Amazfit GTS 4 vs Garmin Venu 2
The Verdict
Both smartwatches deliver premium AMOLED displays and solid health tracking, but serve different priorities. Amazfit GTS 4 excels with its lightweight 27g aluminum design, exceptional 8-day battery life, and aggressive $199 price point, making it ideal for everyday wear and budget-conscious buyers. Garmin Venu 2 justifies its $399 cost through superior battery longevity (11 days), NFC contactless payments, Bluetooth 5.1, and Garmin's renowned fitness ecosystem with advanced training metrics and data sync. GTS 4's display matches Venu 2's AMOLED quality at lower resolution, while Venu 2's 45mm case feels larger and heavier at 49g. For casual fitness tracking and value, GTS 4 wins decisively. For serious athletes wanting comprehensive sports data, NFC payments, and extended battery life, Garmin Venu 2 justifies the premium investment.
Who Should Buy
Buy the Amazfit GTS 4 if…
- →Large 1.75" AMOLED display is bright and vivid for the price
- →Dual-band GPS provides accurate outdoor tracking rivaling Garmin
- →Ultra-lightweight at 27 g — one of the lightest smartwatches available
Buy the Garmin Venu 2 if…
- →Stunning AMOLED display with always-on option
- →11-day battery life outperforms most AMOLED smartwatches
- →Comprehensive fitness tracking with 25+ sport profiles
Category Scores
Pros & Cons
Amazfit GTS 4
Pros
- Large 1.75" AMOLED display is bright and vivid for the price
- Dual-band GPS provides accurate outdoor tracking rivaling Garmin
- Ultra-lightweight at 27 g — one of the lightest smartwatches available
- 8-day battery comfortably outlasts Apple Watch and Galaxy Watch
- 150+ sport modes cover virtually every activity
Cons
- Zepp OS has a very limited third-party app ecosystem
- No NFC for contactless payments in most markets
- Notification interaction is basic — can't reply to messages
- Build quality feels less premium than Apple or Samsung at this price
Garmin Venu 2
Pros
- Stunning AMOLED display with always-on option
- 11-day battery life outperforms most AMOLED smartwatches
- Comprehensive fitness tracking with 25+ sport profiles
- Health Snapshot for quick 2-minute wellness checks
- Garmin Pay for contactless payments via NFC
Cons
- No ECG or blood pressure monitoring
- No cellular option — requires phone for notifications
- Limited smart features compared to Apple Watch or Wear OS
- Third-party app ecosystem is limited
- $399 is expensive for a non-cellular watch
Full Specifications
| Spec | Amazfit GTS 4 | Garmin Venu 2 |
|---|---|---|
| Software | Zepp OS 2.0 | Garmin proprietary OS |
| Body | ||
| Weight | 27 g (without strap) | 49 g |
| Case material | Aluminum alloy | Stainless steel bezel, fiber-reinforced polymer case |
| Water resistance | 5ATM | 5ATM |
| Health & Sensors | ||
| ECG | ||
| SpO₂ | ||
| Skin temperature | ||
| Heart rate | ||
| Sleep tracking | ||
| Battery | ||
| Battery life | Up to 8 days (typical usage) | Up to 11 days (smartwatch), 8 hrs GPS with music |
| Display | ||
| Size | 42mm (1.75 inches) | 45mm |
| Type | AMOLED | AMOLED Always-On |
| Always-on display | ||
| Resolution | 390 x 450 | 416 x 416 |
| Processor | ||
| Chipset | Huami custom processor | Garmin custom SoC |
| Connectivity | ||
| GPS | ||
| NFC | ||
| Wi-Fi | ||
| Cellular | ||
| Bluetooth | 5.0 | 5.1 |
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This comparison is based on verified manufacturer specifications covering display, performance, camera, battery, and build quality. Scores are generated by analyzing specs across weighted categories on a 10-point scale. Learn more about our methodology.
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