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Asus Vivowatch 5 Review | 126 Data compared

Avg. price:~£330Screen size:1.34 inchBattery life:10 daysDisplay type:Transflective LCD

Asus Vivowatch 5 Review: Compare 126 technical specifications and 7 expert and video reviews to see how this product ranks in the Smartwatches category and whether it is worth buying.

7.2

Overall score

Score
7.2/ 10
✕
What it is
An overall evaluation of the smartwatch's quality, based on technical analyses and user reviews.
When it matters
When you need a quick reference to identify the best smartwatches on the market.
Score distribution
â–¼
<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–² Better than 68% of models
Score components

70%

7.5

Technical score

30%

6.6

Review score ( 4 · 3)

Review score 30% · 6.6 · based on 7 independent reviews
Every model in this category gets the same split: reviews 30%, technical score 70%. This model has enough reviews, so its review score is the weighted average of their grades.
â–²Better than 68% of smartwatches
7.5

Technical score

Technical score
7.5/ 10
✕
What it is
An assessment of the smartwatchx27s technical performance, covering seven key areas: health, fitness, display & design, hardware, battery, smart features and connectivity.
When it matters
When you want to compare smartwatches based on technical performance and available features.
Score distribution
â–¼
<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–² Better than 77% of models
Score components

24%

9.2

Health

21%

8.8

Fitness

16%

6.6

Battery

14%

5.6

Smart features

12%

6.3

Connectivity

9%

7.0

Display & Design

4%

5.2

Hardware

â–²Better than 77% of smartwatches
6.6

Review score

Review score
6.6/ 10
✕
What it is
Average grade from independent test sites, magazines and video reviewers, 1–10.
How we count it
Grades: Each review's own score is converted to 1–10; without one, we grade the review ourselves.
Weighting: Big test sites count more, short reviews half as much as full tests. A video review counts half.
Share: Reviews are 30% of the overall score for every model in this category; each of the 5 needed reviews that is missing counts as 7/10.
Score distribution
â–¼
<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–¼ Worse than 93% of models
Grades by review (7)
4 reviews: 2 with a printed score, 2 estimated from the review. 3 video reviews, each counting half as much as a written test. Share in the overall score: 30%, the same for every model in this category.
Text reviews 1
✓ explicit
1

19%

8.0

digitalcitizen.life

Video reviews 3

9.5%

8.0

ALKtech

9.5%

5.0

NL Tech

4.8%

9.0

GreatLobbyist

estimated from the review
Shop star ratings are not part of this score.
â–¼Worse than 93% of smartwatches
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Technical Specifications of smartwatch Asus Vivowatch 5

Technical score
Technical score
7.5/ 10
✕
What it is
An assessment of the smartwatchx27s technical performance, covering seven key areas: health, fitness, display & design, hardware, battery, smart features and connectivity.
When it matters
When you want to compare smartwatches based on technical performance and available features.
Score distribution
â–¼
<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–² Better than 77% of models
Score components:

24%

9.2

Health

21%

8.8

Fitness

16%

6.6

Battery

14%

5.6

Smart features

12%

6.3

Connectivity

9%

7.0

Display & Design

4%

5.2

Hardware

7.5
Review score
Review score
6.6/ 10
✕
What it is
Average grade from independent test sites, magazines and video reviewers, 1–10.
How we count it
Grades: Each review's own score is converted to 1–10; without one, we grade the review ourselves.
Weighting: Big test sites count more, short reviews half as much as full tests. A video review counts half.
Share: Reviews are 30% of the overall score for every model in this category; each of the 5 needed reviews that is missing counts as 7/10.
Score distribution
â–¼
<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–¼ Worse than 93% of models
Grades by review (7)
4 reviews: 2 with a printed score, 2 estimated from the review. 3 video reviews, each counting half as much as a written test. Share in the overall score: 30%, the same for every model in this category.
Text reviews 1
✓ explicit
1

19%

8.0

digitalcitizen.life

Video reviews 3

9.5%

8.0

ALKtech

9.5%

5.0

NL Tech

4.8%

9.0

GreatLobbyist

estimated from the review
Shop star ratings are not part of this score.
6.6
Popularity
Popularity
4.5/ 10
✕
What it is
An indicator based on the number of reviews received by the smartwatch.
When it matters
When you prefer to purchase a product chosen and reviewed by many other consumers.
Score distribution
â–¼
<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–¼ Worse than 61% of models
Popularity:
Asus Vivowatch 5 has a popularity of 4.5 points, which is lower than 60.9% of smartwatches.
4.5
Value for money
Value for money
7.7/ 10
✕
What it is
An indicator that combines the smartwatch's overall rating with its cost.
When it matters
When you are looking for a smartwatch with a good balance between quality and price.
Score distribution
â–¼
<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–² Better than 58% of models
Score components:

60%

7.2

Overall score

40%

8.8

Price

7.7
Brand name
Asus
Heart rate monitor
yes
Heart rate monitor
yes
â–² Better than 11% of models
This smartwatch includes a heart rate monitor. 10.5% of smartwatches include a heart rate monitor.
Blood oxygen monitoring
yes
Blood oxygen monitoring
yes
â–² Better than 33% of models
This smartwatch supports blood oxygen monitoring. 33.4% of smartwatches support blood oxygen monitoring.
ECG
yes
ECG
yes
â–² Better than 84% of models
This smartwatch supports ECG. 83.6% of smartwatches support ECG.
Availability may vary by region or model version.
Irregular heart rate warnings
yes
Irregular heart rate warnings
yes
â–² Better than 52% of models
This smartwatch supports irregular heart rate warnings. 51.9% of smartwatches support irregular heart rate warnings.
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What reviewers say
Accelerometer
yes
Accelerometer
yes
â–² Better than 1% of models
This smartwatch includes an accelerometer. 0.6% of smartwatches include an accelerometer.
Barometer
yes
Barometer
yes
â–² Better than 51% of models
This smartwatch includes a barometer. 50.6% of smartwatches include a barometer.
Gyroscope
yes
Gyroscope
yes
â–² Better than 30% of models
This smartwatch includes a gyroscope. 30.2% of smartwatches include a gyroscope.
Cadence sensor
no
Cadence sensor
no
â–¼ Worse than 31% of models
This smartwatch does not include a cadence sensor. 31.2% of smartwatches include a cadence sensor.
Distance tracking
yes
Distance tracking
yes
â–² Better than 4% of models
This smartwatch supports distance tracking. 4.1% of smartwatches support distance tracking.
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Battery life
10 days
Battery life
10 days
â–² Better than 63% of models
Market range: <1 days – >16 days
This smartwatch offers a battery life of 10 days which is longer than that of 63.3% of smartwatches and equal to that of 6.7% of smartwatches.
Up to 14 days in power saving.
Battery life in training mode
?
Battery life with GPS on
?
Battery power
300 mAh
Battery power
300 mAh
â–¼ Worse than 49% of models
Market range: <195 mAh – >475 mAh
This smartwatch has a battery capacity of 300 mAh which is larger than the batteries in 44.5% of smartwatches and equal to those in 6.7% of smartwatches.
Charge time
120 min
Charge time
120 min
â–¼ Worse than 43% of models
Market range: <60 min – >150 min
This smartwatch charges in 120 min which is faster than 13.1% of smartwatches and equal to the charge time of 44.2% of smartwatches.
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Operating system
Proprietary OS
Operating system
Proprietary OS
â–¼ Worse than 53% of models
This smartwatch runs Proprietary OS which is less advanced than the operating system in 53.5% of smartwatches and the same as that in 42.8% of smartwatches.
Software update frequency
occasional
Software update frequency
occasional
â–² Better than 58% of models
This smartwatch has occasional software update support which is more active than that of 57.6% of smartwatches and equal to that of 36.2% of smartwatches.
Third-party app support
no
Third-party app support
no
â–¼ Worse than 48% of models
This smartwatch does not support third-party apps. 47.7% of smartwatches support third-party apps.
Notifications
yes
Notifications
yes
Category Benchmark
This smartwatch supports notifications. 0.3% of smartwatches support notifications.
Voice assistant support
no
Voice assistant support
no
â–¼ Worse than 68% of models
This smartwatch does not support voice assistants. 67.8% of smartwatches support voice assistants.
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What reviewers say
Cellular module
no
Cellular module
no
â–¼ Worse than 18% of models
This smartwatch does not include a cellular module. 18% of smartwatches include a cellular module.
SIM cards
0
GPS
yes
GPS
yes
â–² Better than 44% of models
This smartwatch supports GPS. 43.9% of smartwatches support GPS.
Galileo support
yes
Galileo support
yes
â–² Better than 62% of models
This smartwatch supports Galileo navigation. 61.6% of smartwatches support Galileo navigation.
Compass
yes
Compass
yes
â–² Better than 47% of models
This smartwatch includes a compass. 47.5% of smartwatches include a compass.
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What reviewers say
Screen size
1.34 inch
Screen size
1.34 inch
â–¼ Worse than 62% of models
Market range: <1.2 inch – >1.82 inch
This smartwatch has a screen size of 1.34 inch which is smaller than the screens of 62.2% of smartwatches and equal to those of 1.3% of smartwatches.
Some sources mention multiple/uncertain size variants.
Display type
Transflective LCD
Display type
Transflective LCD
â–¼ Worse than 65% of models
This smartwatch uses a Transflective LCD display type which is less advanced than that of 65.1% of smartwatches and the same as that of 2.1% of smartwatches.
Also described as LTPO variant.
Resolution
320x 320
Resolution
320x 320
â–¼ Worse than 57% of models
This smartwatch has a display resolution of 320x320 which is lower than that of 57% of smartwatches and equal to that of 2.7% of smartwatches.
Pixel density
338 ppi
Pixel density
338 ppi
â–² Better than 58% of models
Market range: <207 ppi – >461 ppi
This smartwatch has a pixel density of 338 ppi which is higher than that of 58.2% of smartwatches and equal to that of 0.3% of smartwatches.
Display brightness
?
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What reviewers say
CPU speed
?
Processor model
?
RAM
?
Internal storage
4 GB
Internal storage
4 GB
â–² Better than 40% of models
Market range: <0 GB – >32 GB
This smartwatch uses 4 GB for internal storage which is larger than that of 40.4% of smartwatches and equal to that of 27% of smartwatches.
External memory slot
no
External memory slot
no
Category Benchmark
This smartwatch does not include an external memory slot. 0.3% of smartwatches include an external memory slot.
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Asus Vivowatch 5 vs the average smartwatch

