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Redmi Watch 3 vs Redmi Watch 5 Lite

Compare battery life, health tracking, display and fit.

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Redmi Watch 3

Redmi Watch 3

  • 37 g.
  • Screen: 390 × 450 pixels.
  • Bluetooth 5.2 connection.
  • 289 mAh battery capacity.
  • 5ATM.
KSh 10,500Out of Stock
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Redmi Watch 5 Lite

Redmi Watch 5 Lite

  • Screen: 410 × 502 pixels; 332 ppi.
  • Runs Xiaomi HyperOS.
  • Bluetooth 5.3 connection.
  • 470 mAh battery capacity.
  • 5 ATM.
KSh 8,880In Stock
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Our quick verdict

The Redmi Watch 5 Lite is the better buy: it lasts longer between charges (18 days typical), is lighter to wear all day and has a larger 1.96-inch screen.

Display

Redmi Watch 3
390 × 450 pixels
Redmi Watch 5 Lite
410 × 502 pixels; 332 ppi

Connections

Redmi Watch 3
Bluetooth 5.2 connection
Redmi Watch 5 Lite
Bluetooth 5.3 connection

Capacity

Redmi Watch 3
289 mAh battery capacity
Redmi Watch 5 Lite
470 mAh battery capacity

Portability

Redmi Watch 3
37 g
Redmi Watch 5 Lite
29.2 g

Software

Redmi Watch 3
Mi Fitness
Redmi Watch 5 Lite
Xiaomi HyperOS

Key differences

The main differences to help you choose.

Redmi Watch 3

  • 1.75-inch OLED display.
  • 289 mAh battery.
  • 5ATM.
  • Weighs 37 g.

Redmi Watch 5 Lite

  • Longer battery life: up to 18 days in typical use (vs 12).
  • Bigger battery: 470 mAh (vs 289 mAh).
  • Larger 1.96-inch screen (vs 1.75-inch).
  • Lighter: 29.2 g (vs 37 g).

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How each product answers the selected priorities
PriorityRedmi Watch 3Redmi Watch 5 Lite
Battery life289 mAh battery470 mAh battery
Portability37 g29.2 g
Display1.75-inch OLED display1.96-inch OLED display, 332 ppi
ConnectionsBluetooth 5.2Bluetooth 5.3
SoftwareMi FitnessXiaomi HyperOS
Water resistance5ATM5 ATM

Detailed comparison

Explore the full specifications, section by section.

Display

Display specifications comparison
SpecificationRedmi Watch 3Redmi Watch 5 Lite
Display1.75-inch AMOLED touchscreen1.96-inch AMOLED
Screen resolution390 × 450 pixels410 × 502 pixels; 332 ppi
Display protectionGlass with anti-fingerprint coating—
Display featuresUp to 600nits adjustable brightness; 70% screen-to-body ratio; 200+ watch faces including supported always-on options600 nits (typ)

Connectivity

Connectivity specifications comparison
SpecificationRedmi Watch 3Redmi Watch 5 Lite
BluetoothBluetooth 5.2Bluetooth 5.3
Positioning / GNSSIndependent BeiDou, GPS, GLONASS, Galileo and QZSSGPS; Galileo; GLONASS; BeiDou; QZSS
Network / cellular—No cellular connectivity
SIM / eSIM—No
Wi-Fi—No
NFC—No

Identity & design

Identity & design specifications comparison
SpecificationRedmi Watch 3Redmi Watch 5 Lite
BrandRedmiRedmi
Model44176Redmi Watch 5 Lite
Dimensions42.58 × 36.56 × 9.99mm; strap and protrusions excluded48.1 × 39.2 × 10.6 mm, excluding strap and protrusions
Weight37g with included strap29.2 g without strap
Build materialsMetallic-finish middle frame; display glass with anti-fingerprint coatingPlastic frame with NCVM finish
Wrist size135–200mm135–205 mm
Strap / bandBlack: TPU; Ivory: silicone; position-memory loopTPU
Controls / buttonsTouchscreen and side button—
Announced—2024, September 25

