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Honor Watch Gs 3 Review | 126 Data compared

Avg. price:~£200Screen size:1.43 inchBattery life:14 daysDisplay type:AMOLED

Honor Watch Gs 3 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.

7.7

Overall score

Score
7.7/ 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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▲ Better than 79% of models
Score components

70%

7.7

Technical score

30%

7.7

Review score ( 10 · 12)

Review score 30% · 7.7 · 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. 16 more reviews are not scored yet.
▲Better than 79% of smartwatches
7.7

Technical score

Technical score
7.7/ 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
▼
<55-66-77-88-99-10
▲ Better than 80% of models
Score components

24%

7.5

Health

21%

9.0

Fitness

16%

7.8

Battery

14%

7.3

Smart features

12%

5.9

Connectivity

9%

8.3

Display & Design

4%

7.1

Hardware

▲Better than 80% of smartwatches
7.7

Review score

Review 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.
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
▼
<55-66-77-88-99-10
▲ Better than 51% of models
Grades by review (22)
10 reviews: 4 with a printed score, 6 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 3
✓ explicit
2

6.5%

8.5

gdgtme.com

6.5%

6.8

stuff.co.za

≈ estimated
1

6.5%

9.0

gsmarena.com

Video reviews 3

3.2%

9.0

Gadget Gig

3.2%

9.0

Pratima Adhikari

3.2%

8.0

Michael Elsegood Tech

estimated from the review
Shop star ratings are not part of this score.
▲Better than 51% of smartwatches
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Technical Specifications of smartwatch Honor Watch Gs 3

Technical score
Technical score
7.7/ 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
▼
<55-66-77-88-99-10
▲ Better than 80% of models
Score components:

24%

7.5

Health

21%

9.0

Fitness

16%

7.8

Battery

14%

7.3

Smart features

12%

5.9

Connectivity

9%

8.3

Display & Design

4%

7.1

Hardware

7.7
Review score
Review 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.
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
▼
<55-66-77-88-99-10
▲ Better than 51% of models
Grades by review (22)
10 reviews: 4 with a printed score, 6 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 3
✓ explicit
2

6.5%

8.5

gdgtme.com

6.5%

6.8

stuff.co.za

≈ estimated
1

6.5%

9.0

gsmarena.com

Video reviews 3

3.2%

9.0

Gadget Gig

3.2%

9.0

Pratima Adhikari

3.2%

8.0

Michael Elsegood Tech

estimated from the review
Shop star ratings are not part of this score.
7.7
Popularity
Popularity
8.0/ 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
▼
<55-66-77-88-99-10
▲ Better than 70% of models
Popularity:
Honor Watch Gs 3 has a popularity of 8 points, which is higher than 69.6% of smartwatches.
8.0
Value for money
Value for money
8.2/ 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
▼
<55-66-77-88-99-10
▲ Better than 79% of models
Score components:

