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ZTE Watch Live review: 127 specs compared

Avg. price:~£35Screen size:1.30 inchBattery life:21 daysDisplay type:TFT LCD

ZTE Watch Live Review: Compare 127 technical specifications and 1 expert and video reviews to see how this product ranks in the Smartwatches category and whether it is worth buying.

ZTE Watch Live
6.2/10

Overall score

Score
6.2/ 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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▼ Worse than 79% of models
Score components

35%

5.7

Technical score

30%

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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

▼Worse than 79% of smartwatches
7.4

Value for money

Value for money
7.4/ 10
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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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▼ Worse than 73% of models
Score components

70%

6.2

Overall score

30%

10

Price

▼Worse than 73%
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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<55-66-77-88-99-10
▼ Worse than 67% of models
Score components

24%

6.1

Health

21%

7.5

Fitness

16%

7.7

Battery

14%

3.3

Smart features

12%

2.5

Connectivity

9%

6.1

Display & Design

4%

2.5

Hardware

▼Worse than 67%
5.7

Reviews 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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▼ Worse than 76% of models

5.7

Mark 7.3 is below the typical mark 7.9 of this category, so it cannot lift the score above the technical score

80%

7.9

Average grade

20%

5.0

Popularity

Grades by review (1)
1 video: 7.0/10. We use 5 reviews; the 4 missing count as the category's typical 8.0: (7.0 × 1 + 8.0 × 4) ÷ 5 = 7.8. Reviews count 25% of the overall score.
User ratings collected online are not part of this score.
▼Worse than 76%
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List score

List score
7.5/ 10
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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.
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Not in any best-of list yet, so this part counts as 7.5. Models in a list get 8 to 10.
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Technical Specifications of smartwatch ZTE Watch Live

Technical score
Technical score
5.7/ 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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<55-66-77-88-99-10
▼ Worse than 67% of models
Score components:

24%

6.1

Health

21%

7.5

Fitness

16%

7.7

Battery

14%

3.3

Smart features

12%

2.5

Connectivity

9%

6.1

Display & Design

4%

2.5

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
▼
<55-66-77-88-99-10
▼ Worse than 73% of models
Score components:

70%

6.2

Overall score

30%

10

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
yes
This smartwatch supports blood oxygen monitoring. 30.4% 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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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
21 days
Market range: <1 day – >20 days
This smartwatch lasts 21 days on a charge, which is longer than 91.6% of Smartwatches and the same as 0.9% of Smartwatches.
Battery life in training mode
35 h
Market range: <6 h – >48 h
This smartwatch records workouts for 35 h on a charge, which is longer than 78.4% of Smartwatches and the same as 1.8% of Smartwatches.
Battery life with GPS on
N/A
Battery power
200 mAh
Market range: <200 mAh – >500 mAh
This smartwatch has a 200 mAh battery, which is smaller than 88.8% of Smartwatches and the same as 1.2% of Smartwatches.
Charge time
?
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Operating system
Proprietary OS
This smartwatch runs Proprietary OS, which is less advanced than the system in 54.2% of Smartwatches and equal to 42% 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
no
This smartwatch does not support third-party apps. 51.6% of smartwatches support third-party apps.
Notifications
yes
This smartwatch supports notifications. 0.3% of smartwatches support notifications.
Voice assistant support
no
This smartwatch does not support voice assistants. 69.3% of smartwatches support voice assistants.
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Cellular module
no
This smartwatch does not include a cellular module. 16.7% of smartwatches include a cellular module.
SIM cards
0
GPS
no
This smartwatch does not support GPS. 59.8% 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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Screen size
1.3 inch
Market range: <1.2 inch – >1.83 inch
This smartwatch has a 1.3 inch screen, which is smaller than 67.1% of Smartwatches and the same as 10.8% of Smartwatches.
Display type
TFT LCD
This smartwatch uses TFT LCD, which is less advanced than the screen in 76.5% of Smartwatches and equal to 14.5% of Smartwatches.
Resolution
240x 240
This smartwatch has a display resolution of 240x240 which is lower than that of 75.3% of smartwatches and equal to that of 14.1% of smartwatches.
Pixel density
261 ppi
Market range: <213 ppi – >461 ppi
This smartwatch has a pixel density of 261 ppi, which is lower than 75.7% of Smartwatches and equal to 4.1% of Smartwatches.
Display brightness
?
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CPU speed
?
Processor model
?
RAM
?
Internal storage
0.512 GB
Market range: <0 GB – >32 GB
This smartwatch has 0.512 GB of internal storage, which is less than 64% of Smartwatches and equal to 0.2% of Smartwatches.
512 MB internal flash storage.
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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ZTE Watch Live vs the average smartwatch

