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Huawei Watch GT 3 46mm Review | 126 Data compared

Avg. price:~£160Screen size:1.43 inchBattery life:14 daysDisplay type:AMOLED

Huawei Watch GT 3 46mm 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.

8.1

Overall score

Score
8.1/ 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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<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–² Better than 88% of models
Score components

70%

8.2

Technical score

30%

8.0

Review score ( 10 · 12)

Review score 30% · 8.0 · 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. 13 more reviews are not scored yet.
â–²Better than 88% of smartwatches
8.2

Technical score

Technical score
8.2/ 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
â–¼
<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–² Better than 89% of models
Score components

24%

7.4

Health

21%

10

Fitness

16%

8.4

Battery

14%

8.0

Smart features

12%

7.2

Connectivity

9%

7.9

Display & Design

4%

6.9

Hardware

â–²Better than 89% of smartwatches
8.0

Review score

Review score
8.0/ 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
â–¼
<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–² Better than 66% of models
Grades by review (22)
10 reviews: 8 with a printed score, 2 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
6

7.9%

8.0

techadvisor.com

6.3%

9.2

eftm.com

6.3%

8.8

techstomper.com

6.3%

8.0

androidheadlines.com

6.3%

8.0

whatsthebest.co.uk

6.3%

6.0

runningshoesguru.com

Video reviews 2

3.2%

9.0

Conor

1.6%

8.0

Tech Spurt

estimated from the review
Shop star ratings are not part of this score.
â–²Better than 66% of smartwatches
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Technical Specifications of smartwatch Huawei Watch GT 3 46mm

Technical score
Technical score
8.2/ 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
â–¼
<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–² Better than 89% of models
Score components:

24%

7.4

Health

21%

10

Fitness

16%

8.4

Battery

14%

8.0

Smart features

12%

7.2

Connectivity

9%

7.9

Display & Design

4%

6.9

Hardware

8.2
Review score
Review score
8.0/ 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
â–¼
<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–² Better than 66% of models
Grades by review (22)
10 reviews: 8 with a printed score, 2 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
6

7.9%

8.0

techadvisor.com

6.3%

9.2

eftm.com

6.3%

8.8

techstomper.com

6.3%

8.0

androidheadlines.com

6.3%

8.0

whatsthebest.co.uk

6.3%

6.0

runningshoesguru.com

Video reviews 2

3.2%

9.0

Conor

1.6%

8.0

Tech Spurt

estimated from the review
Shop star ratings are not part of this score.
8.0
Popularity
Popularity
9.1/ 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
â–¼
<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–² Better than 86% of models
Popularity:
Huawei Watch GT 3 46mm has a popularity of 9.1 points, which is higher than 86.3% of smartwatches.
9.1
Value for money
Value for money
8.6/ 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
â–¼
<55-66-77-88-99-10
★ Better than 93% of models
Score components:

