Huawei Watch GT 5 Review The Apple Watch Series 10 Killer!

[@Techtablets]

Correction the ECG feature is with the GT 5 Pro model. 00:00 - Intro and key changes 01:25 - Unboxing what's included? 01:59 - Weight Vs Watch GT 4 02:17 - Design and build quality 04:25 - TruSense upgrades 05:45 - New antenna design for accurate GPS tracking 06:08: Watch GT 5 screen & UI features walkthrough 11:45 - GPS & heart rate tracking test with an 18km cycle 12:42 - Tracking results and accuracy 15:20 - 24/7 HR monitor and spO2 monitoring 16:36 - Fitness track modes overview 18:03 - The App Huawei Health 18:43 - Sleep tracking results 19:18 - Heart rate monitoring & more App info 20:17 - Speaker sample with voice calls 20:30 - Battery life is the killer key feature 21:05 - The Pros and Cons

[@Mr76darknight]

What is the display brightness in nits?

[@AloMalo-n3y]

I have Watch GT4 it's a fantastic smartwatch with truely 14 days battery. Very adorable price and a premium quality. Apple and Samsung crooks can't even last 3 days battery and sell their garbage 4 times higher than this price 😂.

[@Techtablets]

Same I just gave up my GT 4 now for the new GT 5 to test it but I was getting 10-11 days no problem. I've tried the WearOS watches and Apple I just can't handle haven't to charge them on the second day if not it will be dead and not make it through 2 days for me.

[@AloMalo-n3y]

@@Techtablets is there any different between GT4 and GT4? On website I couldn't find big difference! What do you think.

[@alexaraducan]

Indeed Samsung and apple products are overpiced junk!

[@simdencard]

The old smart band vs. smart watch comparison. Lol. Battery life always tends to differ between the two for obvious reasons.

[@bobsalita3417]

Is the reason for a lack of google services due to an embargo against Huawei?

[@parshakamarsh]

Yes

[@abdellahelazhari8127]

wtf u need that on a watch ? LUL

[@Techtablets]

@@abdellahelazhari8127 Nobody really needs it on a watch.

[@parshakamarsh]

@@Techtablets Google pay is pretty handy to have on a watch

[@nwananka]

What is more important for accuracy, the sensor or how Huawei health app interpret the data? Just wandering if older devices will still enjoy the better accuracy from their continued research

[@Techtablets]

Yes older watches will be if it from that somewhat but its the watches sensors that collect that key info with all the health data readings.

[@josejuja]

This watch is absolutely gorgeous. Great review!

[@AndrewYouTubehandle]

Nice review. I wanted to get an idea of the size etc. Does it support audible audio books and podcasts? From what I’ve seen it looks good, great battery life, well built, responsive, accurate, Android and iOS (can it be paired to more than one watch? With my Garmin watch I used to switch between phones). I prefer a watch around a max 40g based on past experience so probably counting this out.

[@Staxsgurl]

When is this getting released? I’ve looked online in NZ and no one has it yet.

[@TheBismrk]

Any idea if the on-screen keyboard would be coming to the gt 4?

[@Techtablets]

I’m not sure sorry hopefully with an update I don’t see why not.

[@SirW0nka]

Since Google Maps isn't supported, is there an alternative or any way to get directions on the watch, even if it includes connecting it to a phone? Also, I'm confused because you mentioned that it's got the certifications to be deliver medical grade measures, then why is it still giving you a warning about it not being a medical device?

[@cornwallhaven4756]

I'm using the GT 4 and it only supports Petal Maps which can be obtained from the Play Store/ Huawei's AppGallery. But anyway, if you were to use this watch, you need to sideload the app from the Huawei's AppGallery (downloaded via APK)

[@gantenbeinable]

Petal Maps

[@mosubekore78]

Is it waterproof?

[@kodakapple]

Does it have custom strength workout mode?

[@Techtablets]

Custom work out modes are there yes but specific to strength training I can't see it. It would have to be "Other"

[@JohnDoe-o5v]

Do you know if Huawei can detect & automatically record different workouts like Samsung does?

[@Techtablets]

Hi, yes there is an auto detect workout mode.

[@JohnDoe-o5v]

@@Techtablets thank you

[@thesleepingwolf]

I like the watch face , is that an official one ? I have the gT4 and don’t see that one offered (haven’t gone through all the thousands available though )

[@malcs74]

Great review. Can you broadcast heart rate to garmin cycle units or connect to speed and cadence sensors ?

[@Techtablets]

That Garmin cycle unit support isn't there or listed as coming. As for other sensors yes but the Huawei Huawei ones.

[@malcs74]

@@Techtablets thanks As much as I like the HUAWEI it’s still going to be the garmin just for all round fitness watch If they add the broadcast and ant+ then it’s a no brainier till then it still going to be a fashion watch

[@saidasumosa6549]

The only redeemable of the 41 mm ones are the one with a brown strap, the one with a white and gold Milanese style strap is a copy of the version of the WACTH GT 4 which is discounted on the Huawei website, they do not change anything At the design level, those two, only in their software, which is not bad either since they came with more technology, but in terms of design, I am disappointed that they recycle two models.

