Xiaomi Redmi Watch 5 vs Xiaomi Redmi Watch 6
The Redmi Watch 5 has the edge: it lasts longer (24 days). The Redmi Watch 6 still is slimmer, so it's worth a look if that matters more to you.
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Key differences
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Battery life
Redmi Watch 5 wins
The Xiaomi Redmi Watch 5 lasts up to 24 days against 12 days.
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GPS
Evenly matched
Both have built-in GPS with similar features.
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Display
Evenly matched
Both have AMOLED screens of a similar size.
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Health
Evenly matched
Much the same health sensors.
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Weight
Evenly matched
Similar weight: 33.5 g and 31 g.
Which one should you choose?
Choose the Redmi Watch 5 if…
- You hate charging: it's rated for up to 24 days in smartwatch mode.
- You prefer its look and app: it covers the same essentials as the Redmi Watch 6.
Choose the Redmi Watch 6 if…
- You want it to slide under a sleeve: it's 9.94 mm thick.
- You prefer its look and app: it covers the same essentials as the Redmi Watch 5.
Full spec comparison
The Redmi Watch 5 leads on battery life; elsewhere the two are closely matched.
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Overview
| Spec | Xiaomi Redmi Watch 5 | Xiaomi Redmi Watch 6 |
|---|---|---|
| Brand | Xiaomi | Xiaomi |
| Series | Redmi Watch | Redmi Watch |
| Replaces | Redmi Watch 4 | REDMI Watch 5 |
| Colours | Obsidian Black, Silver Gray, Lavender Purple | Obsidian Black, Silver Gray, Glacier Blue |
Platform & apps
Both work with the same phones and software.
| Spec | Xiaomi Redmi Watch 5 | Xiaomi Redmi Watch 6 |
|---|---|---|
| Operating system | other | other |
| Works with | iPhone and Android | iPhone and Android |
| Minimum iOS | iOS 12 | iOS 14 |
| Minimum Android | Android 8 | Android 8 |
| Storage | 0.164 GB | 0.5 GB |
Display
The screens are closely matched.
| Spec | Xiaomi Redmi Watch 5 | Xiaomi Redmi Watch 6 |
|---|---|---|
| Display type | AMOLED | AMOLED |
| Screen size | 2.07 in | 2.07 in |
| Resolution | 432 x 514 | 432 x 514 |
| Pixel density | 324 ppi | 324 ppi |
| Peak brightness | 1,500 nits | 2,000 nits |
| Colour display | Yes | Yes |
| Always-on display | — | Yes |
| Controls | crown | touchscreen, buttons, crown |
Design & durability
The Redmi Watch 6 is ahead on size and durability.
It is slimmer, and the Redmi Watch 5 doesn't beat it on anything here.
| Spec | Xiaomi Redmi Watch 5 | Xiaomi Redmi Watch 6 |
|---|---|---|
| Case sizes | 47.5 mm | 46.45 mm |
| Case shape | Square | Square |
| Dimensions | 47.5 x 41.1 x 11.3 mm | 46.45 x 40.03 x 9.94 mm |
| Thickness | 11.3 mm | 9.94 mm |
| Weight (case) | 33.5 g | 31 g |
| Case material | Aluminum alloy | Aluminum alloy |
| Band material | TPU | TPU |
| Band fitting | Quick Release | quick-release |
| Fits wrists | 135-205 mm | 135-205 mm |
| Water resistance | 5 ATM | 5 ATM |
| Water standard | ISO 22810:2010 | GB/T 30106: 2013 |
Battery
The Redmi Watch 5 is ahead on battery life.
It lasts longer (24 days), and the Redmi Watch 6 doesn't beat it on anything here.
| Spec | Xiaomi Redmi Watch 5 | Xiaomi Redmi Watch 6 |
|---|---|---|
| Battery (smartwatch mode) | 24 days | 12 days |
| All battery modes | Smartwatch: 24 days | Battery saver: 24 days; Smartwatch: 12 days; Always-on display: 7 days |
| Battery capacity | 550 mAh | 550 mAh |
| Charging | puck | proprietary-plug |
GPS & navigation
Both have built-in GPS with similar capabilities.
| Spec | Xiaomi Redmi Watch 5 | Xiaomi Redmi Watch 6 |
|---|---|---|
| GPS | Built-in | Built-in |
| Satellite systems | GPS, Galileo, GLONASS, BeiDou, QZSS | GPS, Galileo, GLONASS, BeiDou, QZSS |
Health & sensors
Both track much the same health data.
Heart rate, sleep and the extra sensors line up closely.
| Spec | Xiaomi Redmi Watch 5 | Xiaomi Redmi Watch 6 |
|---|---|---|
| Sensors | optical HR, SpO2, accelerometer, gyroscope, ambient light, compass | optical HR, SpO2, accelerometer, gyroscope, compass, ambient light |
| Heart-rate tracking | 24/7 | 24/7 |
| High/low heart-rate alerts | — | Yes |
| Blood oxygen (SpO2) | Yes | Yes |
| Sleep tracking | Basic | Sleep stages |
| Stress tracking | Yes | Yes |
| Energy score | Vitality score | — |
| Cycle tracking | — | Yes |
Safety
Both offer much the same safety features.
| Spec | Xiaomi Redmi Watch 5 | Xiaomi Redmi Watch 6 |
|---|---|---|
| Emergency SOS | — | Via phone |
Training
Training features are evenly matched.
| Spec | Xiaomi Redmi Watch 5 | Xiaomi Redmi Watch 6 |
|---|---|---|
| Sport profiles | 150 | 150 |
| Swim tracking | — | Pool |
| Underwater heart rate | — | Yes |
Smart features
Both offer much the same smart features.
| Spec | Xiaomi Redmi Watch 5 | Xiaomi Redmi Watch 6 |
|---|---|---|
| Notifications | Yes | Yes |
| Calls on the watch | Yes | Yes |
| Speaker | Yes | Yes |
| Microphone | Yes | Yes |
| Cellular | — | None |
| Bluetooth | Bluetooth 5.3 | Bluetooth 5.4 |
| Find my phone | Yes | — |
| Flashlight | Yes | — |
Diving, golf & more
Neither has a specialist edge here.
| Spec | Xiaomi Redmi Watch 5 | Xiaomi Redmi Watch 6 |
|---|---|---|
| Diving | None | None |