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CMF Watch 3 Pro Review | 126 Data compared

Avg. price:~£90Screen size:1.43 inchBattery life:7.5 daysDisplay type:AMOLED

CMF Watch 3 Pro Review: Compare 126 technical specifications and 22 expert and video reviews to see how this product ranks in the Smartwatches category and whether it is worth buying.

7.3

Overall score

Score
7.3/ 10
✕
What it is
An overall evaluation of the smartwatch's quality, based on technical analyses and user reviews.
When it matters
When you need a quick reference to identify the best smartwatches on the market.
Score distribution
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Score components

70%

7.0

Technical score

30%

7.9

Review score ( 10 · 12)

Review score 30% · 7.9 · based on 22 independent reviews
Every model in this category gets the same split: reviews 30%, technical score 70%. This model has enough reviews, so its review score is the weighted average of their grades. 10 more reviews are not scored yet.
â–²Better than 69% of smartwatches
7.0

Technical score

Technical score
7.0/ 10
✕
What it is
An assessment of the smartwatchx27s technical performance, covering seven key areas: health, fitness, display & design, hardware, battery, smart features and connectivity.
When it matters
When you want to compare smartwatches based on technical performance and available features.
Score distribution
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Score components

24%

6.9

Health

21%

8.4

Fitness

16%

5.9

Battery

14%

6.5

Smart features

12%

6.6

Connectivity

9%

7.5

Display & Design

4%

7.0

Hardware

â–²Better than 68% of smartwatches
7.9

Review score

Review score
7.9/ 10
✕
What it is
Average grade from independent test sites, magazines and video reviewers, 1–10.
How we count it
Grades: Each review's own score is converted to 1–10; without one, we grade the review ourselves.
Weighting: Big test sites count more, short reviews half as much as full tests. A video review counts half.
Share: Reviews are 30% of the overall score for every model in this category; each of the 5 needed reviews that is missing counts as 7/10.
Score distribution
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Grades by review (22)
10 reviews: 6 with a printed score, 4 estimated from the review. 12 video reviews, each counting half as much as a written test. Share in the overall score: 30%, the same for every model in this category.
Text reviews 6
✓ explicit
3
≈ estimated
3
Video reviews 4
estimated from the review
Shop star ratings are not part of this score.
â–²Better than 62% of smartwatches
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Technical Specifications of smartwatch CMF Watch 3 Pro

Technical score
Technical score
7.0/ 10
✕
What it is
An assessment of the smartwatchx27s technical performance, covering seven key areas: health, fitness, display & design, hardware, battery, smart features and connectivity.
When it matters
When you want to compare smartwatches based on technical performance and available features.
Score distribution
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Score components:

24%

6.9

Health

21%

8.4

Fitness

16%

5.9

Battery

14%

6.5

Smart features

12%

6.6

Connectivity

9%

7.5

Display & Design

4%

7.0

Hardware

7.0
Review score
Review score
7.9/ 10
✕
What it is
Average grade from independent test sites, magazines and video reviewers, 1–10.
How we count it
Grades: Each review's own score is converted to 1–10; without one, we grade the review ourselves.
Weighting: Big test sites count more, short reviews half as much as full tests. A video review counts half.
Share: Reviews are 30% of the overall score for every model in this category; each of the 5 needed reviews that is missing counts as 7/10.
Score distribution
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Grades by review (22)
10 reviews: 6 with a printed score, 4 estimated from the review. 12 video reviews, each counting half as much as a written test. Share in the overall score: 30%, the same for every model in this category.
Text reviews 6
✓ explicit
3
≈ estimated
3
Video reviews 4
estimated from the review
Shop star ratings are not part of this score.
7.9
Popularity
Popularity
8.4/ 10
✕
What it is
An indicator based on the number of reviews received by the smartwatch.
When it matters
When you prefer to purchase a product chosen and reviewed by many other consumers.
Score distribution
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Popularity:
CMF Watch 3 Pro has a popularity of 8.4 points, which is higher than 76.7% of smartwatches.
8.4
Value for money
Value for money
8.1/ 10
✕
What it is
An indicator that combines the smartwatch's overall rating with its cost.
When it matters
When you are looking for a smartwatch with a good balance between quality and price.
Score distribution
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Score components:

60%

7.3

Overall score

40%

10

Price

8.1
Brand name
CMF
Heart rate monitor
yes
Heart rate monitor
yes
This smartwatch includes a heart rate monitor. 10.5% of smartwatches include a heart rate monitor.
Blood oxygen monitoring
yes
Blood oxygen monitoring
yes
This smartwatch supports blood oxygen monitoring. 33.4% of smartwatches support blood oxygen monitoring.
ECG
no
ECG
no
This smartwatch does not support ECG. 16.6% of smartwatches support ECG.
Irregular heart rate warnings
?
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What reviewers say
Accelerometer
yes
Accelerometer
yes
This smartwatch includes an accelerometer. 0.6% of smartwatches include an accelerometer.
Barometer
no
Barometer
no
This smartwatch does not include a barometer. 49.6% of smartwatches include a barometer.
Gyroscope
yes
Gyroscope
yes
This smartwatch includes a gyroscope. 30.2% of smartwatches include a gyroscope.
Cadence sensor
no
Cadence sensor
no
This smartwatch does not include a cadence sensor. 31.2% of smartwatches include a cadence sensor.
Distance tracking
yes
Distance tracking
yes
This smartwatch supports distance tracking. 4.1% of smartwatches support distance tracking.
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What reviewers say
Battery life
7.5 days
Battery life
7.5 days
This smartwatch offers a battery life of 7.5 days which is longer than that of 55.9% of smartwatches and equal to that of 0.6% of smartwatches.
Up to 1.8 days without AOD.
Battery life in training mode
25 h
Battery life in training mode
25 h
This smartwatch lasts 25 h in training mode which is longer than 63.9% of smartwatches and equal to that of 1.9% of smartwatches.
Battery life with GPS on
21.75 h
Battery life with GPS on
21.75 h
This smartwatch lasts 21.75 h with GPS on which is longer than 56.8% of smartwatches.
100 with power saving.
Battery power
350 mAh
Battery power
350 mAh
This smartwatch has a battery capacity of 350 mAh which is larger than the batteries in 64.5% of smartwatches and equal to those in 2.1% of smartwatches.
Charge time
99 min
Charge time
99 min
This smartwatch charges in 99 min which is faster than 63.2% of smartwatches.
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What reviewers say
Operating system
Proprietary OS
Operating system
Proprietary OS
This smartwatch runs Proprietary OS which is less advanced than the operating system in 53.5% of smartwatches and the same as that in 42.8% of smartwatches.
OS detail: Proprietary OS (RTOS).
Software update frequency
regular
Software update frequency
regular
This smartwatch has regular software update support which is more active than that of 94% of smartwatches and equal to that of 6% of smartwatches.
Updates are released regularly throughout the year.
Third-party app support
no
Third-party app support
no
This smartwatch does not support third-party apps. 47.7% of smartwatches support third-party apps.
Notifications
yes
Notifications
yes
This smartwatch supports notifications. 0.3% of smartwatches support notifications.
Voice assistant support
yes
Voice assistant support
yes
This smartwatch supports voice assistants. 32.4% of smartwatches support voice assistants.
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What reviewers say
Cellular module
yes
Cellular module
yes
This smartwatch includes a cellular module. 82.2% of smartwatches include a cellular module.
SIM cards
1
SIM cards
1
This smartwatch uses 1 for cellular connectivity which is more advanced than that of 2% of smartwatches and the same as that of 98% of smartwatches.
GPS
yes
GPS
yes
This smartwatch supports GPS. 43.9% of smartwatches support GPS.
Galileo support
yes
Galileo support
yes
This smartwatch supports Galileo navigation. 61.6% of smartwatches support Galileo navigation.
Compass
yes
Compass
yes
This smartwatch includes a compass. 47.5% of smartwatches include a compass.
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What reviewers say
Screen size
1.43 inch
Screen size
1.43 inch
This smartwatch has a screen size of 1.43 inch which is larger than the screens of 56.3% of smartwatches and equal to those of 8.2% of smartwatches.
Display type
AMOLED
Display type
AMOLED
This smartwatch uses a AMOLED display type which is more advanced than that of 49.9% of smartwatches and the same as that of 50.1% of smartwatches.
Resolution
466x 466
Resolution
466x 466
This smartwatch has a display resolution of 466x466 which is higher than that of 87.4% of smartwatches and equal to that of 10.9% of smartwatches.
Pixel density
461 ppi
Pixel density
461 ppi
This smartwatch has a pixel density of 461 ppi which is higher than that of 84.5% of smartwatches and equal to that of 6.5% of smartwatches.
Display brightness
670 nits
Display brightness
670 nits
This smartwatch reaches 670 nits of display brightness, which is higher than that of 54.1% of smartwatches.
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What reviewers say
CPU speed
?
Processor model
Exynos W1000
Processor model
Exynos W1000
This smartwatch uses the Exynos W1000 processor model.
RAM
?
Internal storage
0.25 GB
Internal storage
0.25 GB
This smartwatch uses 0.25 GB for internal storage which is smaller than that of 65.7% of smartwatches and equal to that of 0.8% of smartwatches.
256 MB internal storage.
External memory slot
no
External memory slot
no
This smartwatch does not include an external memory slot. 0.3% of smartwatches include an external memory slot.
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CMF Watch 3 Pro vs the average smartwatch

