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Huawei Talkband B6 review: 127 specs compared

Avg. price:~£120Screen size:1.53 inchBattery life:3 daysDisplay type:AMOLED

Huawei Talkband B6 Review: Compare 127 technical specifications and 7 expert and video reviews to see how this product ranks in the Smartwatches category and whether it is worth buying.

Huawei Talkband B6
6.9/10

Overall score

Score
6.9/ 10
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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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▼ Worse than 55% of models
Score components

35%

6.6

Technical score

30%

?

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

25%

6.6

Reviews score

10%

6.6

Sentiment score

▼Worse than 55% of smartwatches
7.8

Value for money

Value for money
7.8/ 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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▼ Worse than 51% of models
Score components

70%

6.9

Overall score

30%

9.9

Price

▼Worse than 51%
6.6

Technical score

Technical score
6.6/ 10
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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 55% of models
Score components

24%

7.2

Health

21%

9.3

Fitness

16%

5.7

Battery

14%

5.3

Smart features

12%

4.2

Connectivity

9%

6.5

Display & Design

4%

3.8

Hardware

▲Better than 55%
6.6

Reviews score

Reviews score
6.6/ 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
▼ Worse than 62% of models

6.6

Mark 7.6 is below the typical mark 7.9 of this category, so it cannot lift the score above the technical score

80%

7.7

Average grade

20%

7.0

Popularity

Grades by review (7)
5 reviews + 2 videos, average 7.4/10. Reviews count 25% of the overall score.
User ratings collected online are not part of this score.
▼Worse than 62%
?

List score

List score
7.5/ 10
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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.
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Best rankings
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What reviewers say about the Huawei Talkband B6

Based on 5 · 2

Reviewers praise the build, calls and health tracking, but the earpiece fit, limited sports modes and poor iPhone support disappoint.
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Technical Specifications of smartwatch Huawei Talkband B6

Technical score
Technical score
6.6/ 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
▼
<55-66-77-88-99-10
▲ Better than 55% of models
Score components:

24%

7.2

Health

21%

9.3

Fitness

16%

5.7

Battery

14%

5.3

Smart features

12%

4.2

Connectivity

9%

6.5

Display & Design

4%

3.8

Hardware

6.6
Reviews score
6.6
List score
?
Value for money
Value for money
7.8/ 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
▼ Worse than 51% of models
Score components:

70%

6.9

Overall score

30%

9.9

Price

7.8
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.
Readings are for wellness use, not medical diagnosis.
ECG
no
This smartwatch does not support ECG. 18.2% of smartwatches support ECG.
Irregular heart rate warnings
yes
This smartwatch supports irregular heart rate warnings. 49.5% of smartwatches support irregular heart rate warnings.
HRV tracking
?
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What reviewers say
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
?
Distance tracking
yes
This smartwatch supports distance tracking. 3.7% of smartwatches support distance tracking.
Distance tracking may depend on phone GPS/app on some models.
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What reviewers say
Battery life
3 days
Market range: <1 day – >20 days
This smartwatch lasts 3 days on a charge, which is shorter than 76.7% of Smartwatches and the same as 3.5% of Smartwatches.
Battery life in training mode
?
Battery life with GPS on
N/A
Battery power
114 mAh
Market range: <200 mAh – >500 mAh
This smartwatch has a 114 mAh battery, which is smaller than 98.1% of Smartwatches.
Charge time
65 min
Market range: <60 min – >150 min
This smartwatch charges from empty in 65 min, which is quicker than 82.3% of Smartwatches and the same as 1% of Smartwatches.
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Operating system
LiteOS
This smartwatch runs LiteOS, which is more advanced than the system in 51.1% of Smartwatches and equal to 2.6% of Smartwatches.
Software update frequency
ended
This smartwatch has ended software update support which is less active than that of 46.1% of smartwatches and equal to that of 53.9% of smartwatches.
Third-party app support
no
This smartwatch does not support third-party apps. 51.6% 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
no
This smartwatch does not include a cellular module. 16.7% of smartwatches include a cellular module.
SIM cards
0
GPS
no
This smartwatch does not support GPS. 59.8% of smartwatches support GPS.
Galileo support
no
This smartwatch does not support Galileo navigation. 43.6% of smartwatches support Galileo navigation.
Dual-frequency GPS
no
This smartwatch does not support dual-frequency GPS. 15.1% of Smartwatches offer this.
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What reviewers say
Screen size
1.53 inch
Market range: <1.2 inch – >1.83 inch
This smartwatch has a 1.53 inch screen, which is larger than 71.6% of Smartwatches and the same as 0.2% 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.
Resolution
188x 460
This smartwatch has a display resolution of 188x460 which is lower than that of 92.4% of smartwatches.
Pixel density
325 ppi
Market range: <213 ppi – >461 ppi
This smartwatch has a pixel density of 325 ppi, which is lower than 55.2% of Smartwatches and equal to 1% of Smartwatches.
Display brightness
500 nits
Market range: <450 nits – >2k nits
This smartwatch has a screen brightness of 500 nits, which is lower than 73.2% of Smartwatches and equal to 13.6% of Smartwatches.
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What reviewers say
CPU speed
1 GHz
This smartwatch uses a CPU configuration of 1 GHz which is faster than that in 30.1% of smartwatches and equal to that in 30.1% of smartwatches.
Derived from core-count and per-core clock notation
Processor model
?
RAM
?
Internal storage
16 GB
Market range: <0 GB – >32 GB
This smartwatch has 16 GB of internal storage, which is more than 77% of Smartwatches and equal to 4.2% 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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What reviewers say

