Garmin Forerunner 165 Music GPS Running Smartwatch with Audio
Garmin Forerunner 165 Music GPS Running Smartwatch with Audio - Music / Berry/Lilac is backordered and will ship as soon as it is back in stock.
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Product Information
The Garmin Forerunner 165 Music is a GPS running smartwatch with a 1.2-inch AMOLED touchscreen display, on-watch music storage for up to 4 GB of downloaded playlists and up to 11 days of battery life in smartwatch mode or 19 hours in GPS mode. It is the music-equipped version of the Forerunner 165 series, adding Spotify, Deezer and Amazon Music downloads plus audio prompts through Bluetooth headphones.
Who it is for
This watch suits runners and multisport athletes who want structured training guidance and phone-free music on the move. With more than 25 activity profiles covering trail running, open water swimming, cycling, pickleball, tennis, strength, HIIT, cardio, yoga and Pilates, it works for everything from a first 5K through half-marathon and marathon training. Its 5 ATM water rating makes it swim-ready for pool and open water sessions, and as a surface training watch it is a natural companion for divers who log swim and fitness work between dives.
Key details
- 1.2-inch AMOLED display, 390 x 390 pixels, with a responsive touchscreen plus the traditional Garmin 5-button layout.
- Rechargeable built-in lithium-ion battery: up to 11 days smartwatch mode, up to 19 hours GPS mode.
- Water rating of 5 ATM, equivalent to pressure at a depth of 50 m.
- Up to 4 GB of media storage for songs and playlists.
- Running power and dynamics, including cadence, stride length and ground contact time.
- Health tracking: wrist-based heart rate, Pulse Ox, sleep stages and Sleep Score, nap detection, Body Battery, stress, HRV status and fitness age.
- Operating temperature of -20 to 60 C (-4 to 140 F); charging temperature of 0 to 45 C (32 to 113 F).
Compatibility and sizing
Pairs with iPhone and Android smartphones through the Garmin Connect app, with watch faces and apps from the Connect IQ Store. Music downloads require a Spotify, Deezer or Amazon Music account, and audio playback needs Bluetooth headphones, which are not included. Four colors are offered: Berry/Lilac, Black/Slate Gray, Mist Gray/Whitestone and Turquoise/Aqua.
What's in the box
- Garmin Forerunner 165 Music smartwatch
- USB-C charging cable
- Quick start guide
DiveCatalog.com is an authorized Garmin dealer and a dive shop in Irvine, California since 2003. Call or chat with us at 888-701-4017 if you have questions about color options, compatibility or which Forerunner 165 version fits your training.
- 1.2-inch AMOLED display Bright 390 x 390 pixel touchscreen paired with a traditional 5-button design.
- Up to 11 days of battery Rechargeable built-in lithium-ion battery delivers up to 11 days in smartwatch mode and up to 19 hours in GPS mode.
- Built-in music storage Up to 4 GB of media storage for playlists downloaded from Spotify, Deezer or Amazon Music accounts for phone-free listening.
- Audio prompts Guided workout cues play through Bluetooth headphones, which are not included.
- Advanced running dynamics Wrist-based running power plus cadence, stride length and ground contact time.
- Adaptive training and race predictions Race adaptive training plans with completion time predictions, free Garmin Coach 5K, 10K and half-marathon plans, PacePro grade-adjusted pacing and Training Effect metrics.
- Health and recovery monitoring Wrist-based heart rate, Pulse Ox, sleep stages and Sleep Score, nap detection, Body Battery, stress tracking, HRV status, fitness age and women's health tracking.
- Over 25 activity profiles Covers trail running, open water swimming, cycling, pickleball, tennis, strength, HIIT, cardio, yoga and Pilates.
- 5 ATM water rating Withstands pressure equivalent to a depth of 50 m, so it is ready for pool and open water swimming.
- Safety features Incident detection with emergency contact alerts, plus LiveTrack and assistance alerts for outdoor sessions.