246810TotalHealthFitnessBatteryConnectivityDisplay & DesignSmart featuresHardware
  • 14 days longer battery life
    This smartwatch runs longer per charge than the average smartwatch (21 days vs 7 days). The average smartwatch runs for 7 days on a charge.
    21 days vs 7 days
  • Blood pressure monitoring
    This smartwatch supports blood pressure monitoring, the average smartwatch does not. 21.8% of smartwatches support blood pressure monitoring.
    Measurements are for wellness guidance, not medical diagnosis.
  • 15 h longer training battery life
    This smartwatch lasts longer in training mode than the average smartwatch (35 h vs 20 h). The average smartwatch lasts 20 h in training mode.
    35 h vs 20 h
  • External heart rate monitor support
    This smartwatch supports external heart rate monitor compatibility, the average smartwatch does not. 46.6% of smartwatches support external heart rate monitor compatibility.
  • Weight tracking
    This smartwatch supports weight tracking, the average smartwatch does not. 41.9% of smartwatches support weight tracking.
    Tracked through the companion app or smart-scale sync.
  • 9.3 g lighter
    This smartwatch is lighter than the average smartwatch (35.7 g vs 45 g). The average smartwatch weighs 45 g.
    Weight refers to watch case without strap/band.
    35.7 g vs 45 g
  • 0.9 mm slimmer
    This smartwatch is slimmer than the average smartwatch (10.8 mm vs 11.7 mm). The average smartwatch is 11.7 mm thick.
    10.8 mm vs 11.7 mm
  • 2 mm slimmer strap
    This smartwatch has a slimmer strap than the average smartwatch (20 mm vs 22 mm). The average smartwatch has a 22 mm strap.
    20 mm vs 22 mm
  • Blood pressure monitoring
    This smartwatch supports blood pressure monitoring, the average smartwatch does not. 21.8% of smartwatches support blood pressure monitoring.
    Measurements are for wellness guidance, not medical diagnosis.
  • Weight tracking
    This smartwatch supports weight tracking, the average smartwatch does not. 41.9% of smartwatches support weight tracking.
    Tracked through the companion app or smart-scale sync.
  • External heart rate monitor support
    This smartwatch supports external heart rate monitor compatibility, the average smartwatch does not. 46.6% of smartwatches support external heart rate monitor compatibility.
  • 14 days longer battery life
    This smartwatch runs longer per charge than the average smartwatch (21 days vs 7 days). The average smartwatch runs for 7 days on a charge.
    21 days vs 7 days
  • 15 h longer training battery life
    This smartwatch lasts longer in training mode than the average smartwatch (35 h vs 20 h). The average smartwatch lasts 20 h in training mode.
    35 h vs 20 h
  • 9.3 g lighter
    This smartwatch is lighter than the average smartwatch (35.7 g vs 45 g). The average smartwatch weighs 45 g.
    Weight refers to watch case without strap/band.
    35.7 g vs 45 g
  • 0.9 mm slimmer
    This smartwatch is slimmer than the average smartwatch (10.8 mm vs 11.7 mm). The average smartwatch is 11.7 mm thick.
    10.8 mm vs 11.7 mm
  • 2 mm slimmer strap
    This smartwatch has a slimmer strap than the average smartwatch (20 mm vs 22 mm). The average smartwatch has a 22 mm strap.
    20 mm vs 22 mm
  • 7.9 mm narrower case
    This smartwatch has a narrower case than the average smartwatch (34.6 mm vs 42.5 mm). The average smartwatch measures 42.5 mm across.
    34.6 mm vs 42.5 mm
  • 4.4 mm shorter case
    This smartwatch has a shorter case than the average smartwatch (40.6 mm vs 45 mm). The average smartwatch is 45 mm tall.
    40.6 mm vs 45 mm
  • No VO2 max measurement
    This smartwatch does not measure VO2 max, the average smartwatch does. 51.3% of smartwatches measure VO2 max.
  • No GPS support
    This smartwatch does not support GPS, the average smartwatch does. 59.7% of smartwatches support GPS.
  • No third-party apps
    This smartwatch does not support third-party apps, the average smartwatch does. 51.6% of smartwatches support third-party apps.
  • 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.
  • More basic display
    This smartwatch uses a more basic screen than the average smartwatch (TFT LCD vs AMOLED).
    TFT LCD vs AMOLED
  • No automatic activity detection
    This smartwatch does not support automatic activity detection, the average smartwatch does. 81.8% of smartwatches support automatic activity detection.
  • No barometer
    This smartwatch does not include a barometer, the average smartwatch does. 53.6% of smartwatches include a barometer.
  • No music playback
    This smartwatch does not support music playback, the average smartwatch does. 57.1% of smartwatches support music playback.
  • 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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    <55-66-77-88-99-10
    ▼ Worse than 76% of models

