Smartwatches / Compare
Garmin Vivoactive 5 vs Huawei Watch GT 4
Product A: Garmin
70 of 150 known
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Product B: Huawei
88 of 150 known
Change Huawei Watch GT 4
78 of 141 fields differ
- 33 different values
- 45 known for one only
- 18 the same
- 45 missing for both
Biggest differences
Each bar uses the scale of all 101 smartwatches.
- Battery lifeA: 264hB: 96hGarmin is 168 h higher.
- AOD battery life (up to)A: 120hB: 48hGarmin is 72 h higher.
Size, drawn to scale
Front and side.
- AGarmin: 42.2 × 42.2 mm
- BHuawei: 41.3 × 41.3 mm
Weight
0 to 80 g
Weight (case only)
A26g
B37g
All 150 fields
Every value links to where we found it.


General
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Series
Model numbers
010-02862-11, 010-02862-10, 010-02862-13, 010-02862-12, A047241Maker product pagegarmin.com/en-NZ/p/pn/010-02862-10Read 5 October 20268Regulatory filingstatic.garmin.com/pumac/vivoactive%205.pdfRead 5 October 2026
ARA-B19, PNX-B191Maker product pageconsumer.huawei.com/uk/wearables/watch-gt4/specsRead 23 October 2026The spec page names the 46 mm and 41 mm models. The model numbers come from the Huawei support page.2Maker product pageconsumer.huawei.com/en/support/wearables/watch-gt4Read 23 October 2026Huawei support lists WATCH GT 4 46mm (PNX-B19) and 41mm (ARA-B19) with their strap versions. The downloads list a user guide and a quick start guide for PNX-B19.
GTIN / EAN
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Announced
20 September 20235Press releasegarmin.com/en-US/newsroom/press-release/sports-fitness/introducing-the-vivoactive-5-gps-smartwatch-from-garminRead 5 October 2026
14 September 20235Spec databasegsmarena.com/huawei_watch_gt_4-12563.phpRead 23 October 2026Launch: announced 2023, September 14.6Press articlegsmarena.com/huawei_watch_gt4_launches_in_41mm_and_46mm_sizes_with_improved_health_tracking_and_battery-news-59903.phpRead 23 October 2026Launch coverage dated 14 September 2023 in Barcelona.9Press articlenextpit.de/news/die-huawei-watch-gt-4-ist-offiziellRead 23 October 2026NextPit: Huawei presented the Watch GT 4 in Barcelona on launch day.
Status
Predecessor
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Successor
Launch price (EU)
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€2496Press articlegsmarena.com/huawei_watch_gt4_launches_in_41mm_and_46mm_sizes_with_improved_health_tracking_and_battery-news-59903.phpRead 23 October 2026Launch coverage: 46 mm starts at 250 euro (black rubber strap) and the 41 mm also starts at 250 euro (white leather). Other straps cost 270 to 400 euro. German coverage gives 249 euro, which is stored.8Measurementnotebookcheck.com/Test-Huawei-Watch-GT-4-46-mm-Achteckige-Smartwatch-mit-langen-Laufzeiten.747108.0.htmlRead 23 October 2026Price table at the launch: 41 mm white leather 249 euro, Milanese 299, piano 399. 46 mm black fluoroelastomer 249, brown leather 269, green fabric 269, stainless steel 349. Prices are list prices in Germany.9Press articlenextpit.de/news/die-huawei-watch-gt-4-ist-offiziellRead 23 October 2026NextPit Germany on launch day: the 46 mm in black is available at an RRP of 249 euro, brown or green leather 269 euro, steel 349 euro. The 41 mm with white leather strap also costs 249 euro, Milanese 299 euro and the piano model 399 euro. The stored 249 is the entry price of both sizes, and price depends on strap. German prices include VAT.
Markets
NZ, US1Maker product pagegarmin.com/en-NZ/p/pn/010-02862-10Read 5 October 2026NZ maker exact SKU pages establish NZ. Original US launch separately establishes US model availability. Variant rows explicitly retain NZ scope and do not inherit US from base.5Press releasegarmin.com/en-US/newsroom/press-release/sports-fitness/introducing-the-vivoactive-5-gps-smartwatch-from-garminRead 5 October 2026
DE, GB8Measurementnotebookcheck.com/Test-Huawei-Watch-GT-4-46-mm-Achteckige-Smartwatch-mit-langen-Laufzeiten.747108.0.htmlRead 23 October 2026Notebookcheck Germany: the watch is sold directly in the Huawei Store, and the test unit came from Huawei Germany.9Press articlenextpit.de/news/die-huawei-watch-gt-4-ist-offiziellRead 23 October 2026Huawei Store Germany sold the watch from the launch day. The UK store is the Huawei UK page.