60%

7.7

Overall score

40%

9.5

Price

8.2
Brand name
Honor
Heart rate monitor
yes
Heart rate monitor
yes
▲ Better than 11% of models
This smartwatch includes a heart rate monitor. 10.5% of smartwatches include a heart rate monitor.
Blood oxygen monitoring
yes
Blood oxygen monitoring
yes
▲ Better than 33% of models
This smartwatch supports blood oxygen monitoring. 33.4% of smartwatches support blood oxygen monitoring.
ECG
no
ECG
no
▼ Worse than 17% of models
This smartwatch does not support ECG. 16.6% of smartwatches support ECG.
Irregular heart rate warnings
yes
Irregular heart rate warnings
yes
▲ Better than 52% of models
This smartwatch supports irregular heart rate warnings. 51.9% of smartwatches support irregular heart rate warnings.
Supports abnormal high/low heart-rate alerts (typically after inactivity).
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What reviewers say
Accelerometer
yes
Accelerometer
yes
▲ Better than 1% of models
This smartwatch includes an accelerometer. 0.6% of smartwatches include an accelerometer.
Barometer
yes
Barometer
yes
▲ Better than 51% of models
This smartwatch includes a barometer. 50.6% of smartwatches include a barometer.
Gyroscope
yes
Gyroscope
yes
▲ Better than 30% of models
This smartwatch includes a gyroscope. 30.2% of smartwatches include a gyroscope.
Cadence sensor
?
Distance tracking
yes
Distance tracking
yes
▲ Better than 4% of models
This smartwatch supports distance tracking. 4.1% of smartwatches support distance tracking.
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Battery life
14 days
Battery life
14 days
▲ Better than 77% of models
Market range: <1 days – >16 days
This smartwatch offers a battery life of 14 days which is longer than that of 76.9% of smartwatches and equal to that of 9.2% of smartwatches.
9-10 with most features enabled, 3-4 days with AOD.
Battery life in training mode
30 h
Battery life in training mode
30 h
▲ Better than 71% of models
Market range: <5.5 h – >48 h
This smartwatch lasts 30 h in training mode which is longer than 71.4% of smartwatches and equal to that of 5.6% of smartwatches.
Battery life with GPS on
30 h
Battery life with GPS on
30 h
▲ Better than 71% of models
Market range: <5.75 h – >43 h
This smartwatch lasts 30 h with GPS on which is longer than 70.8% of smartwatches and equal to that of 5.9% of smartwatches.
Battery power
316 mAh
Battery power
316 mAh
▲ Better than 56% of models
Market range: <195 mAh – >475 mAh
This smartwatch has a battery capacity of 316 mAh which is larger than the batteries in 56.4% of smartwatches and equal to those in 0.2% of smartwatches.
Charge time
?
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What reviewers say
Operating system
LiteOS
Operating system
LiteOS
▲ Better than 52% of models
This smartwatch runs LiteOS which is more advanced than the operating system in 52.2% of smartwatches and the same as that in 2.8% of smartwatches.
Software update frequency
regular
Software update frequency
regular
★ Better than 94% of models
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
yes
Third-party app support
yes
▲ Better than 52% of models
This smartwatch supports third-party apps. 52.4% of smartwatches support third-party apps.
Support is limited to official app stores/approved app selection.
Notifications
yes
Notifications
yes
Category Benchmark
This smartwatch supports notifications. 0.3% of smartwatches support notifications.
Voice assistant support
no
Voice assistant support
no
▼ Worse than 68% of models
This smartwatch does not support voice assistants. 67.8% of smartwatches support voice assistants.
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What reviewers say
Cellular module
no
Cellular module
no
▼ Worse than 18% of models
This smartwatch does not include a cellular module. 18% of smartwatches include a cellular module.
SIM cards
0
GPS
yes
GPS
yes
▲ Better than 44% of models
This smartwatch supports GPS. 43.9% of smartwatches support GPS.
Galileo support
yes
Galileo support
yes
▲ Better than 62% of models
This smartwatch supports Galileo navigation. 61.6% of smartwatches support Galileo navigation.
Compass
yes
Compass
yes
▲ Better than 47% of models
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
▲ Better than 56% of models
Market range: <1.2 inch – >1.82 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
▲ Better than 50% of models
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
▲ Better than 87% of models
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
▲ Better than 84% of models
Market range: <207 ppi – >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
1,000 nits
Display brightness
1,000 nits
▲ Better than 59% of models
Market range: <450 nits – >2k nits
This smartwatch reaches 1,000 nits of display brightness, which is higher than that of 59.4% of smartwatches and equal to that of 26.5% of smartwatches.
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What reviewers say
CPU speed
?
Processor model
?
RAM
?
Internal storage
4 GB
Internal storage
4 GB
▲ Better than 40% of models
Market range: <0 GB – >32 GB
This smartwatch uses 4 GB for internal storage which is larger than that of 40.4% of smartwatches and equal to that of 27% of smartwatches.
External memory slot
no
External memory slot
no
Category Benchmark
This smartwatch does not include an external memory slot. 0.3% of smartwatches include an external memory slot.
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Honor Watch Gs 3 vs the average smartwatch

