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Redmi Watch 5 vs Xiaomi Watch S3

Compare battery life, health tracking, display and fit.

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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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Xiaomi Watch S3

Xiaomi Watch S3

  • Screen: 466 × 466 pixels; 326 ppi.
  • BES 2700BP processor.
  • 4 GB storage in this version.
  • Runs HyperOS.
  • Bluetooth 5.2 connection.
KSh 18,000In 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, brighter screen.

Display

Redmi Watch 5
432 × 514 pixels; 324 ppi
Xiaomi Watch S3
466 × 466 pixels; 326 ppi

Software

Redmi Watch 5
Runs Xiaomi HyperOS
Xiaomi Watch S3
Runs HyperOS

Connections

Redmi Watch 5
Bluetooth 5.3 connection
Xiaomi Watch S3
Bluetooth 5.2 connection

Capacity

Redmi Watch 5
550 mAh battery capacity
Xiaomi Watch S3
486 mAh battery capacity

Portability

Redmi Watch 5
About 33.5 g
Xiaomi Watch S3
44 g

Key differences

The main differences to help you choose.

Redmi Watch 5

  • Longer battery life: up to 24 days in typical use (vs 15).
  • Bigger battery: 550 mAh (vs 486 mAh).
  • Larger 2.07-inch screen (vs 1.43-inch).
  • Brighter display: up to 1,500 nits (vs 600).
  • Lighter: about 33.5 g (vs 44 g).

Xiaomi Watch S3

  • Charging: 2-pin magnetic charging dock.

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PriorityRedmi Watch 5Xiaomi Watch S3
Battery life550 mAh battery486 mAh battery
PortabilityAbout 33.5 g44 g
Storage164 MB locally available4 GB storage
Display2.07-inch OLED display, 60 Hz, 324 ppi1.43-inch OLED display, 60 Hz, 326 ppi
SoftwareXiaomi HyperOSHyperOS
ConnectionsBluetooth 5.3Bluetooth 5.2

Detailed comparison

Explore the full specifications, section by section.

Display

Display specifications comparison
SpecificationRedmi Watch 5Xiaomi Watch S3
Display2.07-inch AMOLED1.43-inch AMOLED
Screen resolution432 × 514 pixels; 324 ppi466 × 466 pixels; 326 ppi
Display features60 Hz refresh rate; 82% screen-to-body ratio60 Hz refresh rate; always-on display; up to 600 nits brightness
Display protection—Scratch/drop-proof glass

Connectivity

Connectivity specifications comparison
SpecificationRedmi Watch 5Xiaomi Watch S3
Network / cellularBluetooth-connected smartphoneBluetooth-connected smartphone
Wi-FiNoNo
BluetoothBluetooth 5.3Bluetooth 5.2
NFCNFC (China only)Supported (regional availability)
Positioning / GNSSGPS; Galileo; GLONASS; BeiDou; QZSSL1+L5 dual-band GNSS; BeiDou; GPS; GLONASS; Galileo; QZSS

Identity & design

Identity & design specifications comparison
SpecificationRedmi Watch 5Xiaomi Watch S3
BrandRedmiXiaomi
ModelRedmi Watch 5Xiaomi Watch S3
Announced2024, November 272023, October 28
Dimensions47.5 × 41.1 × 11.3 mm, excluding strap and protrusions47 × 47 × 12 mm
WeightApproximately 33.5 g without strap44 g without strap
Build materialsAluminum-alloy frameAluminum-alloy frame; stainless-steel bezel; Corning glass
Wrist size135–205 mm140–210 mm
Strap / bandTPUFluororubber
Controls / buttonsStainless-steel rotating crown; touchscreenRotating crown, side control, interchangeable bezel interaction, and touchscreen

Performance & software

Performance & software specifications comparison
SpecificationRedmi Watch 5Xiaomi Watch S3
Storage164 MB locally available4 GB
Operating systemXiaomi HyperOSHyperOS
Processor—BES 2700BP
RAM—32 MB

Audio & communication

Audio & communication specifications comparison
SpecificationRedmi Watch 5Xiaomi Watch S3
SpeakerSupportedSupported
Microphone2 microphonesSupported
CallingBluetooth calling with a connected smartphoneBluetooth calling with a connected smartphone

Sensors, health & fitness

Sensors, health & fitness specifications comparison
SpecificationRedmi Watch 5Xiaomi Watch S3
SensorsHeart-rate and blood-oxygen sensor; accelerometer; gyroscope; ambient-light sensor; electronic compassHeart-rate and blood-oxygen sensor; accelerometer; gyroscope; electronic compass; barometer; ambient-light sensor; Hall sensor
Health & wellness featuresAll-day heart-rate, blood-oxygen and stress monitoring; breathing exercises; vitality scoreHeart rate, blood oxygen, stress, breathing and activity tracking; wellness data is not intended for medical diagnosis
Sleep trackingAll-day scientific sleep monitoringSleep monitoring supported
Sports / workout modesMore than 150 sports modes, including 18 water sports150+ sports modes
Training & outdoor features10 running courses; independent five-system GNSS—

Battery & durability

Battery & durability specifications comparison
SpecificationRedmi Watch 5Xiaomi Watch S3
Battery capacity550 mAh486 mAh lithium-ion polymer
Battery lifeUp to 24 days typical useUp to 15 days typical use with Android; 14.5 days with iOS; 5 days AOD use
ChargingMagnetic charging cable2-pin magnetic charging dock
Water resistance5 ATM5 ATM

Compatibility

Compatibility specifications comparison
SpecificationRedmi Watch 5Xiaomi Watch S3
Phone compatibilityAndroid 8.0 or later; iOS 12.0 or laterAndroid 8.0 or later; iOS 12.0 or later
Companion appMi FitnessMi Fitness
ColorsObsidian Black; Silver Gray; Lavender PurpleBlack, Silver, Brown

Additional specifications

Additional specifications specifications comparison
SpecificationRedmi Watch 5Xiaomi Watch S3
Case materialAluminum alloyAluminum alloy
Pixels per inch324 ppi326 ppi
Peak brightness1,500 nits HBM600 nits
Packing listWatch; magnetic charging cable; user manualWatch with bezel and strap; charging dock; user manual
colorObsidian Black, Silver Gray, Lavender Purple—
Release statusAvailable. Released 2025, January 15Available. Released 2023, October 28
Card slotNoNo
CameraNoNo
3.5 mm headphone jackNoNo
USBNoNo
RadioNoNo
Model numbers—M2323W1

Similarities

  • Both have 60 Hz displays.
  • Both have an aluminium case.
  • Both are water resistant to 50 m.
  • Both take calls over Bluetooth.
  • Both connect over Bluetooth.

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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