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OnePlus Watch 4 review: 127 specs compared

Avg. price:~£?Screen size:1.5 inchBattery life:5 daysDisplay type:AMOLED

OnePlus Watch 4 Review: Compare 127 technical specifications, 22 expert and video reviews and 3 best-of lists to see how this product ranks in the Smartwatches category and whether it is worth buying.

OnePlus Watch 4
8.5/10

Overall score

Score
8.5/ 10
✕
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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Score components

35%

8.4

Technical score

30%

8.4

List score

25%

8.4

Reviews score

10%

9.3

Sentiment score

★Better than 95% of smartwatches
?

Value for money

Value for money
✕
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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Score components

70%

8.5

Overall score

30%

?

Price

Price not known yet
8.4

Technical score

Technical score
8.4/ 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
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Score components

24%

8.6

Health

21%

9.4

Fitness

16%

6.7

Battery

14%

9.2

Smart features

12%

7.7

Connectivity

9%

8.0

Display & Design

4%

8.4

Hardware

★Better than 93%
8.4

Reviews score

Reviews score
8.4/ 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: 7.5 for now.
Share: Reviews count 25% of the overall score.
Score distribution
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80%

8.4

Average grade

20%

8.3

Popularity

Grades by review (22)
7 reviews + 15 videos, average 8.5/10. Reviews count 25% of the overall score.
User ratings collected online are not part of this score.
▲Better than 84%
8.4

List score

List score
8.4/ 10
✕
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 (3)
List score: in 3 of 46 lists (7%)
▲Better than 87%
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Technical Specifications of smartwatch OnePlus Watch 4

Technical score
Technical score
8.4/ 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
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Score components:

24%

8.6

Health

21%

9.4

Fitness

16%

6.7

Battery

14%

9.2

Smart features

12%

7.7

Connectivity

9%

8.0

Display & Design

4%

8.4

Hardware

8.4
Reviews score
8.4
List score
8.4
Value for money
Value for money
8.9/ 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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Score components:

70%

8.5

Overall score

30%

?

Price

8.9
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.
ECG
yes
This smartwatch supports ECG. 82.1% 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
yes
This smartwatch supports HRV tracking. 54.9% of smartwatches support 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
yes
This smartwatch includes a cadence sensor. 67.2% of smartwatches include a cadence sensor.
Distance tracking
yes
This smartwatch supports distance tracking. 3.7% of smartwatches support distance tracking.
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What reviewers say
Battery life
5 days
This smartwatch lasts 5 days on a charge, which is shorter than 65.9% of Smartwatches and the same as 6.1% of Smartwatches.
Battery life in training mode
?
Battery life with GPS on
?
Battery power
646 mAh
This smartwatch has a 646 mAh battery, which is larger than 97.4% of Smartwatches and the same as 0.1% of Smartwatches.
Charge time
75 min
This smartwatch charges from empty in 75 min, which is quicker than 77.1% of Smartwatches and the same as 3.8% of Smartwatches.
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What reviewers say
Operating system
Wear OS
This smartwatch runs Wear OS, which is more advanced than the system in 80.2% of Smartwatches and equal to 15.8% of Smartwatches.
Software update frequency
occasional
This smartwatch has occasional software update support which is more active than that of 54% of smartwatches and equal to that of 40.2% of smartwatches.
Third-party app support
yes
This smartwatch supports third-party apps. 48.5% 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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What reviewers say
Cellular module
no
This smartwatch does not include a cellular module. 16.6% of smartwatches include a cellular module.
SIM cards
0
GPS
yes
This smartwatch supports GPS. 40.3% of smartwatches support GPS.
Galileo support
yes
This smartwatch supports Galileo navigation. 56.5% of smartwatches support Galileo navigation.
Dual-frequency GPS
yes
OnePlus Watch 4 supports dual-frequency GPS. 85% of Smartwatches offer this.
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What reviewers say
Screen size
1.5 inch
This smartwatch has a 1.5 inch screen, which is larger than 66.8% of Smartwatches and the same as 4.1% 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
466x 466
This smartwatch has a display resolution of 466x466 which is higher than that of 84.3% of smartwatches and equal to that of 13.2% of smartwatches.
Pixel density
310 ppi
This smartwatch has a pixel density of 310 ppi, which is lower than 62.7% of Smartwatches and equal to 0.3% of Smartwatches.
Display brightness
600 nits
This smartwatch has a screen brightness of 600 nits, which is lower than 52.5% of Smartwatches and equal to 13.1% of Smartwatches.
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What reviewers say
CPU speed
?
Processor model
Snapdragon W5 Gen 1
This smartwatch uses the Snapdragon W5 Gen 1 processor model.
RAM
2 GB
This smartwatch has 2 GB of RAM, which is more than 76.4% of Smartwatches and equal to 22.3% of Smartwatches.
Internal storage
32 GB
This smartwatch has 32 GB of internal storage, which is more than 81.3% of Smartwatches and equal to 15% 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

