Garmin Fenix 8 and Epix 2 Pro are two high-end multisport GPS watches from Garmin. Both offer a wide range of features for athletes and adventurers, but there are some key differences between the two models.
Proiectați și Construiți
Fenixul 8 is available in a 47mm size with an AMOLED screen, while the Epix 2 Pro is also available in a 47mm size but with a Sapphire lens. Fenixul 8 has a slightly thinner design compared to the Epix 2 Pro. Both watches are built to withstand harsh conditions and are water-resistant up to 100 metri.
Fenixul 8 measures 47 x 47 x 13.8mm and weighs 80g in stainless steel or 73g in titanium. The Epix 2 Pro is slightly thicker and a bit lighter, măsurare 47 x 47 x 14.5mm and weighing 70g (case only: 47g).
Caracteristici
Fenixul 8 features leak-proof inductive buttons, a built-in speaker/microphone with support for Bluetooth calling and offline voice assistant, a 1.4-inch screen with a resolution of 454 x 454 pixeli, and a slightly longer battery life than the Epix 2 Pro. It also offers QZSS/BEIDOU connectivity, a depth sensor for scuba diving, Garmin Share, Workout Advantage, and a course and weather-specific race predictor.
The Epix 2 Pro does not have leak-proof inductive buttons or a built-in speaker/microphone, but it does have a Sapphire screen, which is more scratch-resistant than the AMOLED screen on the Fenix 8. It also offers a slightly longer battery life in some modes.
Durata de viață a bateriei
The battery life of both the Fenix 8 and Epix 2 Pro depends on how you use the watch. In smartwatch mode with always-on display, Fenixul 8 can last up to 16 zile, while the Epix 2 Pro can last up to 16 zile. In GPS mode, Fenixul 8 can last up to 47 ore, while the Epix 2 Pro can last up to 42 ore.
Preţ
Fenixul 8 are prețul la 999.99 euro, while the Epix 2 Pro is slightly more affordable at 949.99 euro. This difference in price is likely due to the difference in screen technology and the new features of Finex 8.
Garmin Fenix 8 VS Epix Pro Gen 2 Comparație specificații
| Dispozitiv | Garmin Fenix 8 ¨C 47mm, Amoled | Epix Pro (Gen 2) ¨C Sapphire ¨C 47mm |
|---|---|---|
| Materialul carcasei | Fiber-reinforced polymer with metal rear cover | Fiber-reinforced polymer with metal rear cover |
| Dimensiune | 48.6 x 48.6 x 13.4 mm | 47 x 47 x 14.5 mm |
| Greutate | Oţel inoxidabil: 80g (case only 59g) Titan: 73g (case only 52g) |
70g (case only: 47g) |
| Leak-proof inductive buttons | Da | NU |
| Impermeabil | 100 metri | 100 metri |
| Afişa | 1.4-Display AMOLED inch | 1.3-Display AMOLED inch |
| Rezoluția ecranului | 454 x 454 pixeli | 416 x 416 pixeli |
| Built-in speaker/microphone | Yes with support for bluetooth calling and offline voice assistant | NU |
| QZSS/BEIDOU connectivity | Da | NU |
| Depozitare | 32GB | 32GB |
| Apelare Bluetooth | Da | NU |
| Depth sensor | Da (up to 40m), support for scuba diving | NU |
| Garmin Share | Da | NU |
| Mod multi-sport | Da
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Da
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| Workout Advantage (Training feature) | Da | NU |
| Aplicație | Aplicația Garmin | Aplicația Garmin |
| Course and weather-specific race predictor | Da | NU |
| Durata de viață a bateriei | Ceas inteligent: Până la 16 zile (7 days always on) Watch mode with battery saving mode: Până la 23 zile GPS only: Până la 47 ore (37 hours always on) All satellite systems: Până la 38 ore (30 hours always on) All satellite systems + multiband: Până la 35 ore (28 hours always on)* All satellite systems and music: Până la 10 ore Maximum battery life in GPS mode: Până la 81 ore GPS in expedition mode: Până la 17 zile *In normal use with SatIQ technology |
Ceas inteligent: Până la 16 zile (6 days always on) Watch mode with battery saving mode: Până la 21 zile GPS only: Până la 42 ore (30 hours always on) All satellite systems: Până la 32 ore (24 hours always on) All satellite systems + multi-band: Până la 20 ore (15 hours always on) All satellite systems and music: Până la 10 ore Maximum battery life in GPS mode: Până la 75 ore GPS in expedition mode: până la 14 zile |
| Preţ | 999.99 euro | 949.99 euro |
Concluzie
Both the Garmin Fenix 8 and Epix 2 Pro are excellent multisport GPS watches with a wide range of features. Fenixul 8 offers a slightly larger screen, built-in speaker/microphone, and leak-proof inductive buttons. The Epix 2 Pro is slightly more affordable and has a Sapphire screen. În cele din urmă, the best choice for you will depend on your specific needs and preferences.