246810TotalHealthFitnessBatteryConnectivityDisplay & DesignSmart featuresHardware
  • More frequent updates
    Software update frequency
    regular
    This smartwatch receives regular software updates, while the average smartwatch receives ended updates.
    Updates are released regularly throughout the year.
    regular vs ended
  • Built-in cellular module
    Cellular module
    yes
    This smartwatch includes a cellular module, the average smartwatch does not. 17.9% of smartwatches include a cellular module.
  • Readiness score
    Readiness score
    yes
    This smartwatch supports readiness scores, the average smartwatch does not. 17.5% of smartwatches support readiness scores.
    This readiness-style feature may be labeled as Energy Score.
  • HRV tracking
    HRV tracking
    yes
    This smartwatch supports HRV tracking, the average smartwatch does not. 40.8% of smartwatches support HRV tracking.
  • Stronger display glass
    Display glass type
    sapphire
    This smartwatch uses sapphire display glass, while the average smartwatch uses mineral glass.
    sapphire vs mineral glass
  • VO2 max measurement
    VO2 max measurement
    yes
    This smartwatch measures VO2 max, the average smartwatch does not. 47.6% of smartwatches measure VO2 max.
  • Emergency SOS
    Emergency SOS
    yes
    This smartwatch includes Emergency SOS, the average smartwatch does not. 42.8% of smartwatches include Emergency SOS.
  • Supports Wi-Fi
    Wi-Fi support
    yes
    This smartwatch supports Wi-Fi, the average smartwatch does not. 43.3% of smartwatches support Wi-Fi.
  • Readiness score
    Readiness score
    yes
    This smartwatch supports readiness scores, the average smartwatch does not. 17.5% of smartwatches support readiness scores.
    This readiness-style feature may be labeled as Energy Score.
  • HRV tracking
    HRV tracking
    yes
    This smartwatch supports HRV tracking, the average smartwatch does not. 40.8% of smartwatches support HRV tracking.
  • VO2 max measurement
    VO2 max measurement
    yes
    This smartwatch measures VO2 max, the average smartwatch does not. 47.6% of smartwatches measure VO2 max.
  • Water intake tracking
    Water intake tracking
    yes
    This smartwatch tracks water intake, the average smartwatch does not. 44% of smartwatches track water intake.
    Water intake tracking may require manual logging in a companion app or widget.
  • Route support
    Route support
    yes
    This smartwatch supports route support, the average smartwatch does not. 50% of smartwatches support route support.
    Route support available via companion app.
  • 21 min shorter charge time
    Charge time
    99 min
    This smartwatch charges faster than the average smartwatch (99 min vs 120 min). The average smartwatch charges in 120 min.
    99 min vs 120 min
  • 5.75 h longer training battery life
    Battery life in training mode
    25 h
    This smartwatch lasts longer in training mode than the average smartwatch (25 h vs 19.25 h). The average smartwatch lasts 19.25 h.
    25 h vs 19.25 h
  • 0.5 days day/s longer battery life
    Battery life
    7.5 days
    This smartwatch offers 7.5 days of battery life, while the average smartwatch offers 7 days.
    Up to 1.8 days without AOD.
    7.5 days vs 7 days
  • 50 mAh larger battery capacity
    Battery life
    350 mAh days
    This smartwatch has a larger battery capacity than the average smartwatch (350 mAh vs 300 mAh). The average smartwatch battery is 300 mAh.
    Up to 1.8 days without AOD.
