These days, smartwatches tend to be worn by the more health-conscious consumer. Traditional watches usually appeal to those who are more into style and fashion. But why not get a timepiece that has the allure of both?
HUAWEI continues to up its game in the wearable space with a portfolio of smartwatches that look good and can help you watch out for your physical (and now emotional) wellbeing. The HUAWEI Watch GT 5 Pro is the epitome of a fashion-forward and health-forward smartwatch.
Design and build
The HUAWEI Watch GT 5 Pro evokes an elegant feel with the classic watch design elements it is inspired by. This makes the smartwatch a solid option for a variety of occasions.
From its iconic crown to the all-too familiar red and blue ring around the display which seems heavily inspired by the 24 hours bezel of the Rolex GMT-Master II Pepsi, you can’t help but admire the aesthetics of this smartwatch.
The matte texture of both the bezel and the strap further enhances the elegance this watch gives off.
In terms of its build, the HUAWEI Watch GT 5 Pro has a case diameter of 46mm. The display is made of sapphire glass while the bezel and the case are made from TC4 titanium alloy. This enhances the smartwatch’s scratch, water and corrosion resistance.
It’s truly difficult to knock anything off of the device’s design and build. Durability is rarely ever accompanied by elegant aesthetics. However, this smartwatch might just be an exception to that norm.
Display
The smartwatch is equipped with a 1.43-inch AMOLED display and has a resolution of 466 x 466. The display itself was quite clear and vibrant. Navigating through the watch was smooth with the display being as responsive as it can be.
There are a host of default watch faces that you can choose from. You can opt for a more classic watch face to match the design or you can go with the health and fitness related options. My watch face of choice is a digital and slightly more retro look.
You can browse through the various choices in the watch face store as well if none of the default options catch your eye.
Watch your health
Last August, the HUAWEI TruSense System was unveiled to the public. TruSense is able to measure more than 60 health and fitness indicators that cover six of the body’s major systems.
What does this mean for you? Essentially, the brand’s wearables, including the HUAWEI Watch GT 5 Pro, will be capable of faster, more accurate and more comprehensive measurements for your health and fitness data.
In relation to the heart, the watch is able to track your heart rate. It makes use of an ECG sensor as well. The watch can also make use of pulse wave arrhythmia analysis to screen for abnormal heartbeat rhythms.
The smart watch is capable of monitoring your blood oxygen saturation and arterial stiffness as well.
One of the more personally relevant metrics that the smartwatch can capture is the quality of my sleep. It helps me monitor my sleeping patterns and also set goals for the length of sleep I require. I am constantly sleep deprived which is why having the smartwatch encourages me to pursue better quality sleep.
All of the previously mentioned health metrics and data are measurable by the previous generation of HUAWEI wearables. But TruSense allows for more peace of mind that the measurements being monitored are more accurate and reliable.
With TruSense, the smartwatch is now also able to monitor your stress levels and your emotional wellbeing. Admittedly, I was skeptical at first. But the more I used the watch, the more I found the emotional wellbeing tracking to be impressively (and quite scarily) accurate.
Being able to recognize your current mood should not be overlooked, especially if you’re feeling unpleasant. If anything, being able to track this on your smartwatch can provide you that self-awareness to take a step back and take a breather – giving yourself time to recollect then re-engage.
Overall, I was more than happy with how comprehensive the health monitoring was on the HUAWEI Watch GT 5 Pro. It can definitely improve your self-awareness when it comes to your health, thus encouraging you to lead a healthier lifestyle. All this data captured on your watch can also be viewed and further analyzed on the HUAWEI Health App.
Your fitness buddy
Over 100 different work out modes are available for various sports. You can keep track of your fitness and performance, which makes this smartwatch suitable for a wide variety of athletes.
It’s important to note that the watch can go as deep as 40m while in the water. Free divers can use the smartwatch to keep track of direction, depth, temperature and time spent underwater.
Running and cycling enthusiasts can make use of the abundant data that the smartwatch captures while also aiding in their navigation while outdoors. These two activities are becoming more popular these days, and this watch might be a suitable companion for these enthusiasts.
The HUAWEI Watch GT 5 Pro might also appeal to more casual golfers like myself. One of the workout modes available is the Driving Range mode. This allows you to track your swing speed and tempo. It also provides the user with basic demonstrations on how to grip the golf club.
One feature I’m excited for is the Golf Course mode. You will be able to download up to 15,000 different course maps, and the watch can help you navigate your way through the course with customized distance measurements.
Relevant data on the putting greens will also be accessible along with the wind direction. You will also have your own scorecard on your wrist, so you can keep track of your scores per hole and for your entire round.
All your favorite golf courses can already be downloaded – from your exclusive and private golf clubs to your favorite public courses. You just need to boot up your HUAWEI Health App and search for the golf course you want to download. It will then instantaneously be synced to the watch.
Unfortunately, I wasn’t able to test these features on the HUAWEI Watch GT 5 Pro due to time constraints. I was, however, able to test some of these identical features on the HUAWEI Watch Ultimate last August while playing a round of golf at Mission Hills Golf Club in Dongguan China. This wearable might be more suited for the more serious golfer as it provides the previously mentioned features along with some more advanced ones.
Either way, I can’t complain about the golf features the HUAWEI Watch GT 5 Pro will offer. The smartwatch can help with your course management and potentially shoot lower scores.
Smart features
As you would come to expect from a smartwatch, various modes of communication can be done with the HUAWEI Watch GT 5 Pro. You can take calls, and you can now even reply to messages.
A cool little feature is that you can take screenshots of your watch display. This will then be automatically saved to the gallery of the device it is paired with. That way, you can share your various health and fitness data or maybe your favorite watch faces on social media.
The HUAWEI Watch GT 5 Pro is compatible with both iOS and Android devices. Make sure to download the HUAWEI Health App so you can keep track and analyze the data your smartwatch captures.
Battery and charging
The battery life of this smartwatch is quite impressive as well. It will be able to last you up to 14 days. That’s considering of course regular usage, with the brightness not at the maximum and a less power-consuming watch face. But all-in-all the battery life was truly impressive.
Charging time for me took around 70-80 minutes to achieve a full charge from a fully drained battery. That’s more than worth it, especially considering the next time you will need to charge the device.
Verdict
The HUAWEI Watch GT 5 Pro is another excellent addition to the brand’s portfolio of wearables. It offers everything you look for in a smartwatch and more – a truly impressive and smart timepiece.
It’s elegant wrist candy with health and fitness management features that HUAWEI has doubled down on with the introduction of TruSense, further cementing the brand’s place as a standout player in the wearable space. For [insert price here], the HUAWEI Watch GT 5 Pro is a premium smartwatch to look out for.
Get an exclusive preview by clicking the link here. You can also avail of the Early Bird Voucher on the HUAWEI Store. Early Bird Vouchers are also available on Lazada, Shopee and TikTok Shop. Pre-order starts on September 26.
Photos by Mica de los Reyes
