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During CES 2021, Amazfit announced their latest smartwatches the Amazfit GTR 2e and GTS 2e, offering a similar aesthetic and feature set to the existing Amazfit GTR 2 & GT 2 but at a lower price point.
I reviewed the Amazfit GTS 2 back in December and found it to be a superb option for anyone wanting a GPS equipped smartwatch that can sync with Strava (something Honor & Huawei watches can’t do).
So how do the new watches compare?
Amazfit GTR 2e & GTS 2e vs GTR 2 & GT 2 Smartwatches
GTR vs GTS – Almost the same but different design
First up, the two models in each series are essentially identical, just different shapes. The GTR models use a circular display, which makes them physically larger but the actual display is smaller at 1.39 inches vs 1.65 inches.
With a smaller display comes a lower resolution, in turn this creates a difference in battery life.
There are also some colour and strap differences which is covered in the table below.
New GTR 2e & GTS 2e models don’t lose much
The new come in at a lower price point, but there is not much difference overall. The main changes are:
- 2.5D curved surface borderless design vs 3D
- No Wi-Fi (Bluetooth only)
- No Speaker
- Added a temperature sensor
- Improved battery life.
That’s it. If you are not too fussy about the design, the improved battery life of the GTR 2e & GTS 2e could make them more tempting than the older models.
Amazfit GTR 2e & GTS 2e vs GTR 2 & GT 2 Price & Availability
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Amazfit GTS 2 Smartwatch with Sleep, Stress, Heart Rate,... |
£87.61 |
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- The Amazfit GTS 2 has an RRP of £159.00
- The Amazfit GTr 2 has an RRP of £159.00
- The Amazfit GTR 2e is £119.00
- The Amazfit GTS 2e is £119.00
So, you basically save £40 for something that looks slightly less aesthetic, which I think is a bargain.
The GT2 2e is available now from Argos, the GTR 2e will be available from Feb
Amazfit GTR 2e & GTS 2e vs GTR 2 & GT 2 Specification Comparison Table
| Amazfit GTR 2e & GTS 2e | Amazfit GTR 2 & GTS 2 | |
|---|---|---|
| Colour | Obsidian Black, Matcha Green, Slate Grey | Obsidian Black, Matcha Green, Slate Grey |
| Design | 2.5D curved surface borderless design | 2.5D curved surface borderless design |
| Size | GTR 2e :46.5*46.5*10.8mm GTS 2e: 42.8 x 35.6 x 9.7mm | GTR 2: 46.5*46.5*10.7mm GTS 2: 42.8 x 35.6 x 9.8mm |
| Weight | 32g (without strap) | GTR 2e Sport Edition - 31.5g (without strap) GTR 2e Classic Edition - 39g (without strap) GTS 2: 25g (without strap) |
| Body | Aluminum alloy | Sport Edition - aluminum alloy Classic Edition - stainless steel |
| Buttons | 2 | 2 |
| Waterproof grade | 5 ATM (50 meters) | 5 ATM (50 meters) |
| Screen Size | GTR 2e: 1.39 inches GTS 2e: 1.65 inches | GTR 2: 1.39 inches GTS 2e: 1.65 inches |
| Screen | AMOLED | AMOLED |
| Touchscreen | Tempered glass Anti-fingerprint vacuum coating | Tempered glass Anti-fingerprint vacuum coating |
| Resolution | GTR 2E: 454*454 GTS 2e: 348x442 | GTR 2: 454*454 GTS 2: 348x443 |
| PPI | GTR2e: 326 GTS2e: 341 | GTR2: 326 GTS2: 341 |
| Battery | GTR2e : 471mAh (typical value) GTS2e: 246mAh | GTR2 : 471mAh (typical value) GTS2: 246mAh |
| Charging | Magnetic charging stand | Magnetic charging stand |
| Charging time | About 2.5 hours | About 2.5 hours |
| Typical use (days) | GTR 2: 24 GTS 2: 14 | GTR 2: 14 GTS 2: 7 |
| Basic use | GTR 2: 45 GTS 2: 24 | GTR 2: 38 GTS 2: 14 |
| Heavy use | GTR 2: 12 GTS 2: 7 | GTR 2: 6.5 GTS 2: 3.5 |
| Health Sensor | Huami self-developed BioTracker 2 PPG (support blood oxygen) Biological data sensor | Huami self-developed BioTracker 2 PPG (support blood oxygen) Biological data sensor |
| Movement Sensor | Acceleration sensor, Gyroscope sensor 3-axis geomagnetic sensor Ambient light sensor Air pressure sensor Temperature sensor | Acceleration sensor, Gyroscope sensor 3-axis geomagnetic sensor Ambient light sensor Air pressure sensor |
| Connection | Bluetooth 5.0 / BLE | WLAN 2.4GHz, Bluetooth 5.0 |
| Positioning | GPS + GLONASS | GPS + GLONASS |
| Strap Material | Silicone | Silicone or Leather |
| Strap Width | 22mm | 22mm |
| Strap Clasp | Classic pin buckle | Classic pin buckle |
| Microphone | Yes | Yes |
| Speaker | No | Yes |
| Linear motor | Yes | Yes |
| Temperature Sensor | Yes | No |
| Supported Devices | Android 5.0 or iOS 10.0 and above | Android 5.0 or iOS 10.0 and above |
| Application | Zepp App | Zepp App |
I am James, a UK-based tech enthusiast and the Editor and Owner of Mighty Gadget, which I’ve proudly run since 2007. Passionate about all things technology, my expertise spans from computers and networking to mobile, wearables, and smart home devices.
As a fitness fanatic who loves running and cycling, I also have a keen interest in fitness-related technology, and I take every opportunity to cover this niche on my blog. My diverse interests allow me to bring a unique perspective to tech blogging, merging lifestyle, fitness, and the latest tech trends.
In my academic pursuits, I earned a BSc in Information Systems Design from UCLAN, before advancing my learning with a Master’s Degree in Computing. This advanced study also included Cisco CCNA accreditation, further demonstrating my commitment to understanding and staying ahead of the technology curve.
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