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Honor Watch 4 Pro review: 127 specs compared

Avg. price:~£200Screen size:1.50 inchBattery life:10 daysDisplay type:AMOLED

Honor Watch 4 Pro Review: Compare 127 technical specifications and 2 expert reviews to see how this product ranks in the Smartwatches category and whether it is worth buying.

Honor Watch 4 Pro
7.9/10

Overall score

Score
7.9/ 10
✕
What it is
Our main score for this model, 1–10. It combines specs, best-of lists, expert reviews and owners.
How we count it
Parts: Technical score 35%, List score 30%, Reviews score 25%, Sentiment score 10%
Marks: Each part gets a mark out of 10. For reviews, lists and owners, a typical model in this category gets about 8 and the best one gets 10.
No data yet: A part with no data shows "?". It counts as the mark of a weaker model in this category (4 in 5 models with data score higher). This way, models with reviews, lists and owners usually come out ahead.
Score distribution
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Score components

35%

8.5

Technical score

30%

?

List scoreNot enough data yet, so we use 7.5, the mark of a weaker model in this category

25%

7.7

Reviews score

10%

7.2

Sentiment score

â–²Better than 78% of smartwatches
8.4

Value for money

Value for money
8.4/ 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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<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–² Better than 80% of models
Score components

70%

7.9

Overall score

30%

9.5

Price

â–²Better than 80%
8.5

Technical score

Technical score
8.5/ 10
✕
What it is
How good the specs are compared with the other models in this category, 1–10.
How we count it
Areas: We rate the specs in each area against the other models in this category.
Weighting: The areas that matter most to buyers count more. The shares are shown under Score components.
Share: The technical score is 35% of the overall score.
Score distribution
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<55-66-77-88-99-10
★ Better than 97% of models
Score components

24%

7.8

Health

21%

9.9

Fitness

16%

8.1

Battery

14%

9.2

Smart features

12%

9.3

Connectivity

9%

7.3

Display & Design

4%

6.0

Hardware

★Better than 97%
7.7

Reviews score

Reviews score
7.7/ 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. Every review counts the same: written or video, short or full test.
Score: The average grade is 80% of the review mark; the number of reviews is the other 20% (1 review = 5, the typical number in this category = 8, the most-reviewed model = 10).
Enough data: With few reviews, the average grade is pulled toward the typical grade of this category. No reviews yet: 7.4 for now.
Share: Reviews count 25% of the overall score.
Score distribution
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80%

8.2

Average grade

20%

5.7

Popularity

Grades by review (2)
2 reviews, average 8.8/10. We use 5 reviews; the 3 missing count as the category's typical 8.0: (8.8 × 2 + 8.0 × 3) ÷ 5 = 8.3. Reviews count 25% of the overall score.
User ratings collected online are not part of this score.
â–¼Worse than 53%
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List score

List score
7.5/ 10
✕
What it is
How often independent test sites, magazines and video reviewers put this model in their best-of lists for this category.
How we count it
Points: The model in the most lists of this category gets 10; the others get 8 to 10 in proportion. In no list yet: 7.5. Lists count 30% of the overall score.
Enough data: Every list counts, even a single one. With fewer than 5 best-of lists in the category, this part is left out.
Lists with this model (0)
Not in any best-of list yet, so this part counts as 7.5. Models in a list get 8 to 10.
Not in any best-of list yet
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Where to buy
    N/A~ £200
Best rankings
Available: ranking among products currently available (including other versions of this product).All: ranking among all products in the database.

What owners say about the Honor Watch 4 Pro

Based on 55 owners sharing their experience in online comments

33%positive2%mixed65%negative

Owners praise its premium design and build, while app failures, unreliable eSIM, and unavailable payments dominate the complaints.

What owners dislike

  • Contactless payment works only with Chinese banks. Owners using a China-set VPN still get errors with US cards, and some find NFC payment does not work.8
  • Third-party apps fail to install, even via GSpace; owners see permission errors or 'not found', and WhatsApp reports a wrong watch date.5
  • eSIM works only with certain carriers, and Huawei Health often refuses an eSIM already on the phone. Owners report WhatsApp and Telegram fail over eSIM.4
  • ECG, NFC, eSIM and blood glucose are not offered in some countries, including the Netherlands, and the UK still lacks calculated glucose function.4
  • With most sensors on and Wi-Fi off, owners get about two days at most; one lost 48% in six hours.3
  • With eSIM, owners can dial out but incoming calls do not ring, so callers reach voicemail; one fixed it by switching to Bluetooth mode.3
  • Workouts do not sync to Strava: heart rate is not sent, GPX export lacks heart-rate data, and one paddling session recorded no GPS track.3
  • ECG is missing in some countries, such as the Netherlands, and the function does not work in others.3
  • Owners find it overpriced: no contactless payment or ECG, and the GT3 Pro reportedly has similar sensors at about half the price.3

Points mentioned by at least 3 owners, most mentioned first.

