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Huawei Watch GT 5 Review | 126 Data compared

Avg. price:~£220Screen size:1.43 inchBattery life:9 daysDisplay type:AMOLED

Huawei Watch GT 5 Review: Compare 126 technical specifications and 24 expert and video reviews to see how this product ranks in the Smartwatches category and whether it is worth buying.

8.4

Overall score

Score
8.4/ 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
▼
<55-66-77-88-99-10
★ Better than 96% of models
Score components

70%

8.4

Technical score

30%

8.5

Review score ( 12 · 12)

Review score 30% · 8.5 · based on 24 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. 19 more reviews are not scored yet.
★Better than 96% of smartwatches
8.4

Technical score

Technical score
8.4/ 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 94% of models
Score components

24%

8.7

Health

21%

9.6

Fitness

16%

6.8

Battery

14%

8.0

Smart features

12%

7.6

Connectivity

9%

9.4

Display & Design

4%

8.4

Hardware

★Better than 94% of smartwatches
8.5

Review score

Review score
8.5/ 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 89% of models
Grades by review (24)
12 reviews: 5 with a printed score, 7 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
1

5.6%

8.8

gadgetbytenepal.com

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3

5.6%

9.0

gsmarena.com

5.6%

9.0

gadgetmatch.com

5.6%

7.0

en.mobil.se

Video reviews 1

2.8%

9.0

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estimated from the review
Shop star ratings are not part of this score.
▲Better than 89% of smartwatches
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Technical Specifications of smartwatch Huawei Watch GT 5

Technical score
Technical score
8.4/ 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 94% of models
Score components:

24%

8.7

Health

21%

9.6

Fitness

16%

6.8

Battery

14%

8.0

Smart features

12%

7.6

Connectivity

9%

9.4

Display & Design

4%

8.4

Hardware

8.4
Review score
Review score
8.5/ 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 89% of models
Grades by review (24)
12 reviews: 5 with a printed score, 7 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
1

5.6%

8.8

gadgetbytenepal.com

≈ estimated
3

5.6%

9.0

gsmarena.com

5.6%

9.0

gadgetmatch.com

5.6%

7.0

en.mobil.se

Video reviews 1

2.8%

9.0

TechTablets

estimated from the review
Shop star ratings are not part of this score.
8.5
Popularity
Popularity
8.7/ 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 80% of models
Popularity:
Huawei Watch GT 5 has a popularity of 8.7 points, which is higher than 79.9% of smartwatches.
8.7
Value for money
Value for money
8.7/ 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 97% of models
Score components:

60%

8.4

Overall score

40%

9.4

Price

8.7
Brand name
Huawei
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.
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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
no
Cadence sensor
no
▼ Worse than 31% of models
This smartwatch does not include a cadence sensor. 31.2% of smartwatches include a 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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What reviewers say
Battery life
9 days
Battery life
9 days
▲ Better than 60% of models
Market range: <1 days – >16 days
This smartwatch offers a battery life of 9 days which is longer than that of 60.3% of smartwatches and equal to that of 2.6% of smartwatches.
Up to 14 days max, 5 days with AOD.
Battery life in training mode
8 h
Battery life in training mode
8 h
▼ Worse than 73% of models
Market range: <5.5 h – >48 h
This smartwatch lasts 8 h in training mode which is shorter than 73.4% of smartwatches and equal to that of 3.9% of smartwatches.
20 (with best gps mode.
Battery life with GPS on
20 h
Battery life with GPS on
20 h
▼ Worse than 48% of models
Market range: <5.75 h – >43 h
This smartwatch lasts 20 h with GPS on which is longer than 46.6% of smartwatches and equal to that of 5.6% of smartwatches.
Battery power
524 mAh
Battery power
524 mAh
★ Better than 96% of models
Market range: <195 mAh – >475 mAh
This smartwatch has a battery capacity of 524 mAh which is larger than the batteries in 96% of smartwatches.
Charge time
60 min
Charge time
60 min
▲ Better than 83% of models
Market range: <60 min – >150 min
This smartwatch charges in 60 min which is faster than 82.6% of smartwatches and equal to the charge time of 12.1% of smartwatches.
Approximate value from reported charging range: 60 minutes.
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What reviewers say
Operating system
HarmonyOS
Operating system
HarmonyOS
▲ 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 (5).
Software update frequency
occasional
Software update frequency
occasional
▲ 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.
Updates are typically released about every 3 months.
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.
Notifications
yes
Notifications
yes
Category Benchmark
This smartwatch supports notifications. 0.3% of smartwatches support notifications.
Voice assistant support
yes
Voice assistant support
yes
▲ 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
▼ Worse than 18% of models
This smartwatch does not include a cellular module. 18% of smartwatches include a cellular module.
SIM cards
1
SIM cards
1
▲ Better than 2% of models
Market range: <0 – >5
This smartwatch uses 1 for cellular connectivity which is more advanced than that of 2% of smartwatches and the same as that of 98% of smartwatches.
eSIM
GPS
yes
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
1,200 nits
Display brightness
1,200 nits
▲ Better than 86% of models
Market range: <450 nits – >2k nits
This smartwatch reaches 1,200 nits of display brightness, which is higher than that of 86.5% of smartwatches and equal to that of 0.6% of smartwatches.
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What reviewers say
CPU speed
?
Processor model
?
RAM
?
Internal storage
32 GB
Internal storage
32 GB
▲ Better than 85% of models
Market range: <0 GB – >32 GB
This smartwatch uses 32 GB for internal storage which is larger than that of 84.7% of smartwatches and equal to that of 13.4% 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 5 vs the average smartwatch