Colours
Cream gold aluminium bezel with ivory case and silicone band, Slate aluminium bezel with black case and silicone band, Metallic orchid Aluminium bezel with orchid case and silicone band, Metallic navy Aluminium bezel with navy case and silicone band1Maker product pagegarmin.com/en-NZ/p/pn/010-02862-10Read 5 October 2026
Green Fluoroelastomer Strap, Black Fluoroelastomer Strap, Light Gold Milanese strap, Silver Stainless Steel Strap, White Leather Strap, Grey Stainless Steel Strap, Green Composite Strap, Brown Leather Strap1Maker product pageconsumer.huawei.com/uk/wearables/watch-gt4/specsRead 23 October 2026Watch Strap: 46 mm Black Fluoroelastomer, Grey Stainless Steel, Green Composite and Brown Leather. 41 mm Green Fluoroelastomer, Black Fluoroelastomer, Light Gold Milanese, Silver Stainless Steel and White Leather. Huawei names straps, not case colours.
Segment
OS updates promised
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Case
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Case size
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Case shape
Case material
Case material (as published)
Fibre-reinforced polymer housing. Anodised aluminium bezel.1Maker product pagegarmin.com/en-NZ/p/pn/010-02862-10Read 5 October 2026
Back
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Plastic5Spec databasegsmarena.com/huawei_watch_gt_4-12563.phpRead 23 October 2026Build: glass front, plastic back, stainless steel frame. Gadgets & Wearables says rear case plastic.10Spec databasegadgetsandwearables.com/technical-specs/huawei-watch-gt-4Read 23 October 2026Material: front case stainless steel, rear case plastic.
Case dimensions
Height42.2Width42.2Thickness11.1mm(1.7 × 1.7 × 0.4 in)1Maker product pagegarmin.com/en-NZ/p/pn/010-02862-10Read 5 October 2026
Height41.3Width41.3Thickness9.8mm(1.6 × 1.6 × 0.4 in)1Maker product pageconsumer.huawei.com/uk/wearables/watch-gt4/specsRead 23 October 2026Dimensions: 46 mm model 46 x 46 x 10.9 mm and 41 mm model 41.3 x 41.3 x 9.8 mm. Footnote: size, weight and related specifications are theoretical values and individual products may vary. Base is the 41 mm model. The 46 mm case has an octagonal outline, so its height and width are the across-flats size.
Weight (case only)
Durability
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Water resistance
Water resistance standard
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Dust and water rating
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Dive rating
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Max dive depth
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MIL-STD-810
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MIL-STD-810 tests
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Operating temperature
Min-20Max45°C1Maker product pageconsumer.huawei.com/uk/wearables/watch-gt4/specsRead 23 October 2026Environment: ambient operating temperature -20 to +45 degrees C.4Owner's manualconsumer-tkbdownload.huawei.com/ctkbfm/servlet/download/downloadServlet/H4sIAAAAAAAA_z2QXUvDMBSG_0rJlUIrOflsvFo6220MxsSOeZs2qQZnN_qhqPjfTUfx8uW8POfh_UFj77ry6-LQPQIUI3v-bOdIQ2z8ye3M-xTXB33MN9FRl8t1tCojFj2Ovn6LngbTDdFq9NYlN_vdc5KBijHErk3G_vbuYpuZszfDa-BgbCyRgkEjFKtsXXEsiUiZkoSC4ZNE5b83NlS3enGlAFeSgoAFYIxZKNSdM4M_t6Wf1EBgxShmeDrHqPcvrRnGbpJOKaSkWCqui5RTrjJJUqoxgwetNBM8z4iQWhOQkFECoUkU5GkGeaGp5jz8-jAnbw__Kw3d6K6G80pbjX7_AKbo68pGAQAA.pdfRead 23 October 2026Operation and safety: ideal temperatures -20 to +45 C for operating and -20 to +55 C for storage. The wireless charger works at 0 to 45 C.
Display
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Display type
Display type (as published)
Screen size
Resolution
Pixel density
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Display area
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Touchscreen
Max refresh rate
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Min refresh rate
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Peak brightness
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Minimum brightness
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Always-on display
Yes1Maker product pageconsumer.huawei.com/uk/wearables/watch-gt4/specsRead 23 October 2026Battery life: a 4-day claim (46 mm) and 2-day claim (41 mm) with Always On Display enabled.3Owner's manualconsumer-tkbdownload.huawei.com/ctkbfm/servlet/download/downloadServlet/H4sIAAAAAAAA_z1Qy2rDMBD8FaNTC1ZZvaWeIstuEgIhB5v06sRKK0id4EdLW_rvlYPJcXZnhpn5RWPvu_L76tEzIihFzeWrnSGL8BTOflt_THBV2X2xTva2dKtkWSY8qaI0WY6h8fhht33FGTEp0NS3eOwfn67NaTbY1cN7NGgEUHn0B8yY0ZgrqbFWILDXnHACRCtjouIQftZNpG_s4uZEhFGUE7EgAMAj4dj5egiXtgxTLiLBcAYcpneK-vDW1sPY3frk1BROUGkzlTPtpDGgshdOrdLUuAyKwjKeE8pEoeJZZ87JnGtNqDTCTP0_63NoqvtEQzf6W8J5oo1Ff_9JOqzcQwEAAA%3D%3D.pdfRead 23 October 2026Always On Display section: AOD keeps the screen on in a low-power state and reduces battery life.
