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Garmin Descent X50i

$1,499.99

Bigger. Bolder. Brighter. The Descent X50i dive computer features a 3-inch touchscreen display to show your dive stats in stunning detail.

Item: 010-02853-00

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Details & Specifications

Overview

  • 3-inch vibrant color touchscreen display1 makes data more visible
  • 20 atm dive-rated with leakproof buttons
  • SubWave™ sonar-based diver messaging2
  • Choose from multiple dive modes
  • Diveview™ color maps with depth contours and dive sites
  • Integrated backup dive light shows you the way

What You'll Love

3-Inch Vibrant Color Touchscreen Display

The large color screen allows for more data to be visible and makes critical information such as the projected ascent dive profile and in-dive depth chart easily readable at a glance. And the touchscreen makes setup easy above the surface1.

Air Integration

Pair with our Descent™ T2 transceivers (sold separately) for integrated tank pressure monitoring of up to 8 tanks via the SubWave sonar data network.

SubWave Sonar Networking

Exchange preset diver-to-diver messages up to 30 meters as well as monitor tank pressure, depth and distance for up to 8 divers within a range of 10 meters2.

Diveview Maps

An extension of preloaded TopoActive maps, DiveView maps offer bathymetric depth contours for 4,000+ dive sites to help you find where to dive and provide information to prepare you.

Technical Data Fields

See multiple data fields that will help you understand your current decompression needs and make real-time decisions with confidence.

Built for New Depths

The Descent X50i dive computer features a sapphire lens, integrated dive light, 20 ATM dive rating and leakproof metal buttons — ready for you to take on the most technical dives.

Diving

Dynamic Depth Chart

See your depth history during a dive, and get a clear understanding of where you have been and how it affects your decompression plan to help guide your ascent.

Dive Bands

Descent X50i features dual elastic bands designed for both comfort and durability, rigorously tested to ensure longevity in harsh conditions.

Dive Log

Store and review data for all your dives — and share via the Garmin Dive™ app.

Customizable Dive Modes

Add additional screens for each dive mode that features the fields you want to see.

Surface GPS

Track your surface entry and exit points with advanced satellite connectivity.

Garmin Dive App

Pair the app with your Descent dive computer to automatically sync and upload your dive logs.

Dive Compass

Built-in ABC sensors, including an underwater compass, help navigate every part of your dive.

Surface Navigation

Use this GPS tool for surface navigation to a dive site, so you can drop right onto your target every time.

NDL Aware™ Depth Metrics

Extend your bottom time with NDL Aware depth metrics that work in real time to show how specific depth changes can impact your no-decompression limit (NDL).

Flip-Screen Mode

If desired, you can orient the buttons on top of the display.

Tide and Weather Data

Pair with your compatible smartphone to stay up to date on ocean and weather conditions.

Setup Sharing

Before a dive, avoid manually entering dive settings across both your primary and backup dive computers. Instead, seamlessly synchronize two compatible Descent dive computers, ensuring that each can function as a fully interchangeable backup to the other. You can sync dive settings such as gases, conservatism and alerts.

Sidemount Tank Switch Guidance

When diving with sidemounted tanks, receive visual guidance on your compatible Descent dive computer paired with a Descent™ T2 transceiver as a reminder to switch tanks at a preset pressure value. This allows you to keep tank buoyancy balanced and properly manage a redundant gas supply throughout your dive.

Pair to an inReach® Device

Remotely trigger an SOS message while above the surface3. Plus, sync your Divers Alert Network (DAN) ID for added support (DAN membership required).

Important Notes

  1. Touchscreen display only functions on the surface ↩
  2. Additional equipment (sold separately) and device pairing required ↩
  3. Sold separately; active satellite subscription required. Some jurisdictions regulate or prohibit the use of satellite communication devices. It is the responsibility of the user to know and follow all applicable laws in the jurisdictions where the device is intended to be used. ↩

