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Wearable comparison

Huawei Watch GT 5 vs Xiaomi Watch S4

Compare battery life, health tracking, display and fit.

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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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Xiaomi Watch S4

Xiaomi Watch S4

  • Screen: 466 × 466 pixels; 326 ppi.
  • Runs Xiaomi HyperOS 2.
  • Bluetooth 5.3 connection.
  • 486 mAh battery capacity.
  • 5 ATM.
KSh 21,940In Stock
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Our quick verdict

The Xiaomi Watch S4 is the stronger choice: it lasts longer between charges (15 days typical), is lighter to wear all day and has a sturdier aluminium build, while the Huawei Watch GT 5 is slimmer.

Software

Huawei Watch GT 5
Runs HarmonyOS 5.0
Xiaomi Watch S4
Runs Xiaomi HyperOS 2

Capacity

Huawei Watch GT 5
524 mAh battery capacity
Xiaomi Watch S4
486 mAh battery capacity

Portability

Huawei Watch GT 5
About 48 g
Xiaomi Watch S4
About 44.5 g

Display

Huawei Watch GT 5
1.43-inch OLED display, 326 ppi
Xiaomi Watch S4
1.43-inch OLED display, 60 Hz, 326 ppi

Connections

Huawei Watch GT 5
Bluetooth 5.2
Xiaomi Watch S4
Bluetooth 5.3

Key differences

The main differences to help you choose.

Huawei Watch GT 5

  • Slimmer: 10.7 mm thick (vs 12 mm).
  • Charging: Wireless charging.

Xiaomi Watch S4

  • Longer battery life: up to 15 days in typical use (vs 9).
  • Lighter: about 44.5 g (vs about 48 g).
  • Aluminium case (vs plastic case).
  • Syncs with third-party apps such as Strava and Apple Health.
  • Charging: 2-pin magnetic charging dock.

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PriorityHuawei Watch GT 5Xiaomi Watch S4
Battery life524 mAh battery486 mAh battery
PortabilityAbout 48 gAbout 44.5 g
SoftwareHarmonyOS 5.0Xiaomi HyperOS 2
Display1.43-inch OLED display, 326 ppi1.43-inch OLED display, 60 Hz, 326 ppi
ConnectionsBluetooth 5.2Bluetooth 5.3
SensorsAccelerometer, gyroscopeHeart-rate and blood-oxygen sensor, accelerometer

Detailed comparison

Explore the full specifications, section by section.

Display

Display specifications comparison
SpecificationHuawei Watch GT 5Xiaomi Watch S4
Display46 mm: 1.43-inch AMOLED; 41 mm: 1.32-inch AMOLED1.43-inch AMOLED
Screen resolution466 × 466 pixels; approximately 326 ppi (46 mm) or 352 ppi (41 mm)466 × 466 pixels; 326 ppi
Display featuresAlways-on display supported60 Hz refresh rate; up to 1,500 nits HBM
Display protection—Scratch/drop-proof glass

Connectivity

Connectivity specifications comparison
SpecificationHuawei Watch GT 5Xiaomi Watch S4
Network / cellularNo cellular connectivityPhone network shared through Bluetooth (Android)
SIM / eSIMNo—
Wi-FiNoNo
BluetoothBluetooth 5.2 BR + BLE, 2.4 GHzBluetooth 5.3
NFCYesSupported (regional availability)
Positioning / GNSSL1: GPS, GLONASS, Galileo, BeiDou, QZSS; L5: GPS, Galileo, BeiDou, QZSSGPS; Galileo; GLONASS; BeiDou; QZSS