60%

8.1

Overall score

40%

9.7

Price

8.6
Brand name
Huawei
Heart rate monitor
yes
Heart rate monitor
yes
â–² 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
â–² Better than 33% of models
This smartwatch supports blood oxygen monitoring. 33.4% of smartwatches support blood oxygen monitoring.
ECG
no
ECG
no
â–¼ 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
â–² Better than 52% of models
This smartwatch supports irregular heart rate warnings. 51.9% of smartwatches support irregular heart rate warnings.
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What reviewers say
Accelerometer
yes
Accelerometer
yes
â–² Better than 1% of models
This smartwatch includes an accelerometer. 0.6% of smartwatches include an accelerometer.
Barometer
yes
Barometer
yes
â–² Better than 51% of models
This smartwatch includes a barometer. 50.6% of smartwatches include a barometer.
Gyroscope
yes
Gyroscope
yes
â–² Better than 30% of models
This smartwatch includes a gyroscope. 30.2% of smartwatches include a gyroscope.
Cadence sensor
yes
Cadence sensor
yes
â–² Better than 69% of models
This smartwatch includes a cadence sensor. 69% of smartwatches include a cadence sensor.
Distance tracking
yes
Distance tracking
yes
â–² Better than 4% of models
This smartwatch supports distance tracking. 4.1% of smartwatches support distance tracking.
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What reviewers say
Battery life
14 days
Battery life
14 days
â–² 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.
Battery life in training mode
30 h
Battery life in training mode
30 h
â–² 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
â–² 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
455 mAh
Battery power
455 mAh
â–² Better than 86% of models
Market range: <195 mAh – >475 mAh
This smartwatch has a battery capacity of 455 mAh which is larger than the batteries in 86% of smartwatches and equal to those in 0.9% of smartwatches.
Charge time
105 min
Charge time
105 min
â–² Better than 60% of models
Market range: <60 min – >150 min
This smartwatch charges in 105 min which is faster than 59.6% of smartwatches and equal to the charge time of 2.3% of smartwatches.
Normalized from hour-based sources to 105 minutes.
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What reviewers say
Operating system
HarmonyOS
Operating system
HarmonyOS
â–² Better than 67% of models
This smartwatch runs HarmonyOS which is more advanced than the operating system in 66.9% of smartwatches and the same as that in 4.1% of smartwatches.
OS detail: HarmonyOS (2.1).
Software update frequency
occasional
Software update frequency
occasional
â–² Better than 58% of models
This smartwatch has occasional software update support which is more active than that of 57.6% of smartwatches and equal to that of 36.2% of smartwatches.
Third-party app support
yes
Third-party app support
yes
â–² 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
yes
Voice assistant support
yes
â–² Better than 32% of models
This smartwatch supports voice assistants. 32.4% of smartwatches support voice assistants.
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What reviewers say
Cellular module
no
Cellular module
no
â–¼ 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
â–² Better than 44% of models
This smartwatch supports GPS. 43.9% of smartwatches support GPS.
Galileo support
yes
Galileo support
yes
â–² Better than 62% of models
This smartwatch supports Galileo navigation. 61.6% of smartwatches support Galileo navigation.
Compass
yes
Compass
yes
â–² 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
â–² 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.
Some sources mention multiple/uncertain size variants.
Display type
AMOLED
Display type
AMOLED
â–² 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
â–² 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
326 ppi
Pixel density
326 ppi
â–² Better than 46% of models
Market range: <207 ppi – >461 ppi
This smartwatch has a pixel density of 326 ppi which is higher than that of 46.2% of smartwatches and equal to that of 8.1% of smartwatches.
Display brightness
800 nits
Display brightness
800 nits
â–² Better than 56% of models
Market range: <450 nits – >2k nits
This smartwatch reaches 800 nits of display brightness, which is higher than that of 55.9% of smartwatches and equal to that of 2.9% of smartwatches.
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What reviewers say
CPU speed
?
Processor model
?
RAM
?
Internal storage
4 GB
Internal storage
4 GB
â–² 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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Huawei Watch GT 3 46mm vs the average smartwatch

