The Huawei Watch 5 is the latest generation of the premium smartwatch series. It features HarmonyOS Next for the first time, but remains compatible with Android and iOS. It comes in two sizes (46 mm and 42 mm) and in various materials, including titanium and stainless steel. Prices range from €449 to €649, depending on the model, and all variants can be ordered directly from Huawei's online store. Free Huawei FreeBuds 6 are included in the introductory price with the discount code ANBCWATCH5129.
There are eight model variants in total. The smartwatch impresses with high-quality workmanship, sapphire crystal, IP68 certification and water resistance up to 5 ATM. It is operated via a touchscreen, a rotating and pressable crown, and a side button. A new X-Tap sensor enables more precise and faster health measurements, including ECG, SpO2 and heart rate variability.
The Watch 5 offers extensive health and fitness features, including comprehensive sleep monitoring, training analysis for over 100 sports, dual-band GNSS and navigation with offline maps. It connects to Android and iOS via the Huawei Health app. NFC payment is possible via a third-party app, but this is only a prepaid solution.
The OLED display impresses with its high brightness (nominally up to 3,000 cd/m²), sharpness and good readability. The battery life is up to 11 days, depending on usage and model size. A battery-saving mode significantly extends battery life but reduces some features. Overall, the Huawei Watch 5 is technically sophisticated, versatile and of high quality. Readers and potential buyers wishing to find out more are advised to take a look at our detailed review.