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Samsung Galaxy Watch FE vs Huawei Watch GT 5

Compare battery life, health tracking, display and fit.

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Samsung Galaxy Watch FE

Samsung Galaxy Watch FE

  • Screen: 396 × 396 pixels.
  • Exynos W920 processor.
  • 1.5 GB RAM in this version.
  • 16 GB storage in this version.
  • Runs Wear OS 4; One UI 5 Watch.
KSh 19,500In Stock
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Huawei Watch GT 5

Huawei Watch GT 5

  • 4 GB storage in this version.
  • Runs HarmonyOS 5.0.
  • 524 mAh battery capacity.
  • 1.43-inch OLED display, 326 ppi.
  • 32MB.
KSh 21,500In Stock
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Our quick verdict

The Huawei Watch GT 5 has a much bigger battery (524 mAh), works with Android phones and iPhones and has a larger 1.43-inch, sharper screen, while the Samsung Galaxy Watch FE takes ECG heart-rhythm readings, is lighter to wear all day and has a sturdier aluminium build.

Storage

Samsung Galaxy Watch FE
16 GB storage in this version
Huawei Watch GT 5
4 GB storage in this version

Software

Samsung Galaxy Watch FE
Runs Wear OS 4; One UI 5 Watch
Huawei Watch GT 5
Runs HarmonyOS 5.0

Battery capacity

Samsung Galaxy Watch FE
247 mAh battery capacity
Huawei Watch GT 5
524 mAh battery capacity

Portability

Samsung Galaxy Watch FE
26.6 g
Huawei Watch GT 5
About 48 g

Display

Samsung Galaxy Watch FE
1.2-inch OLED display
Huawei Watch GT 5
1.43-inch OLED display, 326 ppi

Key differences

The main differences to help you choose.

Samsung Galaxy Watch FE

  • Lighter: 26.6 g (vs about 48 g).
  • ECG heart-rhythm readings.
  • Aluminium case (vs plastic case).
  • More storage: 16 GB (vs 4 GB).
  • eSIM.
  • Cellular option (LTE/5G models) for calls and data without your phone.

Huawei Watch GT 5

  • Bigger battery: 524 mAh (vs 247 mAh).
  • Larger 1.43-inch screen (vs 1.2-inch).
  • Works with Android phones and iPhones.
  • Higher screen resolution: 466 × 466 (vs 396 × 396).

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PrioritySamsung Galaxy Watch FEHuawei Watch GT 5
Battery lifeUp to 40 hours per charge524 mAh battery
Storage16 GB storage4 GB storage
Display1.2-inch OLED display1.43-inch OLED display, 326 ppi
Memory1.5 GB RAM32MB
SoftwareWear OS 4HarmonyOS 5.0
Battery capacity247 mAh battery524 mAh battery

Detailed comparison

Explore the full specifications, section by section.

Display

Display specifications comparison
SpecificationSamsung Galaxy Watch FEHuawei Watch GT 5
Display1.2-inch Super AMOLED46 mm: 1.43-inch AMOLED; 41 mm: 1.32-inch AMOLED
Screen resolution396 × 396 pixels466 × 466 pixels; approximately 326 ppi (46 mm) or 352 ppi (41 mm)
Display protectionSapphire crystal—
Display featuresFull-colour Always-On DisplayAlways-on display supported

Connectivity

Connectivity specifications comparison
SpecificationSamsung Galaxy Watch FEHuawei Watch GT 5
Network / cellularGSM / HSPA / LTENo cellular connectivity
SIM / eSIMeSIMNo
Wi-FiWi-Fi 2.4 GHz + 5 GHzNo
BluetoothBluetooth 5.3Bluetooth 5.2 BR + BLE, 2.4 GHz
NFCSupportedYes
Positioning / GNSSGPS; GLONASS; BeiDou; GalileoL1: GPS, GLONASS, Galileo, BeiDou, QZSS; L5: GPS, Galileo, BeiDou, QZSS

Identity & design

Identity & design specifications comparison
SpecificationSamsung Galaxy Watch FEHuawei Watch GT 5
BrandSamsungHuawei
ModelSamsung Galaxy Watch FEHuawei Watch GT 5
Announced2024, June 132024, September 19
Dimensions39.3 × 40.4 × 9.8 mm46 mm: 45.8 × 45.8 × 10.7 mm; 41 mm: 41.3 × 41.3 × 9.5 mm
Weight26.6 g without band46 mm: approximately 48 g; 41 mm: approximately 35 g (strap excluded)
Build materialsAluminum caseStainless-steel front case with high-performance fiber-reinforced composite rear case
Controls / buttonsTouchscreen and physical buttonsRotating crown, side button, and touchscreen
Wrist size—46 mm: 140–210 mm; 41 mm: 120–190 mm (gold configuration: 130–190 mm)
Strap / band—Configuration-dependent fluoroelastomer, woven, leather, or metal strap

