Garmin Instinct 3 AMOLED: The powerful GPS sports watch with a vibrant colour display. The Garmin Instinct 3 AMOLED is the watch for adventure seekers who don't want to compromise on performance and style. With its vibrant colour display and rugged design, it's ready for any outdoor adventure, whether on the trail or in the water. GPS-based functions, precise fitness measurements and incline measurement help you to push your limits further and further. Experience your challenges with a watch that is robust and always supports you with clear data.
Operating system compatibility | Android, iOS |
Smartwatch functions | Alarm clock, Altimeters, Compass, Datebooks, Find my phone, Smart notifications, Weather |
Health functions | Cycle protocol, Heart rate monitoring, Pedometer, Respiratory rate, Sleep recording, Stress levels |
Activities | Cycling, Diving, Fitness, Golf, Hiking, Mountain bike, Running, Skiing, Surfing, Swimming, Tennis, Trail running, Triathlon, Yoga |
Wristband material | Silicone |
Case material | Fiber-reinforced polymer |
Item number | 53970163 |
Manufacturer | Garmin |
Category | Smartwatches |
Manufacturer No. | 010-02936-00 |
Release date | 12.1.2025 |
Sales rank in Category Smartwatches | 101 of 3318 |
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Exact colour description | Black |
Watch type | Smartwatch |
Durability | Waterproof (10 ATM) |
Protection type (IP code) | Waterproof |
Operating system | Garmin |
Operating system compatibility | Android, iOS |
Smartwatch functions | Alarm clock, Altimeters, Compass, Datebooks, Find my phone, Smart notifications, Weather |
Health functions | Cycle protocol, Heart rate monitoring, Pedometer, Respiratory rate, Sleep recording, Stress levels |
Activities | Cycling, Diving, Fitness, Golf, Hiking, Mountain bike, Running, Skiing, Surfing, Swimming, Tennis, Trail running, Triathlon, Yoga |
Payment service | Garmin Pay |
Sensors | Accelerometer, Ambient light sensor, Compass, Gyro sensor, Pulse Oximeter |
Localisation technology | Compass, Connected GPS, Galileo, GLONASS, GPS |
Time display | Digital |
Display | OLED |
Display technology | AMOLED |
Display size (inches) | 1.20" |
Image resolution | 390 x 390 pixels |
Wristband colour | Black |
Wristband material | Silicone |
Strap width | 22 mm |
Web width | 45 mm |
Strap description | Sports bracelet |
Strap fastener | Buckle |
Case colour | Black |
Case material | Fiber-reinforced polymer |
Glass | Hardened glass |
Shape of watch | Round |
Case diameter | 45 mm |
Case thickness | 14.90 mm |
Case material | Aluminium, Polymer |
Connectivity | ANT+, Bluetooth |
Storage capacity | 4 GB |
Power supply | Rechargeable battery operated |
Battery life (without GPS) | 18 Days |
Runtime (in GPS mode) | 1.33 Days |
Standby time | 576 h |
Battery type | Lithium |
Battery life | 18 Days |
Country of origin | China |
CO₂ emissions | 5.73 kg |
Climate contribution | CHF 0.13 |
Scope of delivery | Battery charger, Instruction manual |
Weight | 53 g |
Length | 11.80 cm |
Width | 10.20 cm |
Height | 7.30 cm |
Weight | 176 g |
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