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Technical Specifications of smartwatch Honor Watch 4 Pro

Technical score
Technical score
8.5/ 10
✕
What it is
How good the specs are compared with the other models in this category, 1–10.
How we count it
Areas: We rate the specs in each area against the other models in this category.
Weighting: The areas that matter most to buyers count more. The shares are shown under Score components.
Share: The technical score is 35% of the overall score.
Score distribution
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<55-66-77-88-99-10
★ Better than 97% of models
Score components:

24%

7.8

Health

21%

9.9

Fitness

16%

8.1

Battery

14%

9.2

Smart features

12%

9.3

Connectivity

9%

7.3

Display & Design

4%

6.0

Hardware

8.5
Reviews score
7.7
List score
?
Value for money
Value for money
8.4/ 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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<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–² Better than 80% of models
Score components:

70%

7.9

Overall score

30%

9.5

Price

8.4
Heart rate monitor
yes
This smartwatch includes a heart rate monitor. 9.5% of smartwatches include a heart rate monitor.
Blood oxygen monitoring
yes
This smartwatch supports blood oxygen monitoring. 30.4% of smartwatches support blood oxygen monitoring.
ECG
yes
This smartwatch supports ECG. 82% of smartwatches support ECG.
Availability may vary by region or model version. ECG readings are for wellness guidance, not medical diagnosis.
Irregular heart rate warnings
yes
This smartwatch supports irregular heart rate warnings. 49.5% of smartwatches support irregular heart rate warnings.
Supports abnormal high/low heart-rate alerts (typically after inactivity).
HRV tracking
yes
This smartwatch supports HRV tracking. 54.9% of smartwatches support HRV tracking.
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Accelerometer
yes
This smartwatch includes an accelerometer. 0.5% of smartwatches include an accelerometer.
Barometer
yes
This smartwatch includes a barometer. 46.5% of smartwatches include a barometer.
Gyroscope
yes
This smartwatch includes a gyroscope. 28.9% of smartwatches include a gyroscope.
Cadence sensor
yes
This smartwatch includes a cadence sensor. 67.2% of smartwatches include a cadence sensor.
Tracks running cadence natively; cycling cadence may require an external sensor.
Distance tracking
yes
This smartwatch supports distance tracking. 3.7% of smartwatches support distance tracking.
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Battery life
10 days
Market range: <1 day – >20 days
This smartwatch lasts 10 days on a charge, which is longer than 59.2% of Smartwatches and the same as 6.6% of Smartwatches.
4.5 with aod.
Battery life in training mode
40 h
Market range: <6 h – >48 h
This smartwatch records workouts for 40 h on a charge, which is longer than 83.7% of Smartwatches and the same as 2.2% of Smartwatches.
Battery life with GPS on
20 h
Market range: <6 h – >46 h
This smartwatch lasts 20 h with GPS on, which is shorter than 52.5% of Smartwatches and the same as 6% of Smartwatches.
Battery power
466 mAh
Market range: <200 mAh – >500 mAh
This smartwatch has a 466 mAh battery, which is larger than 84.1% of Smartwatches.
Charge time
60 min
Market range: <60 min – >150 min
This smartwatch charges from empty in 60 min, which is quicker than 83.8% of Smartwatches and the same as 12% of Smartwatches.
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Operating system
MagicOS
This smartwatch runs MagicOS, which is less advanced than the system in 98.6% of Smartwatches and equal to 0.5% of Smartwatches.
Software update frequency
occasional
This smartwatch has occasional software update support which is more active than that of 54% of smartwatches and equal to that of 40.2% of smartwatches.
Updates are typically released about every 3 months.
Third-party app support
yes
This smartwatch supports third-party apps. 48.5% of smartwatches support third-party apps.
Notifications
yes
This smartwatch supports notifications. 0.3% of smartwatches support notifications.
Voice assistant support
yes
This smartwatch supports voice assistants. 30.8% of smartwatches support voice assistants.
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Cellular module
yes
This smartwatch includes a cellular module. 83.5% of smartwatches include a cellular module.
SIM cards
1
Market range: <0 – >5
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.
eSIM
GPS
yes
This smartwatch supports GPS. 40.3% of smartwatches support GPS.
Galileo support
yes
This smartwatch supports Galileo navigation. 56.5% of smartwatches support Galileo navigation.
Dual-frequency GPS
?
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Screen size
1.5 inch
Market range: <1.2 inch – >1.83 inch
This smartwatch has a 1.5 inch screen, which is larger than 66.8% of Smartwatches and the same as 4.1% of Smartwatches.
Display type
AMOLED
This smartwatch uses AMOLED, which is more advanced than the screen in 46.9% of Smartwatches and equal to 53.1% of Smartwatches.
LTPO panel wording.
Resolution
464x 464
This smartwatch has a display resolution of 464x464 which is higher than that of 84.1% of smartwatches and equal to that of 0.1% of smartwatches.
Pixel density
437 ppi
Market range: <213 ppi – >461 ppi
This smartwatch has a pixel density of 437 ppi, which is higher than 73.5% of Smartwatches.
Display brightness
?
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CPU speed
?
Processor model
?
RAM
?
Internal storage
4 GB
Market range: <0 GB – >32 GB
This smartwatch has 4 GB of internal storage, which is more than 39.8% of Smartwatches and equal to 25.5% of Smartwatches.
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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Honor Watch 4 Pro vs the average smartwatch

