Garmin vívoactive 3 vs. HONOR MagicWatch 2

Smartwatch Comparison, Reviews and Tests

Detailed comparison and review of Garmin vívoactive 3 and HONOR MagicWatch 2. With our comprehensive overview, you can simply compare size, design, functions, battery capacities, but also other key features of both smartwatches and easily decide which one is the right choice for you. Our goal is to help you identify the main differences between products and find the watch that best fits your needs and expectations.

Smartwatch Specifications Comparison

Garmin vívoactive 3 vs. HONOR MagicWatch 2 Comparison Chart
GENERAL Garmin vívoactive 3 HONOR MagicWatch 2
Product Type Smart watch Smart watch
Supported Host Device OS iOS, Android iOS, Android
Activity/Sport Multisport Running, fitness, cycling, hiking, climbing, walking
Wearing Style Watch style Watch style
Width 43.4 mm 41.8 mm
Height 43.4 mm 41.8 mm
Depth 11.7 mm -
Weight 43 g 29 g
Body Material - 316L grade stainless steel
Protection Waterproof Waterproof
Colours - Black agate
Clock Display Yes Yes
FEATURES Garmin vívoactive 3 HONOR MagicWatch 2
Sensors Accelerometer, digital compass, thermometre, altimeter, heart rate, VO2 max Accelerometer, altimeter, optical heart sensor
Tracking Data Distance, time, speed, calories burned, activity, sleep activity, heart rate, steps taken, floors climbed, blood oxygen saturation, pace, stress level Distance, activity, sleep activity, heart rate, steps taken, stress level
Goal Setting Yes Yes
Features Music remote handling, find phone function, call alerts, Bluetooth Smart technology, automatic exercise recognition, VIRB control, Move IQ, Side Swipe interface, Find my Device, Downloadable workouts VO2 max, HUAWEI TruSleep 2.0, real-time VoiceOver, HUAWEI TruSeen 3.5, HUAWEI TruRelax, personalised Watch Faces
Notifications Calendar, SMS, Email Email, incoming calls
Vibrating Alert Yes Yes
Feedback Type Vibration alert, visual interface -
Navigation (GPS) - GPS/GLONASS receiver
Payment Technology Garmin Pay -
CONNECTIVITY Garmin vívoactive 3 HONOR MagicWatch 2
Wireless Interface Bluetooth 4.0, ANT+/ANT Bluetooth 5.1
DISPLAY Garmin vívoactive 3 HONOR MagicWatch 2
Type Memory-in-Pixel LCD - colour - transflective AMOLED - colour
Resolution 240 x 240 pixels 390 x 390 pixels
Screen Size 1.2" 1.2"
Aspect Ratio Full circle -
Pixel Density - 326 ppi
Screen Protection Corning Gorilla Glass 3 (scratch resistant glass) -
Always On Display (AOD) - Yes
INPUT DEVICE Garmin vívoactive 3 HONOR MagicWatch 2
Type Touch sensitive screen Touch sensitive screen
CASE Garmin vívoactive 3 HONOR MagicWatch 2
Case Size - 42 mm
Case Shape Round Round
Bezel Stainless steel -
Case Back Glass fibre reinforced polymer -
Case Details Stainless steel | Rose gold | Gunmetal -
BAND Garmin vívoactive 3 HONOR MagicWatch 2
Band Type Band Strap
Band Width 20 mm -
Fits Wrist with Circumference 127-204 mm -
Changeable Yes -
Clasp Type Buckle -
Band Material Silicone -
Band Colour Black | White -
STORAGE Garmin vívoactive 3 HONOR MagicWatch 2
Storage Capacity - 4 GB
User Memory - 2 GB
CPU Garmin vívoactive 3 HONOR MagicWatch 2
Manufacturer - Huawei
CPU Type - Kirin A1
BATTERY Garmin vívoactive 3 HONOR MagicWatch 2
Technology Lithium Ion -
Battery Life 8 day(s) 7 day(s)
Battery Life Details Navigation tracking - up to 13 hour(s)
Typical usage - up to 8 days
Regular usage - up to 7 days
Rechargeable Battery - Yes
MISCELLANEOUS Garmin vívoactive 3 HONOR MagicWatch 2
Included Accessories Charging cable -
Preloaded Software Garmin Pay, Garmin Heartbeat, CONNECT IQ Stopwatch, Music Player, Alarm Clock, Weather
Max Depth of Water Resistance 50 m 50 m
Warranty 1-year warranty 2-year warranty
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