Huawei has launched its latest flagship smartwatch, the Watch 5, with a focus on health monitoring, refined design, and improved usability. The new wearable debuts the company’s proprietary X-Tap sensor, a multi-sensing module designed to streamline health tracking and enable faster interactions.
Huawei Watch 5 Specifications
The Watch 5 is available in two sizes: 46mm and 42mm. The 46mm model features a 1.5-inch LTPO AMOLED display, while the 42mm version comes with a 1.38-inch screen. Both displays offer a peak brightness of 3000 nits and a 466×466 resolution. Huawei has adopted a premium mix of materials, using spherical sapphire glass and a blend of aerospace-grade titanium, 904L stainless steel, and 316L stainless steel across various colorways and strap options.
One of the biggest changes is the addition of the X-Tap sensor. Located on the side of the watch, this compact module houses an ECG sensor, a PPG sensor, and a 10-level tactile sensor. Huawei says it enables real-time fingertip blood oxygen (SpO₂) readings in about 10 seconds and can initiate a “Health Glance” scan that produces a summary of 11 key health metrics in under a minute. Unlike traditional bottom-placed sensors, the X-Tap relies on fingertip pulse wave signals, which Huawei claims are more accurate and responsive.
The watch also supports gesture recognition, enabled by a dedicated neural processing unit. Double-tapping or sliding the thumb and index finger controls calls, music playback, alarms, and the remote camera shutter. These gesture-based functions work best when paired with Huawei smartphones. Huawei also includes over 100 workout modes, with improved tracking accuracy thanks to the new Sunflower Positioning System.
The Watch 5 supports eSIM for phone-free calling, Wi-Fi 6, dual-band GNSS positioning, Bluetooth 5.2, and NFC payments. It also features 5 ATM water resistance and complies with the IP69 standard for added durability.
Battery life varies by mode. The 46mm model lasts up to 4.5 days in standard mode and up to 11 days in battery saver mode. The 42mm version lasts up to 3 days in standard use and up to 7 days in saver mode. The watch charges wirelessly using the bundled second-gen SuperCharger.
Pricing and Availability
Huawei Watch 5 is already available for pre-order, with the official release set for May 26. The pricing in Europe starts at €449.99 for the 42mm variant and goes up to €649.99 for the high-end titanium versions of the 46mm model. The smartwatch is compatible with Android and iOS devices and includes a free three-month Huawei Health+ membership for new users.
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