Display cover
Display cover (as published)
Corning Gorilla Glass 31Maker product pagegarmin.com/en-NZ/p/pn/010-02862-10Read 5 October 2026
Platform
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Platform
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OS at launch
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Software
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Latest OS
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Works with
Phone requirement
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Android 8.0 or later, iOS 13.0 or later1Maker product pageconsumer.huawei.com/uk/wearables/watch-gt4/specsRead 23 October 2026System requirements: Android 8.0 or later, iOS 13.0 or later.
App store
Yes3Owner's manualconsumer-tkbdownload.huawei.com/ctkbfm/servlet/download/downloadServlet/H4sIAAAAAAAA_z1Qy2rDMBD8FaNTC1ZZvaWeIstuEgIhB5v06sRKK0id4EdLW_rvlYPJcXZnhpn5RWPvu_L76tEzIihFzeWrnSGL8BTOflt_THBV2X2xTva2dKtkWSY8qaI0WY6h8fhht33FGTEp0NS3eOwfn67NaTbY1cN7NGgEUHn0B8yY0ZgrqbFWILDXnHACRCtjouIQftZNpG_s4uZEhFGUE7EgAMAj4dj5egiXtgxTLiLBcAYcpneK-vDW1sPY3frk1BROUGkzlTPtpDGgshdOrdLUuAyKwjKeE8pEoeJZZ87JnGtNqDTCTP0_63NoqvtEQzf6W8J5oo1Ff_9JOqzcQwEAAA%3D%3D.pdfRead 23 October 2026Managing apps: install apps from the AppGallery in Huawei Health. Not available when paired with an iPhone. The Notebookcheck review calls the watch app store small.6Press articlegsmarena.com/huawei_watch_gt4_launches_in_41mm_and_46mm_sizes_with_improved_health_tracking_and_battery-news-59903.phpRead 23 October 2026Launch coverage: works with Strava, Komoot and Runtastic. Third-party apps on the watch come from the AppGallery.
Chipset
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Process
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CPU cores
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CPU configuration
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Max CPU clock
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GPU
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Low-power coprocessor
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Memory
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RAM
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Health sensors
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Heart rate sensor
Garmin Elevate wrist heart rate monitor (4th generation)1Maker product pagegarmin.com/en-NZ/p/pn/010-02862-10Read 5 October 20267Reviewdcrainmaker.com/2023/09/garmin-vivoactive-5-in-depth-review-now-with-an-amoled-display.htmlRead 5 October 2026
Optical heart rate sensor (TruSeen 5.5+)1Maker product pageconsumer.huawei.com/uk/wearables/watch-gt4/specsRead 23 October 2026Sensors list: optical heart rate sensor.6Press articlegsmarena.com/huawei_watch_gt4_launches_in_41mm_and_46mm_sizes_with_improved_health_tracking_and_battery-news-59903.phpRead 23 October 2026Launch coverage: new TruSeen 5.5+ sensors and algorithms.
ECG capability
Blood oxygen sensing
Skin temperature sensing
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Yes1Maker product pageconsumer.huawei.com/uk/wearables/watch-gt4/specsRead 23 October 2026Sensors list: temperature sensor. The user guide describes wrist skin temperature measurement.3Owner's manualconsumer-tkbdownload.huawei.com/ctkbfm/servlet/download/downloadServlet/H4sIAAAAAAAA_z1Qy2rDMBD8FaNTC1ZZvaWeIstuEgIhB5v06sRKK0id4EdLW_rvlYPJcXZnhpn5RWPvu_L76tEzIihFzeWrnSGL8BTOflt_THBV2X2xTva2dKtkWSY8qaI0WY6h8fhht33FGTEp0NS3eOwfn67NaTbY1cN7NGgEUHn0B8yY0ZgrqbFWILDXnHACRCtjouIQftZNpG_s4uZEhFGUE7EgAMAj4dj5egiXtgxTLiLBcAYcpneK-vDW1sPY3frk1BROUGkzlTPtpDGgshdOrdLUuAyKwjKeE8pEoeJZZ87JnGtNqDTCTP0_63NoqvtEQzf6W8J5oo1Ff_9JOqzcQwEAAA%3D%3D.pdfRead 23 October 2026Skin temperature measurement: monitors wrist skin temperature changes after exercise, individually or continuously.
