Samsung
Galaxy Watch 7 · Compact · GPS
2024 · Fitness + health
86
/ 100
From $299
VS
Garmin
Garmin Forerunner 265
2023 · Fitness + health
86
/ 100
From $449
Specdex verdict
Dead heat — it comes down to priorities.
In our weighted Specdex score, Galaxy Watch 7 · Compact · GPS lands at 86 and Garmin Forerunner 265 at 86. With scores tied, the decision hinges on which sub-scores matter most to you.
Pick Galaxy Watch 7 · Compact · GPS if…
- ✓Multi-day fitness tracking
- ✓GPS + heart rate
- ✓Notification mirroring
Pick Garmin Forerunner 265 if…
- ✓Multi-day fitness tracking
- ✓GPS + heart rate
- ✓Notification mirroring
Galaxy Watch 7 · Compact · GPS 86
vs 86 Garmin Forerunner 265
Score breakdown
Galaxy Watch 7 · Compact · GPS
86 battery 72
display 88
fitness 86
health 84
durability 86
Garmin Forerunner 265
86 battery 94
display 88
fitness 86
health 84
durability 86
Specs side-by-side
| Spec | Galaxy Watch 7 · Compact · GPS | Garmin Forerunner 265 |
|---|---|---|
| Release year | 2024 | 2023 |
Galaxy Watch 7 · Compact · GPS
Pros
- +Multi-day fitness tracking
- +GPS + heart rate
- +Notification mirroring
Cons
- −Battery life varies dramatically
- −Companion phone required
- −Screen-on drains battery
Garmin Forerunner 265
Pros
- +Multi-day fitness tracking
- +GPS + heart rate
- +Notification mirroring
Cons
- −Battery life varies dramatically
- −Companion phone required
- −Screen-on drains battery
FAQ: Galaxy Watch 7 · Compact · GPS vs Garmin Forerunner 265
Which is better, Galaxy Watch 7 · Compact · GPS or Garmin Forerunner 265? +
Both score 86 on our weighted rubric — tied. Your best pick depends on the sub-scores above.
Is Galaxy Watch 7 · Compact · GPS worth the price? +
At $299, Galaxy Watch 7 · Compact · GPS delivers a Specdex score of 86 — strongest in display.
Is Garmin Forerunner 265 worth the price? +
At $449, Garmin Forerunner 265 delivers a Specdex score of 86 — strongest in battery.
Does Galaxy Watch 7 · Compact · GPS or Garmin Forerunner 265 last longer? +
Based on our long-term update and support ratings, both ship with multi-year support. Battery and reliability scores are visible in the breakdown above.