Garmin Venu 3 vs Huawei Watch GT 3 Pro
The Verdict
Both watches deliver excellent health monitoring with ECG, SpO2, skin temperature, and comprehensive sleep tracking, making them comparable for fitness enthusiasts. The Venu 3 edges ahead with its lighter 47g design, superior smartwatch battery life (14 days vs competitive parity), and tighter software integration through Garmin OS, which excels at workout variety and training metrics. Its 454x454 AMOLED display matches the GT 3 Pro's 466x466 resolution practically. However, the Huawei Watch GT 3 Pro offers titanium construction with sapphire crystal glass for premium durability, slightly faster Bluetooth 5.2 connectivity, and a $80 lower price point. The GT 3 Pro lacks WiFi connectivity while the Venu 3 includes it, potentially impacting smartphone-independent features. Battery performance lands at 14 days for both in smartwatch mode, though the Venu 3 specifies 26 hours under GPS-intensive use. For serious athletes prioritizing Garmin's superior training ecosystem and lighter weight, the Venu 3 justifies its premium. Budget-conscious buyers seeking premium materials and comparable features should consider the GT 3 Pro instead.
Who Should Buy
Buy the Garmin Venu 3 if…
- →Outstanding 14-day battery life with AMOLED display
- →Comprehensive health tracking including ECG and skin temperature
- →Built-in speaker and microphone for calls
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
Category Scores
Pros & Cons
Garmin Venu 3
Pros
- Outstanding 14-day battery life with AMOLED display
- Comprehensive health tracking including ECG and skin temperature
- Built-in speaker and microphone for calls
- Advanced sleep coaching and nap detection
- Multi-band GNSS for accurate GPS tracking
Cons
- No third-party app ecosystem like Wear OS
- Limited smartwatch features compared to Apple/Samsung
- No cellular connectivity option
- Garmin Pay supports limited banks
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 | Garmin Venu 3 | Huawei Watch GT 3 Pro |
|---|---|---|
| Software | Garmin OS | HarmonyOS 2.0 |
| Body | ||
| Weight | 47 g | 54 g (without strap) |
| Case material | Stainless steel bezel, fiber-reinforced polymer case | Titanium with sapphire crystal glass |
| Water resistance | 5 ATM | 5ATM (IP68) |
| Health & Sensors | ||
| ECG | ||
| SpO₂ | ||
| Skin temperature | ||
| Heart rate | ||
| Sleep tracking | ||
| Battery | ||
| Battery life | Up to 14 days smartwatch mode, 26 hours GPS | Up to 14 days |
| Display | ||
| Size | 1.4 inch | 46mm |
| Type | AMOLED | AMOLED Always-On |
| Always-on display | ||
| Resolution | 454 x 454 | 466 x 466 |
| Connectivity | ||
| GPS | ||
| NFC | ||
| Wi-Fi | ||
| Cellular | ||
| Bluetooth | 5.0 | 5.2 |
| Processor | ||
| Chipset | — | Huawei custom SoC |
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