OnePlus Watch 4 vs the average smartwatch

246810TotalHealthFitnessBatteryConnectivityDisplay & DesignSmart featuresHardware
  • ECG support
    This smartwatch supports ECG, the average smartwatch does not. 18% of smartwatches support ECG.
  • Temperature sensing
    This smartwatch includes a temperature sensor, the average smartwatch does not. 31.9% of smartwatches include a temperature sensor.
  • More advanced operating system
    This smartwatch runs a more advanced operating system than the average smartwatch (Wear OS vs Proprietary OS).
    Wear OS vs Proprietary OS
  • HRV tracking
    This smartwatch supports HRV tracking, the average smartwatch does not. 45.2% of smartwatches support HRV tracking.
  • Stronger display glass
    This smartwatch uses sapphire display glass, while the average smartwatch uses mineral glass.
    sapphire vs mineral glass
  • 45 min quicker charging
    This smartwatch charges faster than the average smartwatch (75 min vs 120 min). The average smartwatch takes 120 min to charge from empty.
    75 min vs 120 min
  • Maps support
    This smartwatch supports maps, the average smartwatch does not. 34.4% of smartwatches support maps.
  • Emergency SOS
    This smartwatch includes Emergency SOS, the average smartwatch does not. 44.8% of smartwatches include Emergency SOS.
  • 20.0% higher review score
    Reviews score
    8.4/ 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: 7.5 for now.
    Share: Reviews count 25% of the overall score.
    Score distribution
    ▼
    <55-66-77-88-99-10

