Garmin Fenix 8 Pro vs Huawei Watch GT 4 (46mm)
The Verdict
The Garmin Fenix 8 Pro 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 $1,200, a difference of about $951. The Garmin Fenix 8 Pro is the newer release, which usually means a faster chipset and longer software support. Garmin Fenix 8 Pro stands out for inreach satellite + cellular connectivity, 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 Garmin Fenix 8 Pro if…
- →inReach satellite + cellular connectivity
- →Up to 27 days battery (AMOLED)
- →MicroLED display option ($1999)
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
Garmin Fenix 8 Pro
Pros
- inReach satellite + cellular connectivity
- Up to 27 days battery (AMOLED)
- MicroLED display option ($1999)
- LTE voice calls and two-way messaging
- Built for extreme outdoor adventures
Cons
- $1199 starting price ($1999 MicroLED)
- No ECG sensor
- Garmin OS lacks app ecosystem of watchOS/Wear OS
- 73g is heavy on the wrist
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 | Garmin Fenix 8 Pro | Huawei Watch GT 4 (46mm) |
|---|---|---|
| Software | Garmin OS | HarmonyOS 4 |
| Body | ||
| Weight | 73 g (47mm AMOLED) | 48 g (without strap) |
| Case material | Titanium bezel, fiber-reinforced polymer | Stainless steel |
| Water resistance | 10 ATM | 5ATM |
| Health & Sensors | ||
| ECG | ||
| SpO₂ | ||
| Skin temperature | ||
| Heart rate | ||
| Sleep tracking | ||
| Battery | ||
| Battery life | Up to 27 days (AMOLED smartwatch mode) | Up to 14 days |
| Display | ||
| Size | 47mm / 51mm | 46mm (1.43 inches) |
| Type | AMOLED or MicroLED | AMOLED |
| Always-on display | ||
| Resolution | — | 466 x 466 |
| Processor | ||
| Chipset | Garmin proprietary | Hi6262 |
| Connectivity | ||
| GPS | ||
| NFC | ||
| Wi-Fi | ||
| Cellular | ||
| Bluetooth | 5.2 | 5.2 |
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