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Wearable comparison

Redmi Watch 3 vs Redmi Watch 5

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

Redmi Watch 5

  • Screen: 432 × 514 pixels; 324 ppi.
  • Runs Xiaomi HyperOS.
  • Bluetooth 5.3 connection.
  • 550 mAh battery capacity.
  • 164 MB locally available.
KSh 15,680In Stock
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Our quick verdict

The Redmi Watch 5 is the stronger choice: it lasts longer between charges (24 days typical), is lighter to wear all day and has a larger 2.07-inch, brighter, sharper screen, while the Redmi Watch 3 is slimmer.

Display

Redmi Watch 3
390 × 450 pixels
Redmi Watch 5
432 × 514 pixels; 324 ppi

Connections

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

Capacity

Redmi Watch 3
289 mAh battery capacity
Redmi Watch 5
550 mAh battery capacity

Portability

Redmi Watch 3
37 g
Redmi Watch 5
About 33.5 g

Software

Redmi Watch 3
Mi Fitness
Redmi Watch 5
Xiaomi HyperOS

Key differences

The main differences to help you choose.

Redmi Watch 3

  • Slimmer: 9.99 mm thick (vs 11.3 mm).

Redmi Watch 5

  • Longer battery life: up to 24 days in typical use (vs 12).
  • Bigger battery: 550 mAh (vs 289 mAh).
  • Larger 2.07-inch screen (vs 1.75-inch).
  • Brighter display: up to 1,500 nits (vs 600).
  • Lighter: about 33.5 g (vs 37 g).
  • Higher screen resolution: 432 × 514 (vs 390 × 450).

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How each product answers the selected priorities
PriorityRedmi Watch 3Redmi Watch 5
Battery life289 mAh battery550 mAh battery
Portability37 gAbout 33.5 g
Display1.75-inch OLED display2.07-inch OLED display, 60 Hz, 324 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
Display1.75-inch AMOLED touchscreen2.07-inch AMOLED
Screen resolution390 × 450 pixels432 × 514 pixels; 324 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 options60 Hz refresh rate; 82% screen-to-body ratio

Connectivity

Connectivity specifications comparison
SpecificationRedmi Watch 3Redmi Watch 5
BluetoothBluetooth 5.2Bluetooth 5.3
Positioning / GNSSIndependent BeiDou, GPS, GLONASS, Galileo and QZSSGPS; Galileo; GLONASS; BeiDou; QZSS
Network / cellular—Bluetooth-connected smartphone
Wi-Fi—No
NFC—NFC (China only)

Identity & design

Identity & design specifications comparison
SpecificationRedmi Watch 3Redmi Watch 5
BrandRedmiRedmi
Model44176Redmi Watch 5
Dimensions42.58 × 36.56 × 9.99mm; strap and protrusions excluded47.5 × 41.1 × 11.3 mm, excluding strap and protrusions
Weight37g with included strapApproximately 33.5 g without strap
Build materialsMetallic-finish middle frame; display glass with anti-fingerprint coatingAluminum-alloy frame
Wrist size135–200mm135–205 mm
Strap / bandBlack: TPU; Ivory: silicone; position-memory loopTPU
Controls / buttonsTouchscreen and side buttonStainless-steel rotating crown; touchscreen
Announced—2024, November 27

Audio & communication

Audio & communication specifications comparison
SpecificationRedmi Watch 3Redmi Watch 5
SpeakerSupportedSupported
MicrophoneSupported2 microphones
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
SensorsHeart-rate sensor with blood-oxygen sensor; accelerometer; gyroscope; geomagnetic sensorHeart-rate and blood-oxygen sensor; accelerometer; gyroscope; ambient-light sensor; electronic compass
Health & wellness featuresHeart rate, blood oxygen, stress, breathing and supported menstrual-cycle records; personal wellness referenceAll-day heart-rate, blood-oxygen and stress monitoring; breathing exercises; vitality score
Sleep trackingDeep, light and REM sleep-stage monitoringAll-day scientific sleep monitoring
Sports / workout modes120+ workout modes including outdoor running, cycling, hiking and swimmingMore than 150 sports modes, including 18 water sports
Training & outdoor features10 built-in running courses and independent five-system GNSS10 running courses; independent 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
Battery capacity289mAh550 mAh
Battery lifeUp to 12 days typical use or 7 days heavy use under manufacturer tests; actual life variesUp to 24 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
Phone compatibilityAndroid 6.0 or above; iOS 12 or aboveAndroid 8.0 or later; iOS 12.0 or later
Companion appMi FitnessMi Fitness
ColorsBlack; IvoryObsidian Black; Silver Gray; Lavender Purple

Additional specifications

Additional specifications specifications comparison
SpecificationRedmi Watch 3Redmi Watch 5
Watch weight without strap37g with included strap—
Display materialGlass with anti-fingerprint coating—
Peak brightnessUp to 600nits, adjustable1,500 nits HBM
Cover / touchscreenSupported—
Heavy-use battery lifeUp to 7 days under manufacturer heavy-use test—
Movement sensorsAccelerometer, gyroscope and geomagnetic sensor—
Bluetooth and Wi-FiBluetooth 5.2; phone pairing through Mi Fitness—
Microphone and speakerBuilt-in speaker and microphone—
Packing listWatch, magnetic charging cable and user manual including warranty noticeWatch; magnetic charging cable; user manual
Sports coach10 built-in running courses—
Case material—Aluminum alloy
Pixels per inch—324 ppi
color—Obsidian Black, Silver Gray, Lavender Purple
Release status—Available. Released 2025, January 15
Card slot—No
Camera—No
3.5 mm headphone jack—No
USB—No
Radio—No

Performance & software

Performance & software specifications comparison
SpecificationRedmi Watch 3Redmi Watch 5
Storage—164 MB locally available
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

For most buyers the Redmi Watch 5 is the better buy; the Redmi Watch 3 makes sense if you want a slimmer build.

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