Amazfit T-Rex 3 Pro: Can This Rugged Smartwatch Challenge the Big Players?
Smartwatches have long been split into two camps — fashion and function. While Apple and Samsung dominate the lifestyle side, Amazfit has been quietly working on a hybrid space of its own. With the new Amazfit T-Rex 3 Pro priced at ₹34,999, the brand is directly pitching itself to people who want the toughness of a sports watch without losing the modern conveniences of a connected device. After using the watch, it’s clear that Amazfit is not just making noise in the smartwatch market — it’s trying to unsettle the top players with a new identity that mixes durability, digital utility, and long battery life.
Design Built to Last
The T-Rex 3 Pro is not shy about its rugged personality. The titanium bezel and sapphire glass make a strong first impression without weighing the wrist down. At 52 grams (without strap), it feels lighter than you’d expect from something this tough. The case is made from fiber-reinforced polymer, which keeps the structure durable without turning it into wrist armour. The four physical buttons, including the rotating crown, are easy to access during workouts and hikes.
One standout feature is the built-in dual-light LED flashlight. It has multiple modes, including white, red, SOS, and a high-brightness boost. It’s not a gimmick — it’s actually useful outdoors or in low-light situations.
However, the strap mechanism can feel fiddly the first few times. Once locked in, it sits securely, but the attachment could be more user-friendly for quick swaps.
A Display Made for the Outdoors
The 1.5-inch AMOLED display is clear, bright, and responsive. With up to 3000 nits brightness and 480 x 480 resolution, visibility under sunlight is not an issue. The sapphire crystal protects it well from scratches, which matters if you’re roughing it out.
What makes it stand apart from many rugged watches is how it doesn’t ditch smart features. You can make Bluetooth calls, reply to texts, and manage notifications easily. This mix of smartwatch functionality and outdoor readiness gives it a broader appeal than typical sports watches.
Navigation That Works Without a Phone
This is where Amazfit is taking on brands known for advanced GPS tools. The T-Rex 3 Pro comes with offline contour maps, turn-by-turn navigation, POI search, and automatic rerouting. Round-trip planning and ski slope data add value for adventure lovers.
With dual-band, six-satellite GPS, tracking accuracy is solid even in remote areas or dense cities. For someone who hikes, cycles or travels off-grid, this feels like a genuine upgrade from previous Amazfit watches.
Smooth Software but Voice AI Needs Work
The watch runs on Zepp OS 3.5, which handles multitasking without lag. Switching between apps, navigation, health metrics, and calls feels effortless. Animations are polished, and the layout is easy to get used to.
Zepp Flow, the AI voice assistant, adds a hands-free layer. It works decently for basic commands, but it still needs refinement to compete with Siri or Google Assistant. Accuracy and response speed could be better, especially in noisy environments.
Hardware and Storage Are Surprisingly Strong
With 26GB of internal storage, you can store offline maps and music without depending on your phone. The processor doesn’t struggle even with GPS tracking, music playback, calls, and activity monitoring running together.
This is one of the few rugged smartwatches that doesn’t compromise on internal power. The interface remains fluid no matter what you throw at it.
Fitness Tracking Goes Beyond Basics
There are over 180 sports modes, including trail running, scuba diving, HYROX training, and strength workouts with rep detection. Casual users get the usual walking, cycling, and swimming profiles, while serious fitness users get better depth.
The BioTracker 6.0 PPG sensor offers accurate heart rate, SpO₂, sleep, and stress tracking. Pairing it with the optional Helio Strap improves accuracy even more, though that adds extra cost.
Environmental sensors like a barometer, temperature sensor, and gyroscope add an extra layer for people who track altitude or changing conditions outdoors.
Battery Life Is a Key Strength
Amazfit has built its reputation on long-lasting smartwatches, and the T-Rex 3 Pro keeps it intact. The 700mAh battery lasts up to 25 days with regular use, and around 10 days with heavy GPS tracking.
In precision GPS mode, it delivers up to 38 hours, and up to 85 hours in power-saving GPS mode. That’s a huge advantage over the Apple Watch or Samsung Galaxy Watch, which often need daily charging.
Charging takes about an hour using the magnetic USB-C dock. For a battery this large, that’s reasonable.
Final Take
The Amazfit T-Rex 3 Pro is not trying to imitate Apple or Samsung — it’s challenging them differently. It blends outdoor toughness with smart features people use daily. Offline navigation, long-lasting battery, Bluetooth calling, and a bright AMOLED screen make it a solid all-rounder.
At ₹34,999, it undercuts premium smartwatches without feeling like a compromise. For hikers, adventure travellers, athletes, or anyone tired of charging every night, this is a serious option. And for the first time, brands like Apple and Samsung might be paying attention to what Amazfit is building in the hybrid digital watch space.
