Apple has released a new line of smartwatches, and for the first time it contains an affordable option: Apple WatchSE... Given its affordable price, the new device will compete with a number of other devices from other manufacturers. One of its main competitors is the OPPO watch as it is introduced to the global market with Android-based Wear OS. They have the same square form factor and similar specifications. If you want something a little more athletic then there is the Huawei Watch Fit.
Which smartwatch is the best value for the money requested? Let's find out together by comparing OPPO Watch, Watch SE and Huawei Watch Fit.
OPPO Watch, Apple Watch SE and Huawei Watch Fit
| OPPO watch | Apple WatchSE | Huawei watch fit | |
|---|---|---|---|
| DIMENSIONS & WEIGHT | 46x39x11,4 mm, 45,5 grams | 44x38x10,4 mm, 36,4 grams | 46x30x10,7 mm, 21 grams |
| DISPLAY | 1,91-inch square, 402x476p, 346 ppi, 326 ppi, AMOLED | 1,78-inch, Round, 448x368p, 326 ppi, Retina LTPO OLED | 1,64-inch, Round, 280x456p, 326 PPI, AMOLED |
| CPU | Qualcomm Snapdragon Wear 3100 Quad Core | Apple S5 | / |
| MEMORY | 1 GB of RAM, 8 GB | 1 GB of RAM, 32 GB | 4 GB |
| SOFTWARE | Wear OS | WATCH | Own OS |
| CONNECTION | Wi-Fi 802.11 b / g / n, Bluetooth 4.2 | Wi-Fi 802.11 b / g / n, Bluetooth 5.0 | Wi-Fi 802.11 b / g / n, Bluetooth 5.0 |
| SPORT MODES | 5 | 16 | 96 |
| BATTERY | 430mAh with VOOC flash charging | Before 18 hours | 180 mAh |
| ADDITIONAL FEATURES | GPS, accelerometer, gyroscope, heart rate, compass, barometer, waterproof 5 ATM | GPS, accelerometer, gyroscope, heart rate, compass, barometer, 50m water resistance | GPS, accelerometer, gyroscope, heart rate, compass, barometer, 5 ATM water resistance, SpO2 |
Design
My favorite design belongs to OPPO watches (especially the 41mm version because they are more compact): they have a curved display and are very elegant. But Huawei Watch Fit is the most original model with a rectangular display.
But the silver medal for appearance goes to the Apple Watch SE: it looks like the OPPO Watch, but has a flat display. Some might prefer the Watch SE because of the crown instead of the physical keys: it's a matter of taste. In every case, you get a waterproof construction that is waterproof up to 5 ATM.
Display
OPPO Watch not only has a very elegant design, but also a great display. The 46mm version of the smartwatch is equipped with a wide 1,91-inch panel with 100% DCI P3 coverage and a high resolution of 402 × 476 pixels. Even the Apple Watch SE has a great display with a maximum brightness of 1000 nits and Retina LTPO OLED technology.
Plus, it supports 3D Touch with sensors that can sense the pressure level of your finger. The Huawei Watch Fit has an inferior display compared to the OPPO Watch and Watch SE in terms of image quality, but it has a very interesting rectangular form factor that improves usability.
Technical specifications and software
OPPO Watch has the most powerful chipset and 1GB of RAM, while Apple Watch SE has the largest internal storage (32GB). Huawei Watch Fit has the weakest hardware and doesn't need powerful hardware because it comes with its own OS.
The OPPO Watch runs Android Wear OS, while the Watch SE runs watchOS. In terms of features, the OPPO Watch and Apple Watch SE are actually better, with the former better when paired with Android devices, and the latter better with iPhones.
The OPPO Watch and Apple Watch SE have several pre-installed apps and you can download more from the official stores. Huawei Watch Fit has its own OS and is inferior to its competitors in terms of features, but it supports more sports modes and is better suited for sports lovers. If sports aren't your only priority, you should opt for the OPPO Watch or Apple Watch SE.
Sensors and communication
As mentioned above, the Huawei Watch Fit is the best smartwatch for sports not only thanks to more sports modes, but also thanks to the SpO2 sensor. On the other hand, the OPPO Watch and Apple Watch SE offer very accurate measurements, but lack SpO2 tracking. With all of these smartwatches, you get a GPS module, but only the Apple Watch SE and OPPO Watch have cellular connectivity. Note that cellular is optional for Watch SE and OPPO Watch: you need to buy the more expensive option to get this feature.
Battery
The Huawei Watch Fit is the king of battery life, as it lasts up to 10 days on a single charge. With OPPO Watch and Apple Watch SE, you can only get one day of battery life.
Price
The OPPO Watch 41mm on the global market is priced at € 249 / $ 300 (price varies by market), and the Apple Watch SE is € 309 / $ 279 in the base 40mm version.
For the Huawei Watch Fit, you only need € 129,90 / $ 150. For everything but sports, the OPPO Watch and Apple Watch SE are more comfortable wearable devices than the Huawei Watch Fit.
The former has a better display and design, while the latter has a more mature operating system.
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