The Redmi K80 and Redmi K80 Pro have taken the spotlight in Xiaomi's recent product announcements. Along with these impressive smartphones, the company has also introduced an upgraded fifth-generation model of its Redmi Watch series. For those who may not know, Xiaomi currently markets the Redmi Watch 5 Active and the Redmi Watch 5 Lite globally, with a price tag of $69.99 on Amazon.
Availability and Specifications
In comparison, the Redmi Watch 5 is presently only available in China. Looking at previous releases, it is likely that Xiaomi will launch this new smartwatch to other markets in the future. True to expectations, the Redmi Watch 5 features a sizable 2.07-inch AMOLED display, boasting a resolution of 432 x 514 pixels and an impressive brightness of 1,500 nits.
Design and Battery Life
Additionally, the display is topped with 2.5D curved glass, which adds a nice touch to its design. The watch's mid-frame is made from aluminum alloy, while the crown is crafted from stainless steel. The Redmi Watch 5 is equipped with a 550 mAh battery, which can last over 12 days on a single charge. Plus, it includes GNSS and NFC capabilities, along with a modem that supports Bluetooth 5.3.
Operating System and Health Features
Running on HyperOS 2.0, the Redmi Watch 5 is compatible with smartphones that operate on Android 8.0 and iOS 12.0 or later versions. As with previous models, this latest watch is packed with health monitoring features, including an optical heart rate and blood oxygen sensor. The starting price for the Redmi Watch 5 is CNY 599 (approximately $83), which is only CNY 100 (around $14) more than the Redmi Watch 4. Interestingly, there is also an eSIM version available, which retails for CNY 799 (about $110) at launch.
