Smartwatches · Garmin
Garmin Forerunner 55- Display type:
- MIP
- Display size:
- 1.04 in
- Reference price:
- SAR 798
Garmin Forerunner 55 vs Amazfit band 5: which one suits you?
The two differ in 5 of the specs we have recorded, and the Amazfit band 5 is cheaper by SAR 346 (prices checked 8 Nov 2026).
Which one should you choose?
Choose the
Garmin Forerunner 55 if you care about:- Has built-in GPS; the other doesn't
Choose the
Amazfit band 5 if you care about:- Paying less: cheaper by SAR 346
- Larger display size: 1.47 in vs 1.04 in
- Charge less often through the week (18 days vs 14 days)
The deciding difference here: display size and battery life and price.
Compares recorded specs; a missing spec does not mean the feature is absent.
Key differences
Display type
MIPOLEDDisplay size
1.04 in✓ 1.47 inBattery life
14 days✓ 18 days
Specifications side by side
13 of 13 specs
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| Spec | | |
|---|---|---|
| Reference price | SAR 798 | SAR 452 |
| Battery life | 14 days | ✓ 18 days |
| Built-in GPS | ✓ Yes | No |
| Cellular (LTE/eSIM) | No | — |
| Display type | MIP | OLED |
| Display size | 1.04 in | ✓ 1.47 in |
| Case material | Type: Resin | Plastic |
| Weight | 37 g | — |
| Water resistance | 5 ATM | 5 ATM |
| ECG | No | — |
| Blood oxygen (SpO2) | — | Yes |
| Contactless payment (NFC) | No | — |
| Heart-rate tracking | Yes | Yes |
| Dimensions | — | 47 x 24 x 12 millimeters cm |
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Direct comparison questions
What is the difference in battery life between the Garmin Forerunner 55 and the Amazfit band 5?
Battery life is higher on the Amazfit band 5: 18 days vs 14 days on the Garmin Forerunner 55. If this spec is your priority, the difference favours it.
What is the difference in built-in GPS between the Garmin Forerunner 55 and the Amazfit band 5?
Garmin Forerunner 55: Yes; Amazfit band 5: No. This is a spec difference, not a verdict that one is better overall.
What is the difference in water resistance between the Garmin Forerunner 55 and the Amazfit band 5?
No difference here: water resistance is 5 ATM on both.
What is the difference in display type between the Garmin Forerunner 55 and the Amazfit band 5?
Garmin Forerunner 55: MIP; Amazfit band 5: OLED. This is a spec difference, not a verdict that one is better overall.