---
product_id: 691915656
title: "Forerunner 165 Running Smartwatch – Black/Slate Gray, Non-Music Edition, Up to 2 Weeks of Battery Life"
brand: "garmin"
price: "$561.19"
currency: USD
in_stock: true
reviews_count: 13
category: "Garmin"
url: https://www.desertcart.us/products/691915656-forerunner-165-running-smartwatch-black-slate-gray-non-music-edition
store_origin: US
region: United States of America
---

# Personalized adaptive training plans Built-in GPS for precise pace & distance Up to 11 days battery life in smartwatch mode Forerunner 165 Running Smartwatch – Black/Slate Gray, Non-Music Edition, Up to 2 Weeks of Battery Life

**Brand:** garmin
**Price:** $561.19
**Availability:** ✅ In Stock

## Summary

> 🏃‍♂️ Elevate your run, own your pace, and never miss a beat!

## Quick Answers

- **What is this?** Forerunner 165 Running Smartwatch – Black/Slate Gray, Non-Music Edition, Up to 2 Weeks of Battery Life by garmin
- **How much does it cost?** $561.19 with free shipping
- **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship
- **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.us](https://www.desertcart.us/products/691915656-forerunner-165-running-smartwatch-black-slate-gray-non-music-edition)

## Best For

- garmin enthusiasts

## Why This Product

- Trusted garmin brand quality
- Free international shipping included
- Worldwide delivery with tracking
- 15-day hassle-free returns

## Key Features

- • **Safety Meets Style:** Lightweight, water-resistant design with incident detection and Garmin Pay for contactless convenience.
- • **Train Smarter, Not Harder:** Adaptive daily workouts and Garmin Coach tailor your training to your goals and recovery.
- • **Stay Powered Through Your Week:** Up to 11 days of battery life means less charging, more running.
- • **Seamless Connectivity On-the-Go:** Receive calls, texts, and notifications right on your wrist—stay connected without missing a beat.
- • **Track Every Step with Precision:** Built-in GPS and wrist-based heart rate monitor keep your stats accurate and real-time.

## Overview

The Garmin Forerunner 165 is a sleek, lightweight 43mm running smartwatch featuring a brilliant AMOLED touchscreen and traditional button controls. It offers built-in GPS, wrist-based heart rate monitoring, and over 25 activity profiles. With up to 11 days of battery life in smartwatch mode and personalized adaptive training plans, it empowers runners to optimize performance and recovery. Smart notifications, Garmin Pay, and safety features like incident detection make it a versatile companion for active professionals.

## Description

Go ahead — sign up for that race, and train brilliantly with the easy-to-use Forerunner 165 GPS running smartwatch. With pace, distance and heart rate, you’ll see your progress shine on the watch’s AMOLED touchscreen display while Garmin Coach and race adaptive training plans help you chase your goals. Wake up to your morning report to see health insights alongside an overview of sleep, recovery and training outlook (data presented is intended to be a close estimation of metrics tracked). Use training effect and training effect labels to see how your workouts impact your fitness and to understand the primary benefit achieved from your workout. Then, check recovery time to know how long to take it easy between runs. Pair your watch to your smartphone, and your notifications will show up right on your wrist. Get a more complete picture of your health, not just a glimpse, from your Forerunner 165 smartwatch, with up to 11 days of battery life in smartwatch mode.

Review: Very good for runners. the best at this price point - Love it
Review: Light weight and rugged - Product is good. Light weight, battery life up to a week if used only as a smart watch. The variety of measurement with good accuracy. Need little time to get used to interface and operation. Its a good fit looks like 36mm dial on hand.

## Features

- Easy-to-use running smartwatch with built-in GPS for pace/distance and wrist-based heart rate; brilliant AMOLED touchscreen display with traditional button controls; lightweight design in 43 mm size
- Up to 11 days of battery life in smartwatch mode and up to 19 hours in GPS mode
- Reach your goals with personalized daily suggested workouts that adapt based on performance and recovery; use GARMIN Coach and race adaptive training plans to get workout suggestions for specific events
- 25+ built-in activity profiles include running, cycling, HIIT, strength and more
- As soon as you wake up, get your morning report with an overview of your sleep, recovery and training outlook alongside weather and HRV status (data presented is intended to be a close estimation of metrics tracked)
- With training effect and training effect labels, you’ll see how your workouts impact your fitness and understand the primary benefit achieved from your workout.; recovery time lets you know how long you need to recover before your next high-effort workout
- Safety and tracking features, including incident detection (during select outdoor activities) and Assistance, send a message with your live location to emergency contacts when paired with your compatible smartphone; requires setup and your smartphone to be in an area with network coverage where data connectivity is available
- Never miss a call or text with smart notifications from your paired Android or Apple smartphone
- Leave your cash and cards at home; GARMIN Pay contactless payments let you pay for purchases on the go (with a supported country and payment network)
- See your health and fitness information, connect and compete with friends, and sign up for challenges to earn badges and more in the GARMIN Connect smartphone app

