Forerunner 165 Music

The Garmin Forerunner 165 Music is a lightweight GPS running smartwatch built for runners who want training guidance, health insights and music without carrying their phone. Its bright 1.2-inch AMOLED touchscreen provides clear workout data, while the five-button design makes it easy to control during runs. The watch supports GPS activity tracking, wrist-based heart rate, Pulse Ox, sleep monitoring, Body Battery, recovery insights, daily suggested workouts and more. The Music edition adds onboard music storage, allowing compatible songs and playlists to be downloaded to the watch for phone-free listening with Bluetooth headphones. It offers up to 11 days of smartwatch battery life, while GPS with music playback provides up to 7 hours. The Forerunner 165 Music is available in four color options: Mist Gray, Berry, Aqua and Black.

Key Features

• Display: 1.2-inch AMOLED color touchscreen with 390 x 390 pixel resolution

• GPS Tracking: Built-in GPS and GNSS support for outdoor running and activity tracking

• Music: Download compatible music and playlists for phone-free listening

• Training: Personalized daily suggested workouts, Garmin Coach and adaptive training plans

• Health Tracking: Wrist-based heart rate, Pulse Ox, sleep score, Body Battery and wellness monitoring

• Running Metrics: Track pace, distance, cadence, running power and other performance data

• Recovery: Recovery time and training insights help manage workout intensity

• Sports Profiles: 25+ built-in GPS and indoor sports applications

• Smart Features: Smartphone notifications, Garmin Pay, LiveTrack and Connect IQ support

• Water Resistance: 5 ATM water rating for swimming and everyday water exposure

• Color Options: Mist Gray, Berry, Aqua and Black

Product Specifications

• Brand: Garmin

• Model: Forerunner 165 Music

• Product Type: GPS Running Smartwatch

• Display Type: AMOLED with optional always-on mode

• Display Size: 1.2 inches / 30.4 mm diameter

• Display Resolution: 390 x 390 pixels

• Touchscreen: Yes

• Lens Material: Chemically strengthened glass

• Bezel Material: Fiber-reinforced polymer

• Strap Material: Silicone

• Case Size: 43 x 43 x 11.6 mm

• Wrist Circumference: 126–203 mm

• Weight: 39 g

• Band Size: 20 mm quick-release

• Battery Type: Rechargeable lithium-ion

• Smartwatch Battery Life: Up to 11 days

• Battery Saver Mode: Up to 20 days

• GPS-Only Battery Life: Up to 19 hours

• All-Systems GNSS Battery Life: Up to 17 hours

• GPS With Music: Up to 7 hours

• All-Systems GNSS With Music: Up to 6.5 hours

• Water Rating: 5 ATM

• Memory: 4 GB

• Charging Method: Garmin proprietary plug charger

• Wireless Connectivity: Bluetooth, ANT+, Wi-Fi and NFC

• Available Colors: Mist Gray, Berry, Aqua and Black

Music & Audio Features

• Music Storage: Store compatible audio content directly on the watch for phone-free listening

• Streaming Services: Download songs and playlists from supported services such as Spotify, Deezer and Amazon Music

• Bluetooth Audio: Connect compatible Bluetooth headphones directly to the watch

• Audio Prompts: Hear workout and performance alerts through connected wireless headphones

• Phone-Free Running: Convenience: Listen to downloaded music during compatible workouts without carrying your smartphone

Easy Operation / Usage

• Controls: Use the responsive touchscreen together with five physical buttons for quick navigation

• Workout Tracking: Select a running or activity profile and start the workout to record performance data

• Music Playback: Download compatible music, pair Bluetooth headphones and control playback directly from the watch

• Smartphone Sync: Connect to a compatible smartphone to receive notifications and synchronize data with Garmin Connect

• Data Review: Review workouts, health information and training insights on the watch or through Garmin Connect

• Band Replacement: Compatibility: 20 mm standard quick-release bands can be replaced easily

Why Choose This Product

• Runner Focused: Purpose: Designed specifically for runners with GPS tracking, training tools and performance metrics

• Phone-Free Music: Music: Listen to downloaded playlists through compatible Bluetooth headphones while training

• Bright Display: AMOLED Screen: Makes running statistics and daily information easy to read

• Lightweight: Weight: The 39 g design provides comfortable wear during training and everyday activities

• Long Battery: Battery Life: Up to 11 days in smartwatch mode helps reduce charging frequency

• Training Support: Garmin Coach: Provides structured training options and adaptive guidance for running goals

• Everyday Smartwatch: Connectivity: Combines fitness tracking with notifications, Garmin Pay and other smart functions

In the Box

• Garmin Forerunner 165 Music smartwatch

• Silicone watch band

• Garmin charging cable

• Documentation