246810TotalHealthFitnessBatteryConnectivityDisplay & DesignSmart featuresHardware
  • ECG support
    ECG
    yes
    â–² Better than 84% of models
    This smartwatch supports ECG, the average smartwatch does not. 16.6% of smartwatches support ECG.
    Availability may vary by region or model version.
  • Blood pressure monitoring
    Blood pressure monitoring
    yes
    â–² Better than 78% of models
    This smartwatch supports blood pressure monitoring, the average smartwatch does not. 22% of smartwatches support blood pressure monitoring.
    Availability may vary by model or region.
  • Temperature sensing
    Temperature sensor
    yes
    â–² Better than 73% of models
    This smartwatch includes a temperature sensor, the average smartwatch does not. 26.8% of smartwatches include a temperature sensor.
    Temperature readings may be skin/ambient trends, not core-body medical values.
  • Readiness score
    Readiness score
    yes
    â–² Better than 83% of models
    This smartwatch supports readiness scores, the average smartwatch does not. 17.5% of smartwatches support readiness scores.
  • Fall detection
    Fall detection
    yes
    â–² Better than 79% of models
    This smartwatch supports fall detection, the average smartwatch does not. 21.3% of smartwatches support fall detection.
  • HRV tracking
    HRV tracking
    yes
    â–² Better than 59% of models
    This smartwatch supports HRV tracking, the average smartwatch does not. 40.8% of smartwatches support HRV tracking.
  • VO2 max measurement
    VO2 max measurement
    yes
    â–² Better than 52% of models
    This smartwatch measures VO2 max, the average smartwatch does not. 47.6% of smartwatches measure VO2 max.
  • Emergency SOS
    Emergency SOS
    yes
    â–² Better than 57% of models
    This smartwatch includes Emergency SOS, the average smartwatch does not. 42.8% of smartwatches include Emergency SOS.
  • ECG support
    ECG
    yes
    â–² Better than 84% of models
    This smartwatch supports ECG, the average smartwatch does not. 16.6% of smartwatches support ECG.
    Availability may vary by region or model version.
  • Blood pressure monitoring
    Blood pressure monitoring
    yes
    â–² Better than 78% of models
    This smartwatch supports blood pressure monitoring, the average smartwatch does not. 22% of smartwatches support blood pressure monitoring.
    Availability may vary by model or region.
  • Temperature sensing
    Temperature sensor
    yes
    â–² Better than 73% of models
    This smartwatch includes a temperature sensor, the average smartwatch does not. 26.8% of smartwatches include a temperature sensor.
    Temperature readings may be skin/ambient trends, not core-body medical values.
  • Readiness score
    Readiness score
    yes
    â–² Better than 83% of models
    This smartwatch supports readiness scores, the average smartwatch does not. 17.5% of smartwatches support readiness scores.
  • HRV tracking
    HRV tracking
    yes
    â–² Better than 59% of models
    This smartwatch supports HRV tracking, the average smartwatch does not. 40.8% of smartwatches support HRV tracking.
  • VO2 max measurement
    VO2 max measurement
    yes
    â–² Better than 52% of models
    This smartwatch measures VO2 max, the average smartwatch does not. 47.6% of smartwatches measure VO2 max.
  • Irregular heart rate alerts
    Irregular heart rate warnings
    yes
    â–² Better than 52% of models
    This smartwatch supports irregular heart rate warnings, the average smartwatch does not. 48.1% of smartwatches support irregular heart rate warnings.
  • Weight tracking
    Weight tracking
    yes
    â–² Better than 61% of models
    This smartwatch supports weight tracking, the average smartwatch does not. 39.1% of smartwatches support weight tracking.
    Weight tracking may rely on manual app entry or smart-scale sync.
  • Barometer sensor included
    Barometer
    yes
    â–² Better than 51% of models
    This smartwatch includes a barometer, the average smartwatch does not. 49.5% of smartwatches include a barometer.
  • Route support
    Route support
    yes
    â–² Better than 50% of models
    This smartwatch supports route support, the average smartwatch does not. 50% of smartwatches support route support.
  • 3 days day/s longer battery life
    Battery life
    10 days
    â–² Better than 63% of models
    Market range: <1 days – >16 days
    This smartwatch offers 10 days of battery life, while the average smartwatch offers 7 days.
    Up to 14 days in power saving.
    10 days vs 7 days
