The Huawei Watch GT 5 Pro comes in two sizes, 42mm and 46mm. The small version is 0.9mm thinner than the small GT 3 Pro (which was a 43mm model). As we hinted above, the Pro models have titanium bodies. The small 42mm model also incorporates ceramics into the body and strap, while the large one uses a titanium or fluoroelastomer for the strap. They also feature sapphire glass for the display. The GT Pro models also stand out with ECG, which needs 30 seconds to provide you with ECG waveforms.
The improved positioning accuracy ties
into the new focus on a superior running and cycling experience. The watches
support offline maps with route previews, which estimate the altitude changes
and show terrain details. There are real-time directions too, including
segment-based navigation and off-course alerts. Trail running navigation makes
use of the offline maps and can guide you through complex cross-country
environments. The watch integrates with Komoot, if you are used to that app’s
route planning. Once you reach the finish line, the watch will present a
Running Form Analysis – it measures ground contact time, vertical oscillation,
balance and more.
That’s not all, the watches have over 100
workout modes. The Pro models add a Free Diving mode with water resistance down
to 40m (130ft) with depth tracking and reminders. The watches are also rated
IP69K for resistance against hot water jets. They are resistant against salt
spray corrosion thanks to a special coating for the exterior. The Pros will
have improved mapping features, including topographic maps with contour lines
at 10m intervals (outside of mainland China).
Golfers might enjoy this watch too. There
are 15,000+ golf maps available with 3D previews and precise directions. You
can use the built-in score card to keep track. The golf feature will be
available in 69 countries later this month.
The Huawei Watch GT 5 and GT 5 Pro will
have long battery lives. The small (41mm and 42mm) watches will last 5 days
with Always On Display enabled and up to 7 days with regular use. The larger
(46mm) watches will last 9 days with AOD and up to 14 days with regular use.
The Pros support wireless charging and can be fully charged in 60 minutes.
The GT 5 Pro series starts at £330 for the
46mm model and £ 400 for the 42mm one. In Europe, the Watch GT 5 will start at
€ 250, while the GT 5 Pro will be € 380 for the large 46mm model and € 450 for the
small 42mm model. Note that the small one uses ceramic in the body and strap,
which is why it costs more.
