Smartwatches · Garmin
Garmin Forerunner 265- Case size:
- 46 mm
- Display type:
- AMOLED
- Reference price:
- SAR 1,552
Garmin Forerunner 265 vs Amazfit Active 2: which one suits you?
The two differ in 4 of the specs we have recorded, and the Amazfit Active 2 is cheaper by SAR 866 (prices checked 6 Nov 2026).
Which one should you choose?
Choose the
Garmin Forerunner 265 if you care about:- Charge less often through the week (15 days vs 10 days)
- Larger display size: 1.4 in vs 1.32 in · slight difference
Choose the
Amazfit Active 2 if you care about:- Paying less: cheaper by SAR 866
- Lower weight: 29.5 g vs 39 g
The deciding difference here: battery life and weight and price.
Compares recorded specs; a missing spec does not mean the feature is absent.
Key differences
Case size
46 mm44 mmDisplay size
✓ 1.4 in1.32 inBattery life
✓ 15 days10 days
Specifications side by side
14 of 14 specs
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| Spec | | |
|---|---|---|
| Reference price | SAR 1,552 | SAR 686 |
| Battery life | ✓ 15 days | 10 days |
| Cellular (LTE/eSIM) | Yes | — |
| Built-in GPS | Yes | Yes |
| Case size | 46 mm | 44 mm |
| Display size | ✓ 1.4 in | 1.32 in |
| Case material | Type: Stainless Steel | — |
| Weight | 39 g | ✓ 29.5 g |
| Display type | AMOLED | AMOLED |
| Water resistance | 5 ATM | 5 ATM |
| Heart-rate tracking | — | Yes |
| Contactless payment (NFC) | — | Yes |
| Warranty | 2 years | — |
| Blood oxygen (SpO2) | Yes | Yes |
| Dimensions | — | 11.3 x 11.2 x 6.7 centimeters cm |
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Direct comparison questions
What is the difference in battery life between the Garmin Forerunner 265 and the Amazfit Active 2?
Battery life is higher on the Garmin Forerunner 265: 15 days vs 10 days on the Amazfit Active 2. If this spec is your priority, the difference favours it.
What is the difference in built-in GPS between the Garmin Forerunner 265 and the Amazfit Active 2?
No difference here: built-in GPS is Yes on both.
What is the difference in case size between the Garmin Forerunner 265 and the Amazfit Active 2?
Garmin Forerunner 265: 46 mm; Amazfit Active 2: 44 mm. A higher value is not necessarily better for you.
What is the difference in water resistance between the Garmin Forerunner 265 and the Amazfit Active 2?
No difference here: water resistance is 5 ATM on both.