Garmin Instinct 3 AMOLED vs Suunto Race
Garmin Instinct 3 AMOLED
Garmin
8.2
Excellent
Suunto Race
Suunto
8
Excellent
What Reviewers Agree On
- AMOLED display is a massive upgrade over previous Instinct MIP screens
- Solar model offers near-unlimited battery life with sufficient sunlight
- Full Garmin training metrics at a lower price than Fenix
- Built-in LED flashlight is genuinely useful for outdoor activities
- MIL-STD-810 and 10ATM durability — built like a tank
Deal Breakers
- No offline maps on any Instinct 3 model — notable limitation for trail navigation
What Reviewers Agree On
- Excellent AMOLED display (1.43", 466x466, 1,000 nits)
Pros & Cons
Garmin Instinct 3 AMOLED
Pros
- AMOLED display is a massive upgrade over previous Instinct MIP screens
- Solar model offers near-unlimited battery life with sufficient sunlight
- Full Garmin training metrics at a lower price than Fenix
- Built-in LED flashlight is genuinely useful for outdoor activities
- MIL-STD-810 and 10ATM durability — built like a tank
Cons
- No offline maps on any Instinct 3 model — notable limitation for trail navigation
Detailed Comparison
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