Amazfit GTS 4 vs Samsung Galaxy Watch FE
The Verdict
Both smartwatches arrive at the same $199 price point but take different approaches to value. The Amazfit GTS 4 emphasizes stamina with its 8-day battery life and lightweight 27g design, making it ideal for users prioritizing longevity between charges. Its Zepp OS 2.0 is snappy and intuitive, though less app-rich than alternatives. The Samsung Galaxy Watch FE delivers superior health monitoring with ECG capability, matching the Amazfit's SpO2 and heart rate tracking while adding NFC for contactless payments. Its Wear OS 4 integration means access to Google's extensive app ecosystem and better smartphone connectivity across brands. The Galaxy Watch FE's 30-hour battery is respectable but requires more frequent charging than the Amazfit. Display quality favors Samsung slightly with its Super AMOLED panel versus Amazfit's standard AMOLED. If ecosystem lock-in matters (Samsung phones, Google services), the Galaxy Watch FE is the better choice. For users seeking maximum battery life and a lightweight daily driver without NFC needs, the Amazfit GTS 4 wins. Both feature robust 5ATM water resistance and GPS, making either suitable for fitness tracking.
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 FE if…
- →Full Galaxy Watch experience at the most affordable Samsung price
- →ECG, SpO2, and heart rate monitoring included
- →Always-on Super AMOLED display
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 FE
Pros
- Full Galaxy Watch experience at the most affordable Samsung price
- ECG, SpO2, and heart rate monitoring included
- Always-on Super AMOLED display
- Wear OS 4 with Google apps and Samsung health features
- NFC for Samsung Pay and Google Wallet
Cons
- Older Exynos W920 chip is slower than Galaxy Watch 7
- No skin temperature sensor
- Only Bluetooth — no cellular LTE option
- 40mm only — no larger size option
Full Specifications
| Spec | Amazfit GTS 4 | Samsung Galaxy Watch FE |
|---|---|---|
| Software | Zepp OS 2.0 | Wear OS 4 (One UI Watch 5) |
| Body | ||
| Weight | 27 g (without strap) | 26.6 g |
| Case material | Aluminum alloy | Aluminum |
| Water resistance | 5ATM | 5ATM + IP68 |
| Health & Sensors | ||
| ECG | ||
| SpO₂ | ||
| Skin temperature | ||
| Heart rate | ||
| Sleep tracking | ||
| Battery | ||
| Battery life | Up to 8 days (typical usage) | Up to 30 hrs (typical usage) |
| Display | ||
| Size | 42mm (1.75 inches) | 40 mm |
| Type | AMOLED | Super AMOLED |
| Always-on display | ||
| Resolution | 390 x 450 | 396 x 396 |
| Processor | ||
| Chipset | Huami custom processor | Exynos W920 |
| RAM | — | 1.5 GB |
| Connectivity | ||
| GPS | ||
| NFC | ||
| Wi-Fi | ||
| Cellular | ||
| Bluetooth | 5.0 | 5.0 |
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