  • NFC functionality
    NFC
    yes
    â–² Better than 57% of models
    This smartwatch supports NFC, the average smartwatch does not. 43.4% of smartwatches support NFC.
  • Galileo satellite support
    Galileo support
    yes
    â–² Better than 62% of models
    This smartwatch supports Galileo navigation, the average smartwatch does not. 38.5% of smartwatches support Galileo navigation.
  • Stronger display glass
    Display glass type
    Corning Gorilla Glass 3
    â–² Better than 58% of models
    This smartwatch uses Corning Gorilla Glass 3 display glass, while the average smartwatch uses mineral glass.
    Corning Gorilla Glass 3 vs mineral glass
  • Rugged construction
    Rugged design
    yes
    â–² Better than 62% of models
    This smartwatch has a rugged design, the average smartwatch does not. 37.9% of smartwatches have a rugged design.
  • Better case material
    Case material
    stainless steel, ceramic
    â–² Better than 89% of models
    This smartwatch uses stainless steel, ceramic for the case material, while the average smartwatch uses polycarbonate.
    316L stainless steel case with zirconium-ceramic bezel
    stainless steel, ceramic vs polycarbonate
  • Better band material
    Band material
    silicone, leather
    â–² Better than 69% of models
    This smartwatch uses silicone, leather for the band material, while the average smartwatch uses silicone.
    silicone, leather vs silicone
  • Fall detection
    Fall detection
    yes
    â–² Better than 79% of models
    This smartwatch supports fall detection, the average smartwatch does not. 21.3% of smartwatches support fall detection.
  • Emergency SOS
    Emergency SOS
    yes
    â–² Better than 57% of models
    This smartwatch includes Emergency SOS, the average smartwatch does not. 42.8% of smartwatches include Emergency SOS.
  • More frequent updates
    Software update frequency
    occasional
    â–² Better than 58% of models
    This smartwatch receives occasional software updates, while the average smartwatch receives ended updates.
    occasional vs ended
  • 49 m lower water resistance depth
    Waterproof depth rating
    1 m
    â–¼ Worse than 86% of models
    Market range: <1 m – >50 m
    This smartwatch has a shallower waterproof rating than the average smartwatch (1 m vs 50 m). The average smartwatch reaches 50 m.
    1 m vs 50 m
  • No music playback
    Music playback
    no
    â–¼ Worse than 54% of models
    This smartwatch does not support music playback, the average smartwatch does. 54.2% of smartwatches support music playback.
  • No auto-pause
    Auto pause
    no
    â–¼ Worse than 59% of models
    This smartwatch does not support auto pause, the average smartwatch does. 59.3% of smartwatches support auto pause.
  • No voice assistant
    Voice assistant support
    no
    â–¼ Worse than 68% of models
    This smartwatch does not support voice assistants, the average smartwatch does. 67.7% of smartwatches support voice assistants.
  • No call answering
    Call answering
    no
    â–¼ Worse than 58% of models
    This smartwatch does not support call answering, the average smartwatch does. 58.1% of smartwatches support call answering.
  • Basic display type
    Display type
    Transflective LCD
    â–¼ Worse than 65% of models
    This smartwatch uses Transflective LCD display technology, while the average smartwatch features AMOLED.
    Also described as LTPO variant.
    Transflective LCD vs AMOLED
  • No speaker
    Built-in speaker
    no
    â–¼ Worse than 56% of models
    This smartwatch does not include a built-in speaker, the average smartwatch does. 56.1% of smartwatches include a built-in speaker.
  • No voice command support
    Voice commands
    no
    â–¼ Worse than 67% of models
    This smartwatch does not support voice commands, the average smartwatch does. 67% of smartwatches support voice commands.
  • 2.54x more expensive
    Asus Vivowatch 5 is more expensive than the average smartwatch (£330 vs £130).
    £330 vs £130
  • No smart scale support
    Smart scale compatibility
    no
    â–¼ Worse than 54% of models
    This smartwatch does not support smart scale compatibility, the average smartwatch does. 53.7% of smartwatches support smart scale compatibility.
  • No auto-pause
    Auto pause
    no
    â–¼ Worse than 59% of models
    This smartwatch does not support auto pause, the average smartwatch does. 59.3% of smartwatches support auto pause.
  • 70 fewer exercise profiles
    Multi-sport mode
    10
    â–² Better than 32% of models
