Garmin Forerunner 245 Technical Specifications
Release year: 2019
Display: 1.2-inch transflective Memory-in-Pixel (MIP), resolution 240 x 240 pixels, sunlight-visible, Corning Gorilla Glass 3
Processor & Memory: Custom Garmin OS, 200 hours of activity data storage (Music edition includes 3.5GB storage for up to 500 songs)
Design
The Garmin Forerunner 245 features a lightweight and durable design built for runners. Constructed with a fiber-reinforced polymer case and bezel, paired with an industry-standard 20mm quick-release silicone strap. The watch measures 42.3 x 42.3 x 12.2 mm and weighs just 38.5 grams. It features an IP-equivalent water rating of 5 ATM (50 meters water resistance), making it suitable for swimming and showering. Navigation is operated via five physical side buttons designed for easy operation during workouts.
Display
The 1.2-inch circular MIP display provides high visibility even under direct sunlight without draining battery life. Protected by Corning Gorilla Glass 3, the screen offers a crisp 240 x 240 pixel resolution. The color display remains constantly on, allowing users to check metrics and time at a glance.
Performance and Sensors
Equipped with Garmin Elevate optical wrist heart rate sensor, Pulse Ox blood oxygen saturation sensor, accelerometer, and compass. Multi-GNSS satellite support includes GPS, GLONASS, and Galileo for accurate tracking during outdoor activities. The watch tracks advanced training metrics such as VO2 Max, Training Status, Training Load, Recovery Time, Body Battery energy monitoring, and advanced sleep tracking.
Battery and Connectivity
The integrated rechargeable lithium-ion battery delivers up to 7 days of use in Smartwatch Mode and up to 24 hours of continuous tracking in GPS Mode. (The Music variant offers up to 6 hours in GPS Mode with continuous music playback). Connectivity includes Bluetooth, ANT+, and Smart Notifications for call, text, and app alerts from iOS and Android smartphones (the Music version adds Wi-Fi connectivity for playlist syncing).