Blood pressure feature
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Body composition sensor
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Skin conductance (EDA)
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Medical clearances
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Motion and environment sensors
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Accelerometer
Accelerometer range
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Gyroscope
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Barometric altimeter
Compass
Ambient light sensor
Depth gauge
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Depth gauge range
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Water temperature sensor
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Health and fitness
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Health features
Continuous heart rate, Heart rate alerts, Blood oxygen app, Heart rate variability, Sleep tracking, Sleep stages, Stress tracking, Cycle tracking3Maker product pagegarmin.com/en-NZ/p/pn/010-02862-10Read 5 October 2026Exact current health rows and original launch corroborate continuous HR, high/low alerts, Pulse Ox, HRV, advanced sleep, stress and women health. Sleep stages explicitly in original manual. Pulse Ox and ECG, where present, are country-restricted. No training readiness or skin-temperature ovulation algorithm inferred.4Owner's manualwww8.garmin.com/manuals/webhelp/GUID-5D183A14-BB43-4A9B-B441-5F824214CE40/EN-US/vivoactive_5_OM_EN-US.pdfRead 5 October 2026
Continuous heart rate, Heart rate alerts, Irregular rhythm notifications, Blood oxygen app, Sleep tracking, Sleep stages, Stress tracking, Cycle tracking3Owner's manualconsumer-tkbdownload.huawei.com/ctkbfm/servlet/download/downloadServlet/H4sIAAAAAAAA_z1Qy2rDMBD8FaNTC1ZZvaWeIstuEgIhB5v06sRKK0id4EdLW_rvlYPJcXZnhpn5RWPvu_L76tEzIihFzeWrnSGL8BTOflt_THBV2X2xTva2dKtkWSY8qaI0WY6h8fhht33FGTEp0NS3eOwfn67NaTbY1cN7NGgEUHn0B8yY0ZgrqbFWILDXnHACRCtjouIQftZNpG_s4uZEhFGUE7EgAMAj4dj5egiXtgxTLiLBcAYcpneK-vDW1sPY3frk1BROUGkzlTPtpDGgshdOrdLUuAyKwjKeE8pEoeJZZ87JnGtNqDTCTP0_63NoqvtEQzf6W8J5oo1Ff_9JOqzcQwEAAA%3D%3D.pdfRead 23 October 2026Heart rate: continuous monitoring, high and low heart rate alerts after 10 resting minutes. Pulse wave arrhythmia analysis (only in certain markets, not medical). SpO2 measuring and automatic SpO2. Sleep with deep, light, REM and awake stages and TruSleep. Stress test. Cycle Calendar. Sleep breathing awareness detects interruptions in breathing but is not a sleep apnea notification, so that option is not stored. HRV is not listed.
Fitness features
Automatic workout detection, VO2 max, Recovery advice, Pool swim, Open water swim, Strength rep counting, Interval workouts, Golf courses3Maker product pagegarmin.com/en-NZ/p/pn/010-02862-10Read 5 October 2026Exact current capability rows and manual activity chapters. Move IQ can auto-start timed walking/running after configured thresholds. Swimming is corroborated by recording chapters. Straight-line Back to Start does not establish TracBack or course-following.4Owner's manualwww8.garmin.com/manuals/webhelp/GUID-5D183A14-BB43-4A9B-B441-5F824214CE40/EN-US/vivoactive_5_OM_EN-US.pdfRead 5 October 2026
Automatic workout detection, VO2 max, Training load, Recovery advice, Running dynamics, Pool swim, Open water swim, Route navigation, Trackback3Owner's manualconsumer-tkbdownload.huawei.com/ctkbfm/servlet/download/downloadServlet/H4sIAAAAAAAA_z1Qy2rDMBD8FaNTC1ZZvaWeIstuEgIhB5v06sRKK0id4EdLW_rvlYPJcXZnhpn5RWPvu_L76tEzIihFzeWrnSGL8BTOflt_THBV2X2xTva2dKtkWSY8qaI0WY6h8fhht33FGTEp0NS3eOwfn67NaTbY1cN7NGgEUHn0B8yY0ZgrqbFWILDXnHACRCtjouIQftZNpG_s4uZEhFGUE7EgAMAj4dj5egiXtgxTLiLBcAYcpneK-vDW1sPY3frk1BROUGkzlTPtpDGgshdOrdLUuAyKwjKeE8pEoeJZZ87JnGtNqDTCTP0_63NoqvtEQzf6W8J5oo1Ff_9JOqzcQwEAAA%3D%3D.pdfRead 23 October 2026Workout status: VO2Max, Training load, Recovery, Running ability index and predicted times. Auto-detect workouts. Route back (retraces the route, or a straight line) during outdoor workouts. Trail run and routes import with offline maps. Running dynamics comes from the HarmonyOS 5.0 update coverage.8Measurementnotebookcheck.com/Test-Huawei-Watch-GT-4-46-mm-Achteckige-Smartwatch-mit-langen-Laufzeiten.747108.0.htmlRead 23 October 2026Sports list includes pool and open-water swimming. Running data include ground contact time and step cadence. VO2Max is computed for some workout types. Navigation needs the phone with Petal Maps. No ECG.11Press articlegadgetsandwearables.com/2025/01/13/harmony-os-5-watch-gt-4Read 23 October 2026The update adds wrist-based running form analysis with ground contact time and vertical oscillation, and cycling workout linking with Huawei phones.
