Suunto 5 Full Specifications
The full specifications of the Suunto 5 – a lower priced offering from Suunto which unlike the Suunto 9 has a moderate size that will make it a more befitting wear for more people.
The Suunto 5 has a stylish aesthetics that is both elegant and classic featuring some of the most durable materials. It’s a multisport GPS smartwatch loaded with quite a lot of fitness tracking features that sure makes this device a great choice for pro athletes and fitness enthusiasts alike, while also having a long battery life that ensures you can go days on a single charge.
Suunto 5 Full Specifications
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Device name | Suunto 5 | ||||||||||||
Device type | Fitness/Sport smartwatch | ||||||||||||
Predessesor | -- | ||||||||||||
Successor | -- | ||||||||||||
Released date | May, 2019 | ||||||||||||
Ideal for | Men | ||||||||||||
DISPLAY | |||||||||||||
Display type | Matrix LCD | ||||||||||||
Display size | 1.3 inches | ||||||||||||
Screen resolution | 218 x 218 pixels | ||||||||||||
Density | -- | ||||||||||||
Input type | Touchscreen plus 5 physical buttons |
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Multi-touch | -- | ||||||||||||
BODY | |||||||||||||
Shape | Circular | ||||||||||||
Dimension | 46 x 46 x 14.6 mm | ||||||||||||
Weight | 66 grams | ||||||||||||
Casing material | Glass fiber reinforced polycarbonate | ||||||||||||
Strap/band material | Silicone | ||||||||||||
Bezel Material | Stainless steel | ||||||||||||
Band size | 22mm | ||||||||||||
Screen protection | Mineral crystal | ||||||||||||
Water resistant | Yes, 5ATM | ||||||||||||
Color(s) | Black, white, burgundy | ||||||||||||
MEMORY | |||||||||||||
RAM | -- | ||||||||||||
Internal storage | -- | ||||||||||||
Memory card slot | No | ||||||||||||
CONNECTIVITY | |||||||||||||
Bluetooth | Yes, Bluetooth v4.2 | ||||||||||||
Wi-Fi | No | ||||||||||||
NFC | No | ||||||||||||
GPS | Yes, GPS/GLONASS/GALILEO/QZSS | ||||||||||||
CELLULAR TECHNOLOGY | |||||||||||||
Technology | None | ||||||||||||
SIM slot | None | ||||||||||||
Band | -- | ||||||||||||
NOTIFICATIONS | |||||||||||||
Email alert | Yes | ||||||||||||
SMS alert | Yes | ||||||||||||
Calls alert | Yes | ||||||||||||
Event reminder | Yes | ||||||||||||
Weather forecast | Yes | ||||||||||||
Facebook, third-party apps | Yes | ||||||||||||
FITNESS TRACKING | |||||||||||||
Sleep tracking | Yes | ||||||||||||
Heart rate monitoring | Yes | ||||||||||||
Distance covered | Yes | ||||||||||||
Steps climbed | Yes | ||||||||||||
Calories | Yes | ||||||||||||
MEDIA | |||||||||||||
Audio | No | ||||||||||||
Bluetooth music | No | ||||||||||||
Radio | No | ||||||||||||
Loudspeaker | No | ||||||||||||
Microphone | No | ||||||||||||
Camera | No | ||||||||||||
SENSORS | |||||||||||||
Altimeter | Yes | ||||||||||||
Accelerometer | Yes | ||||||||||||
Magnetometer | -- | ||||||||||||
Heart rate monitor (HRM) | Yes | ||||||||||||
Barometer | -- | ||||||||||||
Gyroscope | -- | ||||||||||||
Ambient light | Yes | ||||||||||||
Other sensors | -- | ||||||||||||
PLATFORM | |||||||||||||
Operating system (OS) | Proprietary OS | ||||||||||||
Chipset | -- | ||||||||||||
CPU | -- | ||||||||||||
GPU | -- | ||||||||||||
BATTERY | |||||||||||||
Type of battery | Non-removable Li-ion | ||||||||||||
Battery capacity | -- | ||||||||||||
Battery life | Standby mode: 14 days Mixed usage: 7 days GS active: 20 hrs |
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Charging | USB charging cable | ||||||||||||
Charging time | About 2 hours | ||||||||||||
MISC | |||||||||||||
Payment system | None | ||||||||||||
Compatibility | Android and iOS | ||||||||||||
Companion app | Suunto app | ||||||||||||
Customizable watch face | Yes | ||||||||||||
Interchangeable band | Yes | ||||||||||||
Voice command | No | ||||||||||||
BOX CONTENTS | |||||||||||||
Suunto 5 | |||||||||||||
Strap | |||||||||||||
USB charging cable | |||||||||||||
Warranty leaflet | |||||||||||||
User manual | |||||||||||||
PRICE | |||||||||||||
About $340 |
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Design
The Suunto 5 comes in a stylish design featuring a fiber reinforced polycarbonate case with a stainless steel bezel manning the top end that leaves it with the appearance of a tranditional watch. The 22 mm straps made of silicone is very comfortable to wear – One the most popular materials used in making straps of most high-end smartwatches.
The Suunto 5 weighing 66 grams (including straps) is quite lightweight compared to the Galaxy Watch that weighs 63 grams (without straps). This sought of makes it a great choice for anyone that engages in long hours of activities as its comfortable to wear all day long.
The 1.3 inch display features Active Matrix LCD that’s very bright and easy to read even under sunlight. Although, not so interactive and lively when compared to AMOLED.
The Suunto 5 comes in three colors; white, black and burgundy. So, you have a handful of options to choose the one that defines your style.
Impressive Battery Life
Following in the footsteps of the Suunto 9, the 5 also has a long battery life that lets you go long on a single charge. On standby you should get about 2 weeks of battery life, while mixed usage will see the Suunto 5 last just about a week and 20 hours in training. This no doubt is quite impressive, ensuring you can go long on a single charge, allowing you to focus on your goals.
There is also an intelligent battery modes that inform you to charge up the device, helping you stay connected.
Waterproof Rating
The Suunto 5 rated 5ATM is water resistant up to 50 meters which means it safe to wear this device to the shower, under the rain, to the pool or perhaps to ocean. A great deal for avid swimmers considering the inherent inbuilt swim tracking features that tracks your activities while swimming.
Activity/Fitness Tracking
The Suunto 5 being a multisport GPS smartwatch is loaded with lots of fitness tracking features that makes this device a great deal for pro athletes and fitness enthusiasts. There are about 80 sport modes to choose from, meaning you favorites sport modes are most definitely included.
You can as well create your customized sport modes, while the Suunto 5 can track your steps, calories, pace, routes, distance, fitness level and more.
Fitness tracking features includes;
- It tracks VO2 max helping you monitor stress level and your overall fitness level including recovery from your last work out. This will help you plan well according to your fitness level, so you can be more productive without breaking down.
- It features 24/7 activity tracking that tracks your steps, calories, and sleep.
- There is also the adaptive training guidance that offers an adaptive 7-day training plan with optimal training durations and intensity.
- With GPS inbuilt, the Suunto 5 helps you plan your next adventure with options to choose from the Suunto APP the most common routes.
Notifications
With Bluetooth, the Suunto 5 keeps you connected to all that matters to you. It’s compatible with both Android and iOS devices which when paired is able to alert you when there’s a new notification from your phone. So, you never get to miss important updates like messages, email and missed calls.
Pros
- Classic and elegant design.
- It is swim-proof.
- Built with durable materials.
- A comprehensive fitness tracker.
- Impressive long battery life.
Cons
- Lacks onboard music storage.