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Honor Watch GS 5
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Honor Watch GS 5

Released: 2026, January 19Price: About 90 EURStatus: Available. Released 2026, January 23

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General

Brand
Honor
Model
Honor Watch GS 5
Released
2026, January 19
Status
Available. Released 2026, January 23
Price
About 90 EUR
OS
MagicOS 9
Dimensions
44 x 44 x 9.9 mm (1.73 x 1.73 x 0.39 in)
Weight
26 g (0.92 oz)
Build
Glass front, polymer fiber frame, polymer fiber back, aluminum alloy bezel
SIM
No

Display

Type
AMOLED, 1500 nits (peak)
Size
1.32 inches
Resolution
466 x 466 pixels (~352 ppi density)

Performance

Internal
4GB 32MB RAM
Card slot
No

Network

Technology
No cellular connectivity
2G bands
N/A
3G bands
N/A
4G bands
N/A
Speed
No

Connectivity

WLAN
No
Bluetooth
5.4, LE, EDR
Positioning
GPS, GLONASS, GALILEO, BDS, QZSS
NFC
Yes (China only)
Radio
No
USB
No
3.5mm jack
No

Sensors

Sensors
Accelerometer, gyro, heart rate, compass, SpO2

Other

EDGE
No
GPRS
No
Colors
Khaki, Black
Models
IVY-B39
Announced
2026, January 19
Loudspeaker
Yes

Honor Watch GS 5 Overview

About Honor Watch GS 5 Honor Watch GS 5 is another flagship from Honor's popular line of first class Android phones, released in the 2026. This device offers reliable performance and great features for Android enthusiasts looking to root their device.

Rooting Information

A verified root guide for Honor Watch GS 5 is not published yet. Avoid flashing files from unrelated variants.

Bootloader Information

Most Android rooting methods begin with bootloader unlock. Unlocking may wipe data, affect warranty, and disable some security features.

Recovery Information

Custom recovery support depends on chipset, kernel source availability, and community builds. Fastboot-based Magisk installation can work even when TWRP is unavailable.

Pros and Cons

  • Pros: deeper customization, module support, bloatware removal, and advanced backup options.
  • Cons: warranty risk, possible update issues, and security trade-offs if root permissions are mismanaged.

FAQ

Can I root the Honor Watch GS 5?

The Honor Watch GS 5 supports rooting through Magisk. You'll need to unlock the bootloader first, then flash a patched boot image. Check the rooting status card on this page for availability.

Does Honor Watch GS 5 support custom recovery (TWRP)?

Many Honor devices support TWRP. Check our device page for recovery compatibility. If TWRP isn't available, you can still use Magisk through fastboot method.

Will rooting Honor Watch GS 5 void warranty?

Yes, rooting the Honor Watch GS 5 will void the manufacturer warranty. However, you can unroot using the stock firmware to potentially restore warranty coverage.

What Android version does Honor Watch GS 5 run?

Check the specifications section above for the current OS version and upgrade history of your Honor Watch GS 5.

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