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Zeblaze Thor 5 review: 127 specs compared

Avg. price:~£110Screen size:1.39 inchBattery life:2.5 daysDisplay type:AMOLED

Zeblaze Thor 5 Review: Compare 127 technical specifications and 10 expert and video reviews to see how this product ranks in the Smartwatches category and whether it is worth buying.

Zeblaze Thor 5
6.3/10

Overall score

Score
6.3/ 10
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What it is
Our main score for this model, 1–10. It combines specs, best-of lists, expert reviews and owners.
How we count it
Parts: Technical score 35%, List score 30%, Reviews score 25%, Sentiment score 10%
Marks: Each part gets a mark out of 10. For reviews, lists and owners, a typical model in this category gets about 8 and the best one gets 10.
No data yet: A part with no data shows "?". It counts as the mark of a weaker model in this category (4 in 5 models with data score higher). This way, models with reviews, lists and owners usually come out ahead.
Score distribution
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Score components

35%

5.7

Technical score

30%

?

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

25%

5.7

Reviews score

10%

5.7

Sentiment score

â–¼Worse than 78% of smartwatches
7.4

Value for money

Value for money
7.4/ 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%

6.3

Overall score

30%

9.9

Price

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5.7

Technical score

Technical score
5.7/ 10
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What it is
How good the specs are compared with the other models in this category, 1–10.
How we count it
Areas: We rate the specs in each area against the other models in this category.
Weighting: The areas that matter most to buyers count more. The shares are shown under Score components.
Share: The technical score is 35% of the overall score.
Score distribution
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Score components

24%

2.3

Health

21%

7.5

Fitness

16%

5.2

Battery

14%

7.0

Smart features

12%

6.8

Connectivity

9%

7.1

Display & Design

4%

8.8

Hardware

â–¼Worse than 65%
5.7

Reviews score

Reviews score
5.7/ 10
✕
What it is
Average grade from independent test sites, magazines and video reviewers, 1–10.
How we count it
Grades: Each review's own score is converted to 1–10; without one, we grade the review ourselves. Every review counts the same: written or video, short or full test.
Score: The average grade is 80% of the review mark; the number of reviews is the other 20% (1 review = 5, the typical number in this category = 8, the most-reviewed model = 10).
Enough data: With few reviews, the average grade is pulled toward the typical grade of this category. No reviews yet: 7.4 for now.
Share: Reviews count 25% of the overall score.
Score distribution
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5.7

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

80%

8.0

Average grade

20%

7.3

Popularity

Grades by review (10)
1 review + 9 videos, average 8.1/10. Reviews count 25% of the overall score.
User ratings collected online are not part of this score.
â–¼Worse than 76%
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List score

List score
7.5/ 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 (0)
Not in any best-of list yet, so this part counts as 7.5. Models in a list get 8 to 10.
Not in any best-of list yet

What reviewers say about the Zeblaze Thor 5

Based on 1 · 8

Solid build and reliable heart rate earn praise, but the operating modes frustrate and battery life splits reviewers.
Praised
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Criticised
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Technical Specifications of smartwatch Zeblaze Thor 5

Technical score
Technical score
5.7/ 10
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What it is
How good the specs are compared with the other models in this category, 1–10.
How we count it
Areas: We rate the specs in each area against the other models in this category.
Weighting: The areas that matter most to buyers count more. The shares are shown under Score components.
Share: The technical score is 35% of the overall score.
Score distribution
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Score components:

24%

2.3

Health

21%

7.5

Fitness

16%

5.2

Battery

14%

7.0

Smart features

12%

6.8

Connectivity

9%

7.1

Display & Design

4%

8.8

Hardware

5.7
Reviews score
5.7
List score
?
Value for money
Value for money
7.4/ 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%

