The new Garmin DescentTM Mk3 series - discover a deeper connection

2023-11-13 15:51:00 / Manufacturer News
The new Garmin DescentTM Mk3 series - discover a deeper connection - The new Garmin DescentTM Mk3 series - discover a deeper connection
Descent Mk3 Serie

Explore the fascinating world of the deep with the Garmin Descent™ Mk3, the ultimate dive computer designed specifically for demanding divers like you. This robustly designed dive companion combines state-of-the-art technology with an appealing design to give you unforgettable diving experiences.

The outstanding AMOLED touch display of the Descent™ Mk3 not only offers impressive brightness, but also intuitive operation that gives you effortless access to all functions. The up to 20 ATM waterproof housing guarantees reliable water resistance so that you can tackle even the most spectacular deep dives.

The outstanding AMOLED touch display of the Descent™ Mk3 not only offers impressive brightness, but also intuitive operation that gives you effortless access to all functions. The up to 20 ATM waterproof housing guarantees reliable water resistance so that you can tackle even the most spectacular deep dives.

For a comprehensive analysis of your dive parameters, simply pair the Descent™️ T2 transceiver (sold separately) with your Descent Mk3i air-integrated dive computer. This provides you with accurate data on your air consumption and breathing rate and creates a precise overview of your saturation and remaining no-decompression time. In addition, the T2 transmitter allows you to track the data of up to eight dive buddies and monitor their tank pressure and distance (available with software update in 2024) and even allows you to exchange underwater messages with your dive buddies thanks to the Diver2diver function (available with software update in 2024). The topographic DiveView™️ maps offer you orientation at more than 4,000 dive sites worldwide, so you can always find the perfect spot for your next adventure.

The Dive Readiness function of the Descent™ Mk3 gives you completely new insights into your dive readiness and thus enables optimal dive planning. Smart features such as Garmin Pay™ and over 80 sports and outdoor apps accompany you not only underwater, but also in all your activities outside the water.

Dive into the future of diving with the Garmin Descent™ Mk3 - your reliable partner in the depths of the oceans.

Produkthighlights
  • GPS dive computer with AMOLED touch display for better readability underwater 
  • NEW Updated super-robust dive watch design in 43mm/52mm 
  • Battery life for a weekend of diving (Stretch Goal of the Mk3i 43mm
  • NEW 20ATM - EN 13319 certified/tested to 200m 
  • NEW SubWave 2.0 wireless air integration on both sizes 
  • NEW DiveView maps - worldwide topographical representation of the seabed 
  • Five dive modes incl. trimix support and decompression algorithm 
  • Integrated dive planner | 3D dive compass | rebreather mode | decompression stop and time 
  • NEW Dive Readiness - guidance based on DCS risk factors 
  • NEW Reliable WHR biometrics on the surface - spO2 & HR 
  • NEW Reliable WHR biometrics during the dive (Stretch Goal)  
  • NEW SubWave 2.0 together with T2 
  • NEW Buddy Tracking - distance and depth of dive buddy + distance alarm 
  • NEW Diver2Diver messages - from the watch via T2 to the other diver (30 m) 
  • Integration of a wireless air pressure sensor for up to 8 tanks 
  • NEW Multiband GNSS 
  • 3D compass | depth gauge | water temperature | barometric altimeter | gyroscope | accelerometer | Gen4 WHR
garmin mk3 features
Comparison table series Mk2 and series Mk3
DESCENT Mk2S DESCENT Mk2 DESCENT Mk2i DESCENT Mk3 43mm DESCENT Mk3i 43mm DESCENT Mk3i 51mm
Product measurements 43 x 43 x 14,15 mm 52 x 52 x 17,8 mm 52 x 52 x 17,8 mm 43 x 43 x 14,15 mm 43 x 43 x 14,3 mm 51 x 51 x 16,4 mm
Product measurements 60 g 103,8 g 99,6 g /
160,3 g (Titanium strap)
72,5 g 68,3 g 105,6 g / 
165,9g (Titanium strap)
Lens material Sapphire glass Sapphire glass Sapphire glass Sapphire glass Sapphire glass Sapphire glass
Lünette / Gehäuserückseite Stainless steel Stainless steel DLC Titanium Stainless steel PVD- Titanium / DLC Titanium DLC Titanium
Display type Transflective MIP Transflective MIP Transflective MIP AMOLED touch display AMOLED touch display AMOLED touch display
Display diagonal 1,2“ (30,4 mm) 1,4“ (35,56 mm) 1,4“ (35,56 mm) 1,2“ (30,4 mm) 1,2“ (30,4 mm) 1,4“ (35,56 mm)
Display resolution 240 x 240 pixel 280 x 280 pixel 280 x 280 pixel 390 x 390 pixel 390 x 390 pixel 454 x 454 pixel
Internal memory capacity 32  GB 32  GB 32  GB 32  GB 32  GB 32  GB
Battery type Lithium ion Lithium ion Lithium ion Lithium ion Lithium ion Lithium ion
Battery runtime
Smart watch up to:
GPS mode up to: 
Dive mode up to: 
7 days
18 hours
30 hours
16 days
48 hours
80 hours
16 days
48 hours
80 hours
10 days
28 hours
30 hours
10 days
28 hours
30 hours
25 days
76 hours
66 hours
Touch screen + keys ○| ● ○| ● ○| ● ● | ● ● | ● ● | ●
Waterproofness6 100 m 100 m 100 m 200 m 200 m 200 m
Air integration

Up to 5 Descent T1

Up to 8 Descent T2
 
 

Up to 5 Descent T1

Up to 8 Descent T2
 

Up to 5 Descent T1

Up to 8 Descent T2
 

SubWave™ technology 1.0 1.0 1.0 2.01 2.01 2.01
Diver2Diver Messages*
Diver Distance*
DiveReadiness
DiveView Maps
Dive compass
Dive modes and dive logbook
GPS entry and exit point
SatIQ
Flashlight
Illuminated mode
Variometer
Tides  
InReach compatibility2
Heart rate measurement4 on the wrist
Pulse Ox4 Sensor
Sport apps 60+ 60+ 60+ 80+ 80+ 80+
Smart Notifications7
Garmin Music
Garmin Pay5
Bluetooth | ANT+ | WLAN ● | ● | ● ● | ● | ● ● | ● | ● ● | ● | ● ● | ● | ● ● | ● | ●
*Available with software update in 2024
1 GPS tracking does not work under water.
2 Active satellite subscription required. In some jurisdictions, the use of satellite communication devices is regulated or prohibited by law. It is your responsibility to know and comply with all applicable laws in the jurisdictions where the device is to be used.
is to be used.
​​​​​3 Accuracy of fitness tracker data and fitness values.
4 This is not a medical device and is not intended to diagnose or monitor a medical condition; see Garmin.com/ataccuracy for details. Pulse Ox is not available in all countries. ​​​​​​​
5 For details on currently supported regions, payment networks, and banks, see Garmin.com/garminpay/banks. 
6 Details at Garmin.com/waterrating.
7 In conjunction with a compatible smartphone; more at Garmin.com/ble.
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