from your wrist when your watch is paired to your smartphone, and you can even use your smartphone's voice assistant to respond to text messages and more
  • Off-grid voice command feature lets you access select watch controls even without a smartphone connection
  • Navigate the outdoors with superior positioning accuracy, thanks to multi-band GPS with SatIQ technology plus built-in sensors for 3-axis compass, gyroscope and barometric altimeter
  • Dynamic round-trip routing feature helps add variety to your workouts, letting you set your target distance and receive turn-by-turn directions that adjust to get you back to your start on schedule
  • 40-meter dive rating and leakproof metal buttons let you reach new depths with support for scuba and apnea dive activities
  • 24/7 health and wellness monitoring with wrist-based heart rate, sleep monitoring, respiration tracking, Pulse Ox and more (data presented is intended to be a close estimation of metrics tracked; Pulse Ox not available in all countries). The Garmin ECG app is capable of recording an ECG similar to a Lead I ECG and can detect the presence of atrial fibrillation or normal sinus rhythm (not available in all regions; for adults aged 22 years and over).
  • Explore new vistas with preloaded TopoActive maps with relief shading, plus built-in maps for thousands of golf courses and ski resorts worldwide
  • Enjoy everyday wearability, and live connected with smart notifications (when paired with your compatible smartphone), music storage (subscription may be required), Garmin Pay contactless payments (with a supported country and payment network) and more
  • Thermal- and shock-resistant to MIL-STD 810, the watch features a metal sensor guard cover to protect essential sensors from damage and wear during your toughest adventures
  • Endurance Score: Using your VO2 max, training loads and other factors, this feature helps gauge your ability to sustain prolonged effort.
  • Visual Race Predictor: Get an estimate of what your pace could be for a 5K, 10K, half-marathon and marathon.
  • PacePro Technology: Plan race-day strategy with GPS-based pace guidance for a selected course or distance.
  • ClimbPro Feature: See real-time information on your current and upcoming climbs on downloaded courses.
  • Grade-Adjusted Pace: Get your equivalent running pace at the same effort on flat ground or when ascending.
  • Training Readiness: From the moment you wake up, get a readiness score based on your sleep quality, recovery, training load and more, so you can determine if it's a good day to go hard, or take it easy.
  • Training Status: Get insight, and see if you're training productively, peaking or strained.
  • Performance Metrics: Gauge your performance with training metrics such as VO2 max, training load and more.
  • Multisport Auto Transition: This feature detects sport changes between swim, bike and run in multisport activities, so you can focus on the race and let your watch take care of recording splits.
  • Hill Score: Measure your capability for running uphill, and evaluate your progress over time based on your VO2 max and training history.
  • Daily Suggested Workouts: View your entire week of daily suggested workouts, which adapt after every run or ride.
  • Recovery Time: Know how long you need to recover before your next high-effort workout based on your latest training.
  • Race Widget: Prepare for your next race with training tips, personalized daily suggested workouts and more.
  • Wrist-Based Running Dynamics: View running metrics such as cadence, stride length, ground contact time and more.
  • Garmin Coach: Prepare for your next race, train for a milestone, or simply improve your fitness with Garmin Coach adaptive or prebuilt training plans.
  • Morning Report: Get a customizable overview of your sleep, training outlook, HRV status, weather and more as soon as you wake up.
  • HRV Status: Gain a better understanding of your overall health, recovery, and training performance while you sleep.
  • Wrist-Based Heart Rate: The watch constantly samples your heart rate to help you gauge how hard you work during activities.
  • Garmin ECG App: The Garmin ECG app is capable of recording an ECG similar to a Lead I ECG and can detect the presence of atrial fibrillation or normal sinus rhythm (not available in all regions; for adults aged 22 years and over).
  • Pulse Ox Sensor: Track your blood oxygen saturation while you're awake or asleep. This is not a medical device and is not intended for use in the diagnosis or monitoring of any medical condition. Pulse Ox is not available in all countries.
  • Sleep Coach: Get a sleep score and personalized coaching for how much sleep you need. Track sleep stages, and get insights to improve sleep quality.
  • Nap Detection: Automatically track or log your naps to see how they benefit your body and to check the recommended time and duration they should be.
