Xiaomi Redmi Watch 5 Active vs Amazfit Active 2: which one suits you?

The two differ in 7 of the specs we have recorded, and the Xiaomi Redmi Watch 5 Active is cheaper by SAR 577 (prices checked 6 Nov 2026).

Which one should you choose?

  • Paying less: cheaper by SAR 577
  • Larger display size: 2 in vs 1.32 in
  • Charge less often through the week (18 days vs 10 days)
  • Has built-in GPS; the other doesn't
  • Has contactless payment (NFC); the other doesn't

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

  • Case size

    51 mm44 mm
  • Display type

    LCDAMOLED
  • Display size

    ✓ 2 in1.32 in

Specifications side by side

14 of 14 specs

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Spec
XiaomiSAR 109
Xiaomi Redmi Watch 5 Active specs
AmazfitSAR 686
Amazfit Active 2 specs
Reference priceSAR 109SAR 686
Battery life✓ 18 days10 days
Built-in GPSNo✓ Yes
Cellular (LTE/eSIM)No—
Bluetooth callsYes—

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Direct comparison questions

What is the difference in battery life between the Xiaomi Redmi Watch 5 Active and the Amazfit Active 2?

Battery life is higher on the Xiaomi Redmi Watch 5 Active: 18 days vs 10 days on the Amazfit Active 2. If this spec is your priority, the difference favours it.

What is the difference in built-in GPS between the Xiaomi Redmi Watch 5 Active and the Amazfit Active 2?

Xiaomi Redmi Watch 5 Active: No; Amazfit Active 2: Yes. This is a spec difference, not a verdict that one is better overall.

What is the difference in case size between the Xiaomi Redmi Watch 5 Active and the Amazfit Active 2?

Xiaomi Redmi Watch 5 Active: 51 mm; Amazfit Active 2: 44 mm. A higher value is not necessarily better for you.

What is the difference in water resistance between the Xiaomi Redmi Watch 5 Active and the Amazfit Active 2?

No difference here: water resistance is 5 ATM on both.