6.3

Overall score

30%

9.9

Price

7.4
Heart rate monitor
yes
This smartwatch includes a heart rate monitor. 9.5% of smartwatches include a heart rate monitor.
Blood oxygen monitoring
no
This smartwatch does not support blood oxygen monitoring. 69.7% of smartwatches support blood oxygen monitoring.
ECG
no
This smartwatch does not support ECG. 18.2% of smartwatches support ECG.
Irregular heart rate warnings
no
This smartwatch does not support irregular heart rate warnings. 50.6% of smartwatches support irregular heart rate warnings.
HRV tracking
no
This smartwatch does not support HRV tracking. 45.2% 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
no
This smartwatch does not include a barometer. 53.6% of smartwatches include a barometer.
Gyroscope
no
This smartwatch does not include a gyroscope. 71.3% of smartwatches include a gyroscope.
Cadence sensor
no
This smartwatch does not include a cadence sensor. 32.9% 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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Battery life
2.5 days
This smartwatch lasts 2.5 days on a charge, which is shorter than 80.5% of Smartwatches and the same as 0.4% of Smartwatches.
Up to 4 days in power-saving.
Battery life in training mode
?
Battery life with GPS on
?
Battery power
363 mAh
This smartwatch has a 363 mAh battery, which is larger than 65.3% of Smartwatches and the same as 0.1% of Smartwatches.
Charge time
180 min
This smartwatch charges from empty in 180 min, which is slower than 96% of Smartwatches and the same as 2.3% of Smartwatches.
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What reviewers say
Operating system
Android
This smartwatch runs Android, which is less advanced than the system in 96.3% of Smartwatches and equal to 1.3% of Smartwatches.
Software update frequency
ended
This smartwatch has ended software update support which is less active than that of 46.1% of smartwatches and equal to that of 53.9% of smartwatches.
Third-party app support
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
yes
This smartwatch includes a cellular module. 83.5% of smartwatches include a cellular module.
SIM cards
1
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.
Nano-SIM
GPS
yes
This smartwatch supports GPS. 40.3% of smartwatches support GPS.
Galileo support
no
This smartwatch does not support Galileo navigation. 43.6% of smartwatches support Galileo navigation.
Dual-frequency GPS
no
This smartwatch does not support dual-frequency GPS. 15.1% of Smartwatches offer this.
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What reviewers say
Screen size
1.39 inch
This smartwatch has a 1.39 inch screen, which is smaller than 51.3% of Smartwatches and the same as 9% 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
454x 454
This smartwatch has a display resolution of 454x454 which is higher than that of 76.5% of smartwatches and equal to that of 7% of smartwatches.
Pixel density
462 ppi
This smartwatch has a pixel density of 462 ppi, which is higher than 91.7% of Smartwatches and equal to 4.6% of Smartwatches.
Display brightness
?
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What reviewers say
CPU speed
1.25 GHz
This smartwatch uses a CPU configuration of 1.25 GHz which is faster than that in 66% of smartwatches.
Derived from core-count and per-core clock notation
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
16 GB
This smartwatch has 16 GB of internal storage, which is more than 77% of Smartwatches and equal to 4.2% of Smartwatches.
External memory slot
no
This smartwatch does not include an external memory slot. 0.3% of smartwatches include an external memory slot.
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Zeblaze Thor 5 vs the average smartwatch

