The Garmin Descent™ X50i is Garmin's most advanced dedicated dive computer, designed for recreational, technical, and CCR divers who demand exceptional visibility, powerful navigation, and cutting-edge underwater technology.
Featuring a vibrant 3-inch full-color touchscreen, leakproof metal buttons, and support for air integration, diver-to-diver messaging, and preloaded DiveView™ maps, the Descent X50i delivers critical dive information exactly when you need it.
Whether you're exploring local reefs, diving deep wrecks, or planning technical decompression dives, the X50i provides the confidence and functionality to take your diving further.
Why We Like the Garmin Descent™ X50i
Large 3" Color Touchscreen
The vivid 3-inch color display makes dive information easy to read at a glance, while the responsive touchscreen simplifies setup and navigation on the surface. Underwater, glove-friendly leakproof metal buttons provide reliable control.
Air Integration
Pair with the Garmin Descent™ T2 Transceiver (sold separately) to monitor real-time tank pressure, gas consumption, and remaining gas throughout your dive. The X50i supports up to eight T2 transmitters, making it an excellent choice for technical divers and instructors.
Diver-to-Diver Messaging
Using Garmin's SubWave™ sonar technology, send preset underwater messages and monitor nearby connected divers for added awareness and communication during the dive.
DiveView™ Maps & Surface GPS
Preloaded bathymetric maps covering over 4,000 dive sites worldwide help you plan your dives, while Surface GPS automatically records entry and exit locations for your dive log.
Advanced Dive Planning
Plan decompression dives directly on the device with support for multiple gas mixes, configurable gradient factors, and Garmin's implementation of the Bühlmann ZHL-16C decompression algorithm.
Bluetooth® & Wi-Fi Connectivity
Sync your dive logs wirelessly to the Garmin Dive™ App, receive software updates, and review or share your dives after every adventure.
Integrated Backup Dive Light
A built-in dive light provides added visibility for reading gauges, checking equipment, or navigating in low-light environments.
Dive Modes
- Single Gas (Air)
- Nitrox
- Multi-Gas
- Trimix
- Closed Circuit Rebreather (CCR)
- Gauge
- Apnea / Freedive
Battery & Durability
The Descent X50i is rated to 200 meters (20 ATM) and is built with a durable sapphire lens and leakproof metal buttons for demanding dive environments.
Battery life varies by brightness setting and usage, providing up to 20 hours in Night Dive mode and extended runtime for recreational and technical diving.
Specs
Display: 3" Full-Color Touchscreen (640 × 360)
Algorithm: Bühlmann ZHL-16C with configurable Gradient Factors
Dive Modes:
- Single Gas
- Nitrox
- Multi-Gas
- Trimix
- CCR
- Gauge
- Apnea
Air Integration:
- Compatible with Garmin Descent™ T2 Transceiver
- Supports up to 8 transmitters
Navigation:
- DiveView™ Maps
- Surface GPS
- 3-Axis Digital Compass
Connectivity:
- Bluetooth®
- Wi-Fi
- Garmin Dive™ App Compatible
Water Rating:
- 20 ATM (200 m)
Controls:
- Touchscreen (surface use)
- Leakproof metal buttons
Blue Holic Tip 🌊
The Garmin Descent X50i is built for divers who want it all. From recreational weekend dives to advanced technical expeditions, its large display, air integration, underwater messaging, and advanced navigation tools make it one of the most capable dive computers Garmin has ever produced. Pair it with the Garmin Descent™ T2 Transceiver to unlock full air integration and take advantage of everything the X50i has to offer.