About this model
The Garmin 5X Plus is a premium multisport GPS watch from the Fenix 5 Plus series. It tracks running, cycling, swimming and more with built-in GPS and GLONASS, and includes wrist-based heart rate plus a pulse oximeter for altitude acclimatisation insight. Full-colour mapping and round-trip routing help you explore, while on-watch music storage lets you leave your phone behind. It supports Garmin Pay for contactless payments and is water-rated to 100 metres, making it suitable for swimming and showering. With a rugged build and long battery life, it is designed for athletes and adventurers who want one watch for training, racing and everyday wear.
Key specs
| Type | Multisport GPS smartwatch |
|---|---|
| Display | 1.2-inch colour display (240 × 240 pixels), non-touchscreen |
| GPS | GPS and GLONASS |
| Sensors | Wrist heart rate, barometric altimeter, compass, gyroscope, thermometer, pulse oximeter |
| Water rating | 10 ATM (100 metres) |
| Music storage | Up to 500 songs |
| Battery life | Up to 20 days in smartwatch mode, up to 32 hours in GPS mode, up to 13 hours in GPS + music mode |
| Connectivity | Bluetooth, ANT+, Wi-Fi |
| Payment | Garmin Pay contactless payments |
| Memory | 16 GB |
Compatibility
Pairs with smartphones via the Garmin Connect app (iOS and Android). Supports Bluetooth headphones for music playback. Charges with the included Garmin charging cable. Compatible with ANT+ and Bluetooth sensors such as heart rate straps, foot pods and cycling sensors.
Questions about this model
Does the Garmin 5X Plus have maps?
Yes, it includes full-colour mapping and round-trip routing.
Can I swim with the Garmin 5X Plus?
Yes, it is water-rated to 10 ATM (100 metres), so it is suitable for swimming and showering.
Does the Garmin 5X Plus track heart rate?
Yes, it has a wrist-based heart rate monitor and a pulse oximeter for blood oxygen saturation.