Sport profiles
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Dive modes
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External sensors
Safety
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Fall detection
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Car crash detection
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Emergency SOS
Emergency siren
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Dedicated LED flashlight
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Positioning
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Positioning
GPS, GLONASS, Galileo1Maker product pagegarmin.com/en-NZ/p/pn/010-02862-10Read 5 October 2026Exact published satellite-system sensor list. All-Systems runtime does not establish dual-frequency hardware.
GPS (L1+L5), GLONASS, BeiDou, Galileo, QZSS5Spec databasegsmarena.com/huawei_watch_gt_4-12563.phpRead 23 October 2026Comms: GPS (L1+L5), GLONASS, BDS, GALILEO, QZSS.
Dual-band GNSS
Offline maps
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Yes3Owner's manualconsumer-tkbdownload.huawei.com/ctkbfm/servlet/download/downloadServlet/H4sIAAAAAAAA_z1Qy2rDMBD8FaNTC1ZZvaWeIstuEgIhB5v06sRKK0id4EdLW_rvlYPJcXZnhpn5RWPvu_L76tEzIihFzeWrnSGL8BTOflt_THBV2X2xTva2dKtkWSY8qaI0WY6h8fhht33FGTEp0NS3eOwfn67NaTbY1cN7NGgEUHn0B8yY0ZgrqbFWILDXnHACRCtjouIQftZNpG_s4uZEhFGUE7EgAMAj4dj5egiXtgxTLiLBcAYcpneK-vDW1sPY3frk1BROUGkzlTPtpDGgshdOrdLUuAyKwjKeE8pEoeJZZ87JnGtNqDTCTP0_63NoqvtEQzf6W8J5oo1Ff_9JOqzcQwEAAA%3D%3D.pdfRead 23 October 2026Using an offline map: download offline maps in Huawei Health, then start navigation by touching Routes or after selecting an outdoor workout. The map can be used to navigate or return to the start.10Spec databasegadgetsandwearables.com/technical-specs/huawei-watch-gt-4Read 23 October 2026Offline maps: Yes.11Press articlegadgetsandwearables.com/2025/01/13/harmony-os-5-watch-gt-4Read 23 October 2026The update adds an offline map feature to manage maps and navigate during workouts.
Connectivity
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Bluetooth
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Yes1Maker product pageconsumer.huawei.com/uk/wearables/watch-gt4/specsRead 23 October 2026Connectivity: Bluetooth 2.4 GHz, supports BT5.2 and BR + BLE.8Measurementnotebookcheck.com/Test-Huawei-Watch-GT-4-46-mm-Achteckige-Smartwatch-mit-langen-Laufzeiten.747108.0.htmlRead 23 October 2026Network: Bluetooth 5.2.
Bluetooth version
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Wi-Fi
No5Spec databasegsmarena.com/huawei_watch_gt_4-12563.phpRead 23 October 2026Comms: WLAN No.7Reviewgsmarena.com/huawei_watch_gt_4_review-news-60224.phpRead 23 October 2026Review: no SIM slot and no Wi-Fi.10Spec databasegadgetsandwearables.com/technical-specs/huawei-watch-gt-4Read 23 October 2026Wi-Fi: No.
Wi-Fi bands
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Cellular
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Network
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4G bands
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5G bands
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NFC
Contactless payments
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Payment services
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Ultra-wideband
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Satellite
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Audio
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Speaker
Yes1Maker product pageconsumer.huawei.com/uk/wearables/watch-gt4/specsRead 23 October 2026Speaker: Supported.3Owner's manualconsumer-tkbdownload.huawei.com/ctkbfm/servlet/download/downloadServlet/H4sIAAAAAAAA_z1Qy2rDMBD8FaNTC1ZZvaWeIstuEgIhB5v06sRKK0id4EdLW_rvlYPJcXZnhpn5RWPvu_L76tEzIihFzeWrnSGL8BTOflt_THBV2X2xTva2dKtkWSY8qaI0WY6h8fhht33FGTEp0NS3eOwfn67NaTbY1cN7NGgEUHn0B8yY0ZgrqbFWILDXnHACRCtjouIQftZNpG_s4uZEhFGUE7EgAMAj4dj5egiXtgxTLiLBcAYcpneK-vDW1sPY3frk1BROUGkzlTPtpDGgshdOrdLUuAyKwjKeE8pEoeJZZ87JnGtNqDTCTP0_63NoqvtEQzf6W8J5oo1Ff_9JOqzcQwEAAA%3D%3D.pdfRead 23 October 2026Appearance: Speaker.