246810TotalHealthFitnessBatteryConnectivityDisplay & DesignSmart featuresHardware
  • Temperature sensing
    Temperature sensor
    yes
    â–² Better than 73% of models
    This smartwatch includes a temperature sensor, the average smartwatch does not. 26.8% of smartwatches include a temperature sensor.
  • 7 days day/s longer battery life
    Battery life
    14 days
    â–² 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.
    14 days vs 7 days
  • HRV tracking
    HRV tracking
    yes
    â–² Better than 59% of models
    This smartwatch supports HRV tracking, the average smartwatch does not. 40.8% of smartwatches support HRV tracking.
  • Maps support
    Maps support
    yes
    â–² Better than 69% of models
    This smartwatch supports maps, the average smartwatch does not. 31.5% of smartwatches support maps.
    Maps via Petal Maps app.
  • VO2 max measurement
    VO2 max measurement
    yes
    â–² 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
    â–² 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).
  • Supports wireless charging
    Wireless charging
    yes
    â–² Better than 76% of models
    This smartwatch supports wireless charging, the average smartwatch does not. 24.5% of smartwatches support wireless charging.
  • Third-party app support
    Third-party app support
    yes
    â–² 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.
  • 14.3% better value for money
    Huawei Watch GT 3 46mm has a higher value-for-money score than the average smartwatch (8.59 vs 7.5).
    8.59 vs 7.52
  • 48.6% more popular
    Huawei Watch GT 3 46mm has a higher popularity than the average smartwatch (9.09 vs 6.1).
    9.09 vs 6.12
  • Temperature sensing
    Temperature sensor
    yes
    â–² Better than 73% of models
    This smartwatch includes a temperature sensor, the average smartwatch does not. 26.8% of smartwatches include a temperature sensor.
  • HRV tracking
    HRV tracking
    yes
    â–² 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
    â–² 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
    â–² 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.
  • Weight tracking
    Weight tracking
    yes
    â–² Better than 61% of models
    This smartwatch supports weight tracking, the average smartwatch does not. 39.1% of smartwatches support weight tracking.
    Weight tracking may rely on manual app entry or smart-scale sync.
  • Water intake tracking
    Water intake tracking
    yes
    â–² Better than 56% of models
    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.
  • External heart rate monitor support
    External heart rate monitor compatibility
    yes
    â–² 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
    â–² Better than 51% of models
    This smartwatch includes a barometer, the average smartwatch does not. 49.5% of smartwatches include a barometer.
  • Cadence tracking
    Cadence sensor
    yes
    â–² Better than 69% of models
    This smartwatch includes a cadence sensor, the average smartwatch does not. 31.1% of smartwatches include a cadence sensor.
  • Route support
    Route support
    yes
    â–² 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
    â–² Better than 32% 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
    â–² 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.
    14 days vs 7 days
  • Supports wireless charging
    Wireless charging
    yes
    â–² Better than 76% of models
    This smartwatch supports wireless charging, the average smartwatch does not. 24.5% of smartwatches support wireless charging.
  • 10 h longer GPS battery life
    Battery life with GPS on
    30 h
    â–² 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
    â–² 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
  • 155 mAh larger battery capacity
    Battery life
    455 mAh days
    â–² Better than 77% of models
    Market range: <1 days – >16 days
    This smartwatch has a larger battery capacity than the average smartwatch (455 mAh vs 300 mAh). The average smartwatch battery is 300 mAh.
    455 mAh vs 300 mAh
  • 15 min shorter charge time
    Charge time
    105 min
    â–² Better than 60% of models
    Market range: <60 min – >150 min
    This smartwatch charges faster than the average smartwatch (105 min vs 120 min). The average smartwatch charges in 120 min.
    Normalized from hour-based sources to 105 minutes.
    105 min vs 120 min
  • Maps support
    Maps support
    yes
    â–² Better than 69% of models
    This smartwatch supports maps, the average smartwatch does not. 31.5% of smartwatches support maps.
    Maps via Petal Maps app.
  • Supports Wi-Fi
    Wi-Fi support
    yes
    â–² 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
    â–² Better than 62% of models
    This smartwatch supports Galileo navigation, the average smartwatch does not. 38.5% of smartwatches support Galileo navigation.
  • Newer Bluetooth version
    Bluetooth version
    5.2
    â–² Better than 73% of models
    This smartwatch supports a newer Bluetooth version than the average smartwatch (5.2 vs 5). The average smartwatch uses 5.0.
    5.2 vs 5.0
  • Stronger display glass
    Display glass type
    Corning Gorilla Glass
    â–² Better than 46% of models
    This smartwatch uses Corning Gorilla Glass display glass, while the average smartwatch uses mineral glass.
    Corning Gorilla Glass vs mineral glass
  • Better band material
    Band material
    silicone, leather, stainless steel
    â–² Better than 89% of models
    This smartwatch uses silicone, leather, stainless steel for the band material, while the average smartwatch uses silicone.
    silicone, leather, stainless steel vs silicone
  • Higher resolution
    Display type
    466 x 466
    â–² Better than 50% of models
    This smartwatch has a display resolution of 466x466, while the average smartwatch reaches 352x430.
    466x466 vs 352x430
  • 10 g lighter weight
    Weight
    35.0 g
    â–² Better than 73% of models
    Market range: <29 g – >80 g
    This smartwatch is lighter than the average smartwatch (35 g vs 45 g). The average smartwatch weighs 45.0 g.
    Weight refers to watch case without strap/band.
    35.0 g vs 45.0 g
  • 200 nits higher display brightness
    Display brightness
    800 nits
    â–² Better than 56% of models
    Market range: <450 nits – >2k nits
    This smartwatch has higher display brightness than the average smartwatch (800 nits vs 600 nits). The average smartwatch reaches 600 nits.
    800 nits vs 600 nits
  • Better case material
    Case material
    stainless steel, plastic
    â–² Better than 53% of models
    This smartwatch uses stainless steel, plastic for the case material, while the average smartwatch uses polycarbonate.
    stainless steel, plastic vs polycarbonate
  • Emergency SOS
    Emergency SOS
    yes
    â–² 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
    â–² 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
    HarmonyOS
    â–² Better than 67% of models
    This smartwatch runs a more advanced operating system than the average smartwatch (HarmonyOS vs Proprietary OS).
    OS detail: HarmonyOS (2.1).
    HarmonyOS vs Proprietary OS
  • More frequent updates
    Software update frequency
    occasional
    â–² Better than 58% of models
    This smartwatch receives occasional software updates, while the average smartwatch receives ended updates.
    occasional vs ended
  • 3.9 mm wider watch width
    Width
    45.9 mm
    â–¼ 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
  • 3.9 mm wider watch width
    Width
    45.9 mm
    â–¼ 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

Video reviews

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

9.0
Conor
≈ estimated
03/12/2022
Full review · battery, GPS, swim and running tests
Verdict
Huawei Watch GT 3 46mm is a top all-round pick for 2022, with outstanding battery life, strong fitness features and good value.
8.0
Tech Spurt
≈ estimated
30/10/2021
First look · unboxing and feature tour
Verdict
Huawei Watch GT 3 46mm looks promising, with a sleek design and premium features, but battery life is still to be confirmed.
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What reviewers agree on

Based on 10 · 13

Reviewers praise the premium design, sharp display and solid battery, but notifications, apps and payments are widely seen as weak.
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Expert reviews

