Garmin Dash Cam X310 Wins
Winner
Garmin Dash Cam X310 compact 4K dash camera

Garmin Dash Cam X310

8.9

Drivers who prioritize smart features, app quality, and brand reliability over raw value

VS
VIOFO A119M Pro 4K HDR mini dash cam

VIOFO A119M Pro

8.2

Budget buyers who want true 4K HDR with STARVIS 2 quality from a proven brand

Marcus Rivera
Marcus Rivera

Score Comparison

Criteria
Garmin Dash Cam X310
VIOFO A119M Pro
Overall Score
8.9
8.2
Video Quality
9.2
8.5
Night Vision
8.8
8.5
Smart Features
9.0
6.5
Build & Reliability
9.5
8.5
Ease of Use
9.2
8.0
Field of View
8.5
8.0
Value
7.5
9.0

Pricing & Features

Specification
Garmin Dash Cam X310
VIOFO A119M Pro
Price
$400
$140
Released
01-Oct-24
01-Nov-25

Making Your Decision

Garmin Dash Cam X310 logo

When to Choose Garmin Dash Cam X310

Drivers who prioritize smart features, app quality, and brand reliability over raw value

The Garmin Dash Cam X310 combines 4K video with Garmin's best-in-class software ecosystem. Incident detection, cloud backup, and the polished Garmin Drive app make it the smartest single-channel dash cam available — but at $400 for front-only, you're paying a premium for the Garmin experience.

Strengths

  • Best-in-class Garmin Drive app with incident detection and cloud backup
  • Compact, discreet design that hides behind the rearview mirror
  • Excellent build quality backed by Garmin's reliability reputation
  • Voice control and GPS with speed/location overlay on footage

Limitations

  • Single-channel only at $400 — no rear camera included
  • Higher price for a front-only camera compared to dual-channel competitors
  • Cloud backup requires Garmin Connect subscription
VIOFO A119M Pro logo

When to Choose VIOFO A119M Pro

Budget buyers who want true 4K HDR with STARVIS 2 quality from a proven brand

The VIOFO A119M Pro delivers premium 4K HDR sensor quality at a budget price. Sony STARVIS 2 and Wi-Fi 6 at $140 is exceptional value. It's a no-frills single-channel camera, but for drivers who want the best possible footage quality without breaking the bank, it's our top budget pick.

Strengths

  • True 4K HDR with Sony STARVIS 2 sensor at the lowest price in our 4K lineup
  • Wi-Fi 6 for fast transfers — rare at this price point
  • Voice control and GPS built-in
  • Proven VIOFO reliability with supercapacitor design

Limitations

  • Single-channel front only — no rear camera
  • No cloud features or LTE connectivity
  • Basic app compared to Garmin or BlackVue offerings

Ready to Get Started?

Garmin Dash Cam X310 compact 4K dash camera

Garmin Dash Cam X310

Score: 8.9
VIOFO A119M Pro 4K HDR mini dash cam

VIOFO A119M Pro

Score: 8.2