The Enduro 3 has improved screen visibility compared to the previous Enduro 2 model, but it still struggles in low-light conditions compared to watches with AMOLED displays:
Improved Screen Clarity
- The Enduro 3 has a slightly clearer screen than the Enduro 2, likely due to the removal of the semi-transparent solar panel that previously covered part of the display[1].- However, the screen clarity is still not as good as AMOLED displays like on the Fenix 8 series[1].
Low-Light Visibility Issues
- In dim lighting conditions like in a forest, the Enduro 3's display can be "completely unusable" without enabling the backlight[1].- The watch's screen visibility is much worse than AMOLED watches in low-light settings[1].
Bright Sunlight Performance
- The Enduro 3's MIP display performs very well in bright sunlight, with no issues viewing the screen even in direct sun[1].- However, taking photos of the watch in bright light can make the black areas look darker than they appear to the naked eye[1].
So in summary, while the Enduro 3 has made some improvements to screen clarity, its MIP display still struggles with visibility in low-light conditions compared to AMOLED screens. The watch excels in bright sunlight but may require using the backlight in dimmer environments to see the screen clearly.
Citations:[1] https://www.dcrainmaker.com/2024/08/garmin-enduro-3-in-depth-review-vs-fenix8-solar.html
[2] https://www.reddit.com/r/GarminWatches/comments/1fdrqy3/new_watch_day_garmin_enduro_3/
[3] https://forums.garmin.com/outdoor-recreation/outdoor-recreation/f/enduro-3/383089/has-anybody-tested-the-solar-yet-in-the-real-world/1827444
[4] https://garminrumors.com/enduro-3-garmins-big-battery-beast-with-a-surprising-price-drop/
[5] https://www.reddit.com/r/GarminWatches/comments/1f3bogc/garmin_enduro_3_indepth_review_by_dcr/
[6] https://web.techguyinsider.in/garmin-enduro-3-smartwatch-launched/
[7] https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=S36GETR3yE0
[8] https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0NoEXb2SfyA