    This smartwatch supports fewer exercise modes than the average smartwatch (10 vs 80). The average smartwatch supports 80 exercise modes.
    Available with watchOS 9 or later.
    10 vs 80
  • No voice feedback
    Voice feedback
    no
    â–¼ Worse than 62% of models
    This smartwatch does not support voice feedback, the average smartwatch does. 61.9% of smartwatches support voice feedback.
  • Basic battery type
    Battery type
    Li-ion
    â–¼ Worse than 51% of models
    This smartwatch uses a Li-ion battery, while the average smartwatch uses Li-Po.
    Li-ion vs Li-Po
  • Older Bluetooth version
    Bluetooth version
    4.2
    â–¼ Worse than 66% of models
    This smartwatch supports an older Bluetooth version than the average smartwatch (4.2 vs 5). The average smartwatch uses 5.0.
    4.2 vs 5.0
  • 49 m lower water resistance depth
    Waterproof depth rating
    1 m
    â–¼ Worse than 86% of models
    Market range: <1 m – >50 m
    This smartwatch has a shallower waterproof rating than the average smartwatch (1 m vs 50 m). The average smartwatch reaches 50 m.
    1 m vs 50 m
  • Basic display type
    Display type
    Transflective LCD
    â–¼ Worse than 65% of models
    This smartwatch uses Transflective LCD display technology, while the average smartwatch features AMOLED.
    Also described as LTPO variant.
    Transflective LCD vs AMOLED
  • 1.9 mm thicker watch body
    Thickness
    13.50 mm
    â–¼ Worse than 85% of models
    Market range: <9.8 mm – >14.1 mm
    This smartwatch is thicker than the average smartwatch (13.5 mm vs 11.6 mm). The average smartwatch thickness is 11.6 mm.
    Some sources mention variant-dependent thickness values.
    13.50 mm vs 11.6 mm
  • 7 g heavier weight
    Weight
    52.0 g
    â–¼ Worse than 65% of models
    Market range: <29 g – >80 g
    This smartwatch is heavier than the average smartwatch (52 g vs 45 g). The average smartwatch weighs 45.0 g.
    Weight refers to watch case without strap/band.
    52.0 g vs 45.0 g
  • 8.5 mm taller watch height
    Height
    53.5 mm
    â–¼ Worse than 94% of models
    Market range: <39.5 mm – >51 mm
    This smartwatch is taller than the average smartwatch (53.5 mm vs 45 mm). The average smartwatch height is 45 mm.
    53.5 mm vs 45 mm
  • 5 mm wider watch width
    Width
    47.0 mm
    â–¼ Worse than 91% of models
    Market range: <34.6 mm – >46.8 mm
    This smartwatch is wider than the average smartwatch (47 mm vs 42 mm). The average smartwatch width is 42.0 mm.
    47.0 mm vs 42.0 mm
  • 0.06 inch smaller screen size
    Screen size
    1.34 inch
    â–¼ Worse than 62% of models
    Market range: <1.2 inch – >1.82 inch
    This smartwatch has a smaller screen size than the average smartwatch (1.3 inch vs 1.4 inch). The average smartwatch screen is 1.40 inch.
    Some sources mention multiple/uncertain size variants.
    1.34 inch vs 1.40 inch
  • No music playback
    Music playback
    no
    â–¼ Worse than 54% of models
    This smartwatch does not support music playback, the average smartwatch does. 54.2% of smartwatches support music playback.
  • No voice assistant
    Voice assistant support
    no
    â–¼ Worse than 68% of models
    This smartwatch does not support voice assistants, the average smartwatch does. 67.7% of smartwatches support voice assistants.
  • No call answering
    Call answering
    no
    â–¼ Worse than 58% of models
    This smartwatch does not support call answering, the average smartwatch does. 58.1% of smartwatches support call answering.
  • No voice command support
    Voice commands
    no
    â–¼ Worse than 67% of models
    This smartwatch does not support voice commands, the average smartwatch does. 67% of smartwatches support voice commands.
  • No passcode
    Passcode
    no
    â–¼ Worse than 68% of models
    This smartwatch does not include passcode protection, the average smartwatch does. 67.8% of smartwatches include passcode protection.
  • No widget support
    Widget support
    no
    â–¼ Worse than 83% of models
    This smartwatch does not support widgets, the average smartwatch does. 83.1% of smartwatches support widgets.
  • No gesture control
    Gesture control
    no
    â–¼ Worse than 78% of models
    This smartwatch does not support gesture control, the average smartwatch does. 77.7% of smartwatches support gesture control.
  • No speaker
    Built-in speaker
    no
    â–¼ Worse than 56% of models
    This smartwatch does not include a built-in speaker, the average smartwatch does. 56.1% of smartwatches include a built-in speaker.