246810TotalHealthFitnessBatteryConnectivityDisplay & DesignSmart featuresHardware
  • More frequent updates
    Software update frequency
    regular
    ★ Better than 94% of models
    This smartwatch receives regular software updates, while the average smartwatch receives ended updates.
    Updates are released regularly throughout the year.
    regular vs ended
  • Temperature sensing
    Temperature sensor
    yes
    ▲ Better than 73% of models
    This smartwatch includes a temperature sensor, the average smartwatch does not. 26.8% of smartwatches include a temperature sensor.
    Temperature readings may be skin/ambient trends, not core-body medical values.
  • 7 days day/s longer battery life
    Battery life
    14 days
    ▲ Better than 77% of models
    Market range: <1 days – >16 days
    This smartwatch offers 14 days of battery life, while the average smartwatch offers 7 days.
    9-10 with most features enabled, 3-4 days with AOD.
    14 days vs 7 days
  • HRV tracking
    HRV tracking
    yes
    ▲ Better than 59% of models
    This smartwatch supports HRV tracking, the average smartwatch does not. 40.8% of smartwatches support HRV tracking.
  • VO2 max measurement
    VO2 max measurement
    yes
    ▲ Better than 52% of models
    This smartwatch measures VO2 max, the average smartwatch does not. 47.6% of smartwatches measure VO2 max.
  • Emergency SOS
    Emergency SOS
    yes
    ▲ Better than 57% of models
    This smartwatch includes Emergency SOS, the average smartwatch does not. 42.8% of smartwatches include Emergency SOS.
    SOS feature has implementation limits (phone/app/subscription/activity dependent).
  • Third-party app support
    Third-party app support
    yes
    ▲ Better than 52% of models
    This smartwatch supports third-party apps, the average smartwatch does not. 47.6% of smartwatches support third-party apps.
    Support is limited to official app stores/approved app selection.
  • Irregular heart rate alerts
    Irregular heart rate warnings
    yes
    ▲ Better than 52% of models
    This smartwatch supports irregular heart rate warnings, the average smartwatch does not. 48.1% of smartwatches support irregular heart rate warnings.
    Supports abnormal high/low heart-rate alerts (typically after inactivity).
  • Temperature sensing
    Temperature sensor
    yes
    ▲ Better than 73% of models
    This smartwatch includes a temperature sensor, the average smartwatch does not. 26.8% of smartwatches include a temperature sensor.
    Temperature readings may be skin/ambient trends, not core-body medical values.
  • HRV tracking
    HRV tracking
    yes
    ▲ Better than 59% of models
    This smartwatch supports HRV tracking, the average smartwatch does not. 40.8% of smartwatches support HRV tracking.
  • VO2 max measurement
    VO2 max measurement
    yes
    ▲ Better than 52% of models
    This smartwatch measures VO2 max, the average smartwatch does not. 47.6% of smartwatches measure VO2 max.
  • Irregular heart rate alerts
    Irregular heart rate warnings
    yes
    ▲ Better than 52% of models
    This smartwatch supports irregular heart rate warnings, the average smartwatch does not. 48.1% of smartwatches support irregular heart rate warnings.
    Supports abnormal high/low heart-rate alerts (typically after inactivity).
  • Calorie tracking
    Calorie tracking
    yes
    ▲ Better than 52% of models
    This smartwatch supports calorie tracking, the average smartwatch does not. 48.6% of smartwatches support calorie tracking.
  • External heart rate monitor support
    External heart rate monitor compatibility
    yes
    ▲ Better than 57% of models
    This smartwatch supports external heart rate monitor compatibility, the average smartwatch does not. 42.7% of smartwatches support external heart rate monitor compatibility.