    5.7

    Mark 7.3 is below the typical mark 7.9 of this category, so it cannot lift the score above the technical score

    80%

    7.9

    Average grade

    20%

    5.0

    Popularity

    Grades by review (1)
    1 video: 7.0/10. We use 5 reviews; the 4 missing count as the category's typical 8.0: (7.0 × 1 + 8.0 × 4) ÷ 5 = 7.8. 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
  • 5.4% worse value for money
    ZTE Watch Live 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 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.
  • 1 years older
    This smartwatch was released earlier than the average smartwatch (2020 vs 2021). The average smartwatch was released in 2021.
    December 2020
    2020 vs 2021
  • No automatic activity detection
    This smartwatch does not support automatic activity detection, the average smartwatch does. 81.8% of smartwatches support automatic activity detection.
  • 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 route support
    This smartwatch does not support route support, the average smartwatch does. 54.4% of smartwatches support route support.
  • 78 fewer exercise types
    This smartwatch includes fewer exercise types than the average smartwatch (12 vs 90). The average smartwatch includes 90 exercise types.
    12 vs 90
  • No achievement tracking
    This smartwatch does not support achievements, the average smartwatch does. 87% of smartwatches support achievements.
  • No voice feedback
    This smartwatch does not support voice feedback, the average smartwatch does. 63.5% of smartwatches support voice feedback.
  • Basic battery type
    This smartwatch uses a Li-ion battery, while the average smartwatch uses Li-Po.
    Li-ion vs Li-Po
  • 105 mAh smaller battery capacity
    This smartwatch has a smaller battery than the average smartwatch (200 mAh vs 305 mAh). The average smartwatch has a 305 mAh battery.
    200 mAh vs 305 mAh
  • No GPS support
    This smartwatch does not support GPS, the average smartwatch does. 59.7% of smartwatches support GPS.
  • 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 (4.2 vs 5).
    4.2 vs 5
  • More basic display
    This smartwatch uses a more basic screen than the average smartwatch (TFT LCD vs AMOLED).
    TFT LCD vs AMOLED
  • No always-on display
    This smartwatch does not have an always-on display, the average smartwatch does. 70.3% of smartwatches have an always-on display.
  • 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.
  • 0.1 inch smaller display
    This smartwatch has a smaller screen than the average smartwatch (1.3 inch vs 1.4 inch). The average smartwatch has a 1.4 inch screen.
    1.3 inch vs 1.4 inch
  • Lower resolution
    This smartwatch has a display resolution of 240x240, while the average smartwatch reaches 360x360.
    240x240 vs 360x360
  • 65 ppi less sharp screen
    This smartwatch has a less sharp screen than the average smartwatch (261 ppi vs 326 ppi). The average smartwatch has a pixel density of 326 ppi.
    261 ppi vs 326 ppi
  • 10 °C lower heat tolerance
    This smartwatch tolerates a lower temperature than the average smartwatch (35 °C vs 45 °C). The average smartwatch is rated up to 45 °C.
    35 °C vs 45 °C
  • Less practical form
    This smartwatch uses a square form, while the average smartwatch uses round.
    square vs round
  • No third-party apps
    This smartwatch does not support third-party apps, the average smartwatch does. 51.6% of smartwatches support third-party apps.
  • No music playback
    This smartwatch does not support music playback, the average smartwatch does. 57.1% of smartwatches support music playback.
  • No voice assistant
    This smartwatch does not support voice assistants, the average smartwatch does. 69.2% of smartwatches support voice assistants.
  • No call answering
    This smartwatch does not support call answering, the average smartwatch does. 60% of smartwatches support call answering.
  • No voice command support
    This smartwatch does not support voice commands, the average smartwatch does. 68.1% of smartwatches support voice commands.
  • No call controls
    This smartwatch does not offer call control, the average smartwatch does. 91.2% of smartwatches offer call control.
  • No passcode
    This smartwatch does not include passcode protection, the average smartwatch does. 70.4% of smartwatches include passcode protection.
  • No smart alarm
    This smartwatch does not support a smart alarm, the average smartwatch does. 50.6% of smartwatches support smart alarms.
  • No gesture control
    This smartwatch does not support gesture control, the average smartwatch does. 79.6% of smartwatches support gesture control.
  • No speaker
    This smartwatch does not include a built-in speaker, the average smartwatch does. 56.7% of smartwatches include a built-in speaker.
  • 87.2% less internal storage
    This smartwatch has less internal storage than the average smartwatch (0.5 GB vs 4 GB). The average smartwatch has 4 GB of internal storage.
    512 MB internal flash storage.
    0.512 GB vs 4 GB

