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Xiaomi Watch S1 vs Huawei Watch GT 6

Compare battery life, health tracking, display and fit.

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Xiaomi Watch S1

Xiaomi Watch S1

  • 53 g.
  • Screen: 466 × 466 pixels.
  • Runs Proprietary OS.
  • Wi-Fi 4 support.
  • 470 mAh battery capacity.
KSh 28,290In Stock
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Huawei Watch GT 6

Huawei Watch GT 6

  • Screen: 466 × 466 pixels; 46 mm: 317 ppi; 41 mm: 352 ppi.
  • Runs HarmonyOS 6.0.
  • 867 mAh battery capacity.
  • Bluetooth 6.0.
  • IP69 water and dust resistance.
KSh 28,000In Stock
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Our quick verdict

The Huawei Watch GT 6 is the better buy: it has a much bigger battery (867 mAh).

Display

Xiaomi Watch S1
466 × 466 pixels
Huawei Watch GT 6
466 × 466 pixels; 46 mm: 317 ppi; 41 mm: 352 ppi

Software

Xiaomi Watch S1
Runs Proprietary OS
Huawei Watch GT 6
Runs HarmonyOS 6.0

Capacity

Xiaomi Watch S1
470 mAh battery capacity
Huawei Watch GT 6
867 mAh battery capacity

Portability

Xiaomi Watch S1
53 g
Huawei Watch GT 6
About 51.3 g

Connections

Xiaomi Watch S1
Wi-Fi 4, Bluetooth 5.2
Huawei Watch GT 6
Bluetooth 6.0

Key differences

The main differences to help you choose.

Xiaomi Watch S1

  • 1.43-inch OLED display, 60 Hz.
  • 470 mAh battery.
  • 5 ATM.
  • Proprietary OS.

Huawei Watch GT 6

  • Bigger battery: 867 mAh (vs 470 mAh).
  • Newer Bluetooth 6.0 (vs 5.2).
  • Newer model: released in 2025 (vs 2021).

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How each product answers the selected priorities
PriorityXiaomi Watch S1Huawei Watch GT 6
Battery life470 mAh battery867 mAh battery
Portability53 gAbout 51.3 g
Display1.43-inch OLED display, 60 Hz1.47-inch OLED display, 317 ppi
SoftwareProprietary OSHarmonyOS 6.0
ConnectionsWi-Fi 4, Bluetooth 5.2Bluetooth 6.0
Water resistance5 ATMIP69 water and dust resistance

Detailed comparison

Explore the full specifications, section by section.

Display

Display specifications comparison
SpecificationXiaomi Watch S1Huawei Watch GT 6
Display1.43-inch AMOLED46 mm: 1.47-inch AMOLED; 41 mm: 1.32-inch AMOLED
Screen resolution466 × 466 pixels466 × 466 pixels; 46 mm: 317 ppi; 41 mm: 352 ppi
Display protectionSapphire glass—
Display featuresAlways-on display; 60 HzAlways-On Display supported

Connectivity

Connectivity specifications comparison
SpecificationXiaomi Watch S1Huawei Watch GT 6
Network / cellularNo cellular connectivityNo cellular connectivity
SIM / eSIMNoNo
Wi-FiIEEE 802.11b/g/n, 2.4 GHzNo
BluetoothBluetooth 5.22.4 GHz, supports BT6.0 and BR + BLE
NFCSupported; Mastercard payments (regional availability)Supported
Positioning / GNSSDual-band GPS; BeiDou; GLONASS; Galileo; QZSSGPS (L1 + L5 Dual-band)/GLONASS/BeiDou(B1I + B1C + B2a Tri-band)/GALILEO(E1 + E5a Dual-band)/QZSS (L1 + L5 Dual-band)/NavIC

Identity & design

Identity & design specifications comparison
SpecificationXiaomi Watch S1Huawei Watch GT 6
BrandXiaomiHuawei
ModelXiaomi Watch S1Huawei Watch GT 6
Announced2021, December 282025, September 19
Dimensions46.5 × 46.5 × 11 mm, excluding strap and protrusions46 mm: 46 × 46 × 10.95 mm; 41 mm: 41.3 × 41.3 × 9.99 mm
Weight53 g (1.87 oz)46 mm: approximately 51.3 g (strap excluded); 41 mm: approximately 37.5 g (strap excluded)
Build materialsStainless-steel case; sapphire glassStainless-steel case
Wrist size165.1–225.1 mm (leather); 149.8–233.8 mm (fluororubber)46 mm: 140–210 mm; 41 mm: 120–180 mm; selected configurations support up to 190 mm
Strap / bandCalfskin leather and fluororubber46 mm: fluoroelastomer, composite woven or composite leather options; 41 mm: fluoroelastomer, composite leather or Milanese options
Controls / buttonsDedicated sport buttonHome Button (Rotating Crown) and Side Button