  • Barometer sensor included
    Barometer
    yes
    ▲ Better than 51% of models
    This smartwatch includes a barometer, the average smartwatch does not. 49.5% of smartwatches include a barometer.
  • Route support
    Route support
    yes
    ▲ Better than 50% of models
    This smartwatch supports route support, the average smartwatch does not. 50% of smartwatches support route support.
  • 20 more exercise profiles
    Multi-sport mode
    100
    ▼ Worse than 69% of models
    This smartwatch supports more exercise modes than the average smartwatch (100 vs 80). The average smartwatch supports 80 exercise modes.
    Reported as at least 100 exercise modes.
    100 vs 80
  • 7 days day/s longer battery life
    Battery life
    14 days
    ▲ Better than 77% of models
    Market range: <1 days – >16 days
    This smartwatch offers 14 days of battery life, while the average smartwatch offers 7 days.
    9-10 with most features enabled, 3-4 days with AOD.
    14 days vs 7 days
  • 10 h longer GPS battery life
    Battery life with GPS on
    30 h
    ▲ Better than 71% of models
    Market range: <5.75 h – >43 h
    This smartwatch lasts longer with GPS on than the average smartwatch (30 h vs 20 h). The average smartwatch lasts 20 h.
    30 h vs 20 h
  • 10.75 h longer training battery life
    Battery life in training mode
    30 h
    ▲ Better than 71% of models
    Market range: <5.5 h – >48 h
    This smartwatch lasts longer in training mode than the average smartwatch (30 h vs 19.25 h). The average smartwatch lasts 19.25 h.
    30 h vs 19.25 h
  • Supports Wi-Fi
    Wi-Fi support
    yes
    ▲ Better than 57% of models
    This smartwatch supports Wi-Fi, the average smartwatch does not. 43.3% of smartwatches support Wi-Fi.
  • Galileo satellite support
    Galileo support
    yes
    ▲ Better than 62% of models
    This smartwatch supports Galileo navigation, the average smartwatch does not. 38.5% of smartwatches support Galileo navigation.
  • 400 nits higher display brightness
    Display brightness
    1,000 nits
    ▲ Better than 59% of models
    Market range: <450 nits – >2k nits
    This smartwatch has higher display brightness than the average smartwatch (1000 nits vs 600 nits). The average smartwatch reaches 600 nits.
    1,000 nits vs 600 nits
  • Better case material
    Case material
    stainless steel, titanium
    ★ Better than 95% of models
    This smartwatch uses stainless steel, titanium for the case material, while the average smartwatch uses polycarbonate.
    aerospace-grade titanium case
    stainless steel, titanium vs polycarbonate
  • 135 ppi higher pixel density
    Pixel density
    461 ppi
    ▲ Better than 84% of models
    Market range: <207 ppi – >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
    ▲ Better than 50% of models
    This smartwatch has a display resolution of 466x466, while the average smartwatch reaches 352x430.
    466x466 vs 352x430
  • 1.1 mm thinner watch body
    Thickness
    10.50 mm
    ▲ Better than 80% of models
    Market range: <9.8 mm – >14.1 mm
    This smartwatch is thinner than the average smartwatch (10.5 mm vs 11.6 mm). The average smartwatch thickness is 11.6 mm.
    10.50 mm vs 11.6 mm
  • Better band material
    Band material
    silicone, leather
    ▲ Better than 69% of models
    This smartwatch uses silicone, leather for the band material, while the average smartwatch uses silicone.
    silicone, leather vs silicone
  • More frequent updates
    Software update frequency
    regular
    ★ Better than 94% of models
    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
    ▲ Better than 57% of models
    This smartwatch includes Emergency SOS, the average smartwatch does not. 42.8% of smartwatches include Emergency SOS.