    80%

    8.4

    Average grade

    20%

    8.3

    Popularity

    Grades by review (22)
    7 reviews + 15 videos, average 8.5/10. Reviews count 25% of the overall score.
    User ratings collected online are not part of this score.
    8.4 vs 7.0
  • 24.0% higher sentiment score
    9.3 vs 7.5
  • 6.3% higher list score
    List score
    8.4/ 10
    ✕
    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 (3)
    List score: in 3 of 46 lists (7%)
    8.4 vs 7.9
  • 14.9% better value for money
    OnePlus Watch 4 has a higher value-for-money score than the average smartwatch (8.92 vs 7.8).
    8.92 vs 7.76
  • ECG support
    This smartwatch supports ECG, the average smartwatch does not. 18% of smartwatches support ECG.
  • Temperature sensing
    This smartwatch includes a temperature sensor, the average smartwatch does not. 31.9% of smartwatches include a temperature sensor.
  • HRV tracking
    This smartwatch supports HRV tracking, the average smartwatch does not. 45.2% of smartwatches support HRV tracking.
  • 5 years newer
    This smartwatch was released more recently than the average smartwatch (2026 vs 2021). The average smartwatch was released in 2021.
    2,026 vs 2,021
  • Cadence tracking
    This smartwatch includes a cadence sensor, the average smartwatch does not. 32.9% of smartwatches include a cadence sensor.
  • 45 min quicker charging
    This smartwatch charges faster than the average smartwatch (75 min vs 120 min). The average smartwatch takes 120 min to charge from empty.
    75 min vs 120 min
  • 341 mAh larger battery capacity
    This smartwatch has a larger battery than the average smartwatch (646 mAh vs 305 mAh). The average smartwatch has a 305 mAh battery.
    646 mAh vs 305 mAh
  • Maps support
    This smartwatch supports maps, the average smartwatch does not. 34.4% of smartwatches support maps.
  • NFC functionality
    This smartwatch supports NFC, the average smartwatch does not. 45.6% of smartwatches support NFC.
  • Supports Wi-Fi
    This smartwatch supports Wi-Fi, the average smartwatch does not. 43.5% of smartwatches support Wi-Fi.
  • Supports dual-frequency GPS
    OnePlus Watch 4 supports dual-frequency GPS, while the average smartwatch does not. 15.1% of Smartwatches support dual-frequency GPS.
  • Galileo satellite support
    This smartwatch supports Galileo navigation, the average smartwatch does not. 43.6% of smartwatches support Galileo navigation.
  • More current Bluetooth version
    This smartwatch uses a more current Bluetooth version than the average smartwatch (5.2 vs 5).
    5.2 vs 5.0
  • Stronger display glass
    This smartwatch uses sapphire display glass, while the average smartwatch uses mineral glass.
    sapphire vs mineral glass
  • Rugged construction
    This smartwatch has a rugged design, the average smartwatch does not. 41.3% of smartwatches have a rugged design.
  • Stronger ingress protection
    This smartwatch has stronger ingress protection than the average smartwatch (IP69 vs IP68).
    IP69 vs IP68
  • Better case material
    This smartwatch uses titanium, fiber-reinforced polymer for the case material, while the average smartwatch uses polycarbonate.
    titanium, fiber-reinforced polymer vs polycarbonate
  • Higher resolution
    This smartwatch has a display resolution of 466x466, while the average smartwatch reaches 360x360.
    466x466 vs 360x360
  • 0.1 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.
    1.5 inch vs 1.4 inch
  • 0.7 mm slimmer
    This smartwatch is slimmer than the average smartwatch (11 mm vs 11.7 mm). The average smartwatch is 11.7 mm thick.
    11 mm vs 11.7 mm
  • More advanced operating system
    This smartwatch runs a more advanced operating system than the average smartwatch (Wear OS vs Proprietary OS).
    Wear OS vs Proprietary OS
  • Emergency SOS
    This smartwatch includes Emergency SOS, the average smartwatch does not. 44.8% of smartwatches include Emergency SOS.
  • More frequent updates
    This smartwatch receives occasional software updates, while the average smartwatch receives ended updates.
    occasional vs ended
  • 8x more internal storage
    This smartwatch has more internal storage than the average smartwatch (32 GB vs 4 GB). The average smartwatch has 4 GB of internal storage.
    32 GB vs 4 GB
  • More advanced processor model
    This smartwatch uses the Snapdragon W5 Gen 1 processor model, while the average smartwatch uses Silicon Labs EFM32 Giant Gecko.
    Snapdragon W5 Gen 1 vs Silicon Labs EFM32 Giant Gecko
  • 2x more RAM
    This smartwatch has more RAM than the average smartwatch (2 GB vs 1 GB). The average smartwatch has 1 GB of RAM.
    2 GB vs 1 GB
  • No iOS support
    This smartwatch does not work with iOS devices, while the average smartwatch does. 94.6% of Smartwatches work with iOS devices.
  • Basic battery type
    This smartwatch uses a Li-ion battery, while the average smartwatch uses Li-Po.
    Li-ion vs Li-Po
  • 2 days shorter battery life
    This smartwatch runs for less time per charge than the average smartwatch (5 days vs 7 days). The average smartwatch runs for 7 days on a charge.
    5 days vs 7 days
  • No smart alarm
    This smartwatch does not support a smart alarm, the average smartwatch does. 50.6% of smartwatches support smart alarms.
  • 4.9 mm wider case
    This smartwatch has a wider case than the average smartwatch (47.4 mm vs 42.5 mm). The average smartwatch measures 42.5 mm across.
    47.4 mm vs 42.5 mm
  • 150 nits dimmer screen
    This smartwatch has a dimmer screen than the average smartwatch (600 nits vs 750 nits). The average smartwatch peaks at 750 nits.
    600 nits vs 750 nits
  • 2.4 mm taller case
    This smartwatch has a taller case than the average smartwatch (47.4 mm vs 45 mm). The average smartwatch is 45.0 mm tall.
    47.4 mm vs 45.0 mm
  • Basic band material
    This smartwatch uses rubber for the band material, while the average smartwatch uses silicone.
    rubber vs silicone
  • Basic battery type
    This smartwatch uses a Li-ion battery, while the average smartwatch uses Li-Po.
    Li-ion vs Li-Po
  • 2 days shorter battery life
    This smartwatch runs for less time per charge than the average smartwatch (5 days vs 7 days). The average smartwatch runs for 7 days on a charge.
    5 days vs 7 days
  • No iOS support
    This smartwatch does not work with iOS devices, while the average smartwatch does. 94.6% of Smartwatches work with iOS devices.
  • 4.9 mm wider case
    This smartwatch has a wider case than the average smartwatch (47.4 mm vs 42.5 mm). The average smartwatch measures 42.5 mm across.
    47.4 mm vs 42.5 mm
  • 150 nits dimmer screen
    This smartwatch has a dimmer screen than the average smartwatch (600 nits vs 750 nits). The average smartwatch peaks at 750 nits.
    600 nits vs 750 nits
  • 2.4 mm taller case
    This smartwatch has a taller case than the average smartwatch (47.4 mm vs 45 mm). The average smartwatch is 45.0 mm tall.
    47.4 mm vs 45.0 mm
  • Basic band material
    This smartwatch uses rubber for the band material, while the average smartwatch uses silicone.
    rubber vs silicone
  • 16 ppi less sharp screen
    This smartwatch has a less sharp screen than the average smartwatch (310 ppi vs 326 ppi). The average smartwatch has a pixel density of 326 ppi.
    310 ppi vs 326 ppi
  • No smart alarm
    This smartwatch does not support a smart alarm, the average smartwatch does. 50.6% of smartwatches support smart alarms.

