Description
📐 Garmin's thinnest watch ever — a 2-inch edge-to-edge AMOLED display, titanium caseback, sapphire lens, and full topographic maps in a slim 7.9mm profile.
The Garmin Venu X1 is a category-defining premium lifestyle smartwatch, released June 2025. At just 7.9mm thick, it's Garmin's thinnest GPS watch ever — significantly slimmer than the Apple Watch Ultra 2 (14.4mm) or Forerunner 970 (12.9mm). The 2-inch edge-to-edge AMOLED display (390 × 580 pixels) is Garmin's largest screen ever, with peak brightness matching the Forerunner 970 and Fenix 8 Pro. The titanium caseback and scratch-resistant sapphire crystal lens deliver premium materials, while the ComfortFit nylon band keeps total weight to just 40g — extremely comfortable for all-day wear.
Available in three colorways: Black with Slate Titanium (010-02980-00), Moss with Titanium (010-02980-01), and Soft Gold with French Gray Titanium (010-02980-08).
Premium Design
- ✅ Just 7.9mm thick — Garmin's thinnest GPS smartwatch ever
- ✅ 2-inch edge-to-edge AMOLED display — Garmin's largest screen
- ✅ 390 × 580 pixel resolution
- ✅ Scratch-resistant sapphire crystal lens
- ✅ Titanium caseback
- ✅ Polymer body keeps weight low
- ✅ 40g total weight with ComfortFit nylon band
- ✅ Two-button design (touchscreen-first interface)
- ✅ ComfortFit nylon band included (22mm Quick Release)
Performance Features
- ✅ Built-in TopoActive maps — full color, turn-by-turn navigation (rare for the Venu line)
- ✅ Dynamic round-trip routing — enter distance, get suggested loops
- ✅ Built-in LED flashlight with white and red modes, 4 brightness levels
- ✅ Built-in speaker and microphone for phone calls
- ✅ Voice Notes — record voice memos on the watch (Fenix 8 feature)
- ✅ Voice commands (start activity, set timer, etc.)
- ✅ Phone voice assistant access
- ✅ All-systems multi-GNSS GPS (no multi-band)
- ✅ Up to 8 days battery in smartwatch mode
- ✅ Up to 16 hours GPS battery
Health & Training
- ✅ Elevate Gen 5 heart rate sensor
- ✅ HRV Status, Pulse Ox, sleep monitoring with Sleep Coach
- ✅ Body Battery, stress tracking, Health Snapshot
- ✅ Skin temperature overnight tracking
- ✅ Women's health tracking
- ✅ 100+ preloaded sport apps — running, cycling, swimming, golf, strength, triathlon, swimrun, winter sports
- ✅ Training Readiness, Training Status, Endurance Score
- ✅ Hill Score, Performance Condition, Lactate Threshold
- ✅ Real-time stamina, race predictor, daily suggested workouts
- ✅ Garmin Coach training plans (running, cycling, strength)
- ✅ Heat acclimation, multisport activities
- ✅ Strava Live Segments
- ✅ Wrist-based running dynamics
- ✅ Track Run mode
- ✅ Garmin Pay contactless payments
- ✅ Music storage (Spotify, Amazon Music, Deezer)
- ✅ Smart notifications and Garmin Messenger
- ✅ 5 ATM water resistance (50m)
Venu X1 vs. Venu 4 vs. Forerunner 970
The Venu X1 occupies a unique niche. Compared to the Venu 4 ($549.99): bigger 2" rectangular display, thinner 7.9mm vs 11mm, sapphire lens vs Gorilla Glass, titanium caseback, full preloaded maps (Venu 4 lacks maps), Voice Notes feature, but loses multi-band GPS (Venu 4 has it) and shorter battery (8 vs 10-12 days). Compared to the Forerunner 970 ($749.99): same Forerunner-class training metrics and bright display, but thinner/lighter, larger screen, simpler 2-button layout, and lifestyle-first design. Forerunner 970 wins on multi-band GPS, ECG, longer battery (15 days), titanium bezel.
If you've been eyeing the Apple Watch Ultra 2 but want better fitness tracking and longer battery, the Venu X1 is built for you — same launch price, noticeably thinner and lighter design.
Backed by Garmin's 1-year manufacturer warranty and CSO's expert product support. 0% financing available — no credit needed on qualifying purchases.
Frequently Asked Questions
How is the Venu X1 different from the Venu 4?