Huawei Talkband B6 vs the average smartwatch

246810TotalHealthFitnessBatteryConnectivityDisplay & DesignSmart featuresHardware
  • Temperature sensing
    This smartwatch includes a temperature sensor, the average smartwatch does not. 31.9% of smartwatches include a temperature sensor.
    Temperature readings may be skin/ambient trends, not core-body medical values.
  • 55 min quicker charging
    This smartwatch charges faster than the average smartwatch (65 min vs 120 min). The average smartwatch takes 120 min to charge from empty.
    65 min vs 120 min
  • External heart rate monitor support
    This smartwatch supports external heart rate monitor compatibility, the average smartwatch does not. 46.6% of smartwatches support external heart rate monitor compatibility.
  • Supports Wi-Fi
    This smartwatch supports Wi-Fi, the average smartwatch does not. 43.5% of smartwatches support Wi-Fi.
  • Supports ANT+
    This smartwatch supports ANT+, the average smartwatch does not. 13% of smartwatches support ANT+.
  • Calorie tracking
    This smartwatch supports calorie tracking, the average smartwatch does not. 48.7% of smartwatches support calorie tracking.
  • More advanced operating system
    This smartwatch runs a more advanced operating system than the average smartwatch (LiteOS vs Proprietary OS).
    LiteOS vs Proprietary OS
  • 16.2 g lighter
    This smartwatch is lighter than the average smartwatch (28.8 g vs 45 g). The average smartwatch weighs 45 g.
    28.8 g vs 45 g
  • Temperature sensing
    This smartwatch includes a temperature sensor, the average smartwatch does not. 31.9% of smartwatches include a temperature sensor.
    Temperature readings may be skin/ambient trends, not core-body medical values.
  • Calorie tracking
    This smartwatch supports calorie tracking, the average smartwatch does not. 48.7% of smartwatches support calorie tracking.
  • Weight tracking
    This smartwatch supports weight tracking, the average smartwatch does not. 41.9% of smartwatches support weight tracking.
    Weight tracking may rely on manual app entry or smart-scale sync.
  • External heart rate monitor support
    This smartwatch supports external heart rate monitor compatibility, the average smartwatch does not. 46.6% of smartwatches support external heart rate monitor compatibility.
  • 55 min quicker charging
    This smartwatch charges faster than the average smartwatch (65 min vs 120 min). The average smartwatch takes 120 min to charge from empty.
    65 min vs 120 min
  • Supports Wi-Fi
    This smartwatch supports Wi-Fi, the average smartwatch does not. 43.5% of smartwatches support Wi-Fi.
  • Supports ANT+
    This smartwatch supports ANT+, the average smartwatch does not. 13% of smartwatches support ANT+.
  • More current Bluetooth version
    This smartwatch uses a more current Bluetooth version than the average smartwatch (5.2 vs 5).
    5.2 vs 5
  • 16.2 g lighter
    This smartwatch is lighter than the average smartwatch (28.8 g vs 45 g). The average smartwatch weighs 45 g.
    28.8 g vs 45 g
  • Better case material
    This smartwatch uses stainless steel for the case material, while the average smartwatch uses polycarbonate.
    stainless steel vs polycarbonate
  • 0.13 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.
    1.53 inch vs 1.4 inch
  • 19.9 mm narrower case
    This smartwatch has a narrower case than the average smartwatch (22.6 mm vs 42.5 mm). The average smartwatch measures 42.5 mm across.
    22.6 mm vs 42.5 mm
  • Better band material
    This smartwatch uses silicone, leather for the band material, while the average smartwatch uses silicone.
    silicone, leather vs silicone
  • More advanced operating system
    This smartwatch runs a more advanced operating system than the average smartwatch (LiteOS vs Proprietary OS).
    LiteOS vs Proprietary OS
  • 4x more internal storage
    This smartwatch has more internal storage than the average smartwatch (16 GB vs 4 GB). The average smartwatch has 4 GB of internal storage.
    16 GB vs 4 GB
  • 1 more microphones
    This smartwatch has more microphones than the average smartwatch (2 vs 1). The average smartwatch has 1 microphones.
    2 vs 1
  • No GPS support
    This smartwatch does not support GPS, the average smartwatch does. 59.7% of smartwatches support GPS.
  • No third-party apps
    This smartwatch does not support third-party apps, the average smartwatch does. 51.6% of smartwatches support third-party apps.
  • 49 m shallower water rating
    This smartwatch is rated for shallower water than the average smartwatch (1 m vs 50 m). The average smartwatch is rated to 50 m.
    0.1 ATM class (ISO 22,810 shallow-water rating, not diving certification).
    1 m vs 50 m
  • No music playback
    This smartwatch does not support music playback, the average smartwatch does. 57.1% of smartwatches support music playback.
  • No speaker
    This smartwatch does not include a built-in speaker, the average smartwatch does. 56.7% of smartwatches include a built-in speaker.
  • No route support
    This smartwatch does not support route support, the average smartwatch does. 54.4% of smartwatches support route support.
  • 4 days shorter battery life
    This smartwatch runs for less time per charge than the average smartwatch (3 days vs 7 days). The average smartwatch runs for 7 days on a charge.
    3 days vs 7 days
  • No live tracking
    This smartwatch does not support live tracking, the average smartwatch does. 89.5% of smartwatches support live tracking.
  • 5.7% lower review score
    Reviews score
    6.6/ 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
    ▼ Worse than 62% of models

