Amazfit GTS 4 vs Samsung Galaxy Watch 7
The Verdict
Samsung Galaxy Watch 7 substantially outperforms the Amazfit GTS 4 despite costing $100 more. Samsung's 2000-nit Super AMOLED display with Sapphire Crystal glass is noticeably brighter and more durable than the GTS 4's standard AMOLED screen. Health tracking favors Samsung with ECG and skin temperature monitoring absent on Amazfit, plus full SpO2 and heart rate capabilities on both. Battery life represents the key trade-off: GTS 4 delivers impressive 8-day longevity versus Galaxy Watch 7's 30 hours with always-on display enabled. Processing power heavily favors Samsung's Exynos W1000 5-core chip with 2GB RAM, enabling faster app performance and smoother animations. Connectivity differences matter for some users, as Samsung includes NFC for payments while Amazfit omits it. Build quality leans Samsung with MIL-STD-810H durability certification and Armor Aluminum construction. Both share 5ATM water resistance. Amazfit targets users prioritizing marathon battery life and simplicity, while Samsung appeals to those wanting comprehensive health insights, snappier performance, and premium materials. For most users willing to charge every 1-2 days, Galaxy Watch 7's superior capabilities justify the premium.
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 Samsung Galaxy Watch 7 if…
- →New 3nm Exynos W1000 chip is significantly faster than predecessor
- →Dual-frequency GPS (L1 + L5) is rare at this price point
- →Improved BioActive sensor with new AGEs Index for metabolic health
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
Samsung Galaxy Watch 7
Pros
- New 3nm Exynos W1000 chip is significantly faster than predecessor
- Dual-frequency GPS (L1 + L5) is rare at this price point
- Improved BioActive sensor with new AGEs Index for metabolic health
- Bright 2000-nit Super AMOLED display with sapphire crystal
- Affordable starting price of $299 for a flagship Wear OS watch
Cons
- Battery life still only ~30 hours with always-on display
- ECG, BP and some health features require a Samsung Galaxy phone
- No physical rotating bezel — only the touch bezel returns
- Design hasn't changed meaningfully from Watch 6
- Not compatible with iPhones
Full Specifications
| Spec | Amazfit GTS 4 | Samsung Galaxy Watch 7 |
|---|---|---|
| Software | Zepp OS 2.0 | Wear OS 5 with One UI Watch 6 |
| Body | ||
| Weight | 27 g (without strap) | 28.8 g (40mm) |
| Case material | Aluminum alloy | Aluminum (Armor Aluminum) |
| Water resistance | 5ATM | 5ATM + IP68 + MIL-STD-810H |
| Health & Sensors | ||
| ECG | ||
| SpO₂ | ||
| Skin temperature | ||
| Heart rate | ||
| Sleep tracking | ||
| Battery | ||
| Battery life | Up to 8 days (typical usage) | Up to 30 hours with always-on display, 40 hours without (300 mAh) |
| Display | ||
| Size | 42mm (1.75 inches) | 40mm (1.3") |
| Type | AMOLED | Super AMOLED with Sapphire Crystal glass, up to 2000 nits |
| Always-on display | ||
| Resolution | 390 x 450 | 396 x 396 |
| Processor | ||
| Chipset | Huami custom processor | Samsung Exynos W1000 (3nm, 5-core) |
| RAM | — | 2 GB |
| Connectivity | ||
| GPS | ||
| NFC | ||
| Wi-Fi | ||
| Cellular | ||
| Bluetooth | 5.0 | 5.3 |
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