Key Takeaways
1. Design Improvements: The Vivo Watch 5 features a similar design to its predecessor, with a 1.43-inch curved AMOLED display, 60Hz refresh rate, and two color options (Night Black and Moonlight White).
2. Enhanced Health Monitoring: The smartwatch includes advanced health tracking features such as continuous heart rate monitoring, blood oxygen levels, stress levels, sleep tracking, and insights into blood pressure and heart health.
3. Smart Features: Operating on BlueOS 2.0, it offers an AI Sports Coach for workout recommendations, Bluetooth calling, music control, notifications, and NFC for payments, although third-party app availability is limited.
4. Long Battery Life: The Watch 5 boasts a battery life of up to 22 days in Bluetooth mode, supported by improved power management and an AI Smart Window feature for organizing information.
5. Pricing and Availability: The smartwatch is priced at CNY 799 (about $109) for the silicone strap model and CNY 999 (around $136) for the leather strap version, with pre-orders starting and official sales beginning on April 29.
Along with the latest X200 smartphone series and a few new tablets, Vivo has unveiled a smartwatch named the Watch 5 in China. This device offers slight improvements over the Watch 3, focusing on enhancements in its design, sports tracking capabilities, and health monitoring features.
Design Features
At first look, the design of the Watch 5 appears quite similar to its predecessor. It maintains the classic circular face and sports a 1.43-inch curved AMOLED display that boasts a 60Hz refresh rate and an impressive brightness of up to 1500 nits. The watch comes in two color options: Night Black and Moonlight White, with choices of aluminum alloy or stainless steel cases. Weighing only 32g without the strap, it’s a slight reduction from the previous model’s weight of 35g. Users have the option to select between silicone or leather straps according to their taste.
Smart Features and Health Monitoring
This year’s edition operates on BlueOS 2.0, which includes several new software features. Among them is the AI Sports Coach, capable of analyzing running form and efficiency while also providing fat-burning workout recommendations based on real-time heart rate data. Vivo asserts that it offers a more comprehensive range of health monitoring functions, such as continuous heart rate, blood oxygen, stress levels, sleep tracking, and involvement in studies concerning blood pressure and heart health.
However, similar to the Watch 3, this smartwatch doesn’t feature a full operating system. While there is a functional app store, the availability of third-party apps is limited. It does, however, provide essential functions like Bluetooth calling, music control, and notifications. The device also has NFC for payments, GPS for outdoor activities, and it is rated 5ATM for water resistance.
Battery Life and Compatibility
One of the standout features of the Watch 5 is its battery longevity. Vivo claims the smartwatch can endure up to 22 days when used in Bluetooth mode under typical conditions, thanks to improved power management. Additionally, a new AI Smart Window feature organizes information based on what you are likely to need the most, based on your usage habits.
The Watch 5 is compatible with both Android and iOS devices, which is not always guaranteed in the smartwatch market. For users in China, WeChat functionality is integrated directly into the watch.
Pricing and Launch Details
The Vivo Watch 5 is available at a price of CNY 799 (approximately $109) for the model with a silicone strap and CNY 999 (around $136) for the leather strap version. Pre-orders have already begun, with official sales set to commence on April 29. There has been no announcement regarding its availability in international markets.