    350 mAh vs 300 mAh
  • 1.75 h longer GPS battery life
    Battery life with GPS on
    21.75 h
    This smartwatch lasts longer with GPS on than the average smartwatch (21.8 h vs 20 h). The average smartwatch lasts 20 h.
    100 with power saving.
    21.75 h vs 20 h
  • Built-in cellular module
    Cellular module
    yes
    This smartwatch includes a cellular module, the average smartwatch does not. 17.9% of smartwatches include a cellular module.
  • Supports Wi-Fi
    Wi-Fi support
    yes
    This smartwatch supports Wi-Fi, the average smartwatch does not. 43.3% of smartwatches support Wi-Fi.
  • Galileo satellite support
    Galileo support
    yes
    This smartwatch supports Galileo navigation, the average smartwatch does not. 38.5% of smartwatches support Galileo navigation.
  • Newer Bluetooth version
    Bluetooth version
    5.3
    This smartwatch supports a newer Bluetooth version than the average smartwatch (5.3 vs 5). The average smartwatch uses 5.0.
    5.3 vs 5.0
  • Stronger display glass
    Display glass type
    sapphire
    This smartwatch uses sapphire display glass, while the average smartwatch uses mineral glass.
    sapphire vs mineral glass
  • Rugged construction
    Rugged design
    yes
    This smartwatch has a rugged design, the average smartwatch does not. 37.9% of smartwatches have a rugged design.
    Rugged design supported by MIL-STD/military-grade durability claim.
  • 135 ppi higher pixel density
    Pixel density
    461 ppi
    This smartwatch has a higher pixel density than the average smartwatch (461 ppi vs 326 ppi). The average smartwatch display reaches 326 ppi.
    461 ppi vs 326 ppi
  • Higher resolution
    Display type
    466 x 466
    This smartwatch has a display resolution of 466x466, while the average smartwatch reaches 352x430.
    466x466 vs 352x430
  • More frequent updates
    Software update frequency
    regular
    This smartwatch receives regular software updates, while the average smartwatch receives ended updates.
    Updates are released regularly throughout the year.
    regular vs ended
  • Emergency SOS
    Emergency SOS
    yes
    This smartwatch includes Emergency SOS, the average smartwatch does not. 42.8% of smartwatches include Emergency SOS.
  • 4 year/s newer release date
    Release date
    2025
    This smartwatch has a newer release date than the average smartwatch (2025 vs 2021). The average smartwatch was released in 2021.
    July 2025
    2025 vs 2021
  • 1 more microphones
    Number of microphones
    2
    This smartwatch has more microphones than the average smartwatch (2 vs 1). The average smartwatch includes 1 microphones.
    2 vs 1
  • 48.5 m lower water resistance depth
    Waterproof depth rating
    1.5 m
    This smartwatch has a shallower waterproof rating than the average smartwatch (1.5 m vs 50 m). The average smartwatch reaches 50 m.
    0.2 ATM class (ISO 22,810 shallow-water rating, not diving certification).
    1.5 m vs 50 m
  • No music playback
    Music playback
    no
    This smartwatch does not support music playback, the average smartwatch does. 54.2% of smartwatches support music playback.
  • No auto-pause
    Auto pause
    no
    This smartwatch does not support auto pause, the average smartwatch does. 59.3% of smartwatches support auto pause.
  • No swim mode
    Swim sport mode
    no
    This smartwatch does not include a swim sport mode, the average smartwatch does. 74.9% of smartwatches include a swim sport mode.
  • No iOS compatibility