- Smart connectivity Smart notifications for emails, texts and alerts, Garmin Pay contactless payments and Connect IQ Store apps and watch faces.
- Courses and navigation support Create custom courses and sync them from the Garmin Connect app.
| Model | Forerunner 165 Music |
| Display | 1.2-inch AMOLED, 390 x 390 pixels |
| Controls | Touchscreen plus 5-button design |
| Battery life (smartwatch mode) | Up to 11 days |
| Battery life (GPS mode) | Up to 19 hours |
| Battery type | Rechargeable, built-in lithium-ion |
| Water rating | Swim, 5 ATM (pressure equivalent to a depth of 50 m) |
| Media storage | Up to 4 GB |
| Weight | 39 g with silicone strap |
| Sensors | GPS, GLONASS, Galileo, wrist-based heart rate, Pulse Ox, barometric altimeter |
| Connectivity | Bluetooth, ANT+, Wi-Fi |
| Phone compatibility | iPhone, Android, Garmin Connect app, Connect IQ Store |
| Music services | Spotify, Deezer, Amazon Music |
| Activity profiles | Over 25, including running, cycling, swimming, HIIT and yoga |
| Operating temperature | -20 to 60 C (-4 to 140 F) |
| Charging temperature | 0 to 45 C (32 to 113 F) |
| EU wireless frequency | 2.4 GHz at 15.94 dBm maximum |
| EU SAR values | 1.04 W/kg torso, 0.41 W/kg limb |
| Colors | Berry/Lilac, Black/Slate Gray, Mist Gray/Whitestone, Turquoise/Aqua |
| Part numbers | 010-02863-33, 010-02863-30, 010-02863-31, 010-02863-32 |
- Garmin Forerunner 165 Music smartwatch
- USB-C charging cable
- Quick start guide
⚠️ WARNING: This product contains chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer, birth defects, or other reproductive harm. For more information, visit www.P65Warnings.ca.gov.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the difference between the Forerunner 165 Music and the standard Forerunner 165?
The Music version adds on-watch music storage and playback. It holds up to 4 GB of media, so you can download songs and playlists from a Spotify, Deezer or Amazon Music account and listen through Bluetooth headphones without carrying your phone. It also delivers audio prompts for guided workouts. Running dynamics, health monitoring and safety features are shared with the base Forerunner 165, which lacks music storage.
Can I swim with the Garmin Forerunner 165 Music?
Yes. The Forerunner 165 Music carries a 5 ATM swim water rating, meaning it withstands pressure equivalent to a depth of 50 m, and open water swimming is one of its more than 25 activity profiles. It is built for pool and open water training rather than scuba diving, so use a dedicated dive computer for your dives.
Do I need headphones to use the music feature?
Yes. Bluetooth headphones are required for music playback and audio workout prompts, and they are not included with the watch. You also need an account with Spotify, Deezer or Amazon Music to download playlists to the watch's 4 GB of media storage. Pairing and playlist syncing are handled through the Garmin Connect app on an iPhone or Android phone.
How long does the battery last and how is it charged?
The Forerunner 165 Music uses a rechargeable, built-in lithium-ion battery rated for up to 11 days in smartwatch mode and up to 19 hours in GPS mode. It charges with the included USB-C cable. Garmin specifies a charging temperature range of 0 to 45 C (32 to 113 F) and an operating range of -20 to 60 C (-4 to 140 F).
Review summary
Reviewers consistently point to battery life that runs for days, including during music playback, and an easy setup through Garmin Connect. The color touchscreen with button controls reads clearly, and run mapping with pace detail gets specific praise. Several upgraded from older Forerunners or a Fitbit and found tracking across running, cycling, and swimming held up. Phone notifications come through on iPhone. Good to know: wrist heart rate felt less reliable than a chest strap for intervals. A solid fit for runners and multisport athletes who want offline music and daily health tracking.
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