Performance & software

Performance & software specifications comparison
SpecificationXiaomi Watch S1Huawei Watch GT 6
Operating systemProprietary OSHarmonyOS 6.0

Audio & communication

Audio & communication specifications comparison
SpecificationXiaomi Watch S1Huawei Watch GT 6
SpeakerSupportedSupported
MicrophoneSupportedSupported
CallingBluetooth calling with a connected smartphoneBluetooth calling through a paired phone

Sensors, health & fitness

Sensors, health & fitness specifications comparison
SpecificationXiaomi Watch S1Huawei Watch GT 6
SensorsHeart-rate and blood-oxygen sensor; accelerometer; gyroscope; geomagnetic sensor; atmospheric-pressure sensor; ambient-light sensorAccelerometer sensor; Gyroscope sensor; Magnetometer sensor; Optical heart rate sensor; Barometer sensor; Temperature sensor; Ambient light sensor
Health & wellness featuresHeart-rate, blood-oxygen, stress and breathing features; personal reference onlyHeart rate, blood oxygen, stress, skin temperature and cycle-tracking features; availability varies by market
Sleep trackingSupported; short-nap data limitations applyHUAWEI TruSleep sleep tracking and breathing-awareness features
Sports / workout modes117 workout modes, including 19 professional modesMultiple indoor and outdoor workout modes
Training & outdoor featuresAutomatic detection of supported walking, outdoor running and treadmill activitiesRoute tracking, navigation, cycling power and running metrics
Safety & emergency features—Fall detection and emergency features where supported and configured

Battery & durability

Battery & durability specifications comparison
SpecificationXiaomi Watch S1Huawei Watch GT 6
Battery capacity470 mAh lithium-ion polymer46 mm: Li-Ion 867 mAh
Battery lifeUp to 12 days typical use; 24 days power-saving mode46 mm: up to 21 days maximum use; up to 12 days typical use; up to 7 days with Always-On Display; 41 mm: up to 14 days maximum use; up to 7 days typical use; up to 5 days with Always-On Display
ChargingWireless charging dockWireless charging
Water resistance5 ATM5 ATM; IP69
Durability / certifications—IP69

Compatibility

Compatibility specifications comparison
SpecificationXiaomi Watch S1Huawei Watch GT 6
Phone compatibilityAndroid 6.0 or later; iOS 10.0 or laterAndroid 9.0 or later; iOS 13.0 or later
Companion appMi FitnessHUAWEI Health
ColorsBlack, SilverConfiguration-dependent

Additional specifications

Additional specifications specifications comparison
SpecificationXiaomi Watch S1Huawei Watch GT 6
Case material316L stainless steelStainless steel
Pixels per inch326 ppi—
Packing listWatch; wireless charging dock; USB cable; user manual; additional fluororubber strapWatch × 1; Charging Cradle (including the charging cable) × 1; Quick Start Guide & Safety Information & Warranty Card × 1
Display1.43-inch AMOLED; 466 × 466—
Case and glassStainless steel case; sapphire glass—
PositioningDual-band GNSS: GPS, BeiDou, GLONASS, Galileo and QZSS—
Workout modes117 modes, including 19 professional modes; software dependent—
Battery470mAh lithium-ion polymer—
Battery lifeUp to 12 days typical use or 24 days power saving in manufacturer testing—
Bluetooth and Wi-FiBluetooth 5.2; 2.4GHz Wi-Fi—
Dimensions46.5 × 46.5 × 11mm, excluding strap and local protrusions—
Water resistance5 ATM; restrictions apply—
Package contentsWatch, wireless charging dock, USB cable, manual and additional fluororubber strap—
Release statusAvailable. Released 2021, December 31Available. Released 2025, September 19
Model numbersM2108W1—
Card slotNoNo
CameraNoNo
3.5 mm headphone jackNoNo
USBNoNo
RadioNoNo
2G bandsNot applicable—
3G bands——
4G bands——
Network speedNo—
Charging input—5V-10V DC/2A MAX
Operating temperature—-20℃–+45℃

Similarities

  • Both have NFC.
  • Both have a stainless steel case.
  • Both are water resistant to 50 m.
  • Both are rated for up to 12 days of typical use on a charge.
  • Both take calls over Bluetooth.
  • Both have OLED displays.

In summary

The Huawei Watch GT 6 is the better buy for almost everyone, with a much bigger battery.

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