    6.6

    Mark 7.6 is below the typical mark 7.9 of this category, so it cannot lift the score above the technical score

    80%

    7.7

    Average grade

    20%

    7.0

    Popularity

    Grades by review (7)
    5 reviews + 2 videos, average 7.4/10. Reviews count 25% of the overall score.
    User ratings collected online are not part of this score.
    6.6 vs 7.0
  • 12.0% lower sentiment score
    6.6 vs 7.5
  • 1 years older
    This smartwatch was released earlier than the average smartwatch (2020 vs 2021). The average smartwatch was released in 2021.
    July 2020
    2020 vs 2021
  • No route support
    This smartwatch does not support route support, the average smartwatch does. 54.4% of smartwatches support route support.
  • No live tracking
    This smartwatch does not support live tracking, the average smartwatch does. 89.5% of smartwatches support live tracking.
  • 83 fewer exercise types
    This smartwatch includes fewer exercise types than the average smartwatch (7 vs 90). The average smartwatch includes 90 exercise types.
    7 vs 90
  • 4 days shorter battery life
    This smartwatch runs for less time per charge than the average smartwatch (3 days vs 7 days). The average smartwatch runs for 7 days on a charge.
    3 days vs 7 days
  • 191 mAh smaller battery capacity
    This smartwatch has a smaller battery than the average smartwatch (114 mAh vs 305 mAh). The average smartwatch has a 305 mAh battery.
    114 mAh vs 305 mAh
  • No GPS support
    This smartwatch does not support GPS, the average smartwatch does. 59.7% of smartwatches support GPS.
  • 49 m shallower water rating
    This smartwatch is rated for shallower water than the average smartwatch (1 m vs 50 m). The average smartwatch is rated to 50 m.
    0.1 ATM class (ISO 22,810 shallow-water rating, not diving certification).
    1 m vs 50 m
  • Lower resolution
    This smartwatch has a display resolution of 188x460, while the average smartwatch reaches 360x360.
    188x460 vs 360x360
  • 250 nits dimmer screen
    This smartwatch has a dimmer screen than the average smartwatch (500 nits vs 750 nits). The average smartwatch peaks at 750 nits.
    500 nits vs 750 nits
  • 11.9 mm taller case
    This smartwatch has a taller case than the average smartwatch (56.9 mm vs 45 mm). The average smartwatch is 45 mm tall.
    56.9 mm vs 45 mm
  • Less practical form
    This smartwatch uses a rectangular form, while the average smartwatch uses round.
    rectangular vs round
  • 0.8 mm thicker
    This smartwatch is thicker than the average smartwatch (12.5 mm vs 11.7 mm). The average smartwatch is 11.7 mm thick.
    12.5 mm vs 11.7 mm
  • No third-party apps
    This smartwatch does not support third-party apps, the average smartwatch does. 51.6% of smartwatches support third-party apps.
  • No music playback
    This smartwatch does not support music playback, the average smartwatch does. 57.1% of smartwatches support music playback.
  • No speaker
    This smartwatch does not include a built-in speaker, the average smartwatch does. 56.7% of smartwatches include a built-in speaker.

