The Huawei Watch Ultimate is designed to provide excellent battery life, making it suitable for extended activities like marathon running. It features a 530mAh battery, which can last up to 14 days with typical usage and up to 8 days with heavy usage, such as frequent GPS tracking and active screen time[1][2][7]. During marathon running sessions, the watch's battery performance is enhanced by its ability to adapt energy consumption based on activity levels, ensuring that it provides essential tracking data while conserving power[2].
In Expedition Mode, which is particularly useful for long-distance running or hiking, the watch can significantly extend its battery life by optimizing GPS usage and other features. For example, during a 4-hour hike with a 4300-foot climb, the battery only lost about 6-7% of its charge[1]. This mode allows users to set GPS waypoints, track vital statistics, and use a torch function, all while maintaining a long-lasting battery[4].
While the exact battery drain during a marathon might vary depending on factors like GPS usage and screen activity, the Huawei Watch Ultimate's battery life is generally more robust than many competitors, such as the Apple Watch Ultra, which offers around 12 hours of GPS runtime[3]. The Huawei Watch Ultimate can charge from 0 to 100% in about 60 minutes using wireless charging, providing quick recovery for extended activities[1][5].
Overall, the Huawei Watch Ultimate's battery life during marathon running sessions is impressive, offering reliable performance and long-lasting power that can easily support a full marathon without needing a recharge.
Citations:
[1] https://www.phonearena.com/reviews/huawei-watch-ultimate-review_id5760
[2] https://root-nation.com/en/gadgets-en/wearables-en/en-huawei-watch-ultimate-design-review/
[3] https://www.runnersworld.com/uk/gear/tech/a63421803/apple-watch-ultra-2/
[4] https://www.techradar.com/reviews/huawei-watch-ultimate
[5] https://consumer.huawei.com/uk/wearables/watch-ultimate/
[6] https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=JnZpJ4fHlEk
[7] https://www.gsmarena.com/huawei_watch_ultimate_review-news-58259.php
[8] https://www.reddit.com/r/HuaweiWatchGT/comments/1fz9e4j/a_huawei_watch_guide_for_beginners/
[9] https://www.expertreviews.co.uk/smartwatches/1418577/huawei-watch-ultimate-review