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Garmin Fenix 8 vs Amazfit Active 3 Premium
Updated Nov 2026 · Scored by the Let’s Compare Data Engine · How we score
Garmin Fenix 8 has a newer model: Garmin Fenix 9 →
Verdict
Key takeaways
- Garmin Fenix 8 leads Amazfit Active 3 Premium overall by 14 points (73 vs 59 out of 100).
- Key differences: battery life, where Garmin Fenix 8 has 384 vs 288 h; weight, where Amazfit Active 3 Premium is 21 g lighter; water resistance, where Garmin Fenix 8 has 100 vs 50 m.
- Best value: Amazfit Active 3 Premium (from $169.99) — the strongest score-per-dollar of the two.
Garmin Fenix 8 leads overall
Garmin Fenix 8 · 85 overall, #4 of 42
73
Amazfit Active 3 Premium · 80 overall, #7 of 42
59
Key differences
- Battery LifeGarmin Fenix 8 384 vs 288 h
- WeightAmazfit Active 3 Premium 21 g lighter
- Water ResistanceGarmin Fenix 8 100 vs 50 m
Scores by Category
Fenix 8 wins 4 of 6 categories · Active 3 Premium wins 1
| Category | Fenix 8Active 3 Premium | Lead |
|---|---|---|
| Battery | +26 | |
| Health & Sensors | +7 | |
| Display | Tie | |
| Connectivity | +13 | |
| Build | +20 | |
| Software | +72 |
Physical Comparison
Fenix 8Active 3 Premium
Fenix 8 is 21 g (55%) heavier than Active 3 Premium.
Value for Money
Launch prices — enter today's prices (same currency for both).
Fenix 8
Active 3 Premium
Detailed Specifications
Display
| Feature | Fenix 8 | Active 3 Premium |
|---|---|---|
Display Type | ||
Display Size | 1.4 in6% more | 1.32 in |
Resolution | 454 × 454 px | 466 × 466 px |
Peak Brightness | N/A | 3,000 nits |
Always-On Display | Yes | N/A |
Health & Sensors
| Feature | Fenix 8 | Active 3 Premium |
|---|---|---|
Heart Rate Monitor | Yes | Yes |
ECG | Yes | N/A |
SpO2 (Blood Oxygen) | Yes | Yes |
Body Temperature | Yes | N/A |
GPS | Yes | Yes |
Dual-Band GPS | Yes | N/A |
Battery
| Feature | Fenix 8 | Active 3 Premium |
|---|---|---|
Battery Life | 384 h33% more | 288 h |
Connectivity
| Feature | Fenix 8 | Active 3 Premium |
|---|---|---|
NFC Payments | Yes | N/A |
LTE/Cellular | No | N/A |
Speaker/Mic | Yes | Yes |
Build
| Feature | Fenix 8 | Active 3 Premium |
|---|---|---|
Weight | 59 g | 38 g36% less |
Water Resistance | 100 m100% more | 50 m |
Software
| Feature | Fenix 8 | Active 3 Premium |
|---|---|---|
Storage | 32 GB700% more | 4 GB |
Specification Note
Specifications are compiled from official manufacturer data and other reliable internet sources. Some features may vary by region or model configuration.
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