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Forerunner 165 vs Forerunner 265

Forerunner 165 or Forerunner 265? Here are the key differences at a glance, with the full comparison below.

Key differences

  • Battery – Smartwatch mode: Forerunner 165 11 days · Forerunner 265 13 days
  • Battery – GPS only: Forerunner 165 19 h · Forerunner 265 20 h
  • Water rating: Forerunner 165 5 ATM (swimming) · Forerunner 265 5 ATM (swimming)
  • Display: Forerunner 165 AMOLED, 390 × 390 px · Forerunner 265 AMOLED, 416 × 416 px
  • Only Forerunner 265: Multi-band GPS, Training readiness
  • Compatible watch faces: Forerunner 165 88 · Forerunner 265 88
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