Apple Watch Series 11 vs Huawei Watch GT 4 (46mm)
The Verdict
The Apple Watch Series 11 and Huawei Watch GT 4 (46mm) sit in the same category and end up appealing to slightly different buyers. The Huawei Watch GT 4 (46mm) is the cheaper of the two at $249 versus $399, a difference of about $150. 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 4 (46mm) is praised for stunning premium design with stainless steel and octagonal case. 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 4 (46mm) if…
- →Stunning premium design with stainless steel and octagonal case
- →14-day battery with AMOLED always-on display is impressive
- →Dual-band GPS provides accurate location 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 4 (46mm)
Pros
- Stunning premium design with stainless steel and octagonal case
- 14-day battery with AMOLED always-on display is impressive
- Dual-band GPS provides accurate location tracking
- Bright 466x466 AMOLED display is crisp and vibrant
- TruSeen 5.5+ heart rate sensor is accurate for exercise tracking
Cons
- No Google apps or third-party app store — HarmonyOS is limited
- No NFC for payments in most Western markets
- No ECG sensor despite the premium positioning
- Cannot respond to notifications — display and dismiss only
Full Specifications
| Spec | Apple Watch Series 11 | Huawei Watch GT 4 (46mm) |
|---|---|---|
| Software | watchOS 26 | HarmonyOS 4 |
| Body | ||
| Weight | 34.6 g (42mm) / 43.1 g (46mm) | 48 g (without strap) |
| Case material | Aluminum or Titanium (Grade 5) | Stainless steel |
| Water resistance | IP6X, 50m WR | 5ATM |
| Health & Sensors | ||
| ECG | ||
| SpO₂ | ||
| Skin temperature | ||
| Heart rate | ||
| Sleep tracking | ||
| Battery | ||
| Battery life | 24 hours | Up to 14 days |
| Display | ||
| Size | 42mm / 46mm | 46mm (1.43 inches) |
| Type | Retina LTPO3 OLED | AMOLED |
| Always-on display | ||
| Resolution | 496 x 416 (46mm) | 466 x 466 |
| Processor | ||
| Chipset | Apple S10 | Hi6262 |
| 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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