Garmin tactix 7 - Pro Ballistics Edition vs Xiaomi Redmi Watch 5 Active: which one suits you?

The two differ in 5 of the specs we have recorded, and the Xiaomi Redmi Watch 5 Active is cheaper by SAR 6,780 (prices checked 3 Nov 2026).

Which one should you choose?

  • Charge less often through the week (37 days vs 18 days)
  • Has built-in GPS; the other doesn't
  • Has cellular (LTE/eSIM); the other doesn't
  • Paying less: cheaper by SAR 6,780
  • Larger display size: 2 in vs 1.4 in
  • Lower weight: 31 g vs 90 g

The deciding difference here: display size and battery life and price.

Compares recorded specs; a missing spec does not mean the feature is absent.

Key differences

  • Display size

    1.4 in✓ 2 in
  • Battery life

    ✓ 37 days18 days
  • Built-in GPS

    ✓ YesNo

Specifications side by side

16 of 16 specs

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Spec
GarminSAR 6,889
Garmin tactix 7 - Pro Ballistics Edition specs
XiaomiSAR 109
Xiaomi Redmi Watch 5 Active specs
Reference priceSAR 6,889SAR 109
Battery life✓ 37 days18 days
Built-in GPS✓ YesNo
Cellular (LTE/eSIM)✓ YesNo
Bluetooth calls—Yes
Phone compatibilitySmartphone—

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Direct comparison questions

What is the difference in battery life between the Garmin tactix 7 - Pro Ballistics Edition and the Xiaomi Redmi Watch 5 Active?

Battery life is higher on the Garmin tactix 7 - Pro Ballistics Edition: 37 days vs 18 days on the Xiaomi Redmi Watch 5 Active. If this spec is your priority, the difference favours it.

What is the difference in cellular (LTE/eSIM) between the Garmin tactix 7 - Pro Ballistics Edition and the Xiaomi Redmi Watch 5 Active?

Garmin tactix 7 - Pro Ballistics Edition: Yes; Xiaomi Redmi Watch 5 Active: No. This is a spec difference, not a verdict that one is better overall.

What is the difference in built-in GPS between the Garmin tactix 7 - Pro Ballistics Edition and the Xiaomi Redmi Watch 5 Active?

Garmin tactix 7 - Pro Ballistics Edition: Yes; Xiaomi Redmi Watch 5 Active: No. This is a spec difference, not a verdict that one is better overall.

What is the difference in display type between the Garmin tactix 7 - Pro Ballistics Edition and the Xiaomi Redmi Watch 5 Active?

No difference here: display type is LCD on both.