## Technical Specifications

| Specification | Value |
|---------------|-------|
| ASIN | B0CT3SGHXL |
| Age Range Description | Adult |
| Band Color | Black |
| Band Material Type | Metal |
| Band Width | 20 Millimetres |
| Battery Average Life | 11 Days |
| Battery Capacity | 30 Milliamp Hours |
| Battery Cell Type | Lithium Ion |
| Best Sellers Rank | #5,771 in Electronics ( See Top 100 in Electronics ) #148 in Smart Watches |
| Box Contents | Forerunner 165, charging cable, documentation |
| Brand Name | Garmin |
| Case Material Type | Metal |
| Clasp Type | Hook Buckle |
| Colour | Slate Grey |
| Communication Feature | True |
| Compatible Devices | Smartphone |
| Compatible Phone Models | iPhone (all current models), Android (all current models) |
| Connectivity Technology | Bluetooth |
| Controller Type | Touch Control |
| Customer Reviews | 4.6 out of 5 stars 4,725 Reviews |
| Display Type | AMOLED |
| External Testing Certification | ANATEL |
| GPS Geotagging Functionality | Built-in GPS |
| Global Trade Identification Number | 00753759326593 |
| Human Interface Input | Buttons, Touchscreen |
| Importer Contact Information | AMIT GPS & NAVIGATION LLP |
| Item Dimensions | 43 x 12 x 43 Millimeters |
| Item Weight Unit of Measure | 1.38 Ounces |
| Language | Portuguese |
| Manufacturer | Garmin |
| Maximum Display Brightness | 1000 Nit |
| Memory Storage Capacity | 4 GB |
| Metrics Measured | Heart Rate |
| Model Name | Forerunner 165 |
| Model Number | 010-02863-20 |
| Operating System | Android |
| Packer Contact Information | AMIT GPS & NAVIGATION LLP |
| Product Features | Bluetooth |
| Resolution | 324 x 394 |
| Screen Size Unit of Measure | 1.2 Inches |
| Shape | Rund |
| Sim Card Size | eSIM |
| Special Feature | Bluetooth |
| Sport Type | Running |
| Style Name | Modern |
| Supported Application | Weather |
| Supported Satellite Navigation System | GPS |
| Target Audience | Unisex Adults |
| UPC | 753759326593 |
| Unit Count | 1 Count |
| Water Resistance Depth | 50 Metres |
| Water Resistance Level | Water Resistant |
| Waterproof Rating | IPX7 |
| Wearable Computer Type | Smart Watch |
| Wireless Communication Standard | Bluetooth |
| Wireless Compability | Bluetooth |
| Wireless Provider | Unlocked |

## Product Details

- **Battery Capacity:** 30 Milliamp Hours
- **Connectivity Technology:** Bluetooth
- **Memory Storage Capacity:** 4 GB
- **Operating System:** Android
- **Special Feature:** Bluetooth

## Images

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## Customer Reviews

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Very good for runners. the best at this price point
*by A***R on 6 August 2026*

Love it

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Light weight and rugged
*by D***K on 29 August 2026*

Product is good. Light weight, battery life up to a week if used only as a smart watch. The variety of measurement with good accuracy. Need little time to get used to interface and operation. Its a good fit looks like 36mm dial on hand.

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ The Best
*by V***Y on 27 January 2026*

One of the best decisions of my life. I now can run without phone in my hand. Able to see a plethora of my running and health metrics and able to get better at running week on week.

## Frequently Bought Together

- Garmin Forerunner 165, Running Smartwatch, Colorful AMOLED Display, Training Metrics and Recovery Insights, Black
- Suoman 3+2 Pack for Garmin Forerunner 165 Screen Protector, Charger Port +[Anti-Scratch] 9H Hardness Tempered Glass Screen Protective Film
- AGVEE 2 Pack 3.3ft Charger Cable for Garmin Watch, L-Shape Braided Charging Cord for Fenix, Forerunner, Vivoactive, Instinct, Venu, Tactix, Approach, D2, Quatix Series, Dark Gray

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*Store origin: US*
*Last updated: 2026-09-09*