Xiaomi Redmi Watch 5 Active vs Apple GPS 46: 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 1,820 (prices checked 6 Nov 2026).

Which one should you choose?

  • Paying less: cheaper by SAR 1,820
  • Charge less often through the week (18 days vs 0.8 days)
  • Lower weight: 31 g vs 46 g
  • Has built-in GPS; the other doesn't
  • Has ECG; the other doesn't

The deciding difference here: battery life and built-in GPS and price.

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

Key differences

  • Case size

    51 mm36 mm
  • Battery life

    ✓ 18 days0.8 days
  • Built-in GPS

    No✓ Yes

Specifications side by side

13 of 13 specs

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Spec
XiaomiSAR 109
Xiaomi Redmi Watch 5 Active specs
AppleSAR 1,929
Apple GPS 46 specs
Reference priceSAR 109SAR 1,929
Battery life✓ 18 days0.8 days
Built-in GPSNo✓ Yes
Cellular (LTE/eSIM)No—
Bluetooth callsYesYes

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Direct comparison questions

What is the difference in battery life between the Xiaomi Redmi Watch 5 Active and the Apple GPS 46?

Battery life is higher on the Xiaomi Redmi Watch 5 Active: 18 days vs 0.8 days on the Apple GPS 46. If this spec is your priority, the difference favours it.

What is the difference in bluetooth calls between the Xiaomi Redmi Watch 5 Active and the Apple GPS 46?

No difference here: bluetooth calls is Yes on both.

What is the difference in built-in GPS between the Xiaomi Redmi Watch 5 Active and the Apple GPS 46?

Xiaomi Redmi Watch 5 Active: No; Apple GPS 46: 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 Apple GPS 46?

Xiaomi Redmi Watch 5 Active: 51 mm; Apple GPS 46: 36 mm. A higher value is not necessarily better for you.