Huawei has officially launched the Watch 5, its latest flagship smartwatch that blends next-gen health monitoring with practical upgrades in design, usability, and connectivity. The most notable addition?

A new X-Tap sensor that shifts health tracking from the wrist to your fingertip — and does more than just take your pulse.

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.

Signature X‑TAP Sensor & Health Monitoring

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.

• Multi‑sensing X‑TAP technology combines ECG, PPG, and a 10‑level tactile sensor in one module.
• Real‑time fingertip SpO₂: First smartwatch to measure continuous blood‑oxygen in ~10 seconds via a fingertip tap.
• Health Glance: Press‑and‑hold for 3 seconds to get an 11‑indicator health report (basic metrics, cardiovascular, respiratory) in under a minute.
• ECG & HRV: Instant ECG readings plus heart‑rate‑variability insights for deeper cardiovascular health tracking.

Smart Gestures & Interaction

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.

• Smart Gestures powered by an on‑device NPU:

  • Double‑tap (thumb + index) to confirm.

  • Double‑slide along the finger to switch.

• Use gestures to manage calls, silence alarms, control music, trigger remote camera shutter, etc.

Phone-free Connectivity

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.

• eSIM cellular calling: make/receive calls entirely on the watch.
• Wi‑Fi 6 support for faster standalone internet.
• Offline navigation & music: turn‑by‑turn maps and play pre‑downloaded tracks.
• NFC payments & apps: pay with a tap and access a range of Watch AppGallery apps.

Sports & Battery

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.

• 100+ workout modes, including 14 pro‑level sports (golf, freediving), with 35% more accurate positioning.

Two battery modes:

• Standard: ~3 days (42 mm) or ~4.5 days (46 mm) typical; AOD reduces ~1 day.
• Saver: up to 7 days (42 mm) or 11 days (46 mm) max.
• Fast wireless charging: 15 minutes gives you a day’s worth of power.

Premium Build & Display

• Materials: aerospace‑grade titanium (selected colors), 904L or 316L stainless steel cases, spherical sapphire glass.
• Display: LTPO 2.0 AMOLED, up to 3000 nits peak, ultra‑narrow 1.8 mm bezels.

Extras & Compatibility

• 3‑month free HUAWEI Health+ membership with exclusive workout courses.
• Broad compatibility with Android 9.0+ and iOS 13.0+ via Huawei Health app.
• Customizable styles: two sizes (42 mm, 46 mm) and a wide palette of case + strap color/material combos.

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.