Garmin Approach S12 vs. Huawei Watch GT Runner

Smartwatch Comparison, Reviews and Tests

In depth comparison and review of Garmin Approach S12 and Huawei Watch GT Runner. Compare sizes, functions, displays, batteries and other important specifications and features to easily choose the right smartwatch for you. Our goal is to help you uncover differences between the products and find the watch that will best fit your needs.

Smartwatch Specifications Comparison

Garmin Approach S12 vs. Huawei Watch GT Runner Comparison Chart
GENERAL Garmin Approach S12 Huawei Watch GT Runner
Product Type Sport watch Sport watch
Supported Host Device OS iOS, Android iOS 9 or later, Android 6.0 (Marshmallow) or later, HarmonyOS 2 or later
Activity/Sport Golf Running
Wearing Style Watch style Watch style
Audio Input - Microphone
Audio Output - Speaker
Width 43.7 mm -
Height 43.7 mm -
Depth 11.5 mm -
Weight 34.1 g -
Body Details - Case only: 38.5 g
Body Material - Polymer fibres
Protection Waterproof Water-resistant
Clock Display Yes Yes
FEATURES Garmin Approach S12 Huawei Watch GT Runner
Sensors Accelerometer Accelerometer, geomagnetic sensor, optical heart sensor, 6-axis IMU sensor, air pressure sensor, gyroscope
Tracking Data Distance, time, activity, steps taken, golf shot distance Distance, time, speed, calories burned, activity, sleep activity, heart rate, steps taken, blood oxygen saturation, menstrual cycle, altitude, running index, recovery time, training load
Goal Setting Yes Yes
Features Sunlight readable, Bluetooth Smart technology, 42000+ preloaded courses Store & play music, irregular beat alerts, music playback control, weather information, Personal AI Running Coach, HUAWEI TruSeen 5.0+, HUAWEI TruSport, voice guidance, linear motor
Notifications - Calendar, SMS, Email, social apps, incoming calls, applications, high and low heart rate
Vibrating Alert - Yes
Feedback Type Vibration alert, visual interface Audio alert, vibration alert, visual interface
Navigation (GPS) GPS receiver GPS/GNSS receiver
CONNECTIVITY Garmin Approach S12 Huawei Watch GT Runner
Wireless Interface Bluetooth NFC, Bluetooth 5.2 BR/EDR + BLE
DISPLAY Garmin Approach S12 Huawei Watch GT Runner
Type Memory-in-Pixel LCD - monochrome AMOLED - colour
Resolution 176 x 176 pixels 466 x 466 pixels
Screen Size - 1.43"
Dimensions (WxH) 23 mm x 23 mm -
Aspect Ratio - Full circle
INPUT DEVICE Garmin Approach S12 Huawei Watch GT Runner
Type - Touch sensitive screen, push buttons
CASE Garmin Approach S12 Huawei Watch GT Runner
Case Size - 46 mm
Case Shape Round Round
Case Details Slate grey | Black | White | Granite blue Grey | Black
BAND Garmin Approach S12 Huawei Watch GT Runner
Band Type Strap Strap
Band Width - 22 mm
Fits Wrist with Circumference 125-202 mm 140-210 mm
Changeable Yes Yes
Clasp Type Buckle Buckle
Band Material Silicone Silicone
Band Colour Slate grey Grey | Black
STORAGE Garmin Approach S12 Huawei Watch GT Runner
Storage Capacity 125 MB 4 GB
BATTERY Garmin Approach S12 Huawei Watch GT Runner
Technology Lithium Ion Lithium polymer
Capacity - 451 mAh
Battery Life 70 day(s) 14 day(s)
Battery Life Details Smartwatch mode - up to 70 days
GPS mode - up to 30 hour(s)
Typical usage - up to 14 days
Heavy usage - up to 7 days
Rechargeable Battery Yes Yes
Recharge Time - 2 hour(s)
MISCELLANEOUS Garmin Approach S12 Huawei Watch GT Runner
Included Accessories Charging/data cable 2 wrist straps, charging cradle, charging cable
Compliant Standards - ISO 22810
Max Depth of Water Resistance 50 m 50 m
Max Operating Temperature 60 °C 45 °C
Min Operating Temperature -20 °C -20 °C
Warranty 1-year warranty 2-year warranty
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