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Huawei Watch GT 3 SE Review | 126 Data compared

Avg. price:~£140Screen size:1.43 inchBattery life:14 daysDisplay type:AMOLED

Huawei Watch GT 3 SE Review: Compare 126 technical specifications and 21 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 87% of models
Score components

70%

8.1

Technical score

30%

8.1

Review score ( 9 · 12)

Review score 30% · 8.1 · based on 21 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. 6 more reviews are not scored yet.
â–²Better than 87% of smartwatches
8.1

Technical score

Technical score
8.1/ 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 87% of models
Score components

24%

7.2

Health

21%

10

Fitness

16%

8.5

Battery

14%

8.0

Smart features

12%

6.5

Connectivity

9%

8.2

Display & Design

4%

7.0

Hardware

â–²Better than 87% of smartwatches
8.1

Review score

Review score
8.1/ 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 72% of models
Grades by review (21)
9 reviews: 3 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 4
✓ explicit
2

7.1%

8.7

everytechever.com

3.6%

8.7

iconicmnl.com

≈ estimated
2

7.1%

9.0

lowyat.net

7.1%

8.0

root-nation.com

Video reviews 2

3.6%

8.0

The Product Reviewer

3.6%

7.0

TechMishka

estimated from the review
Shop star ratings are not part of this score.
â–²Better than 72% of smartwatches
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Technical Specifications of smartwatch Huawei Watch GT 3 SE

Technical score
Technical score
8.1/ 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 87% of models
Score components:

24%

7.2

Health

21%

10

Fitness

16%

8.5

Battery

14%

8.0

Smart features

12%

6.5

Connectivity

9%

8.2

Display & Design

4%

7.0

Hardware

8.1
Review score
Review score
8.1/ 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 72% of models
Grades by review (21)
9 reviews: 3 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 4
✓ explicit
2

7.1%

8.7

everytechever.com

3.6%

8.7

iconicmnl.com

≈ estimated
2

7.1%

9.0

lowyat.net

7.1%

8.0

root-nation.com

Video reviews 2

3.6%

8.0

The Product Reviewer

3.6%

7.0

TechMishka

estimated from the review
Shop star ratings are not part of this score.
8.1
Popularity
Popularity
7.1/ 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 59% of models
Popularity:
Huawei Watch GT 3 SE has a popularity of 7.1 points, which is higher than 59.2% of smartwatches.
7.1
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%

9.8

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
15.5 h
Battery life in training mode
15.5 h
â–¼ Worse than 55% of models
Market range: <5.5 h – >48 h
This smartwatch lasts 15.5 h in training mode which is shorter than 54.7% of smartwatches.
Battery life with GPS on
48 h
Battery life with GPS on
48 h
★ Better than 91% of models
Market range: <5.75 h – >43 h
This smartwatch lasts 48 h with GPS on which is longer than 91% of smartwatches and equal to that of 1.9% of smartwatches.
1.43" fhd amoled display with aod.
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
?
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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).
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.
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
461 ppi
Pixel density
461 ppi
â–² 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
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
1 GHz
CPU speed
1 GHz
â–¼ Worse than 40% of models
This smartwatch uses a CPU configuration of 1 GHz which is faster than that in 29.2% of smartwatches and equal to that in 31.2% of smartwatches.
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 SE vs the average smartwatch

246810TotalHealthFitnessBatteryConnectivityDisplay & DesignSmart featuresHardware
  • 28 h longer GPS battery life
    Battery life with GPS on
    48 h
    ★ Better than 91% of models
    Market range: <5.75 h – >43 h
    This smartwatch lasts longer with GPS on than the average smartwatch (48 h vs 20 h). The average smartwatch lasts 20 h.
    1.43" fhd amoled display with aod.
    48 h vs 20 h
  • 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.
  • 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.
  • 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.
  • 14.5% better value for money
    Huawei Watch GT 3 SE has a higher value-for-money score than the average smartwatch (8.61 vs 7.5).
    8.61 vs 7.52
  • 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.
  • 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
  • 28 h longer GPS battery life
    Battery life with GPS on
    48 h
    ★ Better than 91% of models
    Market range: <5.75 h – >43 h
    This smartwatch lasts longer with GPS on than the average smartwatch (48 h vs 20 h). The average smartwatch lasts 20 h.
    1.43" fhd amoled display with aod.
    48 h vs 20 h
  • 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.
  • 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
  • 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.
  • 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
  • Rugged construction
    Rugged design
    yes
    â–² Better than 62% of models
    This smartwatch has a rugged design, the average smartwatch does not. 37.9% of smartwatches have a rugged design.
  • 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
  • 135 ppi higher pixel density
    Pixel density
    461 ppi
    â–² 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
    â–² Better than 50% of models
    This smartwatch has a display resolution of 466x466, while the average smartwatch reaches 352x430.
    466x466 vs 352x430
  • 9.4 g lighter weight
    Weight
    35.6 g
    â–² Better than 73% of models
    Market range: <29 g – >80 g
    This smartwatch is lighter than the average smartwatch (35.6 g vs 45 g). The average smartwatch weighs 45.0 g.
    35.6 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
  • 2 mm narrower band
    Width of band
    20.0 mm
    â–² Better than 66% of models
    Market range: <20 mm – >22 mm
    This smartwatch has a narrower band width than the average smartwatch (20 mm vs 22 mm). The average smartwatch band is 22.0 mm wide.
    20.0 mm vs 22.0 mm
  • 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.
  • 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).
    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
  • 20 m lower water resistance depth
    Waterproof depth rating
    30 m
    â–¼ Worse than 53% of models
    Market range: <1 m – >50 m
    This smartwatch has a shallower waterproof rating than the average smartwatch (30 m vs 50 m). The average smartwatch reaches 50 m.
    30 m vs 50 m
  • 3.75 h shorter training battery life
    Battery life in training mode
    15.5 h
    â–¼ Worse than 55% of models
    Market range: <5.5 h – >48 h
    This smartwatch lasts less in training mode than the average smartwatch (15.5 h vs 19.25 h). The average smartwatch lasts 19.25 h.
    15.5 h vs 19.25 h
  • 4.4 mm wider watch width
    Width
    46.4 mm
    â–¼ Worse than 84% of models
    Market range: <34.6 mm – >46.8 mm
    This smartwatch is wider than the average smartwatch (46.4 mm vs 42 mm). The average smartwatch width is 42.0 mm.
    46.4 mm vs 42.0 mm
  • 3.75 h shorter training battery life
    Battery life in training mode
    15.5 h
    â–¼ Worse than 55% of models
    Market range: <5.5 h – >48 h
    This smartwatch lasts less in training mode than the average smartwatch (15.5 h vs 19.25 h). The average smartwatch lasts 19.25 h.
    15.5 h vs 19.25 h
  • 20 m lower water resistance depth
    Waterproof depth rating
    30 m
    â–¼ Worse than 53% of models
    Market range: <1 m – >50 m
    This smartwatch has a shallower waterproof rating than the average smartwatch (30 m vs 50 m). The average smartwatch reaches 50 m.
    30 m vs 50 m
  • 4.4 mm wider watch width
    Width
    46.4 mm
    â–¼ Worse than 84% of models
    Market range: <34.6 mm – >46.8 mm
    This smartwatch is wider than the average smartwatch (46.4 mm vs 42 mm). The average smartwatch width is 42.0 mm.
    46.4 mm vs 42.0 mm

