Smartwatches · Garmin
Garmin Forerunner 265- Case size:
- 46 mm
- Display type:
- AMOLED
- Reference price:
- SAR 1,552
Garmin Forerunner 265 vs Xiaomi Watch 5: which one suits you?
The two differ in 4 of the specs we have recorded, and the Xiaomi Watch 5 is cheaper by SAR 573 (prices checked 6 Nov 2026).
Which one should you choose?
Choose the
Garmin Forerunner 265 if you care about:- Charge less often through the week (15 days vs 6 days)
- Lower weight: 39 g vs 45 g · slight difference
Choose the
Xiaomi Watch 5 if you care about:- Paying less: cheaper by SAR 573
- Larger display size: 1.54 in vs 1.4 in · slight difference
The deciding difference here: battery life and price.
Compares recorded specs; a missing spec does not mean the feature is absent.
Key differences
Display size
1.4 in✓ 1.54 inBattery life
✓ 15 days6 daysCase material
Type: Stainless Steel316l Stainless Steel
Specifications side by side
16 of 16 specs
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| Spec | | |
|---|---|---|
| Reference price | SAR 1,552 | SAR 979 |
| Battery life | ✓ 15 days | 6 days |
| Phone compatibility | — | Android |
| Built-in GPS | Yes | Yes |
| Cellular (LTE/eSIM) | Yes | Yes |
| Display size | 1.4 in | ✓ 1.54 in |
| Case material | Type: Stainless Steel | 316l Stainless Steel |
| Weight | ✓ 39 g | 45 g |
| Case size | 46 mm | 46 mm |
| Display type | AMOLED | AMOLED |
| Water resistance | 5 ATM | 5 ATM |
| ECG | — | Yes |
| Heart-rate tracking | — | Yes |
| Contactless payment (NFC) | — | Yes |
| Warranty | 2 years | — |
| Blood oxygen (SpO2) | Yes | Yes |
| Dimensions | — | 28 x 7 x 3.5 centimeters cm |
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Direct comparison questions
What is the difference in battery life between the Garmin Forerunner 265 and the Xiaomi Watch 5?
Battery life is higher on the Garmin Forerunner 265: 15 days vs 6 days on the Xiaomi Watch 5. If this spec is your priority, the difference favours it.
What is the difference in cellular (LTE/eSIM) between the Garmin Forerunner 265 and the Xiaomi Watch 5?
No difference here: cellular (LTE/eSIM) is Yes on both.
What is the difference in built-in GPS between the Garmin Forerunner 265 and the Xiaomi Watch 5?
No difference here: built-in GPS is Yes on both.
What is the difference in case size between the Garmin Forerunner 265 and the Xiaomi Watch 5?
No difference here: case size is 46 mm on both.