The next-generation wireless charging modules are used in the next-generation HUAWEI watches released after May 2025. Featuring a more compact design, the next-generation charging modules make the watches slimmer and more refined, enhancing the overall wearing experience. This change will result in a different experience when you use a legacy charging cradle.
For optimal fast charging performance, use the wireless charging cradle that comes with your watch, namely the 2nd-gen HUAWEI WATCH Wireless Super Charger.
1. FAQs
Question 1: When using a legacy HUAWEI wireless charging cradle to charge a next-generation HUAWEI watch, the charging speed is slow or the watch cannot be charged, as shown in the following figures.
The next-generation HUAWEI watch adopts a more compact coil layout, which shifts the positioning between the new watch coil and the legacy cradle coil, affecting the legacy cradle's charging performance.
For optimal fast charging performance, use the wireless charging cradle that comes with your watch, namely the 2nd-gen HUAWEI WATCH Wireless Super Charger.
Question 2: Can the 2nd-gen HUAWEI WATCH Wireless Super Charger be used to charge legacy watches?
The 2nd-gen HUAWEI WATCH Wireless Super Charger uses a dual-coil design. Therefore, fast charging is supported for the next-generation watch, while the charging speed of legacy watches remains unaffected.
Question 3: When the watch powers off due to low battery, the watch does not respond when charged with a legacy wireless charging cradle.
The next-generation HUAWEI watch adopts a more compact coil layout, which shifts the positioning between the new watch coil and the legacy cradle coil, affecting the charging performance of the legacy cradle and reverse charging.
Replace the cradle with the wireless charging cradle that comes with your watch, namely the 2nd-gen HUAWEI WATCH Wireless Super Charger. Once connected, a battery icon will be displayed on the watch, as shown in the following figure. After charging for a while, it will power on normally.
2. Suggestions on wireless charging of the next-generation watch
(1) The standard charger is the best choice
Use the wireless charging cradle that comes with your watch, namely the 2nd-gen HUAWEI WATCH Wireless Super Charger to ensure the charging speed.
(2) Environment and operation suggestions
① Avoid charging in high-temperature (above 30°C) or low-temperature (below 0°C) environments to prevent overheating or prolonging charging time.
② Ensure that there are no foreign objects between the watch and the charging cradle during charging.
(3) Properly plan the charging scenario
Power saving mode can be enabled on HUAWEI WATCH 5 to preferentially guarantee core features and reduce the charging frequency with prolonged battery life. When you go out, carry the wireless charging cradle that comes with your watch, namely the 2nd-gen HUAWEI WATCH Wireless Super Charger.
Note: In this document, the "next-generation HUAWEI watch" refers to the HUAWEI WATCH 5 Series and HUAWEI WATCH FIT 4 Series.