Google Pixel Watch 4 VS Huawei Watch 5

The Google Pixel Watch 4 and Huawei Watch 5 both feature OLED/AMOLED displays, with the Pixel Watch 4 having a 1.4″ screen size and the Huawei Watch 5 a slightly larger 1.5″. In terms of pixel density, the Pixel Watch 4 has a slightly higher 320 ppi compared to the Huawei Watch 5's 310 ppi. Both displays offer a resolution close to each other—456 x 456 px for the Pixel Watch 4 and 466 x 466 px for the Huawei Watch 5. Both devices have an Always-On Display, ensuring information is always visible.

When it comes to durability, both watches are waterproof with an ATM rating of 5 ATM and an IP68 ingress protection rating. However, the Pixel Watch 4 supports a waterproof depth of 50 m, while the Huawei Watch 5 is rated for 40 m. The Pixel Watch 4 also features branded damage-resistant glass, while the Huawei Watch 5 is equipped with sapphire glass, which is typically known for being more scratch-resistant.

In terms of physical dimensions, the Pixel Watch 4 has a thickness of 12.3 mm, weighs 36.7 g, and has a height and width of 45 mm each. The Huawei Watch 5 is slightly thinner at 11.3 mm but weighs more at 63 g and is slightly larger in size with a height of 46.7 mm and width of 46 mm. Both watches have replaceable bands and touch screens, though the Pixel Watch 4 does not have sapphire glass, unlike the Huawei Watch 5. The volume of the Pixel Watch 4 is 24.9075 cm³, while the Huawei Watch 5 has a slightly smaller volume of 24.27466 cm³.

Both the Google Pixel Watch 4 and Huawei Watch 5 are equipped with a robust set of sensors. Both models monitor blood oxygenation levels, have a heart rate monitor, include GPS, and feature an accelerometer, temperature sensor, compass, barometer, and gyroscope. The key difference is that the Pixel Watch 4 includes a cadence sensor, which the Huawei Watch 5 lacks. Additionally, neither device monitors perspiration.

Both watches share the same sensor capabilities overall, with no significant difference in the type of health and fitness tracking available. The presence of the cadence sensor on the Pixel Watch 4 might appeal to users focused on detailed movement analysis, while the absence of this feature on the Huawei Watch 5 has no alternative sensor in its place.

Aside from this small difference, the two products are very similar in terms of sensor functionalities, offering a comprehensive suite of health and fitness tracking options.

Both the Google Pixel Watch 4 and Huawei Watch 5 offer a comprehensive set of activity tracking features. They both track sleep, distance, steps taken, and pace, as well as provide sleep reports, detect activities automatically, and include a route tracker. Additionally, both watches track elevation and feature exercise tagging, making them well-suited for a variety of fitness routines.

However, there are a few key differences between the two. The Huawei Watch 5 has a stroke counter for swimming, which the Pixel Watch 4 lacks. It also has additional features designed for specific activities—diving and golf—which the Pixel Watch 4 does not offer.

Both watches track calorie intake, but the inclusion of diving and golf-specific modes on the Huawei Watch 5 sets it apart for users who engage in those activities regularly, whereas the Pixel Watch 4 is more general-purpose in its tracking capabilities.

The Google Pixel Watch 4 and Huawei Watch 5 both support cellular connectivity with a single eSIM and feature NFC for wireless payments or pairing. Both also support Wi-Fi, with the same Wi-Fi versions: Wi-Fi 4 (802.11n), Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac), and Wi-Fi 6 (802.11ax), providing fast and reliable internet access. However, the Bluetooth versions differ slightly, with the Pixel Watch 4 using Bluetooth 6 and the Huawei Watch 5 using Bluetooth 5.2.

In terms of compatibility, the Google Pixel Watch 4 is only compatible with Android, whereas the Huawei Watch 5 is compatible with both iOS and Android, giving it broader compatibility for cross-platform users. Both devices also support Galileo, the European satellite navigation system, for improved location tracking.

Overall, both devices offer similar core connectivity features, but the Huawei Watch 5 stands out for its broader compatibility with both iOS and Android, while the Pixel Watch 4 is restricted to Android devices only.

The Google Pixel Watch 4 and Huawei Watch 5 differ in battery performance. The Pixel Watch 4 has a battery life of 1.6 days with a 455 mAh battery, while the Huawei Watch 5 offers a longer battery life of 4.5 days with a significantly larger 867 mAh battery. The charge times are also slightly different, with the Pixel Watch 4 requiring 1.25 hours to charge, while the Huawei Watch 5 takes 1.5 hours.

In power save mode, the Pixel Watch 4 lasts for 72 hours, while the Huawei Watch 5 lasts an impressive 264 hours, making the latter more efficient for extended use. Additionally, the Huawei Watch 5 supports wireless charging, whereas the Pixel Watch 4 does not.

Both watches feature rechargeable batteries and do not have removable or solar power batteries, so their battery capabilities are quite similar in that respect, but the Huawei Watch 5 stands out with its longer battery life and wireless charging support.

The Google Pixel Watch 4 and Huawei Watch 5 offer nearly identical feature sets, with both including HRV tracking, VO2 max measurement, resting heart rate tracking, fast/slow heart rate notifications, and readiness level displays. They both support call answering, phone locating, call control, notifications, irregular heart rate warnings, ECG technology, silent alarms, vibrating alerts, fall detection, and a stopwatch. Additionally, both watches have a built-in camera remote control function and support voice commands.

The key difference between the two products is in GPS performance: while the Pixel Watch 4 does not have faster GPS acquisition, the Huawei Watch 5 is noted for acquiring GPS faster. Both watches feature a one-year warranty period and lack a smart alarm function.

Overall, both devices offer the same range of health and connectivity features, with the Huawei Watch 5 slightly ahead in GPS speed. There are no significant differences in terms of core functionalities and tracking capabilities.

The Google Pixel Watch 4 and Huawei Watch 5 offer nearly identical software features, including activity reports, inactivity alerts, calorie counting, goal setting, achievements, free apps, exercise diaries, ad-free experiences, coaching, temperature tracking, period notifications, route support, voice feedback, music playback, fertile window notifications, ovulation prediction, start date prediction, widget support, personalization, water intake tracking, weight tracking, and live tracking.

Both devices also have a barcode scanner feature on the app and support the same overall tracking and reporting capabilities. The only difference is that neither product includes a barcode scanner on the app, so this feature is not available on either device.

In terms of app and software features, both products are very similar, providing a wide range of tracking and notification options to help users monitor their health and fitness effectively.

The Google Pixel Watch 4 and Huawei Watch 5 both include a battery level indicator, a passcode feature for security, and do not have an external memory slot or a socket for a 3.5 mm audio jack. These specifications are identical for both devices, meaning there are no differences in this group between the two watches.

Both watches offer basic features such as battery level display and passcode protection, but neither supports expanding storage or connecting traditional wired audio accessories.

Overall, in the miscellaneous features category, both watches are quite similar, with no significant differentiators between them.