246810TotalHealthFitnessBatteryConnectivityDisplay & DesignSmart featuresHardware
  • ECG support
    This smartwatch supports ECG, the average smartwatch does not. 18.1% of smartwatches support ECG.
    Availability may vary by region or model version. ECG readings are for wellness guidance, not medical diagnosis.
  • 60 min quicker charging
    This smartwatch charges faster than the average smartwatch (60 min vs 120 min). The average smartwatch takes 120 min to charge from empty.
    60 min vs 120 min
  • Crash detection capability
    This smartwatch supports crash detection, the average smartwatch does not. 14% of smartwatches support crash detection.
  • Built-in cellular module
    This smartwatch includes a cellular module, the average smartwatch does not. 16.6% of smartwatches include a cellular module.
  • Fall detection
    This smartwatch supports fall detection, the average smartwatch does not. 23% of smartwatches support fall detection.
  • HRV tracking
    This smartwatch supports HRV tracking, the average smartwatch does not. 45.2% of smartwatches support HRV tracking.
  • 20 h longer training battery life
    This smartwatch lasts longer in training mode than the average smartwatch (40 h vs 20 h). The average smartwatch lasts 20 h in training mode.
    40 h vs 20 h
  • Maps support
    This smartwatch supports maps, the average smartwatch does not. 34.4% of smartwatches support maps.
    Maps via Petal Maps app.
  • 10.0% higher review score
    Reviews score
    7.7/ 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. Every review counts the same: written or video, short or full test.
    Score: The average grade is 80% of the review mark; the number of reviews is the other 20% (1 review = 5, the typical number in this category = 8, the most-reviewed model = 10).
    Enough data: With few reviews, the average grade is pulled toward the typical grade of this category. No reviews yet: 7.4 for now.
    Share: Reviews count 25% of the overall score.
    Score distribution
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    <55-66-77-88-99-10
    â–¼ Worse than 53% of models