246810TotalHealthFitnessBatteryConnectivityDisplay & DesignSmart featuresHardware
  • Blood pressure monitoring
    Blood pressure monitoring
    yes
    ▲ Better than 78% of models
    This smartwatch supports blood pressure monitoring, the average smartwatch does not. 22% of smartwatches support blood pressure monitoring.
  • 60 min shorter charge time
    Charge time
    60 min
    ▲ Better than 83% of models
    Market range: <60 min – >150 min
    This smartwatch charges faster than the average smartwatch (60 min vs 120 min). The average smartwatch charges in 120 min.
    Approximate value from reported charging range: 60 minutes.
    60 min vs 120 min
  • 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.
  • Readiness score
    Readiness score
    yes
    ▲ Better than 83% of models
    This smartwatch supports readiness scores, the average smartwatch does not. 17.5% of smartwatches support readiness scores.
  • 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.
  • Stronger display glass
    Display glass type
    sapphire
    ▲ Better than 82% of models
    This smartwatch uses sapphire display glass, while the average smartwatch uses mineral glass.
    sapphire vs mineral glass
  • Maps support
    Maps support
    yes
    ▲ 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
    ▲ Better than 52% of models
    This smartwatch measures VO2 max, the average smartwatch does not. 47.6% of smartwatches measure VO2 max.
  • 15.8% better value for money
    Huawei Watch GT 5 has a higher value-for-money score than the average smartwatch (8.71 vs 7.5).
    8.71 vs 7.52
  • Blood pressure monitoring
    Blood pressure monitoring
    yes
    ▲ Better than 78% of models
    This smartwatch supports blood pressure monitoring, the average smartwatch does not. 22% of smartwatches support blood pressure monitoring.
  • 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.
  • Readiness score
    Readiness score
    yes
    ▲ Better than 83% of models
    This smartwatch supports readiness scores, the average smartwatch does not. 17.5% of smartwatches support readiness scores.
  • 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.
  • 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.
  • Weight tracking
    Weight tracking
    yes
    ▲ 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.
  • 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
    ▲ 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
  • 60 min shorter charge time
    Charge time
    60 min
    ▲ Better than 83% of models
    Market range: <60 min – >150 min
    This smartwatch charges faster than the average smartwatch (60 min vs 120 min). The average smartwatch charges in 120 min.
    Approximate value from reported charging range: 60 minutes.
    60 min vs 120 min
  • Supports wireless charging
    Wireless charging
    yes
    ▲ Better than 76% of models
    This smartwatch supports wireless charging, the average smartwatch does not. 24.5% of smartwatches support wireless charging.
  • 224 mAh larger battery capacity
    Battery life
    524 mAh days
    ▲ Better than 60% of models
    Market range: <1 days – >16 days
    This smartwatch has a larger battery capacity than the average smartwatch (524 mAh vs 300 mAh). The average smartwatch battery is 300 mAh.
    Up to 14 days max, 5 days with AOD.
    524 mAh vs 300 mAh
  • 2 days day/s longer battery life
    Battery life
    9 days
    ▲ Better than 60% of models
    Market range: <1 days – >16 days
    This smartwatch offers 9 days of battery life, while the average smartwatch offers 7 days.
    Up to 14 days max, 5 days with AOD.
    9 days vs 7 days
  • Maps support
    Maps support
    yes
    ▲ Better than 69% of models
    This smartwatch supports maps, the average smartwatch does not. 31.5% of smartwatches support maps.
  • NFC functionality
    NFC
    yes
    ▲ Better than 57% of models
    This smartwatch supports NFC, the average smartwatch does not. 43.4% of smartwatches support NFC.
    NFC hardware is present, but payment support varies by region.
  • 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.
  • Newer Bluetooth version
    Bluetooth version
    5.2
    ▲ 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
    sapphire
    ▲ Better than 82% of models
    This smartwatch uses sapphire display glass, while the average smartwatch uses mineral glass.
    sapphire vs mineral glass
  • 600 nits higher display brightness