  • Jet Lag Adviser: Help to minimize the effects of jet lag with guidance on light exposure, sleep schedule, and exercise.
  • Body Battery Energy Monitoring: Track your body's energy levels to find the best times for activity and rest.
  • Stress Tracking: See if you're having a calm, balanced, or stressful day.
  • Health Snapshot Feature: Log a 2-minute session to record key health stats, then generate a report to share with your health care provider.
  • Respiration Tracking: See how you're breathing throughout the day and night.
  • Hydration Tracking: Log your daily fluid intake as a reminder to stay hydrated.
  • Altitude and Heat Acclimation: See how you're holding up to the current elevation or heat based on your health metrics.
  • Women's Health Tracking: Track and log your menstrual cycle or pregnancy to get exercise and nutrition education. The menstrual cycle tracking feature should not be used in support of conception, contraception or birth control. This is not a medical device and is not intended for use in the diagnosis or monitoring of any medical condition.
  • Track Your Activities: Use preloaded activity profiles to get data and insight from your active pursuits. Even track team sport activities such as soccer, football, racquet sports, and more.
  • Recreational Diving: A 40-meter dive rating and leakproof metal buttons let you reach new depths with support for scuba and apnea dive activities.
  • HIIT Workouts: Track your HIIT workouts, including AMRAP, EMOM, Tabata, or custom workouts.
  • Animated Workouts: Follow animated workouts for cardio, strength, yoga, and Pilates on the watch screen.
  • Backcountry Ski and Snowboard: Get ascent and descent data along with metrics such as cadence, stride length, and grade.
  • XC Ski Power: Measure exercise load when paired with an HRM-Pro Plus chest strap (sold separately).
  • Surf Activity: Record waves surfed, maximum speed reached, distance traveled, and more. Use Surfline Sessions technology to capture video of waves you ride in front of a Surfline camera.
  • MTB Dynamics: Track the details of your ride with specialized Grit and Flow measurements.
  • Outdoor Maps+: Subscribe to Outdoor Maps+ for added mapping content, such as satellite imagery and topographic maps, downloaded directly to your watch.
  • SatIQ Technology: Get superior positioning accuracy with multi-band GPS while optimizing battery life.
  • ABC Sensors: Navigate your next trail with an altimeter, barometer, and 3-axis electronic compass.
  • Multicontinent Topo Maps: TopoActive maps from around the world keep your explorations on track. Download additional maps via Wi-Fi connectivity.
  • NextFork Map Guide: Navigate with a quick glance, and see the distance to the next intersection and the trail name.
  • Up Ahead Feature: Get at-a-glance awareness for selected POI checkpoints ahead, such as aid stations, during a race.
  • Courses with Turn-by-Turn Directions: Create or find existing courses in the Garmin Connect smart-device app, or sync from your favorite third-party platforms and get turn-by-turn directions.
  • SkiView Maps: View run names and difficulty ratings for more than 2,000 preloaded ski resorts worldwide.
  • Golf Course Maps: Get preloaded full-color CourseView maps for more than 43,000 golf courses around the world.
  • Garmin Connect App: See your health and fitness information, connect with friends, and more.
  • Garmin Messenger App: Communicate via two-way text messaging on your wrist (both the sender and the receiver need the Garmin Messenger app on their paired smartphones).
  • Smart Notifications: Receive emails, texts, and alerts on your smartwatch when paired with your compatible iPhone or Android smartphone.
  • Music: Download songs plus playlists from your Spotify, Deezer, or Amazon Music accounts for phone-free listening (subscription may be required).
  • Garmin Pay Contactless Payments: Breeze through store lines or transit systems with participating providers.
  • Garmin Share: Easily share saved locations, courses, and workouts with friends' compatible Garmin devices.
  • Safety and Tracking Features: If you feel unsafe or if your watch senses an incident, it will send a message with your live location (when paired with your compatible smartphone).
  • Stocks Tracker: Keep track of up to 50 of your favorite stocks, right from your wrist.
  • Connect IQ Store: Add watch faces, data fields, and apps from your paired smartphone.
  • Power Manager: View how various settings and sensors impact your watch's battery life.
  • Fenix 8 (47 mm or 51 mm, Solar) smartwatch
  • Charging/data cable
  • Documentation



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