Redmi Watch 5 Lite: Large AMOLED screen, modern design, independent GPS
Redmi Watch 5 Lite remains loyal to the familiar square face design of the Redmi Watch series so far with rounded corners, creating a modern feel.
Redmi Watch 5 Lite (left) and Redmi Watch 5 Active (right)
The watch frame is made of hard plastic with a metal coating and tempered glass surface, making the product both sturdy and shiny. The finish is quite good, sturdy and sturdy. However, such a glossy plated border can easily peel off over time and attract many fingerprints and sweat stains. You will need to pay a little attention to care during use and movement.
The light weight of this watch provides comfort when worn for long periods of time or when exercising or monitoring sleep. Soft, breathable TPU strap with sweat drainage slots, has two color options: apricot yellow and black, and four stylish strap colors for users to choose from.
Large 1.96 inch flat AMOLED screen, high resolution of 410 x 502 pixels, ensures sharp images, with high brightness of 600 nit, clear display even under strong light. Even though the screen border is quite thick, the swiping experience is still smooth and intuitive.
Thanks to the AMOLED screen, Redmi Watch 5 Lite also integrates the Always On Display feature, displaying basic information such as date, time and battery level without having to fully light up the screen, suitable when you need to constantly see the time. custom. In addition, Xiaomi offers more than 200 optional watch faces, from modern to classic styles, helping users easily personalize their devices.
Redmi Watch 5 Lite is equipped with a sensor to measure heart rate, blood oxygen level (SpO2), monitor sleep, menstrual cycle and count steps. The device supports more than 150 exercise modes, and comes with a GNSS global positioning system (GPS, GLONASS, Galileo, QZSS, Beidou) to help determine exact location even in weak signal environments.
5 ATM water resistance helps the watch work well in water environments such as when swimming or washing hands and has full water sports modes such as swimming and rowing.
With Bluetooth v5.3 technology, Redmi Watch 5 Lite can easily connect to the Mi Fitness application on the phone, synchronizing call notifications, messages and health data. The watch operates on the Xiaomi HyperOS operating system, which enhances connection stability. In addition, the device has a dual microphone system and noise cancellation technology, improving call quality.
Redmi Watch 5 Lite (left) and Redmi Watch 5 Active (right) have different strap mechanisms
The Redmi Watch 5 Lite’s 470 mAh battery capacity allows up to 18 days of use in basic mode or 7 days when Always On Display is enabled. According to my actual experience, when using normally, only receiving notifications, calls and measuring running and sports data, this smartwatch lasts about 14 days.
Redmi Watch 5 Active: Super large LCD screen, strong battery, just enough for common needs
Redmi Watch 5 Active has the same design as Redmi Watch 5 Lite but has a stronger style with a rough-finished plastic frame, suitable for users who prefer durability.
This version has a 2-inch flat LCD screen that is “super huge” in the smartwatch world, providing a spacious display experience. This screen has a maximum brightness of 500 nits, meeting quite well for outdoor display needs.
Redmi Watch 5 Lite (left) has an AMOLED screen and Redmi Watch 5 Active (right) has an LCD screen
However, compared to the Lite version, Redmi Watch 5 Active has a larger screen but the resolution is only 320 x 385 pixels so it is less sharp. Color quality and contrast are only at a basic level, meeting common display needs. Besides, Xiaomi Redmi Watch 5 Active does not support automatic brightness change and also does not have an Always On Display.
The TPU strap is soft and breathable, making it comfortable to wear for long periods of time. However, Active’s strap is a bit shorter in length than Lite’s, so users should pay attention to choosing the appropriate strap size. The product has two colors: midnight black and matte silver, creating a youthful feeling.
Redmi Watch 5 Active is also equipped with sensors to measure heart rate, SpO2 and monitor sleep and menstrual cycle. The device supports more than 140 different exercise modes, suitable for both beginners and experienced users. One thing to note is that although the Redmi Watch 5 Active is 5ATM water resistant like the Lite version, it does not have a mode to track water sports such as swimming or rowing.
Redmi Watch 5 Lite (left) has full water sports modes while Redmi Watch 5 Active (right) does not have these modes even though both meet the 5ATM waterproof standard and can be worn swimming.
Redmi Watch 5 Active operates on Xiaomi’s HyperOS operating system, ensuring stable connection to the phone via Bluetooth v5.3. The watch is compatible with the Mi Fitness app on both Android and iOS, helping to sync health information and receive notifications easily.
The device also has a dual microphone system and noise cancellation technology, providing a clear call experience. However, Redmi Watch 5 Active does not have independent GPS and will need to use GPS from the phone for positioning. The battery capacity of Redmi Watch 5 Active is equivalent to the Lite version, reaching 18 days in basic mode.
Summary
Redmi Watch 5 Lite and Redmi Watch 5 Active are both reasonable choices in the popular price segment. Both products fully meet the necessary health and sports features, suitable for users looking for a convenient and accessible smartwatch.
Version Redmi Watch 5 Lite Suitable for people who require high display quality, exercise tracking ability with AMOLED screen, independent GPS, swimming and rowing modes at a price of 1,290,000 VND.
Meanwhile, Ban Redmi Watch 5 Active Priced at 790,000 VND, 500 thousand VND lower, it has the advantage of a spacious 2-inch screen, although the display quality will not be as good as the Lite version, without independent GPS and water sports exercises.