[@jakubkotarski221]

Does it have esim? 😀very good review

[@Techtablets]

Hi no it doesn’t there might be another version later that will have it but the non GT series.

[@Garret141076]

I have the GT4 and it’s a great watch with one problem. No Google services and doesn’t work completely with iOS. So in you get a great watch but it has no use.

[@Dubaiinfos]

I have 3 huawei watches, the only thing missing is the possibility to pay with the watch. It has esim, can answer to chat messages, call and take calls, timer, compass and fitnesstracking, GPS, ultra long battery life button, almost 15 days with the 4 pro..

[@superiortoall22]

@@Dubaiinfosthat’s not what Google services are; it’s being able to start your car with a third party app, monitor your home or lock it, order an uber or coffee, use it for flying as a small EHSI, be able to stream music through different apps. What you listed are what most fitness trackers have, making this a hybrid watch, not a smartwatch.

[@raziel1989]

differences with the pro version?

[@i.kajman7380]

materials: steel vs titanium, mineral glass vs saphire glass size: GT is smaller and lighter (just a little bit) functions: PRO have arterial elasticity and ECG test

[@Techtablets]

Thank you for answering his question 👍

[@fengcarlos]

whats the glass material and case material?

[@i.kajman7380]

case: steel glass: mineral hardening

[@Techtablets]

Stainless steel and resistant glass. The pro has Liquid Metal and sapphire which is why it’s more expensive due to the materials.

[@inezblafla]

How do you rate it compared to the gt4. 46mm version? Is there any significant improvement in the health app? I like the look of both and do not need much fitness tracking/payments, is it worth it to buy the latest when you are only doing minimal sports but have minor health/sleep concerns? Thanks, as usual, an excellent review.

[@TuNguyen-if7kd]

i heard it have own keyboard, dont know if it can reply messenger message

[@Techtablets]

Very similar compared to the GT 4 46mm, but with improved tracking and running courses, the offline maps, improved antenna and the tracking improvements across the board. Either version would be fine.

[@Techtablets]

Full keyboard should be coming to it.

[@Staxsgurl]

A band 9 is all you need if you don’t need a watch for fitness, a brilliant watch for a very good price.

[@inezblafla]

​@@Techtabletsthanks!

[@SrdjanPoznanovic]

And difference between GT4 and GT5 is 🤔 ???

[@Techtablets]

Tweaked design, new antennas and sensors so everything is far more accurate that’s the big change. Which on the surface isn’t visible.

[@03kallis]

Hi Can you make payments via this watch?

[@HamdanH-z5t]

Does this replace the GT & the Watch series or will Huawei announce the Watch 5 Pro later?

[@Techtablets]

I’m not 100% sure but the Watch with eSIM might be coming next year.

[@e1nherjar1]

Looks great! Thanks for the review!

[@johnn5738]

The watch 5 pro is a step down from the watch 4 pro, no esim support etc

[@giux900]

GT series usually do not allow to answer text message, will be no keyboard pop up to do that. This feature usually is for watch series. Btw, huawei is light years ahead the competition as sensor, features e built quality materials. Great review.

[@Techtablets]

Yes normally that was the case but I was told and shown in a briefing that it would have full screen keyboard unless they have changed their minds it should be coming. The big one is the battery life nobody else can touch them! Look at wearOS and Apple Watch’s with 2 days battery life.

[@krns1617]

I can't believe that Huawei is still not able to mirror the app icons, except the few ones like Facebook or gmail.

[@mohamadsusanto2631]

Does it measure blood pressure ..?

[@Techtablets]

No you need the Huawei Watch D and thew new Watch D2 also announced at the same time for that.

[@bhisftw]

Hey Chris, do you know if a new Huawei Watch D2 is also released? I need one with blood pressure measurement :D

[@Techtablets]

That was also released

[@Mr76darknight]

What is the display brightness in nits?

[@Techtablets]

600 nits

[@mwwmtheeranai1872]

So if I get the pro model it’ll come with EGC right

[@Techtablets]

Correct

[@fragiskosm9778]

Its a cool smartwatch for its money but definitely not as a fitness tracker! If you do a proper tests of the device you will find out that the heart rate monitor is mediocre and in some cases worse even to GT4. As for the sleep tracking is just BAD!!! As for the the GPS tracking though is quite good

[@Techtablets]

The sleep tracking I’ve found to be very good looking on the times I woke up shown, going to sleep and then getting up times. I while back I tested with way polar chest strap and it was off around 5% which was the older version.

[@darrento6563]

How bright does the screen get?

[@Techtablets]

I don't know the exact figure in nits, but bright enough as you'll see in my video to be made out in direct sunlight.

[@Techtablets]

600 nits

[@menifo4334]

So, how do we know ghat the new sensors are indeed more accurate than the previous gen?What dors the GT5 offer more than the 4? This review was like a deja-vu of last year's GT4. Pointless.

[@Techtablets]

Very similar and looking at my previous data from the same rides from my GT 4 I see a difference but it's not by much around 3-5% between them. The Big one is the GPS seems to be far more accurate with lines following the road much better on the maps. I would need to spend time and recourses with a full analysis and weeks of data Vs other brands to see how accurate and if it's much of an improvement as claimed.

