Amazfit GTR 4 vs Apple Watch Series 10
Side-by-side specifications, scores and verdict.
Quick Verdict
Amazfit GTR 4 excels in battery longevity with up to 14 days of normal use versus Apple Watch Series 10's 18 hours, making it ideal for users prioritizing extended wear time. Apple's offering delivers superior health monitoring with ECG and skin temperature sensors absent on the GTR 4, plus a larger 1.96-inch LTPO3 OLED display reaching 2000 nits brightness versus the Amazfit's 1.43-inch AMOLED screen. Zepp OS provides solid smartwatch functionality, though watchOS 11 integrates seamlessly with Apple's ecosystem and offers richer app support. Water resistance favors Apple at 50m with dust resistance, compared to GTR 4's 5 ATM rating. At $199 versus $399, the Amazfit GTR 4 represents exceptional value for fitness tracking and notifications without ecosystem lock-in. Choose GTR 4 if battery life matters most; select Series 10 for comprehensive health features and seamless iPhone integration.
Full Specifications
| Specification | Amazfit GTR 4 | Apple Watch Series 10 |
|---|---|---|
| Software | Zepp OS | watchOS 11 |
| Body | ||
| Weight | 34 g | 30 g (42mm aluminum) |
| Case material | Aluminum alloy | Aluminum (Titanium option available) |
| Water resistance | 5 ATM | WR50 (50m) + IP6X dust resistant |
| Health & Sensors | ||
| ECG | ||
| SpO₂ | ||
| Skin temperature | ||
| Heart rate | ||
| Sleep tracking | ||
| Battery | ||
| Battery life | Up to 14 days normal, 26 days basic watch mode | Up to 18 hours normal use, up to 36 hours in Low Power Mode |
| Display | ||
| Size | 1.43 inch | 42mm (1.96") |
| Type | AMOLED | LTPO3 OLED Always-On Retina with wide-angle OLED, up to 2000 nits |
| Always-on display | ||
| Resolution | 466 x 466 | 374 x 446 |
| Processor | ||
| RAM | 1 GB | 1 GB |
| Chipset | Huangshan No.2 | Apple S10 SiP |
| Connectivity | ||
| GPS | ||
| NFC | ||
| Wi-Fi | ||
| Cellular | ||
| Bluetooth | 5.0 | 5.3 |
Category Scores
Pros & Cons
Amazfit GTR 4
Pros
- Excellent 14-day battery life with always-on AMOLED display
- 150+ built-in sports modes for broad activity tracking
- Dual-band GPS with four satellite systems for accurate positioning
- Attractive round design with physical crown and quick-release bands
- Affordable at $199 with Wi-Fi and NFC for payments
Cons
- No ECG sensor or skin temperature tracking
- Zepp OS has a limited third-party app ecosystem
- Bluetooth phone calls require the Zepp app active on the phone
- Health tracking accuracy lags behind Apple, Samsung, and Garmin
Apple Watch Series 10
Pros
- Thinnest and lightest Apple Watch ever at just 9.7mm thick
- New wide-angle OLED display is significantly brighter at off-angles
- Larger 42mm and 46mm case sizes with bigger displays in slimmer body
- Sleep apnea detection and improved health tracking via watchOS 11
- Faster charging — up to 80% in about 30 minutes
Cons
- Battery life is still just 18 hours, behind most competitors
- Blood oxygen sensing disabled on US units due to patent dispute
- No major performance jump over Series 9's S9 chip
- Cellular model costs an extra $100
- Requires an iPhone, no Android compatibility
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