246810TotalHealthFitnessBatteryConnectivityDisplay & DesignSmart featuresHardware
  • Built-in cellular module
    This smartwatch includes a cellular module, the average smartwatch does not. 16.6% of smartwatches include a cellular module.
  • Maps support
    This smartwatch supports maps, the average smartwatch does not. 34.4% of smartwatches support maps.
    Maps via Google Maps app.
  • Supports Wi-Fi
    This smartwatch supports Wi-Fi, the average smartwatch does not. 43.5% of smartwatches support Wi-Fi.
  • Built-in camera
    This smartwatch supports camera, the average smartwatch does not. 1.8% of smartwatches support camera.
    Front camera.
  • Stronger display glass
    This smartwatch uses Corning Gorilla Glass 3 display glass, while the average smartwatch uses mineral glass.
    Corning Gorilla Glass 3 vs mineral glass
  • 136 ppi sharper screen
    This smartwatch has a sharper screen than the average smartwatch (462 ppi vs 326 ppi). The average smartwatch has a pixel density of 326 ppi.
    462 ppi vs 326 ppi
  • 4x more internal storage
    This smartwatch has more internal storage than the average smartwatch (16 GB vs 4 GB). The average smartwatch has 4 GB of internal storage.
    16 GB vs 4 GB
  • 3 MP higher resolution
    This smartwatch has a higher-resolution camera than the average smartwatch (8 MP vs 5 MP). The average smartwatch has a camera resolution of 5 MP.
    8 MP vs 5 MP
  • Perspiration monitoring
    This smartwatch tracks perspiration, the average smartwatch does not. 15.1% of smartwatches track perspiration.
    Perspiration tracking may be estimated from activity data in companion apps.
  • 58 mAh larger battery capacity
    This smartwatch has a larger battery than the average smartwatch (363 mAh vs 305 mAh). The average smartwatch has a 305 mAh battery.
    363 mAh vs 305 mAh
  • Built-in cellular module
    This smartwatch includes a cellular module, the average smartwatch does not. 16.6% of smartwatches include a cellular module.
  • Maps support
    This smartwatch supports maps, the average smartwatch does not. 34.4% of smartwatches support maps.
    Maps via Google Maps app.
  • Supports Wi-Fi
    This smartwatch supports Wi-Fi, the average smartwatch does not. 43.5% of smartwatches support Wi-Fi.
  • Stronger display glass
    This smartwatch uses Corning Gorilla Glass 3 display glass, while the average smartwatch uses mineral glass.
    Corning Gorilla Glass 3 vs mineral glass
  • 136 ppi sharper screen
    This smartwatch has a sharper screen than the average smartwatch (462 ppi vs 326 ppi). The average smartwatch has a pixel density of 326 ppi.
    462 ppi vs 326 ppi
  • Higher resolution
    This smartwatch has a display resolution of 454x454, while the average smartwatch reaches 360x360.
    454x454 vs 360x360
  • Built-in camera
    This smartwatch supports camera, the average smartwatch does not. 1.8% of smartwatches support camera.
    Front camera.
  • 4x more internal storage
    This smartwatch has more internal storage than the average smartwatch (16 GB vs 4 GB). The average smartwatch has 4 GB of internal storage.
    16 GB vs 4 GB
  • 3 MP higher resolution
    This smartwatch has a higher-resolution camera than the average smartwatch (8 MP vs 5 MP). The average smartwatch has a camera resolution of 5 MP.
    8 MP vs 5 MP
  • 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 VO2 max measurement
    This smartwatch does not measure VO2 max, the average smartwatch does. 51.3% of smartwatches measure VO2 max.
  • No blood oxygen monitoring
    This smartwatch does not support blood oxygen monitoring, the average smartwatch does. 69.6% of smartwatches support blood oxygen monitoring.
  • No irregular heart rate alerts
    This smartwatch does not support irregular heart rate warnings, the average smartwatch does. 50.6% of smartwatches support irregular heart rate warnings.
  • No stress monitoring
    This smartwatch does not support stress monitoring, the average smartwatch does. 68.7% of smartwatches support stress monitoring.
  • No elevation tracking
    This smartwatch does not support elevation tracking, the average smartwatch does. 67.6% of smartwatches support elevation tracking.
  • No barometer
    This smartwatch does not include a barometer, the average smartwatch does. 53.6% of smartwatches include a barometer.
  • No sleep tracking
    This smartwatch does not support sleep tracking, the average smartwatch does. 93.8% of smartwatches support sleep tracking.
  • No gyroscope
    This smartwatch does not include a gyroscope, the average smartwatch does. 71.2% of smartwatches include a gyroscope.
  • 18.6% lower review score
    Reviews score
    5.7/ 10
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    What it is
    Average grade from independent test sites, magazines and video reviewers, 1–10.
    How we count it
    Grades: Each review's own score is converted to 1–10; without one, we grade the review ourselves. Every review counts the same: written or video, short or full test.
    Score: The average grade is 80% of the review mark; the number of reviews is the other 20% (1 review = 5, the typical number in this category = 8, the most-reviewed model = 10).
    Enough data: With few reviews, the average grade is pulled toward the typical grade of this category. No reviews yet: 7.4 for now.
    Share: Reviews count 25% of the overall score.
    Score distribution
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    5.7

