At the launch event today, Huawei officially released the Huawei Watch GT Runner 2. As the name implies, it’s a running-focused smartwatch with precision tracking, structured marathon training, and a lighter overall design. 

At the center of the pitch is what Huawei calls an industry-leading 3D floating antenna system. The company says this setup improves positioning accuracy by 20 percent compared to previous models, even in dense urban areas, near tall buildings, or inside tunnels. 

The watch supports dual-band GPS (L1 + L5) and works with multiple satellite systems, including GLONASS, BeiDou, Galileo, QZSS, and NavIC.

Huawei Watch GT Runner 2 Design and Display

The design has also been reworked with runners in mind. The watch case, bezel, crown, and buttons are made from titanium alloy, and the body measures 43.5mm by 43.5mm with a thickness of 10.7mm. 

At around 34.5 grams (without the strap), it’s notably light for a watch in this category. Huawei pairs it with a new AirDry woven strap that uses a hollowed design for improved breathability. The company claims it boosts airflow by 25 percent compared to earlier straps. There’s also a fluoroelastomer strap included for workouts where sweat and water are more of a concern.

The display is a 1.32-inch AMOLED panel with a 466 x 466 resolution and a peak brightness of up to 3000 nits. The glass on top is second-generation Kunlun Glass, which checks out durability.

The Runner 2 is all about running!

But the bigger story here is software. The wearable comes with a DSM-Firmenich Running Team co-developed Intelligent Marathon Mode, which offers structured race preparation. 

Runners can access major marathon events or create custom ones, generate tailored training plans, and track advanced metrics like lactate threshold, running power, training intensity, and a Running Ability Index. The watch can also predict finishing times based on historical data and training trends. 

During races, the watch can display real-time pace charts, estimated finish times, and your gap against a target time. There’s also a digital pacer and fueling reminders designed to keep energy levels steady during long efforts. Post-run, the Huawei Health app breaks down performance data and provides form insights and recovery guidance.

Beyond running, the watch supports over 100 sports modes, including trail running, swimming, cycling, golf (with access to over 17,000 courses in select markets), and freediving up to 40 meters. It carries a 5 ATM and IP69 rating, although Huawei notes it’s not designed for hot showers or deep scuba diving.

Health and wellness features

As for health tracking, the watch includes ECG monitoring, heart rate variability tracking, blood oxygen measurement, sleep tracking with breathing awareness, and stress insights. Huawei is careful to note that these features are for reference only and not intended for medical diagnosis.

The Huawei Watch GT Runner 2 has a rated battery life of up to 14 days under light use, 7 days under typical use, and up to 32 hours in outdoor workout mode with precise positioning enabled. 

You can charge it wirelessly, and the watch supports NFC payments, Bluetooth calling, standalone music playback, and QR code scanning. It works with both Android and iOS devices, though some features, like custom video watch faces and music syncing, are limited when paired with iPhones.

Huawei Watch GT Runner 2 Price

The Watch GT Runner 2 retails at £350 and will go on open sale starting today. You can choose from Dawn Orange, Dusk Blue, and Midnight Black colors. 

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