Fenix 5X Resolution

Former Member over 5 years ago

I was so pumped to get a Fenix 5x for Christmas - it was the watch I truly wanted, but couldn't afford. Still learning a lot about this - so many features! Was disappointed, though, at the dim, washed out display. Understanding that this is intentional in order to save battery life, still I am surprised at the poor display in this era (especially as compared to the ads, the packaging, etc.) and no mention of why in the manuals.

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jim_m_58 over 5 years ago +1

This is a better question for the fenix 5 product forum:https://forums.garmin.com/outdoor-recreation/outdoor-recreation/f/fenix-5-series

Garmin uses MIP (Memory in Pixel) displays on watches except the…

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jim_m_58 over 5 years ago

This is a better question for the fenix 5 product forum:https://forums.garmin.com/outdoor-recreation/outdoor-recreation/f/fenix-5-series

Garmin uses MIP (Memory in Pixel) displays on watches except the venu and venu SQ, and while they might look a bit bland indoor and under low light, try it in bright sun. MIP is why the battery life is good with a display that's always on.

flowstate over 5 years ago

I agree with Jim. It's like trying to compare a Kindle display to an iPad. Nobody would say the Kindle looks "better", but the Kindle is actually better for its intended purpose -- reading. Garmin's displays aren't impressive but they're better for the purpose of having an always-on display that's readable in sunlight.

If the iPad display was superior for all use cases, then clearly Kindles wouldn't exist as there would be no market. Same with Garmin sportswatch displays -- they would all be AMOLED or we'd all be using Apple Watches.

Former Member over 5 years ago

Saw it in outdoor light today - much better!