Written by Ernie in Golf Tips Last Updated August 23, 2026
The Leupold GX-1i3 rangefinder combines a 700-yard published maximum range with 6× magnification and a published accuracy of ±0.5 yd. The published flag range is 400 yards, equal to 57% of the total ranging claim. Derived comparison data works out to 102.9 yd of range per ounce, 52/100 portability efficiency and 13/100 range efficiency.
Golf rangefinder specifications
Leupold · GX-1i3 · Laser
Year: 2018Max range: 700 ydMagnification: 6×Accuracy: ±0.5 ydWeight: 6.8 oz
6.8 ozWeight
Rangefinder benchmarks
How this model compares
Benchmarks compare this rangefinder with the other dense-spec models in this database.
Maximum range
Below average
700 yd
Low300 yd
This model700 yd
Average997 yd
High1600 yd
Weight
Near average
6.8 oz
Low3.7 oz
This model6.8 oz
Average7 oz
High14 oz
Magnification
Near average
6×
Low4×
This model6×
Average6×
High7×
Portability efficiency
Near average
52/100
Low1/100
This model52/100
Average46/100
High98/100
At a glance
Rangefinder profile
Slope compensationNo
GPSNo
StabilizationNo
Cart magnetNo
RechargeableNo
Weather ratingNot published
Overview
Model information
Manufacturer
Leupold
Model
GX-1i3
Category
Golf Rangefinder
Release year
2018
Status
Legacy / discontinued
Rangefinder type
Laser
Derived numeric specs
Useful comparison metrics
These figures are calculated from the published measurements above to make size, range and portability easier to compare.
Range & portability efficiency
Range per ounce102.9 yd/oz
Flag range per ounce58.8 yd/oz
Flag range vs total57%
Body volume15 cu in
Range per cubic inch46.7 yd/cu in
Calculated exit pupil3.83 mm
Compactness index73/100
Portability efficiency52/100
Range efficiency13/100
What the numbers mean
Search profile6x golf rangefinder
Portability classMidweight
Range classStandard range
Feature classStraight-distance laser
Best forStraightforward pin-distance measurement
Full specifications
Technical details
Laser & ranging
Maximum range700 yd
Flag range400 yd
Minimum range6 yd
Accuracy±0.5 yd
Measurement speedNot published
Scan modeOne-Touch Scan
Flag lockFlag Lock
Lock feedbackNot published
Optics & display
Magnification6×
Objective lens23 mm
Field of view320 ft @ 1000 yd
Eye relief14 mm
Exit pupil3.6 mm
DisplayNot published
Display colorNot published
Diopter adjustmentNot published
Slope, tournament & smart features
Slope compensationNo
Slope toggleNot published
Tournament legalYes
Tournament indicatorNot published
Image stabilizationNo
GPS built inNot published
BluetoothNot published
Smartphone appNot published
Power, size & protection
Battery typeCR2
RechargeableNo
Battery life>6000 actuations
Charging portNot published
DimensionsDimensions or weight not fully published
Weight6.8 oz / 193 g
Water ratingNot published
Warranty5 years
Derived comparison
Practical rangefinder snapshot
Calculated from the published specifications to make range, size and portability easier to compare.
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