Honor Watch 5
The Honor Watch 5 is a capable mid-range device that comfortably covers most everyday use cases (2024).
2024 · Mid-range · MagicOS 8ⓘ Grades compare this device against others in its own market segment (Mid-range), not against every device on the site.
⚡ Quick Specs
Size1.85" · 45.6 x 39.4 x 11 mm (1.80 x 1.55 x 0.43 in)
Storage4GB
⚖️ Compare With
✓︎ Pros
✓1.85" OLED/AMOLED display with deep blacks and vibrant colours
✓Lightweight at 35g — easy to carry
⊗ Cons
✗Smaller 480 mAh battery — may need midday charging
✗No headphone jack — requires wireless or USB-C audio
⚠️ Not ideal for
Heavy usage days
💻 Display
Sharpness
322 ppi
Adequate sharpness for daily use
Panel
AMOLED, 1000 nits (peak)
OLED: perfect blacks, vivid colours, power-efficient
🔋 Battery
Capacity
480 mAh
May need midday charging with heavy use
📱 Design & Build
Weight
35g
Very light — comfortable for long use
Dimensions
45.6 x 39.4 x 11 mm (1.80 x 1.55 x 0.43 in)
Build
Glass front, plastic back, aluminum frame
Sensors
Accelerometer, gyro, heart rate, SpO2
📶 Network
2G Bands
GSM 850 / 900 / 1800 / 1900
📡 Connectivity
NFC
Yes (market/region dependent)
GPS
GPS, GLONASS, GALILEO, BDS, QZSS
❓ Frequently Asked Questions
No, the Honor Watch 5 does not support 5G — it supports GSM / HSPA / LTE.
Yes, the Honor Watch 5 supports eSIM.
Yes, the Honor Watch 5 has NFC for contactless payments and pairing.
The Honor Watch 5 is rated IP68 — IP68 dust tight and water resistant (immersible up to 50m/5ATM) Compatible with standard 22mm straps.
No, the Honor Watch 5 does not support a memory card.
The Honor Watch 5 SIM configuration: eSIM.
No, the Honor Watch 5 does not have a 3.5mm headphone jack.
Speaker setup: Yes.
The Honor Watch 5 uses No.
The Honor Watch 5 supports Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n.
The Honor Watch 5 has 5.2, LE.