Video reviews

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

9.0
Shaan Haider
≈ estimated
25/08/2020
First impressions · unboxing and design tour
Verdict
The Huawei Talkband B6 looks good in nearly every respect at first glance.
Not graded
Hands-on video, no verdict
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Expert reviews

In-depth analysis and verdict from leading tech publications

7.0
notebookcheck.net
≈ estimated
08/02/2021
Practical test · Small all-rounder
Verdict
The Huawei TalkBand B6 is a small all-rounder that tracks well and calls clearly, but its sports modes are limited and iPhone users get fewer features.
7.0
notebookcheck.com
≈ estimated
07/02/2021
Hands-on test · Band with calls
Verdict
The Huawei TalkBand B6 is for everyday wearers who mostly want steps and sleep tracked, but sports fans will find its workout options limited.
7.0
notebookcheck.biz
≈ estimated
09/02/2021
Practical test · Compact tracker
Verdict
The Huawei TalkBand B6 suits buyers who want accurate steps and heart rate plus a headset, but sports fans should look elsewhere.
7.0
notebookcheck.it
≈ estimated
11/02/2021
Practical test · Headset tracker
Verdict
The Huawei TalkBand B6 is an accurate everyday tracker with good call sound, though its limited sports list and iPhone restrictions matter to active users.
6.0
notebookcheck.nl
≈ estimated
09/02/2021
Practical test · Calling tracker
Verdict
The Huawei TalkBand B6 works well as a tracker and delivers clear calls through its headset, but its sports options are limited.

Third-party reviews

What customers like about Huawei Talkband B6

  • Unique 2-in-1 design with a detachable Bluetooth headset for convenient calling
  • Excellent call audio quality for both the wearer and the caller
  • Large, vibrant AMOLED display with a 50% larger viewing area than previous models
  • Lightweight and comfortable fit, even when worn for long periods
  • Quick charging capability, providing up to 4 hours of talk time from a 10-minute charge
  • Includes advanced health features like continuous heart rate, SpO2, and sleep tracking

What customers don't like about Huawei Talkband B6

  • Lack of built-in GPS, requiring a tethered smartphone for location tracking
  • Relatively short battery life of 2–3 days with regular use compared to standard fitness trackers
  • Software experience can be buggy, with some users reporting frequent disconnects or difficulty syncing
  • Limited smart features, such as basic notifications and no support for third-party apps
  • Some features like remote camera control are restricted to Huawei-brand smartphones
  • Sensitive touch interface can lead to accidental app launches

Verdict

The Huawei TalkBand B6 is a versatile 2-in-1 wearable that features a detachable 1.53-inch curved AMOLED display (460 x 188 resolution, 326 PPI) that doubles as a Bluetooth 5.2 headset. Powered by the Kirin A1 chipset, it provides comprehensive health tracking including SpO2 monitoring, TruSeen heart rate detection, and TruSleep 2.0 analysis alongside 7–9 workout modes. Its main pros are the innovative hybrid design that allows for convenient hands-free calling with dual-mic noise cancellation and fast USB-C charging that offers 4 hours of talk time from a 10-minute charge. However, significant cons include a relatively short 3-day typical battery life, the absence of built-in GPS, and limited functionality when paired with iOS devices.

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