Xiaomi Smart Band 10 vs Huawei Band 10
The Xiaomi Smart Band 10 is the better watch on paper: it lasts longer (21 days), has a bigger screen and tracks sleep in more depth. The Huawei Band 10 doesn't beat it on any spec that matters.
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Key differences
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Battery life
Xiaomi Smart Band 10 wins
The Xiaomi Smart Band 10 lasts up to 21 days against 8 days.
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Display
Xiaomi Smart Band 10 wins
Both are AMOLED, but the Xiaomi Smart Band 10's screen is bigger (1.72 in against 1.47 in).
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Health
Evenly matched
Much the same health sensors.
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Weight
Evenly matched
Similar weight: 15.95 g and 15 g.
Other differences
- Screen size Xiaomi Smart Band 10 wins
The Xiaomi Smart Band 10 has the bigger screen: 1.72 in against 1.47 in.
- Sleep Xiaomi Smart Band 10 wins
The Xiaomi Smart Band 10 goes further on sleep, with sleep coaching.
Which one should you choose?
Choose the Xiaomi Smart Band 10 if…
- You hate charging: it's rated for up to 21 days in smartwatch mode.
- You want maps and stats easy to read: it has the bigger screen.
- You want to sleep better: it scores each night and tells you what to change.
Choose the Huawei Band 10 if…
- You want it to slide under a sleeve: it's 8.99 mm thick.
- You prefer its look and app: it covers the same essentials as the Xiaomi Smart Band 10.
Full spec comparison
The Xiaomi Smart Band 10 leads on battery life; elsewhere the two are closely matched.
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Overview
| Spec | Xiaomi Smart Band 10 | Huawei Band 10 |
|---|---|---|
| Brand | Xiaomi | Huawei |
| Series | Smart Band | Band |
| Replaces | Xiaomi Smart Band 9 | — |
| Versions | Band 10 Glimmer Edition, Band 10 Ceramic Edition | White, Purple, Green, Blue, Black, Pink |
| Colours | Midnight Black, Glacier Silver, Mystic Rose | Green, Blue, Purple, Pink, White, Black |
| Also sold as | Band 10 | — |
Platform & apps
Both work with the same phones and software.
| Spec | Xiaomi Smart Band 10 | Huawei Band 10 |
|---|---|---|
| Operating system | other | — |
| Works with | iPhone and Android | iPhone and Android |
| Minimum iOS | iOS 14 | iOS 13 |
| Minimum Android | Android 8 | Android 9 |
Display
The Xiaomi Smart Band 10 is ahead on the display.
It has a bigger screen, and the Huawei Band 10 doesn't beat it on anything here.
| Spec | Xiaomi Smart Band 10 | Huawei Band 10 |
|---|---|---|
| Display type | AMOLED | AMOLED |
| Screen size | 1.72 in | 1.47 in |
| Resolution | 212 x 520 | 194 x 368 |
| Pixel density | — | 282 ppi |
| Peak brightness | 1,500 nits | — |
| Colour display | Yes | Yes |
| Always-on display | Yes | Yes |
| Touchscreen | Yes | Yes |
| Controls | touchscreen | touchscreen, buttons |
Design & durability
Each watch has its strengths on size and durability.
The Xiaomi Smart Band 10 comes in 2 sizes, while the Huawei Band 10 is slimmer.
| Spec | Xiaomi Smart Band 10 | Huawei Band 10 |
|---|---|---|
| Case sizes | 46.57 / 47.74 mm | — |
| Case shape | Band | Band |
| Dimensions | 46.57 x 22.54 x 10.95 mm | 43.45 x 24.86 x 8.99 mm |
| Thickness | 10.95 mm | 8.99 mm |
| Weight (case) | 15.95 g | 15 g |
| Case material | Aluminum alloy frame | Aluminum alloy |
| Band material | TPU | Fluoroelastomer |
| Band fitting | quick-release | — |
| Fits wrists | 135-210 mm | 130-210 mm |
| Water resistance | 5 ATM | 5 ATM |
| IP rating | — | IP68 |
| Water standard | ISO 22810:2010 | ISO 22810:2010 |
| Operating temperature | — | 0 to 35 °C |
Battery
The Xiaomi Smart Band 10 is ahead on battery life.
It lasts longer (21 days), and the Huawei Band 10 doesn't beat it on anything here.
| Spec | Xiaomi Smart Band 10 | Huawei Band 10 |
|---|---|---|
| Battery (smartwatch mode) | 21 days | 8 days |
| All battery modes | Smartwatch: 21 days; Always-on display: 9 days; Smartwatch: 8 days | Smartwatch: 8 days; Always-on display: 3 days; Battery saver: 14 days |
| Battery capacity | 233 mAh | — |
| Battery type | Li-Po | — |
| Charging | proprietary-plug | proprietary-plug |
| Full charge time | 60 min | — |
Health & sensors
The Xiaomi Smart Band 10 is ahead on health tracking.
It tracks sleep in more depth, and the Huawei Band 10 doesn't beat it on anything here.
| Spec | Xiaomi Smart Band 10 | Huawei Band 10 |
|---|---|---|
| Sensors | accelerometer, gyroscope, compass, optical HR, SpO2, ambient light | accelerometer, gyroscope, compass, optical HR, ambient light |
| Heart-rate tracking | 24/7 | 24/7 |
| High/low heart-rate alerts | Yes | — |
| Blood oxygen (SpO2) | Yes | Yes |
| Sleep tracking | Sleep coaching | Basic |
| Stress tracking | Yes | Yes |
| Energy score | Vitality score | — |
| Cycle tracking | Yes | — |
Training
Training features are evenly matched.
| Spec | Xiaomi Smart Band 10 | Huawei Band 10 |
|---|---|---|
| Sport profiles | 150 | — |
| Swim tracking | Pool | — |
| Underwater heart rate | Yes | — |
| Training metrics | VO2 max, training load, recovery time | — |
| Heart-rate broadcast | Yes | — |
| External sensors | Bluetooth heart rate broadcast to cycle speedometer | — |
Smart features
Both offer much the same smart features.
| Spec | Xiaomi Smart Band 10 | Huawei Band 10 |
|---|---|---|
| Notifications | Yes | Yes |
| Message replies | Android | — |
| Bluetooth | Bluetooth 5.4 | Bluetooth 5.0 |
| Find my phone | Yes | — |
| Flashlight | Yes | — |
Diving, golf & more
Neither has a specialist edge here.
| Spec | Xiaomi Smart Band 10 | Huawei Band 10 |
|---|---|---|
| Diving | None | — |