    SOS feature has implementation limits (phone/app/subscription/activity dependent).
  • Third-party app support
    Third-party app support
    yes
    ▲ Better than 52% of models
    This smartwatch supports third-party apps, the average smartwatch does not. 47.6% of smartwatches support third-party apps.
    Support is limited to official app stores/approved app selection.
  • More advanced operating system
    Operating system
    LiteOS
    ▲ Better than 52% of models
    This smartwatch runs a more advanced operating system than the average smartwatch (LiteOS vs Proprietary OS).
    LiteOS vs Proprietary OS
  • 1 more microphones
    Number of microphones
    2
    ★ Better than 94% of models
    Market range: <0 – >1
    This smartwatch has more microphones than the average smartwatch (2 vs 1). The average smartwatch includes 1 microphones.
    2 vs 1
  • No multi-sport mode
    Multi-sport mode
    no
    ▼ Worse than 69% of models
    This smartwatch does not include a multi-sport mode, the average smartwatch does. 68.4% of smartwatches include a multi-sport mode.
  • No voice assistant
    Voice assistant support
    no
    ▼ Worse than 68% of models
    This smartwatch does not support voice assistants, the average smartwatch does. 67.7% of smartwatches support voice assistants.
  • No voice command support
    Voice commands
    no
    ▼ Worse than 67% of models
    This smartwatch does not support voice commands, the average smartwatch does. 67% of smartwatches support voice commands.
  • No live tracking
    Live tracking
    no
    ▼ Worse than 89% of models
    This smartwatch does not support live tracking, the average smartwatch does. 88.6% of smartwatches support live tracking.
  • No gesture control
    Gesture control
    no
    ▼ Worse than 78% of models
    This smartwatch does not support gesture control, the average smartwatch does. 77.7% of smartwatches support gesture control.
  • 3.9 mm wider watch width
    Width
    45.9 mm
    ▼ Worse than 76% of models
    Market range: <34.6 mm – >46.8 mm
    This smartwatch is wider than the average smartwatch (45.9 mm vs 42 mm). The average smartwatch width is 42.0 mm.
    45.9 mm vs 42.0 mm
  • 53.9% more expensive
    Honor Watch Gs 3 is more expensive than the average smartwatch (£200 vs £130).
    £200 vs £130
  • 53.9% more expensive
    Honor Watch Gs 3 is more expensive than the average smartwatch (£200 vs £130).
    £200 vs £130
  • No multi-sport mode
    Multi-sport mode
    no
    ▼ Worse than 69% of models
    This smartwatch does not include a multi-sport mode, the average smartwatch does. 68.4% of smartwatches include a multi-sport mode.
  • No live tracking
    Live tracking
    no
    ▼ Worse than 89% of models
    This smartwatch does not support live tracking, the average smartwatch does. 88.6% of smartwatches support live tracking.
  • 3.9 mm wider watch width
    Width
    45.9 mm
    ▼ Worse than 76% of models
    Market range: <34.6 mm – >46.8 mm
    This smartwatch is wider than the average smartwatch (45.9 mm vs 42 mm). The average smartwatch width is 42.0 mm.
    45.9 mm vs 42.0 mm
  • No voice assistant
    Voice assistant support
    no
    ▼ Worse than 68% of models
    This smartwatch does not support voice assistants, the average smartwatch does. 67.7% of smartwatches support voice assistants.
  • No voice command support
    Voice commands
    no
    ▼ Worse than 67% of models
    This smartwatch does not support voice commands, the average smartwatch does. 67% of smartwatches support voice commands.
  • No gesture control
    Gesture control
    no
    ▼ Worse than 78% of models
    This smartwatch does not support gesture control, the average smartwatch does. 77.7% of smartwatches support gesture control.

