Smartwatches · Garmin
Garmin Descent Mk3i- Case size:
- 51 mm
- Display type:
- AMOLED
- Reference price:
- SAR 6,374
Garmin Descent Mk3i vs Withings ScanWatch Nova: which one suits you?
The two differ in 6 of the specs we have recorded, and the Withings ScanWatch Nova is cheaper by SAR 4,208 (prices checked 5 Nov 2026).
Which one should you choose?
Choose the
Garmin Descent Mk3i if you care about:- Has built-in GPS; the other doesn't
- Higher water resistance for swimming and showers (20 ATM vs 10 ATM)
- Paying less: cheaper by SAR 4,208
- Charge less often through the week (30 days vs 25 days)
- Has ECG; the other doesn't
The deciding difference here: battery life and built-in GPS and price.
Compares recorded specs; a missing spec does not mean the feature is absent.
Smartwatches · Withings
Withings ScanWatch Nova- Display type:
- Analog
- Battery life:
- 30 days
- Reference price:
- SAR 2,167
Key differences
Display type
AMOLEDAnalogBattery life
25 days✓ 30 daysBuilt-in GPS
✓ YesNo
Specifications side by side
16 of 16 specs
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| Spec | | |
|---|---|---|
| Reference price | SAR 6,374 | SAR 2,167 |
| Battery life | 25 days | ✓ 30 days |
| Built-in GPS | ✓ Yes | No |
| Cellular (LTE/eSIM) | — | Yes |
| Case size | 51 mm | — |
| Display type | AMOLED | Analog |
| Display size | 1.4 in | — |
| Water resistance | ✓ 20 ATM | 10 ATM |
| Case material | Titanium | Stainless steel |
| Weight | 166 g | — |
| ECG | No | ✓ Yes |
| Contactless payment (NFC) | Yes | — |
| Heart-rate tracking | Yes | Yes |
| Blood oxygen (SpO2) | Yes | Yes |
| Release year | 2023 | — |
| Dimensions | 5.1 × 5.1 × 1.64 cm | — |
| App control (Wi-Fi) | Yes | — |
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Direct comparison questions
What is the difference in battery life between the Garmin Descent Mk3i and the Withings ScanWatch Nova?
Battery life is higher on the Withings ScanWatch Nova: 30 days vs 25 days on the Garmin Descent Mk3i. If this spec is your priority, the difference favours it.
What is the difference in built-in GPS between the Garmin Descent Mk3i and the Withings ScanWatch Nova?
Garmin Descent Mk3i: Yes; Withings ScanWatch Nova: No. This is a spec difference, not a verdict that one is better overall.
What is the difference in water resistance between the Garmin Descent Mk3i and the Withings ScanWatch Nova?
Water resistance is higher on the Garmin Descent Mk3i: 20 ATM vs 10 ATM on the Withings ScanWatch Nova. If this spec is your priority, the difference favours it.
What is the difference in display type between the Garmin Descent Mk3i and the Withings ScanWatch Nova?
Garmin Descent Mk3i: AMOLED; Withings ScanWatch Nova: Analog. This is a spec difference, not a verdict that one is better overall.