Identity & design

Identity & design specifications comparison
SpecificationHuawei Watch GT 5Xiaomi Watch S4
BrandHuaweiXiaomi
ModelHuawei Watch GT 5Xiaomi Watch S4
Announced2024, September 192024, October 29
Dimensions46 mm: 45.8 × 45.8 × 10.7 mm; 41 mm: 41.3 × 41.3 × 9.5 mm47.3 × 47.3 × 12.0 mm, excluding strap and protrusions
Weight46 mm: approximately 48 g; 41 mm: approximately 35 g (strap excluded)Approximately 44.5 g without strap
Build materialsStainless-steel front case with high-performance fiber-reinforced composite rear caseAluminum-alloy frame
Wrist size46 mm: 140–210 mm; 41 mm: 120–190 mm (gold configuration: 130–190 mm)140–210 mm (black, silver); 135–210 mm (rainbow)
Strap / bandConfiguration-dependent fluoroelastomer, woven, leather, or metal strapFluororubber; additional nylon strap with rainbow version
Controls / buttonsRotating crown, side button, and touchscreenRotating crown and side button; touchscreen

Performance & software

Performance & software specifications comparison
SpecificationHuawei Watch GT 5Xiaomi Watch S4
RAM32MB—
Storage4GB—
Operating systemHarmonyOS 5.0Xiaomi HyperOS 2

Audio & communication

Audio & communication specifications comparison
SpecificationHuawei Watch GT 5Xiaomi Watch S4
SpeakerSupportedSupported
MicrophoneSupported2 microphones
CallingBluetooth calling when paired with a compatible phoneBluetooth calling with a connected smartphone

Sensors, health & fitness

Sensors, health & fitness specifications comparison
SpecificationHuawei Watch GT 5Xiaomi Watch S4
SensorsAccelerometer; gyroscope; magnetometer; optical heart-rate sensor; barometer; temperature sensor; ambient-light sensorHeart-rate and blood-oxygen sensor; accelerometer; gyroscope; ambient-light sensor; electronic compass; barometer; Hall sensor
Health & wellness featuresHeart rate, blood oxygen, stress, skin temperature, breathing exercises, and cycle tracking; availability varies by regionHeart rate; blood oxygen; stress monitoring
Sleep trackingHUAWEI TruSleep sleep trackingSleep tracking
Sports / workout modesMultiple indoor and outdoor workout modes150+ sports modes
Training & outdoor featuresRunning, cycling, golf, route and outdoor navigation features; availability varies by mode and regionRunning-form metrics; professional skiing mode; outdoor routes; running courses
Safety & emergency featuresFall detection and emergency features where supported; phone and regional availability applySkiing fall detection and emergency-contact calling with a connected smartphone

Battery & durability

Battery & durability specifications comparison
SpecificationHuawei Watch GT 5Xiaomi Watch S4
Battery capacity46 mm: Li-Ion 524 mAh486 mAh
Battery life46 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 displayUp to 15 days typical use
ChargingWireless charging2-pin magnetic charging dock
Water resistance5 ATM; IP69K5 ATM
Durability / certificationsIP69K-rated dust and water resistance—

Compatibility

Compatibility specifications comparison
SpecificationHuawei Watch GT 5Xiaomi Watch S4
Phone compatibilityAndroid 9.0 or later; iOS 13.0 or laterAndroid 8.0 or later; iOS 14.0 or later
Companion appHUAWEI HealthMi Fitness
ColorsConfiguration and market dependentBlack, Silver, Rainbow

Additional specifications

Additional specifications specifications comparison
SpecificationHuawei Watch GT 5Xiaomi Watch S4
Case materialStainless-steel front; high-performance fibre-reinforced composite backAluminum alloy
Packing listWatch; charging cradle with cableWatch with bezel and strap; magnetic charging dock; user manual
Release statusAvailable. Released 2024, September 19Available. Released 2024, October 29
Model numbersVLI-B19—
Card slotNoNo
CameraNoNo
3.5 mm headphone jackNoNo
USBNoNo
RadioNoNo
Watch weight without strap—Approximately 44.5g without strap
Display material—AMOLED
Pixels per inch—326 ppi
Peak brightness—1,500 nits HBM
Cover / touchscreen—Supported
Third-party fitness apps—Health Connect; Strava; Suunto synchronization

Similarities

  • Both have NFC.
  • Both are water resistant to 50 m.
  • Both take calls over Bluetooth.
  • Both have OLED displays.
  • Both have 1.43-inch screens.
  • Both connect over Bluetooth.

In summary

For most buyers the Xiaomi Watch S4 is the better buy; the Huawei Watch GT 5 makes sense if you want a slimmer build.

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