    iOS compatibility
    no
    This smartwatch offers less complete iOS compatibility than the average smartwatch (no vs yes).
  • No smart scale support
    Smart scale compatibility
    no
    This smartwatch does not support smart scale compatibility, the average smartwatch does. 53.7% of smartwatches support smart scale compatibility.
  • Basic battery type
    Battery type
    Li-ion
    This smartwatch uses a Li-ion battery, while the average smartwatch uses Li-Po.
    Li-ion vs Li-Po
  • 2.8 mm thicker watch body
    Thickness
    14.40 mm
    This smartwatch is thicker than the average smartwatch (14.4 mm vs 11.6 mm). The average smartwatch thickness is 11.6 mm.
    Some sources mention variant-dependent thickness values.
    14.40 mm vs 11.6 mm
  • No smart scale support
    Smart scale compatibility
    no
    This smartwatch does not support smart scale compatibility, the average smartwatch does. 53.7% of smartwatches support smart scale compatibility.
  • No auto-pause
    Auto pause
    no
    This smartwatch does not support auto pause, the average smartwatch does. 59.3% of smartwatches support auto pause.
  • No swim mode
    Swim sport mode
    no
    This smartwatch does not include a swim sport mode, the average smartwatch does. 74.9% of smartwatches include a swim sport mode.
  • Basic battery type
    Battery type
    Li-ion
    This smartwatch uses a Li-ion battery, while the average smartwatch uses Li-Po.
    Li-ion vs Li-Po
  • No iOS compatibility
    iOS compatibility
    no
    This smartwatch offers less complete iOS compatibility than the average smartwatch (no vs yes).
  • 48.5 m lower water resistance depth
    Waterproof depth rating
    1.5 m
    This smartwatch has a shallower waterproof rating than the average smartwatch (1.5 m vs 50 m). The average smartwatch reaches 50 m.
    0.2 ATM class (ISO 22,810 shallow-water rating, not diving certification).
    1.5 m vs 50 m
  • 2.8 mm thicker watch body
    Thickness
    14.40 mm
    This smartwatch is thicker than the average smartwatch (14.4 mm vs 11.6 mm). The average smartwatch thickness is 11.6 mm.
    Some sources mention variant-dependent thickness values.
    14.40 mm vs 11.6 mm
  • 6 g heavier weight
    Weight
    51.0 g
    This smartwatch is heavier than the average smartwatch (51 g vs 45 g). The average smartwatch weighs 45.0 g.
    51.0 g vs 45.0 g
  • 5 mm wider watch width
    Width
    47.0 mm
    This smartwatch is wider than the average smartwatch (47 mm vs 42 mm). The average smartwatch width is 42.0 mm.
    47.0 mm vs 42.0 mm
  • 2 mm taller watch height
    Height
    47.0 mm
    This smartwatch is taller than the average smartwatch (47 mm vs 45 mm). The average smartwatch height is 45 mm.
    47.0 mm vs 45 mm
  • No music playback
    Music playback
    no
    This smartwatch does not support music playback, the average smartwatch does. 54.2% of smartwatches support music playback.
  • No calendar sync
    Calendar sync
    no
    This smartwatch does not support calendar sync, the average smartwatch does. 94.8% of smartwatches support calendar sync.
  • No silent alarm
    Silent alarm
    no
    This smartwatch does not support silent alarms, the average smartwatch does. 99.3% of smartwatches support silent alarms.
  • 3.75 GB less storage
    Internal storage
    0.25 GB
    This smartwatch offers less internal storage than the average smartwatch (0.3 GB vs 4 GB). The average smartwatch provides 4 GB of storage.
    256 MB internal storage.
    0.25 GB vs 4 GB