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

    80%

    8.0

    Average grade

    20%

    7.3

    Popularity

    Grades by review (10)
    1 review + 9 videos, average 8.1/10. Reviews count 25% of the overall score.
    User ratings collected online are not part of this score.
    5.7 vs 7.0
  • 24.0% lower sentiment score
    5.7 vs 7.5
  • 5.3% worse value for money
    Zeblaze Thor 5 has a lower value-for-money score than the average smartwatch (7.37 vs 7.8).
    7.37 vs 7.76
  • No VO2 max measurement
    This smartwatch does not measure VO2 max, the average smartwatch does. 51.3% of smartwatches measure VO2 max.
  • No blood oxygen monitoring
    This smartwatch does not support blood oxygen monitoring, the average smartwatch does. 69.6% of smartwatches support blood oxygen monitoring.
  • No irregular heart rate alerts
    This smartwatch does not support irregular heart rate warnings, the average smartwatch does. 50.6% of smartwatches support irregular heart rate warnings.
  • No stress monitoring
    This smartwatch does not support stress monitoring, the average smartwatch does. 68.7% of smartwatches support stress monitoring.
  • No sleep tracking
    This smartwatch does not support sleep tracking, the average smartwatch does. 93.8% of smartwatches support sleep tracking.
  • No smart scale support
    This smartwatch does not support smart scale compatibility, the average smartwatch does. 57.1% of smartwatches support smart scale compatibility.
  • No inactivity alerts
    This smartwatch does not support inactivity alerts, the average smartwatch does. 92.6% of smartwatches support inactivity alerts.
  • 2 years older
    This smartwatch was released earlier than the average smartwatch (2019 vs 2021). The average smartwatch was released in 2021.
    May 2019
    2019 vs 2021
  • No elevation tracking
    This smartwatch does not support elevation tracking, the average smartwatch does. 67.6% of smartwatches support elevation tracking.
  • No barometer
    This smartwatch does not include a barometer, the average smartwatch does. 53.6% of smartwatches include a barometer.
  • No gyroscope
    This smartwatch does not include a gyroscope, the average smartwatch does. 71.2% of smartwatches include a gyroscope.
  • No swim mode
    This smartwatch does not include a swim sport mode, the average smartwatch does. 76.9% of smartwatches include a swim sport mode.
  • 81 fewer exercise types
    This smartwatch includes fewer exercise types than the average smartwatch (9 vs 90). The average smartwatch includes 90 exercise types.
    9 vs 90
  • 4.5 days shorter battery life
    This smartwatch runs for less time per charge than the average smartwatch (2.5 days vs 7 days). The average smartwatch runs for 7 days on a charge.
    Up to 4 days in power-saving.
    2.5 days vs 7 days
  • 60 min slower charging
    This smartwatch charges more slowly than the average smartwatch (180 min vs 120 min). The average smartwatch takes 120 min to charge from empty.
    180 min vs 120 min
  • No compass
    This smartwatch does not include a compass, the average smartwatch does. 56.7% of smartwatches include a compass.
  • Less current Bluetooth version
    This smartwatch uses a less current Bluetooth version than the average smartwatch (4 vs 5).
    4 vs 5
  • Weaker ingress protection
    This smartwatch has weaker ingress protection than the average smartwatch (IP67 vs IP68).
    Water resistance is listed as 5ATM (ATM/pressure rating, not an official IP code).
    IP67 vs IP68
  • No ambient light sensor
    This smartwatch does not include an ambient light sensor, the average smartwatch does. 63.5% of smartwatches include an ambient light sensor.
  • 3.5 mm thicker
    This smartwatch is thicker than the average smartwatch (15.2 mm vs 11.7 mm). The average smartwatch is 11.7 mm thick.
    15.2 mm vs 11.7 mm
  • 22 g heavier
    This smartwatch is heavier than the average smartwatch (67 g vs 45 g). The average smartwatch weighs 45 g.
    67 g vs 45 g
  • 9 mm taller case
    This smartwatch has a taller case than the average smartwatch (54 mm vs 45 mm). The average smartwatch is 45 mm tall.
    54 mm vs 45 mm
  • 7.5 mm wider case
    This smartwatch has a wider case than the average smartwatch (50 mm vs 42.5 mm). The average smartwatch measures 42.5 mm across.
    50 mm vs 42.5 mm
  • 0.01 inch smaller display
    This smartwatch has a smaller screen than the average smartwatch (1.4 inch vs 1.4 inch). The average smartwatch has a 1.4 inch screen.
    1.39 inch vs 1.4 inch
  • More basic operating system
    This smartwatch runs a more basic operating system than the average smartwatch (Android vs Proprietary OS).
    Android vs Proprietary OS
  • No widget support
    This smartwatch does not support widgets, the average smartwatch does. 84.4% of smartwatches support widgets.

