In depth comparison and review of Huawei Watch GT Runner and Garmin epix Gen 2 Sapphire. 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.
| GENERAL | Huawei Watch GT Runner | Garmin epix Gen 2 Sapphire |
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| Product Type | Sport watch | Sport watch |
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| Supported Host Device OS | iOS 9 or later, Android 6.0 (Marshmallow) or later, HarmonyOS 2 or later | iOS, Android |
| Activity/Sport | Running | Multisport |
| Wearing Style | Watch style | Watch style |
| Audio Input | Microphone | - |
| Audio Output | Speaker | - |
| Body Details | Case only: 38.5 g | With band: 70 g Case only: 47 g |
| Body Material | Polymer fibres | Titanium, fibre-reinforced polymer |
| Protection | Water-resistant | Water-resistant |
| Clock Display | Yes | Yes |
| FEATURES | Huawei Watch GT Runner | Garmin epix Gen 2 Sapphire |
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| Sensors | Accelerometer, geomagnetic sensor, optical heart sensor, 6-axis IMU sensor, air pressure sensor, gyroscope | Accelerometer, barometer, altimeter, optical heart sensor, 3-axis electronic compass |
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| Tracking Data | Distance, time, speed, calories burned, activity, sleep activity, heart rate, steps taken, blood oxygen saturation, menstrual cycle, altitude, running index, recovery time, training load | Distance, speed, calories burned, activity, sleep activity, heart rate, steps taken, blood oxygen saturation, pace, stress level, respiratory rate, active time, water balance |
| Goal Setting | Yes | Yes |
| Features | 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 | Music remote handling, find phone function, VIRB control, inactivity alert, Move IQ, Find my Device, Downloadable workouts, store & play music, rejecting a call, LiveTrack, Physio TrueUp, PacePro pace guidance, animated workouts, weather information, dual grid coordinates format, Body Battery Energy Monitor |
| Notifications | Calendar, SMS, Email, social apps, incoming calls, applications, high and low heart rate | Calendar, SMS, Email, incoming calls, high and low heart rate |
| Vibrating Alert | Yes | Yes |
| Feedback Type | Audio alert, vibration alert, visual interface | Audio alert, vibration alert, visual interface |
| Navigation (GPS) | GPS/GNSS receiver | GPS/GLONASS/Galileo receiver |
| Payment Technology | - | Garmin Pay |
| CONNECTIVITY | Huawei Watch GT Runner | Garmin epix Gen 2 Sapphire |
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| Wireless Interface | NFC, Bluetooth 5.2 BR/EDR + BLE | Bluetooth, Wi-Fi, ANT+ |
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| DISPLAY | Huawei Watch GT Runner | Garmin epix Gen 2 Sapphire |
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| Type | AMOLED - colour | AMOLED - colour |
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| Resolution | 466 x 466 pixels | 416 x 416 pixels |
| Screen Size | 1.43" | 1.3" |
| Aspect Ratio | Full circle | - |
| Screen Protection | - | Sapphire glass |
| Always On Display (AOD) | - | Yes |
| INPUT DEVICE | Huawei Watch GT Runner | Garmin epix Gen 2 Sapphire |
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| Type | Touch sensitive screen, push buttons | Touch sensitive screen, push buttons |
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| CASE | Huawei Watch GT Runner | Garmin epix Gen 2 Sapphire |
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| Case Size | 46 mm | - |
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| Case Shape | Round | Round |
| Case Back | - | Titanium |
| Case Details | Grey | Black | Black titanium | White titanium |
| BAND | Huawei Watch GT Runner | Garmin epix Gen 2 Sapphire |
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| Band Type | Strap | Band |
|---|---|---|
| Band Width | 22 mm | 22 mm |
| Fits Wrist with Circumference | 140-210 mm | 125-208 mm |
| Changeable | Yes | Yes |
| Clasp Type | Buckle | Buckle |
| Band Material | Silicone | Silicone |
| Band Colour | Grey | Black | - |
| STORAGE | Huawei Watch GT Runner | Garmin epix Gen 2 Sapphire |
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| Storage Capacity | 4 GB | 32 GB |
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| BATTERY | Huawei Watch GT Runner | Garmin epix Gen 2 Sapphire |
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| Technology | Lithium polymer | Lithium Ion |
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| Capacity | 451 mAh | - |
| Battery Life | 14 day(s) | - |
| Battery Life Details | Typical usage - up to 14 days Heavy usage - up to 7 days |
Smartwatch mode - up to 16 days Battery Saver Watch Mode - up to 21 days GPS mode - up to 42 hour(s) All satellite systems mode - up to 32 hours All satellite systems with music mode - up to 10 hour(s) Max Battery GPS Mode - up to 75 hour(s) Expedition GPS Mode - up to 14 days |
| Rechargeable Battery | Yes | Yes |
| Recharge Time | 2 hour(s) | - |
| MISCELLANEOUS | Huawei Watch GT Runner | Garmin epix Gen 2 Sapphire |
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| Included Accessories | 2 wrist straps, charging cradle, charging cable | Charging/data cable |
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| Compliant Standards | ISO 22810 | - |
| SAR Value | - | 0.32 W/kg (body), 0.28 W/kg (limb) |
| Max Depth of Water Resistance | 50 m | 100 m |
| Max Operating Temperature | 45 °C | 45 °C |
| Min Operating Temperature | -20 °C | -20 °C |
| Warranty | 2-year warranty | - |
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