Video reviews

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

8.0
The Product Reviewer
≈ estimated
04/02/2023
Hands-on review · battery, health and GPS tests
Verdict
The Huawei Watch GT 3 SE is an affordable smartwatch with long battery life and solid health tracking, though its phone features are limited.
7.0
TechMishka
≈ estimated
12/01/2023
Hands-on review · sports tracking and daily use
Verdict
The Huawei Watch GT 3 SE is a good sports watch for daily use, though the regular GT 3 is more appealing.
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What reviewers agree on

Based on 9 · 12

Reviewers like the light, comfortable fit, bright display, sport modes and battery life, but the build feels cheap and health tracking disappoints.
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Expert reviews

In-depth analysis and verdict from leading tech publications

8.0
root-nation.com
≈ estimated
03/02/2023
Hands-on review · Sports smartwatch
Verdict
The Huawei Watch GT 3 SE is a light, bright sports watch with up to 14 days of battery, though its large plastic case looks cheap in grey.
sonnydickson.com
06/12/2022
Not graded yet
9.0
lowyat.net
≈ estimated
13/02/2023
Review · Rugged sports watch
Verdict
The Huawei Watch GT 3 SE is a sporty, comfortable watch with a long-lasting battery, though iPhone users cannot import music or reply to messages on the watch.
impulsegamer.com
23/12/2022
Not graded yet
7.0
notebookcheck.com
≈ estimated
31/01/2023
Lab test · Sports tracking
Verdict
The Huawei Watch GT 3 SE has a bright screen and long-lasting battery, but its plastic design and less accurate sport readings hold it back.
heute.at
21/12/2022
Not graded yet
beyondpixels.de
26/11/2022
Not graded yet
7.0
notebookcheck.biz
≈ estimated
03/02/2023
Lab test · Sports watch
Verdict
The Huawei Watch GT 3 SE is a bright, long-lasting sports watch, but its plastic body and imprecise sport readings hold it back.
7.0
notebookcheck.nl
≈ estimated
03/02/2023
Lab test · Sports and health
Verdict
The Huawei Watch GT 3 SE offers a bright screen and long-lasting battery, but its heart rate and GPS readings are not accurate enough for serious training.

Third-party reviews

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What we like about Huawei Watch GT 3 SE

  • Exceptional battery life, often lasting up to 14 days on a single charge.
  • Lightweight and comfortable design, making it unobtrusive for daily wear.
  • Bright and crisp 1.43-inch AMOLED display with good visibility in sunlight.
  • Comprehensive health and fitness tracking, including over 100 workout modes and scientific sleep monitoring.
  • Affordable price point for a feature-rich smartwatch.
  • Bluetooth calling functionality with a surprisingly loud and clear speaker.

What we don't like about Huawei Watch GT 3 SE

  • Lack of NFC support for contactless payments, a significant missing feature for many users.
  • Limited ecosystem for third-party apps compared to Wear OS or Apple Watch.
  • Large 46mm case size may be too bulky for individuals with smaller wrists.
  • Inability to respond to notifications beyond simple preset quick replies.
  • Lack of a rotating crown for UI navigation (button only), unlike the standard GT 3.
  • Plastic/polymer fiber construction feels less premium than the stainless steel found on higher-end models.

Verdict

The Huawei Watch GT 3 SE is a lightweight, sports-oriented smartwatch featuring a 1.43-inch AMOLED display with a 466 x 466 resolution and a durable reinforced polymer fiber case weighing only 35.6g. It offers comprehensive health tracking via TruSeen 5.0+, including SpO2, heart rate, and sleep monitoring, alongside over 100 workout modes and 5ATM water resistance. Main advantages include its exceptional 14-day battery life, comfortable 'light fit' design, and compatibility with both Android and iOS for Bluetooth calling and notifications. However, notable drawbacks include the lack of a built-in temperature sensor, absence of NFC for mobile payments, and limited third-party app availability through the Huawei AppGallery.

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