Video reviews

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

8.0
Raymond Moore
≈ estimated
06/07/2020
Hands-on review · build, screen, heart rate and battery
Verdict
Zeblaze Thor 5 is well made and worth buying for the price, though battery life and the app hold it back.
9.0
Tech Brothers
≈ estimated
24/09/2019
Hands-on review · unboxing, features, camera and apps
Verdict
Zeblaze Thor 5 is a real Android smartwatch that can replace a smartphone, but its battery life is short in phone mode.
9.0
Vimal Chintapatla
≈ estimated
19/08/2019
Hands-on review · display, camera, battery and gaming tests
Verdict
Zeblaze Thor 5 is one of the best watches in its price range with a premium build, but it lacks water resistance.
8.0
Inova Leo
≈ estimated
08/08/2019
Hands-on review · video calls, camera, battery and app
Verdict
Zeblaze Thor 5 is a very complete, powerful watch, but its large size and weak app may not suit everyone.
8.5
Chigz Tech Reviews
✓ explicit
26/05/2019
Hands-on review · camera, heart rate, apps and Wi-Fi tests
Verdict
Zeblaze Thor 5 is currently the best full Android smartwatch you can buy, especially if you need SIM calling and performance.
9.0
SmartWatch Reviews
≈ estimated
02/07/2020
First impressions · several days of use
Verdict
Zeblaze Thor 5 performed strongly in every category over several days of use.
8.0
SmartWatch Ticks
≈ estimated
27/05/2019
Quick review · features, always-on mode and fitness
Verdict
Zeblaze Thor 5 is a robust, good-looking watch, though its fitness tracking relies on the pedometer rather than GPS.
6.0
Redskull
≈ estimated
20/05/2019
Unboxing and hands-on · first look at UI and modes
Verdict
Zeblaze Thor 5 has an interesting dual-mode design, but battery life and a full review are still to come.
Hands-on video, no verdict
Hands-on video, no verdict
Hands-on video, no verdict
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Expert reviews

In-depth analysis and verdict from leading tech publications

9.0
it.chinacoupon.info
≈ estimated
21/09/2019
Hands-on review · Dual-processor 4G watch
Verdict
The Zeblaze Thor 5 is a large 4G watch with two processors for buyers who want phone-free calls and music, though it is big and heavy.

Third-party reviews

What customers like about Zeblaze Thor 5

  • High-resolution AMOLED display (454x454) is sharp and colorful
  • Full Android OS allows for direct app downloads from the Google Play Store
  • Support for 4G LTE nano SIM cards allows standalone calls and messages
  • Dual chipset design offers a power-saving 'Bracelet Mode' to extend battery life
  • Good hardware specs for a smartwatch, including 2GB-3GB RAM for smooth performance
  • Included front-facing 8MP camera is capable of decent video calls

What customers don't like about Zeblaze Thor 5

  • Poor battery life, often lasting less than a day with moderate use
  • Raise-to-wake feature is noted to be slow, with a delay of around 2 seconds
  • Many Android apps are not optimized for the round screen, cutting off UI elements
  • Bulky and thick design can feel heavy or unappealing on thinner wrists
  • Lack of water resistance/IP rating makes it risky to use near water
  • WiiWatch companion app is frequently cited as buggy and poorly designed

Verdict

The Zeblaze Thor 5 is a pioneering dual-chipset smartwatch featuring a 1.39-inch AMOLED display with 454x454 resolution and a unique dual-operating system setup (Android 7.1.1 and a low-power wristband mode). It is powered by the MediaTek MTK6739 quad-core processor and a Nordic 52840 chip, supported by 2GB of RAM, 16GB of internal storage, and an 8MP front-facing camera for video calls. Key pros include its high-resolution screen, standalone 4G LTE connectivity with a Nano SIM slot, built-in GPS/GLONASS/Beidou for precise tracking, and the ability to download full apps from the Google Play Store. However, its primary cons are the relatively short battery life in full smartwatch mode (typically around one day), the lack of any official water resistance rating, and a bulky 15.2mm thick design that may not suit smaller wrists.

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