Descent Mk3 / Mk3i vs Descent Mk2 / Mk2i
6 of 8 tracked specs changed between 2020-10 and 2023-11; launch price moved from $1099 to $1399.
What changed: weight (with band), display, sizes, dive modes, air integration, signature.
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| Descent Mk3 / Mk3i2023-11 | Descent Mk2 / Mk2i2020-10 | |
|---|---|---|
| Launch price | $1399 | $1099 |
| Weight (with band) | Mk3 43 mm: 72.5 g; Mk3i 51 mm: 105.6 g | 103.8 / 99.6 g (Mk2 / Mk2i); Mk2S: 60 g |
| Display | 1.2″ / 1.4″ AMOLED | 1.4″ MIP |
| Sizes | 43 / 51 mm | 52 mm; 43 mm (Mk2 S) |
| Dive modes | Multi-gas, apnea, gauge, cave | Multi-gas, apnea, gauge |
| Air integration | Mk3i + T1, SubWave | Mk2i + T1, SubWave |
| Maps | TopoActive + BlueChart | TopoActive + BlueChart |
| Music storage | Yes | Yes |
| Signature | AMOLED below the surface | Ecosystem play: T1 tank pods |
Battery figures are launch-day claims.
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