Garmin Venu X1 Soft Gold
Garmin has quietly updated the Venu X1, its ultra-thin flagship, with a new Soft Gold finish and French Grey nylon band. This latest release positions the 7.9 mm device as a direct high-end alternative to lifestyle wearables such as the Apple Watch 11, combining a square aesthetic with elite performance metrics.
The 7.9 mm Powerhouse
The Venu X1 remains Garmin’s thinnest smartwatch ever, and features a 2-inch AMOLED display protected by high-grade sapphire crystal. to aid the durability of its slim profile, it includes a titanium caseback and a built-in LED flashlight, unusual for devices of this size.
Pro-Level Intelligence
Unlike standard lifestyle watches, the Venu X1 Soft Gold is packed with features typically reserved for the Fenix and Forerunner series – although expected at its price point, namely:
- Navigation: Full TopoActive mapping with turn-by-turn routing and on-device course creation.
- Performance: Advanced metrics like Training Readiness, Endurance Score, and Running Economy.
- Connectivity: Integrated speaker and microphone for voice calls and voice notes.
- Daily Wellness: 24/7 Body Battery monitoring, HRV status, and advanced sleep coaching with nap detection.
Price and Specs at a Glance
- Dimensions: 46 x 41 x 7.9 mm.
- Weight: 40g (including band).
- Battery: 8 days in smartwatch mode; 16 hours in GPS-only mode.
- Price: £679.99 / $799.99.
Last Updated on 31 January 2026 by the5krunner
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tfk is the founder and author of the5krunner, an independent endurance sports technology publication. With 20 years of hands-on testing of GPS watches and wearables, and competing in triathlons at an international age-group level, tfk provides in-depth expert analysis of fitness technology for serious athletes and endurance sport competitors.
