Garmin Fenix E Specs, Features and Battery Life

Manufacturer	Garmin
Type	Premium multisport GPS smartwatch
Series	Fenix Series
Released	August 27, 2024
Price at launch	$799.99 / £529.99
Predecessor	Epix Gen 2
Successor	See Release Radar
Sizes	47mm (medium)
Colours	Stainless Steel with Black Silicone Band; Slate Grey Steel with Black Silicone Band

Specifications and features as at launch.

Expert opinion

Fenix E is the compromise model that strips away too many critical capabilities for its price point. Losing multi-band dual-frequency GPS severely impacts tracking accuracy in challenging environments like heavy tree cover or urban canyons. It is an awkward middle ground that is difficult to justify when older flagship Garmins offer better value.

The Fenix E runs the full Fenix 8 software platform on hardware that sits closer to the Epix Gen 2. It has a 47mm AMOLED display at 416×416 resolution, the Elevate Gen 5 heart rate sensor, and the complete training and health feature set. What it does not have is the multi-band dual-frequency GNSS with SatIQ that the Fenix 8 carries, nor an LED flashlight, speaker, microphone, ECG app, depth sensor, or leakproof inductive buttons. Storage is 16GB rather than 32GB. The result is a watch that delivers the Garmin software experience at a lower price but concedes the hardware distinctions that define the Fenix 8 over older Epix hardware.

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What’s new versus the Epix Gen 2

Hardware

Elevate Gen 5 optical heart rate sensor (up from Gen 4)
Skin temperature sensor added
Ambient light sensor added
Thermometer added

Software

Redesigned user interface with activity-first menu structure and pinned sport modes
Focus Modes for sleep and activity contexts
Morning Report and Evening Report
Dynamic round-trip routing
Voice Control (via paired smartphone assistant)
Settings Backup and Restore
Sleep Alignment and Sleep Coach updated
Nap Detection
Breathing Variations
Jet Lag Adviser
Health Status monitoring
Lifestyle Logging
Running Tolerance
Running Economy (with HRM 600)
Step Speed Loss (with HRM 600)
Endurance Score
Hill Score
Course Planner
Visual Race Predictor
Garmin Trails integration (with Garmin Connect+ subscription)

Specifications

Specification	Fenix E (47mm)
Display
Display type	AMOLED, always-on option
Display size	33mm (1.3″)
Resolution	416 x 416 pixels
Lens	Corning Gorilla Glass
Physical
Case size	47mm (medium)
Dimensions	47 x 47 x 14.5mm
Weight	76g (case only: 53g)
Case material	Fibre-reinforced polymer with metal rear cover
Bezel material	Stainless steel
Band width	22mm QuickFit
Water rating	10 ATM
Military standard	MIL-STD-810
Sensors and positioning
GNSS	GPS, GLONASS, Galileo, QZSS, BeiDou (single-frequency multi-GNSS; no multi-band)
Heart rate	Garmin Elevate Gen 5, continuous
Pulse Ox	Yes
Barometric altimeter	Yes
Compass	3-axis electronic
Gyroscope	Yes
Accelerometer	Yes
Thermometer	Yes
Ambient light sensor	Yes
Skin temperature	Yes
Depth sensor	No
ECG	No
Connectivity and storage
Connectivity	Bluetooth, ANT+, Wi-Fi
NFC (Garmin Pay)	Yes
Storage	16GB
Speaker / microphone	No
LED flashlight	No
Inductive buttons	No

Battery life

Mode	Fenix E (47mm)
Smartwatch	Up to 16 days (6 days always-on)
Battery saver watch	Up to 21 days
GPS Only	Up to 42 hours (30 hours always-on)
All Satellite Systems	Up to 32 hours (24 hours always-on)
All Satellite Systems + Music	Up to 10 hours
Max Battery GPS	Up to 75 hours
Expedition GPS	Up to 14 days

The Fenix E does not support multi-band GNSS or SatIQ, so there is no All Satellite Systems + Multi-band mode. Figures assume typical use per Garmin’s published specification.

Features

A full breakdown of Garmin platform features is available at Garmin features explained.

