Smartwatches · Xiaomi
Xiaomi Redmi Watch 5 Active- Case size:
- 51 mm
- Display type:
- LCD
- Reference price:
- SAR 109
Xiaomi Redmi Watch 5 Active vs Xiaomi Watch 5: which one suits you?
The two differ in 9 of the specs we have recorded, and the Xiaomi Redmi Watch 5 Active is cheaper by SAR 870 (prices checked 6 Nov 2026).
Which one should you choose?
- Paying less: cheaper by SAR 870
- Larger display size: 2 in vs 1.54 in
- Charge less often through the week (18 days vs 6 days)
- Lower weight: 31 g vs 45 g
Choose the
Xiaomi Watch 5 if you care about:- Has built-in GPS; the other doesn't
- Has cellular (LTE/eSIM); the other doesn't
- Has ECG; 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 mm46 mmDisplay type
LCDAMOLEDDisplay size
✓ 2 in1.54 in
Specifications side by side
16 of 16 specs
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| Spec | | |
|---|---|---|
| Reference price | SAR 109 | SAR 979 |
| Battery life | ✓ 18 days | 6 days |
| Built-in GPS | No | ✓ Yes |
| Cellular (LTE/eSIM) | No | ✓ Yes |
| Bluetooth calls | Yes | — |
| Phone compatibility | — | Android |
| Case size | 51 mm | 46 mm |
| Display type | LCD | AMOLED |
| Display size | ✓ 2 in | 1.54 in |
| Case material | — | 316l Stainless Steel |
| Weight | ✓ 31 g | 45 g |
| Water resistance | 5 ATM | 5 ATM |
| ECG | No | ✓ Yes |
| Contactless payment (NFC) | No | ✓ Yes |
| Heart-rate tracking | Yes | Yes |
| 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 Xiaomi Redmi Watch 5 Active and the Xiaomi Watch 5?
Battery life is higher on the Xiaomi Redmi Watch 5 Active: 18 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 Xiaomi Redmi Watch 5 Active and the Xiaomi Watch 5?
Xiaomi Redmi Watch 5 Active: No; Xiaomi Watch 5: Yes. This is a spec difference, not a verdict that one is better overall.
What is the difference in built-in GPS between the Xiaomi Redmi Watch 5 Active and the Xiaomi Watch 5?
Xiaomi Redmi Watch 5 Active: No; Xiaomi Watch 5: 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 Xiaomi Watch 5?
Xiaomi Redmi Watch 5 Active: 51 mm; Xiaomi Watch 5: 46 mm. A higher value is not necessarily better for you.