Different design philosophy. Venu X1 has a rectangular 2" AMOLED edge-to-edge display in a 7.9mm titanium-backed case (Garmin's thinnest GPS watch). Venu 4 has a traditional round case in two sizes with smaller displays. Venu X1 includes built-in TopoActive maps, sapphire crystal lens, and Voice Notes — but lacks multi-band GPS and ECG. Venu 4 has multi-band GPS, ECG, and a brighter Gorilla Glass display but no maps. Venu X1 is $150 more ($699.99 vs $549.99).
Does the Venu X1 have multi-band GPS?
No. The Venu X1 uses all-systems multi-GNSS (GPS, GLONASS, Galileo, BeiDou) but does not support multi-band/dual-frequency tracking. This is the most accurate GPS mode and is standard on the Venu 4, Forerunner 570/970, and Fenix 8. For most users, all-systems GPS is plenty accurate. Multi-band makes the biggest difference in dense urban canyons or under heavy tree cover.
Does the Venu X1 have built-in maps?
Yes. Unlike the Venu 4, the Venu X1 includes preloaded TopoActive maps with full-color turn-by-turn navigation. You can create courses in Garmin Connect, download them to the watch, and navigate with full map detail — not just breadcrumb routing. Dynamic round-trip routing lets you enter a distance and get suggested loops. The 2" display makes maps especially easy to read.
How does the battery life compare to other Garmin watches?
Up to 8 days in smartwatch mode and 16 hours in GPS — significantly less than other Garmin watches because the ultra-thin 7.9mm profile limits battery capacity. The Forerunner 970 (12.9mm) gets 15 days smartwatch / 21 hours GPS. The Fenix 8 (14.7mm) gets up to 29 days. If maximum battery is your top priority, choose the Fenix 8 or Forerunner 970. If thin design and large screen are top priority, the Venu X1 is unmatched.
Is the Venu X1 swimming-rated?
Yes — 5 ATM (50m) water resistance, suitable for pool and open-water swimming. Includes specific swim sport profiles. Not dive-rated like the Fenix 8 or Apple Watch Ultra 2 (those handle 40m+ recreational scuba). For diving capability, look at the Fenix 8 or Garmin Descent series.
Technical Specifications
| Model Numbers | 010-02980-00 (Black/Slate Titanium), 010-02980-01 (Moss/Titanium), 010-02980-08 (Soft Gold/French Gray) |
| Case Size | 41mm × 46mm rectangular |
| Case Thickness | 7.9mm — Garmin's thinnest GPS watch |
| Case Material | Polymer body with titanium caseback |
| Lens | Sapphire crystal |
| Display | 2.0" AMOLED edge-to-edge, 390 × 580 pixels — Garmin's largest |
| Weight | 40g (with ComfortFit nylon band) |
| Buttons | Two (touchscreen-first design) |
| Battery Life (Smartwatch) | Up to 8 days |
| Battery Life (GPS All-Systems) | Up to 14 hours |
| Battery Life (GPS Standard) | Up to 16 hours |
| Water Rating | 5 ATM (50m) |
| GPS | All-systems multi-GNSS (GPS, GLONASS, Galileo, BeiDou) — no multi-band |
| Heart Rate Sensor | Elevate Gen 5 |
| ECG | No (Venu 4 and Forerunner 970 have it) |
| Pulse Ox | Yes |
| Skin Temperature | Yes |
| LED Flashlight | Yes — white and red, 4 brightness levels |
| Speaker / Microphone | Yes |
| Voice Notes | Yes (rare feature, also on Fenix 8) |
| Built-in Maps | Yes — TopoActive with turn-by-turn navigation |
| Music Storage | Yes (Spotify, Amazon Music, Deezer) |
| Garmin Pay | Yes |
| Wi-Fi | Yes |
| Activity Profiles | 100+ |
| Training Readiness + Endurance Score | Yes |
| Garmin Coach + Daily Suggested Workouts | Yes |
| Strava Live Segments | Yes |
| Sleep Coach + HRV Status | Yes |
| Bands | 22mm Quick Release ComfortFit nylon |
| Warranty | 1-year limited manufacturer warranty |
What's in the Box
Venu X1 watch with ComfortFit nylon band, Garmin charging cable, documentation
Compatibility
Compatible with Garmin Connect app for iPhone (iOS) and Android. Pairs with Garmin chest straps, foot pods, bike sensors (cadence, speed, power), Varia radar, Tempe sensors, headphones, smart trainers. 22mm Quick Release bands interchangeable. Compatible with Strava Live Segments.
Warranty
1-year limited manufacturer warranty from Garmin. Backed by CSO's expert product support.