Video reviews

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

8.0
Tech, Gadgets and Other Great Ideas
≈ estimated
29/08/2026
Long-term test · battery, workouts and power saving mode
Verdict
OnePlus Watch 4 has the best battery life of any Wear OS watch, but comes in one size only, lacks LTE and has uncertain software support.
9.0
Ab113 Tech
✓ explicit
10/08/2026
Hands-on review · design, display, Gemini and sound tests
Verdict
OnePlus Watch 4 is a premium titanium watch with strong battery life and a great overall experience.
5.0
MrArchieTech
≈ estimated
10/06/2026
Hands-on review · battery, GPS and heart rate tests
Verdict
OnePlus Watch 4 is a niche pick for OnePlus owners and brand fans; the Xiaomi Watch 5 now looks like the better buy.
6.0
MrArchieTech
≈ estimated
03/06/2026
Hands-on review · part 1 with scratch, screen and notification tests
Verdict
OnePlus Watch 4 is no worse than the previous model but no better, and it has a few notable omissions.
8.0
Tech, Gadgets and Other Great Ideas
≈ estimated
25/07/2026
First impressions · unboxing and setup
Verdict
OnePlus Watch 4 is a strong pick for new buyers, but Watch 3 owners have little reason to upgrade.
9.0
HardReset.Info
≈ estimated
27/05/2026
Unboxing and first impressions · build, accessories and Watch 3 comparison
Verdict
OnePlus Watch 4 is one of the better smartwatches, though the older Watch 3 may be a cheaper buy.
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What reviewers agree on

Based on 7 · 11

Battery life and charging are the standout, with a bright display, but cellular and calling features disappoint and the size divides opinion.
Praised
Mixed views
Criticised
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Expert reviews

In-depth analysis and verdict from leading tech publications

8.9
basic-tutorials.de
✓ explicit
01/06/2026
Long-term test · Wear OS watch
Verdict
The OnePlus Watch 4 is a light titanium Wear OS watch that lasted about four days in real use, best for Android users who want long battery life.
9.0
smartzone.de
≈ estimated
16/06/2026
Long-term test · Wear OS smartwatch
Verdict
The OnePlus Watch 4 is a Wear OS watch with a great screen and about three days of battery, best for Android users who want Google apps.
9.0
android-mt.ouest-france.fr
≈ estimated
01/06/2026
Hands-on test · Titanium smartwatch
Verdict
The OnePlus Watch 4 is a titanium Wear OS watch with a bright screen and up to five days of battery, though it can't make calls without a phone.
9.2
profesionalreview.com
✓ explicit
01/06/2026
Hands-on review · Titanium smartwatch
Verdict
The OnePlus Watch 4 is a solid titanium smartwatch with up to five days of smart-mode battery and Wear OS 6, though it has no LTE or eSIM.
9.0
androidphoria.com
≈ estimated
01/06/2026
Hands-on test · Titanium smartwatch
Verdict
The OnePlus Watch 4 is a titanium Wear OS watch with a bright screen and five days of battery, best for Android users who want a premium build.
8.6
giulianodipaolo.com
✓ explicit
06/10/2026
Hands-on review · Wear OS smartwatch
Verdict
The OnePlus Watch 4 is a large Wear OS watch with up to five days of battery in smart mode, best for Android users, not iPhone owners.
8.2
it.techreviewer.de
✓ explicit
04/06/2026
Hands-on review · Titanium Wear OS watch
Verdict
The OnePlus Watch 4 is a lighter, brighter titanium Wear OS watch with strong battery life, but its chip is unchanged and future updates are unclear.

Third-party reviews

What we like about OnePlus Watch 4

  • Five days of battery life means fewer nightly charges.
  • A 75-minute full charge is quick for a watch.
  • The titanium case weighs 43 g without the strap.
  • Dual-frequency GPS keeps routes clean on the map.
  • Wear OS brings Google Maps, Wallet and the Play Store.
  • The screen reaches 3000 nits in sport mode for sunny rides.
  • ECG and irregular heart rate warnings are built in.

What we don't like about OnePlus Watch 4

  • The 47.4 mm case is too big for narrow wrists.
  • It does not pair with iPhones.
  • Heavy GPS and music use cuts the battery to about 3 days.
  • Automatic workout detection starts on every walk.
  • Calls need the paired phone, since there is no cellular module.

Verdict

Five days of battery life and a 75-minute charge make the OnePlus Watch 4 an easy watch to live with. Its titanium case weighs 43 g without the strap, and the 47.4 mm size is the main thing to check before you buy. The screen stays readable on a sunny bike ride, and it gets much brighter in sport mode. The dual-frequency GPS keeps routes clean on the map. It runs Wear OS, so Google Maps, Wallet and the Play Store are all there. ECG is a less common extra. The trade-off is that it does not pair with iPhones, and heavy GPS and music use cuts the battery to about 3 days. It suits an Android owner who runs or cycles and wants a sturdy, bright watch that lasts days between charges.

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