Video reviews

Hands-on testing, unboxing, and real-world video evaluations

5.0
NL Tech
≈ estimated
01/07/2022
Hands-on review · two weeks of daily wear and price
Verdict
Asus Vivowatch 5 offers good features and looks, but it is overpriced, and its strap and proprietary charger let it down.
Brand video
Brand video

What reviewers agree on

Based on 4 · 3

Health monitoring wins unanimous praise along with the design, but reviewers question sensor accuracy and criticise the software.
Praised
Mixed views
Criticised
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Expert reviews

In-depth analysis and verdict from leading tech publications

8.0
digitalcitizen.life
✓ explicit
05/10/2025
Two-week review · Health tracker
Verdict
The ASUS VivoWatch 5 is a sturdy, heavy health tracker with many vital-sign sensors and over a week of battery, best for health and fitness enthusiasts.

Third-party reviews

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What we like about Asus Vivowatch 5

  • Comprehensive health tracking including ECG, PPG, blood pressure, and blood oxygen (SpO2) monitoring.
  • Excellent battery life, typically lasting between 7 to 10 days, and up to 14 days in power-saving mode.
  • High-quality, sturdy build with a stainless-steel case and metallic chassis.
  • Great outdoor screen legibility due to the highly reflective LCD technology.
  • User-friendly ASUS HealthConnect app that provides detailed data graphs and health insights.
  • Quick-release strap design that is compatible with standard 22mm watch bands.

What we don't like about Asus Vivowatch 5

  • Bulky and thick design (13mm) which some users find uncomfortable to wear while sleeping.
  • Limited 'smart' features compared to competitors, lacking a speaker for calls and support for third-party apps.
  • Underwhelming display colors and poor brightness in indoor or low-light environments.
  • Occasional inaccuracies in specific sensors like the altimeter and temperature monitoring.
  • Software issues reported by some users, such as slow watch face uploads or failed firmware updates.
  • Inconsistent notification performance with reported delays in receiving call and message alerts.

Verdict

The ASUS VivoWatch 5 (HC-B05) is a health-focused wearable featuring a 1.34-inch high-reflective LCD, 5 ATM water resistance, and a dual-sensor array (ECG and PPG) for 24/7 monitoring of heart rate, SpO2, skin temperature, and pulse transit time (PTT). Its primary strengths include an exceptional battery life of up to 14 days, a durable stainless-steel build, and integrated GPS with an altimeter for detailed fitness tracking. However, users frequently cite its dim, low-resolution display as difficult to read in low light, its bulky 13mm-thick chassis as uncomfortable for sleep tracking, and a lack of standard smartwatch features like a built-in speaker for calls.

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