    Display brightness
    1,200 nits
    ▲ Better than 86% of models
    Market range: <450 nits – >2k nits
    This smartwatch has higher display brightness than the average smartwatch (1200 nits vs 600 nits). The average smartwatch reaches 600 nits.
    1,200 nits vs 600 nits
  • Rugged construction
    Rugged design
    yes
    ▲ Better than 62% of models
    This smartwatch has a rugged design, the average smartwatch does not. 37.9% of smartwatches have a rugged design.
  • Better IP rating
    IP rating
    IP69K
    ★ Better than 99% of models
    This smartwatch has a better IP rating than the average smartwatch (IP69K vs IP68).
    Also reported with 5ATM water-resistance rating.
    IP69K vs IP68
  • 2.1 mm thinner watch body
    Thickness
    9.50 mm
    ★ Better than 92% of models
    Market range: <9.8 mm – >14.1 mm
    This smartwatch is thinner than the average smartwatch (9.5 mm vs 11.6 mm). The average smartwatch thickness is 11.6 mm.
    Some sources mention variant-dependent thickness values.
    9.50 mm vs 11.6 mm
  • 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
  • 4 mm narrower band
    Width of band
    18.0 mm
    ★ Better than 94% of models
    Market range: <20 mm – >22 mm
    This smartwatch has a narrower band width than the average smartwatch (18 mm vs 22 mm). The average smartwatch band is 22.0 mm wide.
    18.0 mm vs 22.0 mm
  • Better case material
    Case material
    stainless steel
    ▲ Better than 58% of models
    This smartwatch uses stainless steel for the case material, while the average smartwatch uses polycarbonate.
    stainless steel vs polycarbonate
  • Better band material
    Band material
    silicone, leather, nylon, fabric
    ▲ Better than 65% of models
    This smartwatch uses silicone, leather, nylon, fabric for the band material, while the average smartwatch uses silicone.
    silicone, leather, nylon, fabric vs silicone
  • 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.
  • 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.
  • More advanced operating system
    Operating system
    HarmonyOS
    ▲ Better than 67% of models
    This smartwatch runs a more advanced operating system than the average smartwatch (HarmonyOS vs Proprietary OS).
    OS detail: HarmonyOS (5).
    HarmonyOS vs Proprietary OS
  • More frequent updates
    Software update frequency
    occasional
    ▲ Better than 58% of models
    This smartwatch receives occasional software updates, while the average smartwatch receives ended updates.
    Updates are typically released about every 3 months.
    occasional vs ended
  • 28 GB more storage
    Internal storage
    32 GB
    ▲ Better than 85% of models
    Market range: <0 GB – >32 GB
    This smartwatch offers more internal storage than the average smartwatch (32 GB vs 4 GB). The average smartwatch provides 4 GB of storage.
    32 GB vs 4 GB
  • 3 year/s newer release date
    Release date
    2024
    ▲ Better than 88% of models
    Market range: <2k – >2k
    This smartwatch has a newer release date than the average smartwatch (2024 vs 2021). The average smartwatch was released in 2021.
    September 2024
    2024 vs 2021
  • 11.25 h shorter training battery life
    Battery life in training mode
    8 h
    ▼ Worse than 73% of models
    Market range: <5.5 h – >48 h
    This smartwatch lasts less in training mode than the average smartwatch (8 h vs 19.25 h). The average smartwatch lasts 19.25 h.
    20 (with best gps mode.
    8 h vs 19.25 h
  • No smart alarm
    Smart alarm
    no
    ▼ Worse than 53% of models
    This smartwatch does not support a smart alarm, the average smartwatch does. 52.7% of smartwatches support smart alarms.
  • 69.2% more expensive
    Huawei Watch GT 5 is more expensive than the average smartwatch (£220 vs £130).
    £220 vs £130
  • 69.2% more expensive
    Huawei Watch GT 5 is more expensive than the average smartwatch (£220 vs £130).
    £220 vs £130
  • 11.25 h shorter training battery life
    Battery life in training mode
    8 h
    ▼ Worse than 73% of models
    Market range: <5.5 h – >48 h
    This smartwatch lasts less in training mode than the average smartwatch (8 h vs 19.25 h). The average smartwatch lasts 19.25 h.
    20 (with best gps mode.
    8 h vs 19.25 h
  • No smart alarm
    Smart alarm
    no
    ▼ Worse than 53% of models
    This smartwatch does not support a smart alarm, the average smartwatch does. 52.7% of smartwatches support smart alarms.