Plan

Daily Suggested Workouts (running and cycling, adapts after every session)
Garmin Coach plans: running, cycling, strength
Garmin Triathlon Coach
Multisport and cardio, strength, HIIT, yoga, pilates workouts
On-screen workout animations with muscle map
Downloadable training plans
Race Widget with personalised training tips
Course Planner (cut-off times, aid stations, checkpoints)
Morning Report and Evening Report

Prepare

Training Readiness score
Training Status and Training Load
Recovery Time
HRV Status (measured during sleep)
Body Battery energy monitoring
Sleep Coach with sleep score and stages
Sleep Alignment, Breathing Variations, Nap Detection
Stress tracking (all-day)
Health Snapshot (2-minute session)
Health Status monitoring
Skin temperature (sleep-based)
Jet Lag Adviser
Heat and Altitude Acclimation
Respiration Rate (24/7 and during exercise)
Pulse Ox blood oxygen saturation
Women’s Health tracking (cycle and pregnancy)
Lifestyle Logging (caffeine, alcohol)
Hydration tracking
Fitness Age

Perform

VO2 Max (running and trail running)
Endurance Score
Hill Score
Real-time Stamina
Running Dynamics: cadence, stride length, vertical oscillation and ratio, ground contact time and balance (with compatible accessory)
Running Economy, Running Tolerance, Step Speed Loss (with HRM 600)
Running Power, Grade-Adjusted Pace, Performance Condition, Lactate Threshold (with compatible accessory)
PacePro GPS-based pacing
Visual Race Predictor and Projected Race Time
ClimbPro Ascent Planner
Dynamic Round-Trip Routing
TopoActive maps (downloadable via Wi-Fi)
Preloaded ski resort maps (SkiView)
43,000 preloaded golf course maps
Virtual Caddie, full golf feature set including AutoShot, PlaysLike distance, Green Contours
MTB Grit and Flow metrics
Surf Activity with Surfline Sessions
Backcountry Ski and Snowboard auto ascent/descent tracking
XC Ski Power (with HRM-Pro Plus)
Rucking Activity with pack weight entry
NextFork map navigation
Up Ahead for race aid stations and POI
FTP, power curve and Advanced Cycling Dynamics (with compatible power meter)
Garmin Varia radar and lights compatible
Open Water and Pool swim metrics, stroke detection, critical swim speed
Multisport auto transition
Strava Live Segments and Garmin Live Segments
Trendline Popularity Routing

Connect

Smart notifications (calls, texts, social media)
Garmin Pay contactless payments (NFC)
Music: Spotify, Deezer, Amazon Music, YouTube Music (subscription required)
Garmin Messenger two-way text messaging (paired smartphone required)
Works with WhatsApp (Connect IQ app)
Incident Detection and Assistance with live location alert
LiveTrack real-time location sharing
Live Event Sharing
Garmin Share (locations, courses, workouts)
Find My Phone and Find My Garmin
Connect IQ Store on device (via Wi-Fi)
Calendar sync, weather forecasts, stocks tracker
Smart trainer control
Sports scores (15 leagues, paired smartphone)
Red Shift mode

Activity profiles

Category	Profiles
Running	Running, Outdoor Track Running, Trail Running, Ultra Running, Obstacle Racing, Treadmill Running, Indoor Track Running, Virtual running
Cycling	Biking, Road biking, Mountain Biking, Gravel biking, Bike commuting, Bike touring, eBiking, eMountain Biking, Indoor Biking, Cyclocross, BMX
Swimming	Pool Swimming, Open Water Swimming
Multisport	Swimming/Running, Triathlon
Gym and fitness	Strength, HIIT, Cardio, Elliptical Training, Stair Stepping, Floor Climbing, Indoor rowing, Jump Roping, Indoor Climbing, Boxing, Mixed martial arts, Walking, Indoor Walking, Pilates, Yoga, Mobility
Outdoor	Hiking, Rucking, Bouldering, Mountaineering, Hunting, Horseback Riding, Golfing, Disc Golf, Archery, Inline Skating
Other	Winter sports: Skiing, Snowboarding, Backcountry Snowboarding, XC Classic Skiing, XC Skate Skiing, Backcountry Skiing, Ice Skating, Snowshoeing \| Water sports: Stand Up Paddleboarding, Rowing, Kayaking, Surfing, Kiteboarding, Windsurfing, Fishing, Boating, Sailing, Water Skiing, Wakeboarding, Wakesurfing, Tubing, Snorkeling, Whitewater \| Team sports: Basketball, Volleyball, Field Hockey, Ice Hockey, Football, American Football, Lacrosse, Rugby, Ultimate Disc, Cricket, Softball, Baseball \| Racket sports: Tennis, Pickleball, Badminton, Squash, Table Tennis, Padel, Platform Tennis, Racquetball \| Motorsports: Motorcycling, Overlanding, Motocrossing, ATVing, Snowmobiling