    80%

    8.2

    Average grade

    20%

    5.7

    Popularity

    Grades by review (2)
    2 reviews, average 8.8/10. We use 5 reviews; the 3 missing count as the category's typical 8.0: (8.8 × 2 + 8.0 × 3) ÷ 5 = 8.3. Reviews count 25% of the overall score.
    User ratings collected online are not part of this score.
    7.7 vs 7.0
  • 7.7% better value for money
    Honor Watch 4 Pro has a higher value-for-money score than the average smartwatch (8.36 vs 7.8).
    8.36 vs 7.76
  • ECG support
    This smartwatch supports ECG, the average smartwatch does not. 18.1% of smartwatches support ECG.
    Availability may vary by region or model version. ECG readings are for wellness guidance, not medical diagnosis.
  • HRV tracking
    This smartwatch supports HRV tracking, the average smartwatch does not. 45.2% of smartwatches support HRV tracking.
  • 2 years newer
    This smartwatch was released more recently than the average smartwatch (2023 vs 2021). The average smartwatch was released in 2021.
    October 2023
    2023 vs 2021
  • Cadence tracking
    This smartwatch includes a cadence sensor, the average smartwatch does not. 32.9% of smartwatches include a cadence sensor.
    Tracks running cadence natively; cycling cadence may require an external sensor.
  • 60 min quicker charging
    This smartwatch charges faster than the average smartwatch (60 min vs 120 min). The average smartwatch takes 120 min to charge from empty.
    60 min vs 120 min
  • 20 h longer training battery life
    This smartwatch lasts longer in training mode than the average smartwatch (40 h vs 20 h). The average smartwatch lasts 20 h in training mode.
    40 h vs 20 h
  • Supports wireless charging
    This smartwatch supports wireless charging, the average smartwatch does not. 23.4% of smartwatches support wireless charging.
  • 161 mAh larger battery capacity
    This smartwatch has a larger battery than the average smartwatch (466 mAh vs 305 mAh). The average smartwatch has a 305 mAh battery.
    466 mAh vs 305 mAh
  • 3 days longer battery life
    This smartwatch runs longer per charge than the average smartwatch (10 days vs 7 days). The average smartwatch runs for 7 days on a charge.
    4.5 with aod.
    10 days vs 7 days
  • Built-in cellular module
    This smartwatch includes a cellular module, the average smartwatch does not. 16.6% of smartwatches include a cellular module.
  • Maps support
    This smartwatch supports maps, the average smartwatch does not. 34.4% of smartwatches support maps.
    Maps via Petal Maps app.
  • NFC functionality
    This smartwatch supports NFC, the average smartwatch does not. 45.2% of smartwatches support NFC.
    NFC hardware is present, but functionality may be limited by region/app support.
  • Supports Wi-Fi
    This smartwatch supports Wi-Fi, the average smartwatch does not. 43.5% of smartwatches support Wi-Fi.
  • Galileo satellite support
    This smartwatch supports Galileo navigation, the average smartwatch does not. 43.6% of smartwatches support Galileo navigation.
  • More current Bluetooth version
    This smartwatch uses a more current Bluetooth version than the average smartwatch (5.2 vs 5).
    5.2 vs 5
  • 111 ppi sharper screen
    This smartwatch has a sharper screen than the average smartwatch (437 ppi vs 326 ppi). The average smartwatch has a pixel density of 326 ppi.
    437 ppi vs 326 ppi
  • Higher resolution
    This smartwatch has a display resolution of 464x464, while the average smartwatch reaches 360x360.
    464x464 vs 360x360
  • Better case material
    This smartwatch uses stainless steel for the case material, while the average smartwatch uses polycarbonate.
    316L stainless steel case; polymer fiber composite back
    stainless steel vs polycarbonate
  • Better band material
    This smartwatch uses silicone, leather for the band material, while the average smartwatch uses silicone.
    silicone, leather vs silicone
  • 0.1 inch larger display
    This smartwatch has a larger screen than the average smartwatch (1.5 inch vs 1.4 inch). The average smartwatch has a 1.4 inch screen.
    1.5 inch vs 1.4 inch
  • Crash detection capability
    This smartwatch supports crash detection, the average smartwatch does not. 14% of smartwatches support crash detection.
  • Fall detection
    This smartwatch supports fall detection, the average smartwatch does not. 23% of smartwatches support fall detection.
  • Emergency SOS
    This smartwatch includes Emergency SOS, the average smartwatch does not. 44.8% of smartwatches include Emergency SOS.
  • More frequent updates
    This smartwatch receives occasional software updates, while the average smartwatch receives ended updates.
    Updates are typically released about every 3 months.
    occasional vs ended
  • 47 m shallower water rating
    This smartwatch is rated for shallower water than the average smartwatch (3 m vs 50 m). The average smartwatch is rated to 50 m.
    3 m vs 50 m
  • More basic operating system
    This smartwatch runs a more basic operating system than the average smartwatch (MagicOS vs Proprietary OS).
    MagicOS vs Proprietary OS
  • 5 g heavier
    This smartwatch is heavier than the average smartwatch (50 g vs 45 g). The average smartwatch weighs 45 g.
    Weight refers to watch case without strap/band.
    50 g vs 45 g
  • 3.9 mm wider case
    This smartwatch has a wider case than the average smartwatch (46.4 mm vs 42.5 mm). The average smartwatch measures 42.5 mm across.
    46.4 mm vs 42.5 mm
  • 81.8% more expensive
    Honor Watch 4 Pro is more expensive than the average smartwatch (£200 vs £110).
    £200 vs £110
  • 1 h shorter GPS battery life
    This smartwatch lasts less time with GPS on than the average smartwatch (20 h vs 21 h). The average smartwatch lasts 21 h with GPS on.
    20 h vs 21 h
  • 81.8% more expensive
    Honor Watch 4 Pro is more expensive than the average smartwatch (£200 vs £110).
    £200 vs £110
  • 1 h shorter GPS battery life
    This smartwatch lasts less time with GPS on than the average smartwatch (20 h vs 21 h). The average smartwatch lasts 21 h with GPS on.
    20 h vs 21 h
  • 47 m shallower water rating
    This smartwatch is rated for shallower water than the average smartwatch (3 m vs 50 m). The average smartwatch is rated to 50 m.
    3 m vs 50 m
  • 5 g heavier
    This smartwatch is heavier than the average smartwatch (50 g vs 45 g). The average smartwatch weighs 45 g.
    Weight refers to watch case without strap/band.
    50 g vs 45 g
  • 3.9 mm wider case
    This smartwatch has a wider case than the average smartwatch (46.4 mm vs 42.5 mm). The average smartwatch measures 42.5 mm across.
    46.4 mm vs 42.5 mm
  • More basic operating system
    This smartwatch runs a more basic operating system than the average smartwatch (MagicOS vs Proprietary OS).
    MagicOS vs Proprietary OS