Microphones
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11Maker product pageconsumer.huawei.com/uk/wearables/watch-gt4/specsRead 23 October 2026Microphone: Supported. The user guide diagram labels one microphone.3Owner's manualconsumer-tkbdownload.huawei.com/ctkbfm/servlet/download/downloadServlet/H4sIAAAAAAAA_z1Qy2rDMBD8FaNTC1ZZvaWeIstuEgIhB5v06sRKK0id4EdLW_rvlYPJcXZnhpn5RWPvu_L76tEzIihFzeWrnSGL8BTOflt_THBV2X2xTva2dKtkWSY8qaI0WY6h8fhht33FGTEp0NS3eOwfn67NaTbY1cN7NGgEUHn0B8yY0ZgrqbFWILDXnHACRCtjouIQftZNpG_s4uZEhFGUE7EgAMAj4dj5egiXtgxTLiLBcAYcpneK-vDW1sPY3frk1BROUGkzlTPtpDGgshdOrdLUuAyKwjKeE8pEoeJZZ87JnGtNqDTCTP0_63NoqvtEQzf6W8J5oo1Ff_9JOqzcQwEAAA%3D%3D.pdfRead 23 October 2026Appearance: the diagram details list one Microphone.
Calls on the watch
Music on the watch
Yes3Owner's manualconsumer-tkbdownload.huawei.com/ctkbfm/servlet/download/downloadServlet/H4sIAAAAAAAA_z1Qy2rDMBD8FaNTC1ZZvaWeIstuEgIhB5v06sRKK0id4EdLW_rvlYPJcXZnhpn5RWPvu_L76tEzIihFzeWrnSGL8BTOflt_THBV2X2xTva2dKtkWSY8qaI0WY6h8fhht33FGTEp0NS3eOwfn67NaTbY1cN7NGgEUHn0B8yY0ZgrqbFWILDXnHACRCtjouIQftZNpG_s4uZEhFGUE7EgAMAj4dj5egiXtgxTLiLBcAYcpneK-vDW1sPY3frk1BROUGkzlTPtpDGgshdOrdLUuAyKwjKeE8pEoeJZZ87JnGtNqDTCTP0_63NoqvtEQzf6W8J5oo1Ff_9JOqzcQwEAAA%3D%3D.pdfRead 23 October 2026Controlling music playback: syncing music to the watch from Huawei Health, playing it on the watch and through Bluetooth headphones. Not available when paired with an iPhone. Gadgets & Wearables lists no on-board music, which the guide contradicts.7Reviewgsmarena.com/huawei_watch_gt_4_review-news-60224.phpRead 23 October 2026Review: the device allows downloading music and playing it during activities through the speaker or Bluetooth earphones.
Controls
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Buttons
11Maker product pageconsumer.huawei.com/uk/wearables/watch-gt4/specsRead 23 October 2026Button: Home Button (Rotating Crown) and Side Button. The crown is counted in Crown, so one other button.3Owner's manualconsumer-tkbdownload.huawei.com/ctkbfm/servlet/download/downloadServlet/H4sIAAAAAAAA_z1Qy2rDMBD8FaNTC1ZZvaWeIstuEgIhB5v06sRKK0id4EdLW_rvlYPJcXZnhpn5RWPvu_L76tEzIihFzeWrnSGL8BTOflt_THBV2X2xTva2dKtkWSY8qaI0WY6h8fhht33FGTEp0NS3eOwfn67NaTbY1cN7NGgEUHn0B8yY0ZgrqbFWILDXnHACRCtjouIQftZNpG_s4uZEhFGUE7EgAMAj4dj5egiXtgxTLiLBcAYcpneK-vDW1sPY3frk1BROUGkzlTPtpDGgshdOrdLUuAyKwjKeE8pEoeJZZ87JnGtNqDTCTP0_63NoqvtEQzf6W8J5oo1Ff_9JOqzcQwEAAA%3D%3D.pdfRead 23 October 2026Buttons table: Up button (rotating) and Down button.
Named operating buttons
Action button, Back (Menu) button4Owner's manualwww8.garmin.com/manuals/webhelp/GUID-5D183A14-BB43-4A9B-B441-5F824214CE40/EN-US/vivoactive_5_OM_EN-US.pdfRead 5 October 2026Exact named operating controls from Overview, printed page 1. Action and Back (Menu) buttons. No names from newer watch manuals borrowed.
Side Button1Maker product pageconsumer.huawei.com/uk/wearables/watch-gt4/specsRead 23 October 2026Button: Home Button (Rotating Crown) and Side Button. The user guide calls it the Down button.3Owner's manualconsumer-tkbdownload.huawei.com/ctkbfm/servlet/download/downloadServlet/H4sIAAAAAAAA_z1Qy2rDMBD8FaNTC1ZZvaWeIstuEgIhB5v06sRKK0id4EdLW_rvlYPJcXZnhpn5RWPvu_L76tEzIihFzeWrnSGL8BTOflt_THBV2X2xTva2dKtkWSY8qaI0WY6h8fhht33FGTEp0NS3eOwfn67NaTbY1cN7NGgEUHn0B8yY0ZgrqbFWILDXnHACRCtjouIQftZNpG_s4uZEhFGUE7EgAMAj4dj5egiXtgxTLiLBcAYcpneK-vDW1sPY3frk1BROUGkzlTPtpDGgshdOrdLUuAyKwjKeE8pEoeJZZ87JnGtNqDTCTP0_63NoqvtEQzf6W8J5oo1Ff_9JOqzcQwEAAA%3D%3D.pdfRead 23 October 2026Buttons table: Up button (crown) and Down button, which opens Workout by default.
