Garmin Forerunner 265 vs COROS PACE 3: which one suits you?

The two differ in 5 of the specs we have recorded, and the COROS PACE 3 is cheaper by SAR 353 (prices checked 4 Nov 2026).

Which one should you choose?

  • Lower weight: 39 g vs 100 g
  • Larger display size: 1.4 in vs 1.2 in · slight difference
  • Paying less: cheaper by SAR 353
  • Charge less often through the week (17 days vs 15 days) · slight difference

The deciding difference here: weight and price.

Compares recorded specs; a missing spec does not mean the feature is absent.

Key differences

  • Display type

    AMOLEDTouchscreen
  • Display size

    ✓ 1.4 in1.2 in
  • Battery life

    15 days✓ 17 days

Specifications side by side

13 of 13 specs

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Spec
GarminSAR 1,552
Garmin Forerunner 265 specs
COROSSAR 1,199
COROS PACE 3 specs
Reference priceSAR 1,552SAR 1,199
Battery life15 days✓ 17 days
Cellular (LTE/eSIM)Yes—
Built-in GPSYesYes

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Direct comparison questions

What is the difference in battery life between the Garmin Forerunner 265 and the COROS PACE 3?

Battery life is higher on the COROS PACE 3: 17 days vs 15 days on the Garmin Forerunner 265. 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 COROS PACE 3?

No difference here: built-in GPS is Yes on both.

What is the difference in display type between the Garmin Forerunner 265 and the COROS PACE 3?

Garmin Forerunner 265: AMOLED; COROS PACE 3: Touchscreen. This is a spec difference, not a verdict that one is better overall.

What is the difference in display size between the Garmin Forerunner 265 and the COROS PACE 3?

Display size is higher on the Garmin Forerunner 265: 1.4 in vs 1.2 in on the COROS PACE 3. If this spec is your priority, the difference favours it.