In-depth analysis and verdict from leading tech publications

techradar.com
12/01/2022
Not graded yet
notebookcheck.net
13/01/2022
Not graded yet
8.0
androidheadlines.com
✓ explicit
19/03/2024
Two-week review · Display and software
Verdict
The Huawei Watch GT 3 is a sleek sports watch with a big, bright screen and long battery life, but its software has glitches and few apps.
pocket-lint.com
07/04/2022
Not graded yet
9.2
eftm.com
✓ explicit
21/04/2022
Hands-on review · Design and battery
Verdict
The Huawei Watch GT 3 is a good-looking fitness watch for larger wrists that lasts 9 days between charges, but it has no NFC or eSIM.
hitechcentury.com
19/02/2022
Not graded yet
6.0
runningshoesguru.com
✓ explicit
01/03/2024
Runner's review · Navigation and battery
Verdict
The Huawei Watch GT 3 suits new runners and people building healthy habits, with AI training plans, but its battery lasts about half what Huawei claims.
techaeris.com
17/03/2022
Not graded yet
8.0
whatsthebest.co.uk
✓ explicit
01/03/2024
Field test · Screen and battery
Verdict
The Huawei Watch GT 3 suits wider wrists, offering a bright screen and 8 to 14 days of battery, but it is too large for slimmer ones.
8.8
techstomper.com
✓ explicit
17/04/2022
Hands-on review · Features and battery
Verdict
The Huawei Watch GT 3 is a sturdy, good-looking sports watch with preset message replies, though its app store offers few standalone apps.
8.0
techadvisor.com
✓ explicit
28/09/2023
Full review · Fitness-first watch
Verdict
The Huawei Watch GT 3 is a handsome fitness watch with a bright screen and a two-week battery, but without third-party apps it is more tracker than smartwatch.
wareable.com
30/11/2021
Not graded yet
chip.de
03/02/2022
Not graded yet
heise.de
27/01/2022
Not graded yet
8.0
smart-home-fox.de
≈ estimated
20/01/2025
Full test · Sport and health
Verdict
The Huawei Watch GT 3 is a comfortable sports watch with a two-week battery and bright screen, but Google Maps is missing and the 46mm case is bulky.
8.0
china-gadgets.de
≈ estimated
09/02/2023
Hands-on test · Two-week battery
Verdict
The Huawei Watch GT 3 is a crisp, long-lasting watch with a crown for easy navigation, but its always-on screen ignores Do Not Disturb at night.
computerbild.de
10/12/2021
Not graded yet
nextpit.de
18/12/2021
Not graded yet
montre-cardio-gps.fr
13/12/2021
Not graded yet
8.5
charlestech.fr
✓ explicit
19/06/2024
Full review · Classic-look watch
Verdict
The Huawei Watch GT 3 is an elegant watch for sport and sleep tracking, but notifications appear at random and battery falls short of its claims.
7.0
frandroid.com
✓ explicit
24/06/2025
Full review · HarmonyOS watch
Verdict
The Huawei Watch GT 3 is a stylish, long-lasting watch that reads well outdoors, though its standby screen can't turn off by itself at night.

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What we like about Huawei Watch GT 3 46mm

  • Exceptional battery life, often lasting up to 14 days on a single charge.
  • Stunning 1.43-inch AMOLED display that is bright, crisp, and responsive.
  • High-end premium design and robust build quality featuring a stainless steel case.
  • Highly accurate heart rate (TruSeen 5.0+) and GPS tracking.
  • Comprehensive health and fitness suite including over 100 workout modes and an AI running coach.
  • Supports Bluetooth calling with clear audio quality.

What we don't like about Huawei Watch GT 3 46mm

  • Limited third-party app ecosystem compared to Wear OS or Apple Watch.
  • Restricted features for non-Huawei users, such as voice assistant and certain music controls.
  • Lack of contactless payment support (no NFC payments in many regions).
  • Huawei Health app can be difficult to install on Android (requiring AppGallery) and has reported stability issues on iOS.
  • The 46mm size can be too bulky for smaller wrists or uncomfortable during sleep.
  • Basic notification support that does not allow for rich interactions or viewing emojis.

Verdict

The Huawei Watch GT 3 46mm is a health-focused smartwatch featuring a 1.43-inch AMOLED touchscreen with a 466 x 466 resolution and a premium stainless steel front case. Key specifications include 4GB of storage, 32MB of RAM, and an extensive array of sensors such as an optical heart rate monitor (TruSeen 5.0+), SpO2, skin temperature, and dual-band five-system GNSS for accurate GPS tracking. Its primary advantages are a remarkable battery life of up to 14 days, more than 100 workout modes with an AI running coach, and high-quality Bluetooth calling via built-in speakers and microphones. However, main drawbacks include a lack of NFC for contactless payments, no third-party music streaming apps like Spotify, and limited notification interactivity, which often restricts users to viewing rather than responding to messages.

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