[@menifo4334]

@@Techtablets Are we to expect an updated review then?

[@newest_order]

This watch is Fire!

[@Techtablets]

Sure is!

[@vargeszter]

I really wish it was circular and had a lot less bezel...

[@Techtablets]

I think eventually they will slim it down and make the bezel a bit less noticeable. But using it I don’t mind. But I feel the Pro and Ultimate are a bit too chunky for my liking but some like that in a watch.

[@haffihussain4629]

Why no Google pay?

[@Techtablets]

Not possible now with the sanctions against them not allowing them to use Google services.

[@zahar027]

Does it run on Google health and Strava?

[@Techtablets]

Strava sync I believe need to confirm

[@siimot]

@@Techtablets if its like the GT4 strava sync will be there, google health won't.

[@ReframingUcenje]

what about bluetooth button for on/off?

[@gantenbeinable]

is available as quick toggle

[@Techtablets]

Not present for some reason as a toggle. No flight mode I can either or and under the Bluetooth option I can only disconnect not toogle it off. Odd but my Watch GT 4 is the same no BT toggle.

[@ReframingUcenje]

@@Techtablets that is only bad thing on my GT 4, and thay steel didn't add that to GT 5...

[@Smeg1984]

I am sure all 2 will sell in the UK

[@Techtablets]

They will yes.

[@matkeyboard8054]

Huawei sensor are top notch

[@Techtablets]

They are very good.

[@SMASHINGblargharghar]

Are you aware of a Huawei Watch 5/Pro? I'd much rather have a device with the full featured OS so i can sideload Android apk's. The 4 Pro is what I'm currently interested in. GT series just seems to me like an oversized fitness tracker with a few watch features. I've never owned one though so I can't speak with any authority on the subject.

[@Techtablets]

Not at this point it might be coming next year the Watch 5 series.

[@milerkos]

I WAS HOPING HUAWEI WOULD RELEASE WATCH 5 PRO..

[@Techtablets]

With the eSIM support right?

[@zodiacfml]

industry of the smartwatch reminds me of the state of Nokia smartphone days where it is alright but NOT iPhone/Android levels of compelling. There is an easy fix/innovation to make smartwatches crazy compelling and less friction with users.

[@Techtablets]

What would that easy fix be however you speak of?

[@zodiacfml]

​@@Techtablets i was about to tell but then realized I have the iPhone idea years prior the iPhone unveil. but of course I was way younger, just plain consumer or can't make money of that idea.

[@donihairama4136]

price?

[@bobsalita3417]

Chris, you've got to do another video on this device as this one is incomplete and without a reviewer's skepticism. You've done nothing to verify the accuracy of the watch's health measurements. Simply compare each health claim against a known good device and tell us your procedure and results. Better yet, go to a doctor's office and compare measurements against his medically approved devices. I'm skeptical that your heart rate reading of 96 BPM is correct. Think about your viewers who are excited about Huawei's claims. They may buy a watch and believe its readings are accurate based on your review. There's a history of these device's giving completely bogus readings. Where's your journalistic skepticism?

[@Dubaiinfos]

Watch the quantified scientist

[@siimot]

As above, doesn't seem any better than the GT4 for accuracy

[@fegsanchez7344]

probably sponsored review

[@Techtablets]

96 bpm wasn’t exactly my resting heart rate if I was going up and down stairs plus recording a video. I’ve used my polar chest heart rate monitor for this same ride and seen its off by around 5% but then is my polar heart rate monitor 100% perfectly accurate? If you know a way for me to compare it to medical accurate approved machines I’m all ears. As I don’t have access to those. Maybe spend thousands and team of doctors and experts going through weeks of testing for a consumer level fitness watch. I get your point but there is only so much I can do.

[@Techtablets]

@@fegsanchez7344It’s not as if it was I would say it’s paid and then flag it as such. Plus it wouldn’t be called a review.

[@eliasavelino6729]

Nice Job, TechTablets and Nice Watch

[@Techtablets]

Thanks for watching!!

[@kalsangtashi3040]

👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍

[@Techtablets]

Thanks for watching

[@Ian_Woods]

Looks a nice watch unfortunately if cannot pay with it, its dead in the water for me. I thought about the Zepp balance, looks like the same sensors, probable better than this in terms of watch faces etc and much cheaper, they have zepp pay, but have made the daft decision to partner only with Mastercard so only their cards work, yep all mine are visa 😂. there is a third a party app but they charge an arm and a leg if you use it out of your country of register. so also nope. and as you say googles wear watches or apple 1 to 1.5 days max battery also nope.

[@Techtablets]

Well seems I got it wrong they are bringing NFC payments to it using your cards but using another provider not Google of course.

[@Ian_Woods]

@@Techtablets I will look at it if they do, but I warn you, in my experience IF it uses a 3rd party app they charge you a commision on every transaction, ie. between 2 to 5%, some on all and the better ones if you use it outside your country of regeristing the app as the zepp compatable 3rd party app (curve) does.