Apple Watch Series 11 vs Huawei Watch GT 3 Pro
The Verdict
The Apple Watch Series 11 and Huawei Watch GT 3 Pro sit in the same category and end up appealing to slightly different buyers. Both launched at roughly the same price ($399 vs $369), so cost is unlikely to be the deciding factor. The Apple Watch Series 11 is the newer release, which usually means a faster chipset and longer software support. Apple Watch Series 11 stands out for hypertension detection for chronic high blood pressure, while Huawei Watch GT 3 Pro is praised for premium titanium and sapphire crystal construction is luxurious. Use the side-by-side spec table below to compare cameras, displays, battery life and connectivity in detail and decide which one fits your priorities.
Who Should Buy
Buy the Apple Watch Series 11 if…
- →Hypertension detection for chronic high blood pressure
- →Sleep score for sleep quality insights
- →24-hour battery life (up from 18h on Series 10)
Buy the Huawei Watch GT 3 Pro if…
- →Premium titanium and sapphire crystal construction is luxurious
- →14-day battery life is outstanding for an AMOLED smartwatch
- →ECG and skin temperature monitoring for comprehensive health tracking
Pros & Cons
Apple Watch Series 11
Pros
- Hypertension detection for chronic high blood pressure
- Sleep score for sleep quality insights
- 24-hour battery life (up from 18h on Series 10)
- 5G connectivity on cellular models
- 2x more scratch-resistant Ion-X glass
Cons
- Same S10 chip as Series 10
- Starting price increased to $399
- Still limited to one-day battery life
Huawei Watch GT 3 Pro
Pros
- Premium titanium and sapphire crystal construction is luxurious
- 14-day battery life is outstanding for an AMOLED smartwatch
- ECG and skin temperature monitoring for comprehensive health tracking
- Sapphire crystal is extremely scratch resistant
- Dual-band GPS for accurate outdoor tracking
Cons
- HarmonyOS has very limited third-party app support
- No Google Play Store or Apple App Store access
- No cellular option — requires phone for notifications
- Limited compatibility with iOS — best with Huawei phones
- NFC payments are region-restricted
Full Specifications
| Spec | Apple Watch Series 11 | Huawei Watch GT 3 Pro |
|---|---|---|
| Software | watchOS 26 | HarmonyOS 2.0 |
| Body | ||
| Weight | 34.6 g (42mm) / 43.1 g (46mm) | 54 g (without strap) |
| Case material | Aluminum or Titanium (Grade 5) | Titanium with sapphire crystal glass |
| Water resistance | IP6X, 50m WR | 5ATM (IP68) |
| Health & Sensors | ||
| ECG | ||
| SpO₂ | ||
| Skin temperature | ||
| Heart rate | ||
| Sleep tracking | ||
| Battery | ||
| Battery life | 24 hours | Up to 14 days |
| Display | ||
| Size | 42mm / 46mm | 46mm |
| Type | Retina LTPO3 OLED | AMOLED Always-On |
| Always-on display | ||
| Resolution | 496 x 416 (46mm) | 466 x 466 |
| Processor | ||
| Chipset | Apple S10 | Huawei custom SoC |
| Connectivity | ||
| GPS | ||
| NFC | ||
| Wi-Fi | ||
| Cellular | ||
| Bluetooth | 5.3 | 5.2 |
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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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