Audio & communication

Audio & communication specifications comparison
SpecificationRedmi Watch 3Redmi Watch 5 Lite
SpeakerSupportedSupported
MicrophoneSupportedDual microphones with call noise reduction
CallingBluetooth voice calls through a connected phone; third-party app voice calls not supportedBluetooth calling with a connected smartphone

Sensors, health & fitness

Sensors, health & fitness specifications comparison
SpecificationRedmi Watch 3Redmi Watch 5 Lite
SensorsHeart-rate sensor with blood-oxygen sensor; accelerometer; gyroscope; geomagnetic sensorHeart-rate and blood-oxygen sensor; accelerometer; gyroscope
Health & wellness featuresHeart rate, blood oxygen, stress, breathing and supported menstrual-cycle records; personal wellness referenceHeart rate, blood oxygen and stress monitoring; personal wellness reference, not medical diagnosis
Sleep trackingDeep, light and REM sleep-stage monitoring—
Sports / workout modes120+ workout modes including outdoor running, cycling, hiking and swimming150+ workout modes
Training & outdoor features10 built-in running courses and independent five-system GNSSSelected workout warm-up guidance and running courses; five-system GNSS
Safety & emergency featuresTriple-press side button can call configured emergency contact; prior Mi Fitness setup and connected phone required—

Battery & durability

Battery & durability specifications comparison
SpecificationRedmi Watch 3Redmi Watch 5 Lite
Battery capacity289mAh470 mAh
Battery lifeUp to 12 days typical use or 7 days heavy use under manufacturer tests; actual life variesUp to 18 days typical use
ChargingMagnetic charging cableMagnetic charging cable
Water resistance5ATM; appropriate pool and shallow-water use; avoid hot showers, saunas, diving and direct high-speed water impacts; resistance may decline5 ATM

Compatibility

Compatibility specifications comparison
SpecificationRedmi Watch 3Redmi Watch 5 Lite
Phone compatibilityAndroid 6.0 or above; iOS 12 or aboveAndroid 8.0 or later; iOS 12.0 or later
Companion appMi FitnessMi Fitness
ColorsBlack; IvoryBlack; Light Gold

Additional specifications

Additional specifications specifications comparison
SpecificationRedmi Watch 3Redmi Watch 5 Lite
Watch weight without strap37g with included strap29.2g without supplied strap
Display materialGlass with anti-fingerprint coating—
Peak brightnessUp to 600nits, adjustable—
Cover / touchscreenSupported—
Heavy-use battery lifeUp to 7 days under manufacturer heavy-use testUp to 12 days under manufacturer heavy-use test conditions
Movement sensorsAccelerometer, gyroscope and geomagnetic sensorAccelerometer; gyroscope
Bluetooth and Wi-FiBluetooth 5.2; phone pairing through Mi FitnessBluetooth 5.3; paired smartphone connection
Microphone and speakerBuilt-in speaker and microphoneSpeaker and dual microphones
Packing listWatch, magnetic charging cable and user manual including warranty noticeWatch; magnetic charging cable; user manual
Sports coach10 built-in running courses—
Case material—Plastic (NCVM)
Pixels per inch—332 ppi
Always-on display battery life—Up to seven days under manufacturer AOD test conditions
Release status—Available. Released 2024, September 26
Model numbers—M2352W1
Card slot—No
Camera—No
3.5 mm headphone jack—No
USB—No
Radio—No
Network speed—No

Performance & software

Performance & software specifications comparison
SpecificationRedmi Watch 3Redmi Watch 5 Lite
Operating system—Xiaomi HyperOS

Similarities

  • Both are water resistant to 50 m.
  • Both take calls over Bluetooth.
  • Both have OLED displays.
  • Both connect over Bluetooth.
  • Both have a speaker.

In summary

The Redmi Watch 5 Lite is the better buy for almost everyone, with longer battery life and a lighter watch for all-day wear.

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