Display
- Xiaomi Watch S1 Active
- 466 × 466 pixels
- Redmi Watch 5
- 432 × 514 pixels; 324 ppi
Wearable comparison
Xiaomi Watch S1 vs Redmi Watch 5
Compare battery life, health tracking, display and fit.
01Selected  Xiaomi Watch S1 Active
KSh 16,000In Stock | 02  Redmi Watch 5
KSh 15,680In Stock |
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Our quick verdict
The Redmi Watch 5 is the better buy: it lasts longer between charges (24 days typical), is lighter to wear all day and has a larger 2.07-inch screen.
Software
- Xiaomi Watch S1 Active
- Runs Proprietary OS
- Redmi Watch 5
- Runs Xiaomi HyperOS
Connections
- Xiaomi Watch S1 Active
- Bluetooth 5.2 connection
- Redmi Watch 5
- Bluetooth 5.3 connection
Capacity
- Xiaomi Watch S1 Active
- 470 mAh battery capacity
- Redmi Watch 5
- 550 mAh battery capacity
Portability
- Xiaomi Watch S1 Active
- 36 g
- Redmi Watch 5
- About 33.5 g
Key differences
The main differences to help you choose.
Xiaomi Watch S1 Active
- 1.43-inch OLED display.
- 470 mAh battery.
- 5 ATM.
- Proprietary OS.
Redmi Watch 5
- Longer battery life: up to 24 days in typical use (vs 12).
- Bigger battery: 550 mAh (vs 470 mAh).
- Larger 2.07-inch screen (vs 1.43-inch).
- Lighter: about 33.5 g (vs 36 g).
- Aluminium case (vs plastic case).
- Newer model: released in 2024 (vs 2022).
What matters most to you?
6 priorities selected.
| Priority | Xiaomi Watch S1 Active | Redmi Watch 5 |
|---|---|---|
| Battery life | 470 mAh battery | 550 mAh battery |
| Portability | 36 g | About 33.5 g |
| Display | 1.43-inch OLED display | 2.07-inch OLED display, 60 Hz, 324 ppi |
| Software | Proprietary OS | Xiaomi HyperOS |
| Connections | Wi-Fi 4, Bluetooth 5.2 | Bluetooth 5.3 |
| Sleep tracking | Night sleep and supported naps | All-day scientific sleep monitoring |
| Microphone | Supported | 2 microphones |
| NFC | Yes | NFC (China only) |
| Positioning / GNSS | GPS, GLONASS | GPS, galileo |
| Health & wellness features | Heart rate, blood oxygen, stress and supported cycle tracking | All-day heart-rate, blood-oxygen and stress monitoring |
| Controls / buttons | Touchscreen and side buttons | Stainless-steel rotating crown, touchscreen |
| Wrist size | 160–220 mm | 135–205 mm |
| Training & outdoor features | Outdoor route recording with independent dual-band GNSS | 10 running courses, independent five-system GNSS |
| Case material | Glass-fibre-reinforced polyamide | Aluminum alloy |
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Detailed comparison
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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 is the better buy for almost everyone, with longer battery life and a lighter watch for all-day wear.
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