Huawei Watch GT 3 vs. Apple Watch SE (GPS) 2nd generation

Smartwatch Comparison, Reviews and Tests

In depth comparison and review of Huawei Watch GT 3 and Apple Watch SE (GPS) 2nd generation. 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

Huawei Watch GT 3 vs. Apple Watch SE (GPS) 2nd generation Comparison Chart
GENERAL Huawei Watch GT 3 Apple Watch SE (GPS) 2nd generation
Product Type Smart watch Smart watch
Operating System HarmonyOS WatchOS
Supported Host Device OS iOS 9 or later, Android 6.0 (Marshmallow) or later iOS 16 or later
Activity/Sport Multisport -
Wearing Style Watch style Watch style
Audio Input Microphone Microphone
Audio Output Speaker Speaker
Body Details Case only: 35 g Case only: 26.4 g
Body Material Stainless steel Aluminium
Protection Dustproof, waterproof Water-resistant
Clock Display Yes Yes
FEATURES Huawei Watch GT 3 Apple Watch SE (GPS) 2nd generation
Sensors Accelerometer, ambient light sensor, barometer, thermometre, gyro sensor, geomagnetic sensor, optical heart sensor Accelerometer, ambient light sensor, digital compass, barometer, gyroscope, always-on altimeter, optical heart sensor (2d gen)
Tracking Data Distance, time, speed, calories burned, activity, sleep activity, heart rate, steps taken, blood oxygen saturation, stress level, training intensity Distance, time, calories burned, activity, sleep activity, heart rate, sleep stages, menstrual cycle
Modes 100+ Workout modes -
Goal Setting Yes Yes
Features Call handling, music remote handling, answering a call, call alerts, making a call, store & play music, weather information, personalised Watch Faces, Route Back, Personal AI Running Coach Call handling, music remote handling, camera remote control, Fall detection, Emergency SOS, Family Setup support, International Emergency Calling, Crash Detection, noise monitoring, Compass Waypoint, brightness: 1000 nits
Notifications SMS, Email, social apps, incoming calls Calendar, SMS, Email, high and low heart rate, irregular rhythm, cardio fitness
Vibrating Alert Yes Yes
Feedback Type Audio alert, vibration alert, visual interface Audio alert, vibration alert, visual interface
Navigation (GPS) GPS/GLONASS/Galileo/BeiDou/QZSS receiver GPS/GLONASS/Galileo/QZSS receiver
Payment Technology - Apple Pay
Internet of Things (IoT) Compatible - Yes
IoT Intelligent Assistant - Siri
IoT Voice Controlled - Direct
CONNECTIVITY Huawei Watch GT 3 Apple Watch SE (GPS) 2nd generation
Wireless Interface Bluetooth IEEE 802.11b/g/n, Bluetooth 5.0
DISPLAY Huawei Watch GT 3 Apple Watch SE (GPS) 2nd generation
Type AMOLED - colour Retina LTPO OLED - colour
Resolution 466 x 466 pixels 324 x 394 pixels
Screen Size 1.32" -
Aspect Ratio Full circle -
Screen Protection - Ion-X glass
INPUT DEVICE Huawei Watch GT 3 Apple Watch SE (GPS) 2nd generation
Type Touch sensitive screen, push buttons Touch sensitive screen
CASE Huawei Watch GT 3 Apple Watch SE (GPS) 2nd generation
Case Size 42 mm 40 mm
Case Shape Round Rectangular
Case Back Plastic Sapphire crystal and ceramic back
Case Details Black stainless steel | Gold stainless steel Midnight aluminium | Silver aluminium | Starlight aluminium
Crown Type Digital Digital with haptic feedback
BAND Huawei Watch GT 3 Apple Watch SE (GPS) 2nd generation
Band Type Strap Sport band
Band Size - Regular
Band Width 20 mm -
Fits Wrist with Circumference 130-190 mm 130-200 mm
Changeable - Yes
Clasp Type - Pin-and-tuck
Band Material Fluoroelastomer Fluoroelastomer
Band Colour Black | White | Gold Midnight | Starlight
STORAGE Huawei Watch GT 3 Apple Watch SE (GPS) 2nd generation
Storage Capacity 4 GB 32 GB
RAM Huawei Watch GT 3 Apple Watch SE (GPS) 2nd generation
RAM Size 32 MB -
CPU Huawei Watch GT 3 Apple Watch SE (GPS) 2nd generation
Manufacturer ARM Apple
CPU Type - S8 SiP
Features - W3 Apple wireless chip
BATTERY Huawei Watch GT 3 Apple Watch SE (GPS) 2nd generation
Technology - Lithium Ion
Battery Life 7 day(s) 18 hours
Rechargeable Battery - Yes
Wireless Charging Yes Yes
MISCELLANEOUS Huawei Watch GT 3 Apple Watch SE (GPS) 2nd generation
Included Accessories Charging cradle Magnetic charger to USB-C cable (1 m)
Preloaded Software - Apple Pay, GymKit
SAR Value - 0.24 W/kg (head), 0.07 W/kg (limb)
Max Depth of Water Resistance 50 m 50 m
Max Operating Temperature 45 °C -
Min Operating Temperature -20 °C -
Manufacturer Model Number - A2722
Warranty 2-year warranty 1-year warranty
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