Video reviews

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

9.0
Gadget Gig
≈ estimated
28/06/2022
Hands-on review · battery, app and feature tests
Verdict
Honor Watch Gs 3 is a premium-looking smartwatch at a mid-range price with excellent battery life, and is strongly recommended despite a few missing features.
9.0
Pratima Adhikari
≈ estimated
17/06/2022
Full review · health tracking, workouts and battery
Verdict
Honor Watch Gs 3 feels close to a flagship at a mid-range price, with strong health tracking and battery life, though its apps are limited.
8.0
Michael Elsegood Tech
≈ estimated
28/02/2022
Hands-on review · GPS, battery and health sensors
Verdict
Honor Watch Gs 3 is a good pick for anyone who wants a stylish watch with advanced sensors, though it has no NFC or third-party apps.
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What reviewers agree on

Based on 10 · 13

The bright, readable screen and solid build win praise, but reviewers agree third-party apps, notifications and phone support are weak.
Praised
Mixed views
Criticised
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Expert reviews

In-depth analysis and verdict from leading tech publications

notebookcheck.net
22/08/2022
Not graded yet
radiotimes.com
30/05/2022
Not graded yet
techadvisor.com
05/07/2022
Not graded yet
trustedreviews.com
09/09/2022
Not graded yet
wareable.com
13/10/2022
Not graded yet
6.8
stuff.co.za
✓ explicit
13/12/2023
Review · Health and fitness
Verdict
The Honor Watch GS 3 suits people with varied needs, thanks to its bright screen and long battery life, but it runs no third-party apps.
eandt.theiet.org
14/10/2022
Not graded yet
8.5
gdgtme.com
✓ explicit
25/11/2023
Hands-on review · Health tracking
Verdict
The Honor Watch GS 3 is a light, stylish smartwatch with a readable screen, Route Back and sleep tracking, but it has no NFC or third-party apps.
heise.de
05/10/2022
Not graded yet
5.0
inside-digital.de
≈ estimated
22/10/2022
Everyday test · Jogging tracking
Verdict
The Honor Watch GS 3 is light, stylish and lasts over a week, but its heart-rate readings were off in every jogging session tested.
smartzone.de
15/07/2022
Not graded yet
technikfaultier.com
02/06/2022
Not graded yet
journaldugeek.com
11/07/2022
Not graded yet
notebookcheck.biz
23/08/2022
Not graded yet
8.0
rotek.fr
≈ estimated
20/03/2023
Review · GPS fitness watch
Verdict
The Honor Watch GS 3 is a comfortable round watch with built-in GPS and full health tracking, but its alarm is not very reliable and it lacks always-on display.
8.0
runactu.com
≈ estimated
12/05/2023
Field test · Running use
Verdict
The Honor Watch GS 3 is a slim everyday watch with a very readable screen, but its trail GPS and heart rate readings differ noticeably from a Garmin's.
9.0
robadainformatici.it
✓ explicit
28/10/2025
Full review · Everyday fitness
Verdict
The Honor Watch GS 3 is a light, classic round watch with a bright screen and about two weeks of battery, but it needs a phone for full use.
tomshw.it
29/06/2022
Not graded yet
andreagaleazzi.com
25/06/2022
Not graded yet

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What we like about Honor Watch Gs 3

  • Premium design with a slim, 10.5mm 316L stainless steel body that resembles a traditional timepiece
  • Vibrant 1.43-inch AMOLED display with high 326 PPI and sharp 466 x 466 resolution
  • Excellent battery life, typically lasting 10–14 days on a single charge
  • Fast charging capability providing a full day of usage from just a 5-minute charge
  • Wide variety of fitness features, including over 100 workout modes and built-in dual-frequency GPS
  • Lightweight and comfortable build at only 44g (body only)

What we don't like about Honor Watch Gs 3

  • Software limitations due to the LiteOS platform, which lacks third-party app support and a voice assistant
  • Lack of NFC for contactless payments on the global model
  • Non-interactive notifications that do not allow for direct replies or grouping
  • Incompatibility with iOS devices; the companion app is primarily for Android
  • Music player does not support streaming services like Spotify or Apple Music, requiring manual song transfers
  • Some users reported occasional bugs with the SpO2 sensor and heart rate tracking accuracy during high-intensity exercise

Verdict

The Honor Watch GS 3 is a slim, premium smartwatch featuring a 1.43-inch AMOLED 3D curved display with 466 x 466 resolution and a fully-polished 316L stainless steel body. Key technical highlights include an advanced 8-channel PPG heart rate sensor with AI-enabled frequency tracking, dual-frequency GNSS for precise GPS, and a battery life that reaches up to 14 days under typical usage with fast-charging support (5 minutes for 1 day of power). Its main pros are its elegant 10.5mm ultra-slim design, lightweight 44g build, and support for over 100 workout modes including professional fitness courses. However, notable cons include the lack of third-party app support, missing NFC functionality for payments, and read-only notifications that do not allow for interactive replies.

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