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Specifications

Diving Features

Dive Activity Maximum Operating Depth 200 meters
Single-Gas Mode Yes
Multi-Gas Mode Yes
Gauge Mode Yes
Decompression Model Bühlmann ZHL-16c with gradient factors
Nitrox Support Yes
Trimix Support Yes
Closed Circuit Rebreather (CCR) Yes
Gas Mixes Air, Nitrox and Trimix, up to 100% O2; 1 bottom gas and up to 11 deco and/or backup gasses.
PO2 Up to 2.0 with customizable deco PO2 setting
SubWave™ Support Yes
Air Integration Yes (via Subwave™)
Number of Transmitters Supported 8
Gas Time Remaining Yes
Gas Consumption Rate Yes
Auto Start/End Dive Yes
Custom End-Dive Timeout Yes (20s to 10 m)
Safety Stop Yes (customizable off/3min/5min)
Deep Stops Yes (using custom gradient factors)
Customizable Conservatism Yes (low/medium/high or custom using gradient factors)
Dive Ascent/Descent Rate Indicator Yes
Automatic Altitude Adjustment Yes
No Fly Time Yes
Dive Planner Yes (basic NDL + multi-gas deco planner)
Tides Yes
Backlight Yes (configurable time and intensity; auto-on at depth)
Automatically Saves Dive Entry and Exit Locations Yes
Sync Dive Log to Garmin Dive™ Mobile App Yes
Custom Dive Data Screens Yes
Alerts and Alarms Audible and vibration alarms for ascent rate, PO2, OTU, NDL, deco, gas switching, tank pressure, gas consumption rate. Customizable (up to 40) audible and/or vibration per dive mode, based on depth or time
3-Axis Dive Compass Yes (with adjustable heading, quick change to 90R, 90L and reciprocal). Indicates degrees and direction back to set heading
Missed Deco Lockout Yes (can be disabled prior to dive with user acknowledgement)
Residual Tissue Loading Reset Yes (on the surface with user acknowledgement)
Surface Diver Status Widget Yes (surface interval, N2/HE loading, CNS, OTU and tissue compartment status)
Flip-Screen Mode Yes
NDL Aware Depth Metrics Yes
Side Mount Yes
Dive Setting Sync Yes

General

Strap Material Elastic nylon with adjustment locking buckles
Lens Material Sapphire crystal
Bezel Material Fiber-reinforced polymer
Case Material Fiber-reinforced polymer
Quickfit® Watch Band Compatible Yes (20 mm)
Physical Size 62.4 x 98.3 x 24.5 mm
Nylon band: 38 cm
Weight No bands: 253 g
nylon band (band and buckle): 280 g
Leakproof Inductive Buttons Yes
Display Size 3.0" diagonal
Display Resolution 640 x 360 pixels RGB
Color Display Yes
Battery Life Medium brightness (default): 16 hours
High brightness: 13 hours
Night dive: 20 hours
Charging Method Garmin proprietary clip charger
Memory/History 32 GB

Summary Specifications

Built-In Mapping Yes
LED Flashlight Yes
Display Type LCD
Touchscreen Yes
Water Rating Dive (200 meters)

Clock Features

Time/Date Yes
GPS Time Sync Yes
Automatic Daylight Saving Time Yes
Stopwatch Yes
Sunrise/Sunset Times Yes

Sensors

GPS Yes
Glonass Yes
Galileo Yes
Compass Yes
Gyroscope Yes
Accelerometer Yes
Thermometer Yes
Ambient Light Sensor Yes
Depth Sensor Yes

Daily Smart Features

Connectivity BLUETOOTH®, ANT+®, Wi-Fi®, Subwave™
Text Response/Reject Phone Call with Text (Android™ Only) Yes
Weather Forecasts Yes
Smartphone Compatibility iPhone®, Android™
Passcode Yes

Tactical Features

Dual Grid Coordinates Yes

Training, Planning and Analysis Features

GPS Speed and Distance Yes
Touch And/Or Button Lock Yes
Shortcuts Yes
Activity History on Watch Yes

Outdoor Recreation

Distance to Destination Yes
GPS Coordinates Yes

Mapping & Navigation

Point-To-Point Navigation Yes
Reference Point Yes
Preloaded Road and Trail Maps Yes
Downloadable Cartography Support Yes

In the Box

  • Descent X50i dive computer with nylon straps
  • Carrying case
  • Charging/data cable
  • Band removal tool
  • Documentation
  • Descent X50i and Descent T2 Bundle
  • Descent X50i dive computer with nylon straps
  • Descent T2 transceiver
  • Carrying case (for X50i)
  • Charging/data cable (for X50i)
  • Band removal tool (for X50i)
  • Air spool (for T2)
  • Documentation
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