Xiaomi Smart Band 9 Pro (left) and Xiaomi Smart Band 9 Active (right)
With the two latest products in the Smart Band line, Xiaomi continues to affirm its position in the smart wearable device segment. Xiaomi Smart Band 9 Pro and Xiaomi Smart Band 9 Active offer two clear options for users: one side is groundbreaking, high-end features, the other side is reasonable price and convenience. Currently, Xiaomi Smart Band 9 Pro costs about 1.8 million VND while Smart Band 9 Active costs about 600 thousand VND.
Below are my experiences over the past week with Xiaomi’s 2 latest Smart Band models. Please follow along.
Xiaomi Smart Band 9 Pro: High-end Smart Band option, close to SmartWatch
Xiaomi Smart Band 9 Pro Also known as Mi Band 9 Pro, it impresses right from its screen improvements. Large size up to 1.74 inches AMOLED with resolution of 336×480 pixels, maximum brightness of 1200 nit for clear display even under strong sunlight.
Xiaomi Smart Band 9 Pro has a large square screen similar to smartwatch models
The screen is square, close to smartwatch models, and if I take a quick look, I really don’t think this is just a Smart Band model. The point that makes Xiaomi still position the 9 Pro version as Smart Band is because there is no physical button, it does not support direct calls and is optimized in weight and size compared to smartwatches.
This screen also has a light sensor that automatically adjusts brightness to enhance the user experience. The 2.5D curved screen design not only enhances aesthetics but also makes touching smooth and comfortable. The four-sided thin screen border provides a beautiful display experience, closer to that of more high-end devices.
The device’s frame is also made from aluminum alloy, creating a high impression of aesthetics and durability. Xiaomi also offers a diverse collection of straps, from youthful TPU material, leather straps, to magnetic straps. Changing the strap is very easy with the push-button mechanism.
The leather strap model with the magnetic magnet mechanism is really convenient and luxurious. Just wrap the strap around your wrist and the strap will automatically snap together, you don’t need to latch or install any buttons. The brown leather strap also makes the Smart Band 9 Pro look more luxurious, matching the analog watch face very well.
A valuable upgrade on Smart Band 9 Pro is the independent GNSS system that supports many satellite positioning systems such as GPS, GLONASS, Galileo, BeiDou and QZSS, helping to track location with 33% higher accuracy. This allows the device to track outdoor sports such as running, cycling or climbing without having to carry a phone. However, the positioning speed of the bracelet model is still a bit slower than high-end smartwatch models with dual-band positioning.
The device supports users in monitoring a variety of health, from heart rate, blood oxygen levels, stress levels to sleep quality… Xiaomi Smart Band 9 Pro’s accuracy increased by 15% compared to its predecessor. In particular, the device provides more than 150 sports modes, helping users choose to suit their needs and lifestyle.
Advanced monitoring features such as swimming and jogging are also integrated by Xiaomi. In addition, Mi Band 9 Pro also supports sleep monitoring with the ability to analyze states such as REM, light sleep and deep sleep. Stress measurement and warning features also help users maintain psychological stability.
The Linear vibration system replaces the previous Rotor, providing a more refined, smoother vibration response. Used in the Breath Training feature, vibration feedback shows even greater improvement.
With a 350mAh battery, Mi Band 9 Pro provides 21 days of use with basic features. In case of high intensity use and turning on features such as heart rate measurement, GPS or Always-On Display, the device will still last 8-10 days.
Xiaomi Smart Band 9 Active: Compact and economical
Xiaomi Smart Band 9 Active Equipped with a 1.47 inch TFT screen with a 60Hz refresh rate. Even though the maximum brightness is only 450 nits, the screen is still enough to display basic information. Wider screen ratio can display more content such as messages or menu icons. However, the resolution is not high so the display quality will be a bit porous.
Xiaomi Smart Band 9 Active has a rectangular screen
The good thing is that Xiaomi Smart Band 9 Active has a neat design, flexible strap and can easily change straps. Although it does not support high-end AMOLED screens, Active still brings a familiar feeling to those new to smart wearable devices.
Mi Band 9 Active supports measuring heart rate, blood oxygen, sleep, and 50 basic sports. However, Active does not support GNSS and swimming, despite being 5 ATM waterproof.
With a 300mAh battery, Active provides 18 days of use. Although it does not reach the sophisticated structure of the Pro line, the Active is an affordable choice, worth considering for beginners.
Summary
With the addition of two versions of Band 9 and Band 9 Pro, Xiaomi now has three different versions of Band 9 with selling prices of 600 thousand VND, 890 thousand VND and 1.8 million VND respectively.
While the Band 9 model has a compact, eye-catching design, bright screen, thin and light design, comfortable to wear, diverse watch faces, equipped with many health support features, long battery life. , and can be used while swimming, the Band 9 Pro will be for those who like more advanced features such as a large, square smartwatch screen, an independent positioning GNSS system, and a sharp metal frame.
As for Band 9 Active, the device will be suitable for those who want to save money as much as possible, only need basic features but still benefit from a spacious screen, convenient strap changing mechanism, and long-lasting performance. durable battery.