Video reviews

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

5.0
Tech Station
≈ estimated
27/02/2025
Unboxing · design and health features overview
Verdict
Honor Watch 4 Pro is overpriced for its features; the design is attractive, but better watches exist in the same price range.
7.0
Black Inconforme
≈ estimated
18/10/2023
First look · design and features
Verdict
Honor Watch 4 Pro is an elegant, classic-looking watch for special occasions rather than daily sport use.
Not graded
Not graded
Overview video
Not graded
Not graded
Overview video

Expert reviews

In-depth analysis and verdict from leading tech publications

9.5
witchdoctor.co.nz
≈ estimated
13/07/2026
Wear test · Dress-style smartwatch
Verdict
The HONOR Watch 4 Pro looks like a real watch and lasted 10 days on one charge, but has few third-party apps.
8.0
latercera.com
≈ estimated
05/10/2025
Review · Battery life and fitness
Verdict
The Honor Watch 4 Pro is a fitness watch that lasted ten days per charge in testing, suiting buyers who want a simple interface and fewer charging stops.

Third-party reviews

What customers like about Honor Watch 4 Pro

  • Elegant and premium design with high-quality finishes
  • Smooth and 'buttery' user interface performance
  • Vibrant and sharp 1.5-inch AMOLED display
  • Comprehensive health tracking including arterial stiffness and respiratory checks
  • Support for eSIM, allowing for independent calls and connectivity
  • Accurate heart rate and SpO2 sensors compared to some rivals

What customers don't like about Honor Watch 4 Pro

  • Battery life often falls short of the advertised 14 days, with some users reporting only 3-5 days in standard mode
  • Very limited third-party app ecosystem compared to Wear OS or Apple Watch
  • NFC payment functionality is restricted or unavailable in many regions outside China
  • Sleep tracking accuracy is viewed as 'meh' compared to market leaders like Apple
  • Large and bulky design may not suit users with smaller wrists
  • Inconsistent GPS tracking where recorded paths sometimes deviate from actual roads

Verdict

The Honor Watch 4 Pro is a premium circular smartwatch featuring a 1.5-inch LTPO AMOLED display with a 464 x 464 resolution and a 316L stainless steel frame. Its main characteristics include a rotatable crown with linear motor feedback, standalone eSIM connectivity for voice calling, and a multi-system GNSS (GPS, GLONASS, GALILEO, BDS, QZSS) for precise tracking. Key pros are its elegant aesthetic, high-quality 8-channel PPG heart rate sensor, wireless charging support, and an impressive battery life of up to 14 days in normal use. However, some cons include its lack of third-party app support due to a closed ecosystem, limited contactless payment availability in certain regions, and a relatively bulky 46.4mm case that may feel oversized on smaller wrists.

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