Crown
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Rotating haptic1Maker product pageconsumer.huawei.com/uk/wearables/watch-gt4/specsRead 23 October 2026Button: the Home Button is a rotating crown. The user guide says crown haptics give feedback at each turn.3Owner's manualconsumer-tkbdownload.huawei.com/ctkbfm/servlet/download/downloadServlet/H4sIAAAAAAAA_z1Qy2rDMBD8FaNTC1ZZvaWeIstuEgIhB5v06sRKK0id4EdLW_rvlYPJcXZnhpn5RWPvu_L76tEzIihFzeWrnSGL8BTOflt_THBV2X2xTva2dKtkWSY8qaI0WY6h8fhht33FGTEp0NS3eOwfn67NaTbY1cN7NGgEUHn0B8yY0ZgrqbFWILDXnHACRCtjouIQftZNpG_s4uZEhFGUE7EgAMAj4dj5egiXtgxTLiLBcAYcpneK-vDW1sPY3frk1BROUGkzlTPtpDGgshdOrdLUuAyKwjKeE8pEoeJZZ87JnGtNqDTCTP0_63NoqvtEQzf6W8J5oo1Ff_9JOqzcQwEAAA%3D%3D.pdfRead 23 October 2026Buttons and touch operations: the Up button rotates to zoom or scroll. Sounds and vibration: Crown haptics give haptic feedback at each turn of the crown.
Rotating bezel
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Gestures
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Raise your wrist to wake the screen, Cover the screen with your palm to turn it off3Owner's manualconsumer-tkbdownload.huawei.com/ctkbfm/servlet/download/downloadServlet/H4sIAAAAAAAA_z1Qy2rDMBD8FaNTC1ZZvaWeIstuEgIhB5v06sRKK0id4EdLW_rvlYPJcXZnhpn5RWPvu_L76tEzIihFzeWrnSGL8BTOflt_THBV2X2xTva2dKtkWSY8qaI0WY6h8fhht33FGTEp0NS3eOwfn67NaTbY1cN7NGgEUHn0B8yY0ZgrqbFWILDXnHACRCtjouIQftZNpG_s4uZEhFGUE7EgAMAj4dj5egiXtgxTLiLBcAYcpneK-vDW1sPY3frk1BROUGkzlTPtpDGgshdOrdLUuAyKwjKeE8pEoeJZZ87JnGtNqDTCTP0_63NoqvtEQzf6W8J5oo1Ff_9JOqzcQwEAAA%3D%3D.pdfRead 23 October 2026Turning on and off the screen: raise your wrist to wake the screen, and lower or rotate your wrist outwards or cover the screen with your palm to turn it off.
Battery and charging
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Battery capacity
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323mAh5Spec databasegsmarena.com/huawei_watch_gt_4-12563.phpRead 23 October 2026Battery: Li-Ion 524 mAh, which the GSMArena review ties to the 46 mm unit.7Reviewgsmarena.com/huawei_watch_gt_4_review-news-60224.phpRead 23 October 2026Battery life: the 46 mm unit has 524 mAh and the smaller 41 mm variant a 323 mAh cell.
Claimed battery life
AGarmin Vivoactive 5
| Mode | With solar | Hours (h) |
|---|---|---|
| Smartwatch | No | 264 |
| Always-on | No | 120 |
| Low power | No | 504 |
| GPS | No | 21 |
| GPS, all systems | No | 17 |
| GPS, all systems with music | No | 8 |
BHuawei Watch GT 4
| Mode | With solar | Hours (h) |
|---|---|---|
| Smartwatch | No | 96 |
| Light use | No | 168 |
| Always-on | No | 48 |
Smartwatch mode (claimed)
264h
96h
AOD battery life (up to)
120h
48h
GPS mode (claimed)
21h
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Solar charging
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Charging method
Magnetic puck1Maker product pageconsumer.huawei.com/uk/wearables/watch-gt4/specsRead 23 October 2026Charging port: wireless charging with a charging cradle that aligns with the metal contacts on the back (user guide).3Owner's manualconsumer-tkbdownload.huawei.com/ctkbfm/servlet/download/downloadServlet/H4sIAAAAAAAA_z1Qy2rDMBD8FaNTC1ZZvaWeIstuEgIhB5v06sRKK0id4EdLW_rvlYPJcXZnhpn5RWPvu_L76tEzIihFzeWrnSGL8BTOflt_THBV2X2xTva2dKtkWSY8qaI0WY6h8fhht33FGTEp0NS3eOwfn67NaTbY1cN7NGgEUHn0B8yY0ZgrqbFWILDXnHACRCtjouIQftZNpG_s4uZEhFGUE7EgAMAj4dj5egiXtgxTLiLBcAYcpneK-vDW1sPY3frk1BROUGkzlTPtpDGgshdOrdLUuAyKwjKeE8pEoeJZZ87JnGtNqDTCTP0_63NoqvtEQzf6W8J5oo1Ff_9JOqzcQwEAAA%3D%3D.pdfRead 23 October 2026Charging: rest the device on the charging cradle and align the metal contacts on the device with those of the cradle.
