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Xiaomi Band 8 vs Xiaomi Band 7

Compare battery life, health tracking, display and fit.

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Xiaomi Smart Band 8

Xiaomi Smart Band 8

  • 27 g.
  • Screen: 192 × 490 pixels.
  • 190 mAh battery capacity.
  • Bluetooth 5.1.
  • 5 ATM.
KSh 6,500In Stock
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Xiaomi Smart Band 7 (Global)

Xiaomi Smart Band 7 (Global)

  • 13.5 g.
  • Screen: 192 × 490 pixels; 326 ppi.
  • 180 mAh battery capacity.
  • Bluetooth 5.2.
  • 5 ATM.
KSh 6,890In Stock
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Our quick verdict

The Xiaomi Smart Band 8 is the stronger choice: it has a brighter screen for outdoor use and is slimmer, while the Xiaomi Smart Band 7 is lighter to wear all day.

Weight

Xiaomi Smart Band 8
27 g
Xiaomi Smart Band 7
13.5 g

Display

Xiaomi Smart Band 8
192 × 490 pixels
Xiaomi Smart Band 7
192 × 490 pixels; 326 ppi

Capacity

Xiaomi Smart Band 8
190 mAh battery capacity
Xiaomi Smart Band 7
180 mAh battery capacity

Connections

Xiaomi Smart Band 8
Bluetooth 5.1
Xiaomi Smart Band 7
Bluetooth 5.2

Sensors

Xiaomi Smart Band 8
6-axis motion sensor, PPG heart-rate sensor
Xiaomi Smart Band 7
6-axis motion sensor: 3-axis accelerometer and 3-axis gyroscope

Key differences

The main differences to help you choose.

Xiaomi Smart Band 8

  • Brighter display: up to 600 nits (vs 500).
  • Later model in the same series (8 vs 7).
  • Slimmer: 10.99 mm thick (vs 12.25 mm).
  • Lower price: KSh 6,500 (vs KSh 6,890).

Xiaomi Smart Band 7

  • Lighter: 13.5 g (vs 27 g).
  • Newer Bluetooth 5.2 (vs 5.1).

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PriorityXiaomi Smart Band 8Xiaomi Smart Band 7
Battery life190 mAh battery180 mAh battery
Portability27 g13.5 g
Display1.62-inch OLED display1.62-inch OLED display, 326 ppi
ConnectionsBluetooth 5.1Bluetooth 5.2
Sensors6-axis motion sensor, PPG heart-rate sensor6-axis motion sensor: 3-axis accelerometer and 3-axis gyroscope
Sleep trackingSleep monitoring supportedDeep sleep, light sleep

Detailed comparison

Explore the full specifications, section by section.

Display

Display specifications comparison
SpecificationXiaomi Smart Band 8Xiaomi Smart Band 7 (Global)
Display1.62-inch AMOLED touch display1.62-inch AMOLED touch display
Screen resolution192 × 490 pixels192 × 490 pixels; 326 ppi
Display protection2.5D reinforced glassTempered glass with anti-fingerprint coating
Display featuresAdjustable brightness up to 600 nits; always-on display supportedAlways-on mode; adjustable brightness up to 500 nits

Connectivity

Connectivity specifications comparison
SpecificationXiaomi Smart Band 8Xiaomi Smart Band 7 (Global)
BluetoothBluetooth 5.1 BLEBluetooth 5.2 BLE

Identity & design

Identity & design specifications comparison
SpecificationXiaomi Smart Band 8Xiaomi Smart Band 7 (Global)
BrandXiaomiXiaomi
ModelXiaomi Smart Band 8Xiaomi Smart Band 7 (Global)
AnnouncedApril 2023—
Dimensions48 × 22.5 × 10.99 mm, excluding strap and protrusions46.5 × 20.7 × 12.25 mm, excluding strap and protrusions
Weight27 g including in-box strap13.5 g
Build materialsReinforced 2.5D glass case with AF coating and TPU strap—
Wrist size135–210 mm160–224 mm
Strap / bandTPUTPU
Controls / buttonsAMOLED touchscreenAMOLED touchscreen interface

Health & fitness

Health & fitness specifications comparison
SpecificationXiaomi Smart Band 8Xiaomi Smart Band 7 (Global)
Sensors6-axis motion sensor; PPG heart-rate sensor; ambient-light sensor6-axis motion sensor: 3-axis accelerometer and 3-axis gyroscope; PPG heart-rate sensor
Health & wellness featuresHeart rate, blood oxygen, stress, cycle and activity tracking; wellness data is not intended for medical diagnosisHeart-rate monitoring; SpO₂; menstrual-cycle tracking; stress monitoring; breathing exercises; PAI
Sleep trackingSleep monitoring supportedDeep sleep; light sleep; REM; naps; sleep-breathing quality
Sports / workout modesMore than 150 fitness modes110+ fitness modes

Battery & durability

Battery & durability specifications comparison
SpecificationXiaomi Smart Band 8Xiaomi Smart Band 7 (Global)
Battery capacity190 mAh180 mAh
Battery lifeAt least 16 days typical useAt least 14 days typical use
ChargingMagnetic chargingMagnetic charging
Water resistance5 ATM5 ATM

Compatibility

Compatibility specifications comparison
SpecificationXiaomi Smart Band 8Xiaomi Smart Band 7 (Global)
Phone compatibilityAndroid 6.0 or later; iOS 12.0 or laterAndroid 6.0 or later; iOS 10.0 or later
Companion appMi FitnessMi Fitness
ColorsGold or Graphite Black capsule; strap colors vary by marketBlack band with standard TPU strap; optional replacement straps sold separately

Additional specifications

Additional specifications specifications comparison
SpecificationXiaomi Smart Band 8Xiaomi Smart Band 7 (Global)
charging timeApproximately 1 hourUp to 2 hours
packing listBand body; strap; charging cable; user manualBand body; strap; charging cable; user manual
component variants—Standard Global band with TPU strap
strap material—TPU
clasp—Aluminium-alloy buckle
secondary battery life—Up to nine days heavy use under manufacturer test conditions
movement sensors—Three-axis accelerometer and three-axis gyroscope
connectivity—Bluetooth 5.2 Low Energy; paired-phone connection through Mi Fitness
smart recognition—Automatic detection: outdoor running; walking; treadmill; rowing machine; elliptical

Smart features

Smart features specifications comparison
SpecificationXiaomi Smart Band 8Xiaomi Smart Band 7 (Global)
Smart features / notifications—Message and incoming-call notifications through paired phone; Mi Fitness must run in background
Watch faces—More than 100 band faces

Similarities

  • Both are water resistant to 50 m.
  • Both have OLED displays.
  • Both have 1.62-inch screens.
  • Both connect over Bluetooth.
  • Both have 192 × 490 screens.

In summary

For most buyers the Xiaomi Smart Band 8 is the better buy; the Xiaomi Smart Band 7 makes sense if you want a lighter band for all-day wear.

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In-stock alternatives

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