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Xiaomi Watch S4 vs Xiaomi Watch S3

Compare battery life, health tracking, display and fit.

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Xiaomi Watch S4

Xiaomi Watch S4

  • Screen: 466 × 466 pixels; 326 ppi.
  • Runs Xiaomi HyperOS 2.
  • Bluetooth 5.3 connection.
  • 486 mAh battery capacity.
  • 5 ATM.
KSh 21,940In 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

With the same 1.43-inch OLED screen and 486 mAh battery, the Xiaomi Watch S4 is the better buy: it has a brighter screen for outdoor use and syncs with apps such as Strava.

Software

Xiaomi Watch S4
Runs Xiaomi HyperOS 2
Xiaomi Watch S3
Runs HyperOS

Connections

Xiaomi Watch S4
Bluetooth 5.3 connection
Xiaomi Watch S3
Bluetooth 5.2 connection

Portability

Xiaomi Watch S4
About 44.5 g
Xiaomi Watch S3
44 g

Sleep tracking

Xiaomi Watch S4
Sleep tracking
Xiaomi Watch S3
Sleep monitoring supported

Peak brightness

Xiaomi Watch S4
1,500 nits HBM
Xiaomi Watch S3
600 nits

Key differences

The main differences to help you choose.

Xiaomi Watch S4

  • Brighter display: up to 1,500 nits (vs 600).
  • Syncs with third-party apps such as Strava and Apple Health.

Xiaomi Watch S3

  • 1.43-inch OLED display, 60 Hz, 326 ppi.
  • BES 2700BP processor.
  • 32 MB.
  • 4 GB storage.

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PriorityXiaomi Watch S4Xiaomi Watch S3
Battery life486 mAh battery486 mAh battery
PortabilityAbout 44.5 g44 g
Display1.43-inch OLED display, 60 Hz, 326 ppi1.43-inch OLED display, 60 Hz, 326 ppi
SoftwareXiaomi HyperOS 2HyperOS
ConnectionsBluetooth 5.3Bluetooth 5.2
Sleep trackingSleep trackingSleep monitoring supported

Detailed comparison

Explore the full specifications, section by section.

Display

Display specifications comparison
SpecificationXiaomi Watch S4Xiaomi Watch S3
Display1.43-inch AMOLED1.43-inch AMOLED
Screen resolution466 × 466 pixels; 326 ppi466 × 466 pixels; 326 ppi
Display protectionScratch/drop-proof glassScratch/drop-proof glass
Display features60 Hz refresh rate; up to 1,500 nits HBM60 Hz refresh rate; always-on display; up to 600 nits brightness

Connectivity

Connectivity specifications comparison
SpecificationXiaomi Watch S4Xiaomi Watch S3
Network / cellularPhone network shared through Bluetooth (Android)Bluetooth-connected smartphone
Wi-FiNoNo
BluetoothBluetooth 5.3Bluetooth 5.2
NFCSupported (regional availability)Supported (regional availability)
Positioning / GNSSGPS; Galileo; GLONASS; BeiDou; QZSSL1+L5 dual-band GNSS; BeiDou; GPS; GLONASS; Galileo; QZSS

Identity & design

Identity & design specifications comparison
SpecificationXiaomi Watch S4Xiaomi Watch S3
BrandXiaomiXiaomi
ModelXiaomi Watch S4Xiaomi Watch S3
Announced2024, October 292023, October 28
Dimensions47.3 × 47.3 × 12.0 mm, excluding strap and protrusions47 × 47 × 12 mm
WeightApproximately 44.5 g without strap44 g without strap
Build materialsAluminum-alloy frameAluminum-alloy frame; stainless-steel bezel; Corning glass
Wrist size140–210 mm (black, silver); 135–210 mm (rainbow)140–210 mm
Strap / bandFluororubber; additional nylon strap with rainbow versionFluororubber
Controls / buttonsRotating crown and side button; touchscreenRotating crown, side control, interchangeable bezel interaction, and touchscreen

Performance & software

Performance & software specifications comparison
SpecificationXiaomi Watch S4Xiaomi Watch S3
Operating systemXiaomi HyperOS 2HyperOS
Processor—BES 2700BP
RAM—32 MB
Storage—4 GB

Audio & communication

Audio & communication specifications comparison
SpecificationXiaomi Watch S4Xiaomi Watch S3
SpeakerSupportedSupported
Microphone2 microphonesSupported
CallingBluetooth calling with a connected smartphoneBluetooth calling with a connected smartphone

Sensors, health & fitness

Sensors, health & fitness specifications comparison
SpecificationXiaomi Watch S4Xiaomi Watch S3
SensorsHeart-rate and blood-oxygen sensor; accelerometer; gyroscope; ambient-light sensor; electronic compass; barometer; Hall sensorHeart-rate and blood-oxygen sensor; accelerometer; gyroscope; electronic compass; barometer; ambient-light sensor; Hall sensor
Health & wellness featuresHeart rate; blood oxygen; stress monitoringHeart rate, blood oxygen, stress, breathing and activity tracking; wellness data is not intended for medical diagnosis
Sleep trackingSleep trackingSleep monitoring supported
Sports / workout modes150+ sports modes150+ sports modes
Training & outdoor featuresRunning-form metrics; professional skiing mode; outdoor routes; running courses—
Safety & emergency featuresSkiing fall detection and emergency-contact calling with a connected smartphone—

Battery & durability

Battery & durability specifications comparison
SpecificationXiaomi Watch S4Xiaomi Watch S3
Battery capacity486 mAh486 mAh lithium-ion polymer
Battery lifeUp to 15 days typical useUp to 15 days typical use with Android; 14.5 days with iOS; 5 days AOD use
Charging2-pin magnetic charging dock2-pin magnetic charging dock
Water resistance5 ATM5 ATM

Compatibility

Compatibility specifications comparison
SpecificationXiaomi Watch S4Xiaomi Watch S3
Phone compatibilityAndroid 8.0 or later; iOS 14.0 or laterAndroid 8.0 or later; iOS 12.0 or later
Companion appMi FitnessMi Fitness
ColorsBlack, Silver, RainbowBlack, Silver, Brown

Additional specifications

Additional specifications specifications comparison
SpecificationXiaomi Watch S4Xiaomi Watch S3
Case materialAluminum alloyAluminum alloy
Watch weight without strapApproximately 44.5g without strap—
Display materialAMOLED—
Pixels per inch326 ppi326 ppi
Peak brightness1,500 nits HBM600 nits
Cover / touchscreenSupported—
Packing listWatch with bezel and strap; magnetic charging dock; user manualWatch with bezel and strap; charging dock; user manual
Third-party fitness appsHealth Connect; Strava; Suunto synchronization—
Release statusAvailable. Released 2024, October 29Available. Released 2023, October 28
Card slotNoNo
CameraNoNo
3.5 mm headphone jackNoNo
USBNoNo
RadioNoNo
Model numbers—M2323W1

Similarities

  • Both have 486 mAh batteries.
  • Both have 60 Hz displays.
  • Both have NFC.
  • Both have an aluminium case.
  • Both are water resistant to 50 m.
  • Both are rated for up to 15 days of typical use on a charge.

In summary

The Xiaomi Watch S4 is the better buy for almost everyone, with a brighter screen for outdoor use and syncing with apps such as Strava.

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