Performance & software

Performance & software specifications comparison
SpecificationSamsung Galaxy Watch FEHuawei Watch GT 5
ProcessorExynos W920—
CPUDual-core 1.18 GHz—
GPUMali-G68—
RAM1.5 GB32MB
Storage16 GB4GB
Operating systemWear OS 4; One UI 5 WatchHarmonyOS 5.0

Audio & communication

Audio & communication specifications comparison
SpecificationSamsung Galaxy Watch FEHuawei Watch GT 5
SpeakerSupportedSupported
MicrophoneSupportedSupported
CallingBluetooth calling with a connected smartphone; standalone calling on LTE editionsBluetooth calling when paired with a compatible phone

Sensors, health & fitness

Sensors, health & fitness specifications comparison
SpecificationSamsung Galaxy Watch FEHuawei Watch GT 5
SensorsSamsung BioActive: optical heart-rate, electrical heart signal, bioelectrical impedance analysis; accelerometer; barometer; gyroscope; geomagnetic; light sensorAccelerometer; gyroscope; magnetometer; optical heart-rate sensor; barometer; temperature sensor; ambient-light sensor
Health & wellness featuresHeart-rate monitoring, ECG, body composition and wellness features; availability varies by market and paired phoneHeart rate, blood oxygen, stress, skin temperature, breathing exercises, and cycle tracking; availability varies by region
Sleep trackingSleep tracking and sleep coachingHUAWEI TruSleep sleep tracking
Sports / workout modesMultiple workout modes with automatic workout detectionMultiple indoor and outdoor workout modes
Training & outdoor featuresGPS workout trackingRunning, cycling, golf, route and outdoor navigation features; availability varies by mode and region
Safety & emergency featuresFall detection and SOS features when configuredFall detection and emergency features where supported; phone and regional availability apply

Battery & durability

Battery & durability specifications comparison
SpecificationSamsung Galaxy Watch FEHuawei Watch GT 5
Battery capacity247 mAh46 mm: Li-Ion 524 mAh
Battery lifeUp to 40 hours with Always-On Display off46 mm: up to 14 days maximum, 9 days typical, or 5 days with always-on display; 41 mm: up to 7 days maximum, 5 days typical, or 3 days with always-on display
ChargingFast wireless charging, WPC-basedWireless charging
Water resistance5 ATM; IP685 ATM; IP69K
Durability / certificationsMIL-STD-810HIP69K-rated dust and water resistance

Compatibility

Compatibility specifications comparison
SpecificationSamsung Galaxy Watch FEHuawei Watch GT 5
Phone compatibilityAndroid 11.0 or later; more than 1.5 GB RAMAndroid 9.0 or later; iOS 13.0 or later
Companion appGalaxy Wearable; Samsung HealthHUAWEI Health
ColorsBlack; Pink Gold; SilverConfiguration and market dependent

Additional specifications

Additional specifications specifications comparison
SpecificationSamsung Galaxy Watch FEHuawei Watch GT 5
Case materialAluminumStainless-steel front; high-performance fibre-reinforced composite back
Release statusAvailable. Released 2024, June 24Available. Released 2024, September 19
Model numbersSM-R861, SM-R866VLI-B19
Card slotNoNo
CameraNoNo
3.5 mm headphone jackNoNo
USBNoNo
RadioNoNo
2G bandsGSM 850 / 900 / 1800 / 1900—
3G bandsHSDPA 850 / 900 / 2100—
4G bandsLTE—
Network speedHSPA, LTE—
SAR (EU)0.52 W/kg (head) 0.17 W/kg (body)—
Packing list—Watch; charging cradle with cable

Similarities

  • Both have NFC.
  • Both are water resistant to 50 m.
  • Both take calls over Bluetooth.
  • Both have OLED displays.
  • Both connect over Bluetooth.

In summary

Get the Huawei Watch GT 5 if you want a much bigger battery and a choice of Android phone or iPhone, or the Samsung Galaxy Watch FE if you would rather have ECG heart-rhythm readings and a lighter watch for all-day wear.

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