Video reviews

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

7.0
SicErik Tech Comparisons
≈ estimated
27/07/2021
Hands-on review · features, comfort and app setup
Verdict
ZTE Watch Live is modest, but it looks cute and covers the basics at this low price.
Overview video
Not graded
Overview video

Third-party reviews

What customers like about ZTE Watch Live

  • Excellent battery life (up to 21 days advertised, 1-2 weeks real-world use)
  • Affordable price point (generally around $40/£30)
  • Lightweight and slim design that fits well under shirt cuffs
  • Clear 1.3-inch display with decent visibility
  • Includes SpO2 (blood oxygen) monitoring, which is rare for its price bracket
  • IP68 water and dust resistance
  • Easily interchangeable universal watch straps

What customers don't like about ZTE Watch Live

  • Inaccurate fitness tracking (especially sleep and heart rate data)
  • Basic user interface with limited customization options
  • Lacks built-in GPS (relies on smartphone connection)
  • No speaker or microphone; cannot answer calls or reply to messages
  • Syncing issues with the 'Da Fit' companion app reported by some users
  • Screen bezels are larger than promotional images suggest
  • Lower screen resolution compared to slightly more expensive rivals

Verdict

The ZTE Watch Live is an entry-level smartwatch featuring a 1.3-inch TFT LCD touch display with a 240x240 resolution, housed in a lightweight 35.7g plastic body. Key characteristics include 12 dedicated sports modes, IP68 water and dust resistance, and a suite of health sensors for 24/7 heart rate monitoring, SpO2 blood oxygen saturation, and sleep tracking. Its main pros are a competitive low price point and an impressive battery life that can reach up to 21 days on a single charge. However, cons include the lack of a built-in GPS, no speaker or microphone for direct calls, and a basic user interface with limited app support.

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