Video reviews

Hands-on testing, unboxing, and real-world video evaluations

9.0
Now & Then Tech
≈ estimated
18/11/2025
Hands-on review · health data test and app features
Verdict
CMF Watch 3 Pro is missing some Wear OS features, but it is a good buy for everyday health tracking and messages.
9.0
Marc The Geek
≈ estimated
23/08/2025
Unboxing and one-week use · battery and widget tests
Verdict
CMF Watch 3 Pro is a good deal at this price as an extra smartwatch, with strong battery life and a comfortable fit.
6.0
TechMishka
≈ estimated
14/08/2025
Hands-on review · several weeks of daily use
Verdict
CMF Watch 3 Pro is disappointing overall, but not a bad choice, mainly for its design and smooth interface.
8.0
John Kim Tech
≈ estimated
02/08/2025
Hands-on review · design, health tracking and software
Verdict
CMF Watch 3 Pro is a solid everyday smartwatch with good health tracking, though its software still feels unfinished.
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What reviewers agree on

Based on 10 · 14

Reviewers like the clean interface, reliable GPS and health tracking, are split on battery and display, and miss third-party apps.
Praised
Mixed views
Criticised
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Expert reviews

In-depth analysis and verdict from leading tech publications

9.0
wareable.com
≈ estimated
22/01/2026
Review · Fitness and smart features
Verdict
The CMF Watch 3 Pro is a stylish fitness watch for runners, but it cannot be used for swimming and has no third-party apps or NFC.
8.0
trustedreviews.com
✓ explicit
17/12/2025
Review · Style and fitness
Verdict
The CMF Watch 3 Pro looks more stylish than most smartwatches and tracks runs well, but it cannot be used in the pool and has no third-party apps.
5.0
nerdsheaven.de
✓ explicit
13/01/2026
Multi-week test · Sport tracking
Verdict
The CMF Watch 3 Pro is a stylish everyday watch with a fast interface and solid basics, but its app and sports data fall short for serious athletes.
7.4
01net.com
✓ explicit
10/12/2025
Hands-on test · Battery and sport
Verdict
The CMF Watch 3 Pro suits design-minded buyers who want four days of battery, but its GPS is too imprecise for serious runners.
8.0
tuttotech.net
✓ explicit
17/12/2025
Full review · Design and battery
Verdict
The CMF Watch 3 Pro is a stylish watch with a soft strap and about a week of battery, but its Bluetooth sometimes drops.

Third-party reviews

What we like about CMF Watch 3 Pro

  • Phenomenal battery life, lasting up to 13 days on a single charge
  • Stylish and premium-looking minimalist design with an aluminium frame
  • Large, vibrant 1.43-inch AMOLED display with a smooth 60Hz refresh rate
  • Improved dual-band GPS that locks on quickly and provides accurate tracking
  • Integration with the Nothing X app, offering a stable and well-designed user experience
  • Affordable entry-level price point for the features offered
  • Support for Bluetooth calling with clear audio and AI noise reduction

What we don't like about CMF Watch 3 Pro

  • Not suitable for swimming despite an IP68 rating
  • Charging cable has a weak magnetic connection and feels flimsy
  • Always-On Display (AOD) can be too dim to read clearly in bright light
  • Limited notification management, such as the inability to swipe away individual alerts
  • Software bugs and inconsistencies, particularly with music controls and contact syncing
  • Lack of advanced features like NFC for payments or an app store for third-party apps
  • No longer supports the interchangeable bezels found on the previous Watch Pro 2

Verdict

The CMF Watch 3 Pro is a budget-friendly smartwatch featuring a 1.43-inch AMOLED display with a 60Hz refresh rate and a peak brightness of 670 nits. Key internal upgrades include a 350mAh battery offering up to 13 days of typical use, dual-band (L1+L5) GPS for precise tracking, and an improved 4-channel heart rate sensor. The device supports over 130 sports modes, AI-powered running coaching, and Bluetooth calling with AI noise reduction. Main pros include its premium-feeling aluminum frame, exceptionally long battery life, and smooth Nothing X software integration. However, notable cons include the removal of the swappable bezel system found on its predecessor, a lack of NFC for payments, no swim tracking despite the IP68 rating, and a somewhat flimsy proprietary magnetic charging cable.

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