Charging guidance
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Charger voltage and current requirements 5V-9V DC/2A. The box holds a wireless charging cradle with its cable and no power adapter. Huawei states wireless charging without naming a standard. The GSMArena review reports that any Qi-certified wireless charger worked.1Maker product pageconsumer.huawei.com/uk/wearables/watch-gt4/specsRead 23 October 2026Charging: charger voltage and current requirements 5V-9V DC/2A. Charging port: wireless charging.4Owner's manualconsumer-tkbdownload.huawei.com/ctkbfm/servlet/download/downloadServlet/H4sIAAAAAAAA_z2QXUvDMBSG_0rJlUIrOflsvFo6220MxsSOeZs2qQZnN_qhqPjfTUfx8uW8POfh_UFj77ry6-LQPQIUI3v-bOdIQ2z8ye3M-xTXB33MN9FRl8t1tCojFj2Ovn6LngbTDdFq9NYlN_vdc5KBijHErk3G_vbuYpuZszfDa-BgbCyRgkEjFKtsXXEsiUiZkoSC4ZNE5b83NlS3enGlAFeSgoAFYIxZKNSdM4M_t6Wf1EBgxShmeDrHqPcvrRnGbpJOKaSkWCqui5RTrjJJUqoxgwetNBM8z4iQWhOQkFECoUkU5GkGeaGp5jz8-jAnbw__Kw3d6K6G80pbjX7_AKbo68pGAQAA.pdfRead 23 October 2026Accessories: charging cradle CW04. The charger must meet IEC/EN 62368-1. Quick Start Guide for PNX-B19, which also shows 5ATM and IP68 for the 46 mm model only.7Reviewgsmarena.com/huawei_watch_gt_4_review-news-60224.phpRead 23 October 2026Review: works with any Qi-certified wireless charger. The cradle is magnetic.
Max charging power (watch)
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Fast charging
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Quick charge claim
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Charge 0 to 80% (claimed)
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Full charge time (claimed)
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Measured
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Peak brightness (measured)
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Battery life (measured)
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Battery tests (measured)
AGarmin Vivoactive 5
Not availableBHuawei Watch GT 4
| Test | Hours (h) |
|---|---|
| Mixed use, always-on display off | 168 |
| Mixed use, always-on | 120 |
| GPS activity | 24 |
Full charge time (measured)
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Strap
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Lug width
Quick-release strap
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Strap system
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Standard 20 mm straps on the 41 mm model and standard 22 mm straps on the 46 mm model.5Spec databasegsmarena.com/huawei_watch_gt_4-12563.phpRead 23 October 2026Body: standard 22 mm straps (46 mm) and 20 mm straps (41 mm).
Strap material
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Strap
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Strap sizes
AGarmin Vivoactive 5
| Wrist (min) (mm) | Wrist (max) (mm) |
|---|---|
| 125 | 190 |
BHuawei Watch GT 4
| Size | Wrist (min) (mm) | Wrist (max) (mm) |
|---|---|---|
| 41 mm | 120 | 190 |
Regulatory
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FCC ID
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SAR limb (US)
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SAR limb (EU)
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Other certifications
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In the box
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In the box
Vivoactive 5, USB-C charging/data cable, Documentation1Maker product pagegarmin.com/en-NZ/p/pn/010-02862-10Read 5 October 2026Exact per-SKU In the Box tab lists watch, USB-C charging/data cable and documentation. Complete list has no mains adapter. Proprietary four-pin watch connector is not USB-C on watch.
Watch × 1, Wireless Charging Cradle (including the charging cable) × 1, Quick Start Guide & Safety Information & Warranty Card × 11Maker product pageconsumer.huawei.com/uk/wearables/watch-gt4/specsRead 23 October 2026In The Box: Watch x 1, wireless charging cradle (including the charging cable) x 1, quick start guide, safety information and warranty card x 1.
Links
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Product page
Spec sheet
Manual
www8.garmin.com/manuals/webhelp/GUID-5D183A14-BB43-4A9B-B441-5F824214CE40/EN-US/vivoactive_5_OM_EN-US.pdf4Owner's manualwww8.garmin.com/manuals/webhelp/GUID-5D183A14-BB43-4A9B-B441-5F824214CE40/EN-US/vivoactive_5_OM_EN-US.pdfRead 5 October 2026Exact current original maker Vivoactive 5 Owner Manual, 90 pages. Product-specific hardware, feature, charging, safety, sensor and runtime sections checked. No sibling-model data borrowed.
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EPREL registration number
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Warranty
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Manufacturer warranty (source market)
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