Video reviews

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

9.0
TechTablets
≈ estimated
19/09/2024
Hands-on review · GPS, heart rate and battery tests
Verdict
Huawei Watch GT 5 is a premium wearable with long battery life, and it is recommended for serious sports tracking.
Not graded yet
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Brand video
Hands-on video, no verdict
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What reviewers agree on

Based on 12 · 12

Reviewers love the long battery life and stylish design, but the thin app selection and missing payments hold it back.
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Expert reviews

In-depth analysis and verdict from leading tech publications

techradar.com
25/10/2024
Not graded yet
phonearena.com
26/09/2024
Not graded yet
androidheadlines.com
08/11/2024
Not graded yet
trustedreviews.com
19/09/2024
Not graded yet
1side0.net
09/10/2024
Not graded yet
7.0
en.mobil.se
≈ estimated
24/01/2025
Hands-on test · Running and routes
Verdict
The Huawei Watch GT 5 is a comfortable, responsive watch with accurate workout data, though its route guidance is hard to follow and music loading is Android-only.
computerbild.de
19/09/2024
Not graded yet
heise.de
13/11/2024
Not graded yet
8.9
connect.de
✓ explicit
15/11/2024
Hands-on test · Battery and fitness
Verdict
The Huawei Watch GT 5 is a well-built steel watch with long battery life and strong fitness tracking, but its app store and smart features are limited.
8.0
inside-digital.de
✓ explicit
15/11/2024
Hands-on test · Training and battery
Verdict
The Huawei Watch GT 5 is a strong training watch with fast GPS, near chest-strap heart-rate accuracy and about 15 days of battery, but no ECG.
notebookcheck.com
19/09/2024
Not graded yet
9.0
phonandroid.com
≈ estimated
14/11/2024
Hands-on test · Sport and style
Verdict
The Huawei Watch GT 5 is a slim, stylish sports watch with a bright screen and comfortable fit, but its always-on mode can halve battery life.
8.0
rotek.fr
≈ estimated
02/12/2024
Hands-on test · Comfort and sleep
Verdict
The Huawei Watch GT 5 is a comfortable, long-lasting fitness watch with solid health tracking, but it has no Google Play Store and no contactless payments in France.
notebookcheck.biz
22/09/2024
Not graded yet
test-achats.be
19/09/2024
Not graded yet

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What we like about Huawei Watch GT 5

  • Exceptional battery life (up to 14 days on 46mm models and 7 days on 41mm models)
  • Stylish and premium design with durable stainless steel or titanium/ceramic finishes
  • Highly accurate health and fitness tracking powered by the new TruSense system
  • Vibrant and crisp AMOLED display that is easily readable outdoors
  • Seamless compatibility with both Android and iOS devices
  • Competitive pricing offering great value for a mid-range smartwatch
  • Snappy and responsive user interface with improved animations
  • Fast charging capabilities, reaching a full charge in approximately one hour

What we don't like about Huawei Watch GT 5

  • Limited ecosystem of third-party apps compared to Wear OS or watchOS
  • Restricted smartwatch functionality for iOS users (e.g., inability to reply to messages)
  • Lack of widely supported contactless payment options (Huawei Pay availability is limited)
  • No eSIM or Wi-Fi support, requiring a constant smartphone connection for full utility
  • The standard GT 5 model lacks the sapphire glass and ECG features of the Pro version
  • Huawei Health app can be unintuitive and difficult to find specific settings
  • Voice assistant and advanced smart features are less capable than competitors
  • Notification management can be inconsistent, with some app icons not appearing correctly

Verdict

The Huawei Watch GT 5 is a mid-range smartwatch featuring a distinctive octagonal 316L stainless steel case available in 46mm and 41mm sizes, equipped with a vibrant 1.43-inch or 1.32-inch AMOLED display (466x466 resolution). It introduces the TruSense system for enhanced heart rate, SpO2, and sleep tracking, alongside the Sunflower Positioning System that improves GPS route accuracy by up to 40%. Key advantages include its exceptional battery life of up to 14 days on the larger model, broad compatibility with both iOS and Android, and a robust IP69K and 5ATM water resistance rating. However, it lacks advanced features found in the Pro model such as ECG and sapphire glass, and it continues to suffer from a limited third-party app ecosystem and the absence of widely supported contactless payments.

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