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Intel Mica review: 127 specs compared

Avg. price:~£410Screen size:1.60 inchBattery life:48 daysDisplay type:OLED

Intel Mica Review: Compare 127 technical specifications to see how this product ranks in the Smartwatches category and whether it is worth buying.

Intel Mica
6.3/10

Overall score

Score
6.3/ 10
✕
What it is
Our main score for this model, 1–10. It combines specs, best-of lists, expert reviews and owners.
How we count it
Parts: Technical score 35%, List score 30%, Reviews score 25%, Sentiment score 10%
Marks: Each part gets a mark out of 10. For reviews, lists and owners, a typical model in this category gets about 8 and the best one gets 10.
No data yet: A part with no data shows "?". It counts as the mark of a weaker model in this category (4 in 5 models with data score higher). This way, models with reviews, lists and owners usually come out ahead.
Score distribution
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<55-66-77-88-99-10
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Score components

35%

4.2

Technical score

30%

?

List scoreNot enough data yet, so we use 7.5, the mark of a weaker model in this category

25%

?

Reviews scoreNot enough data yet, so we use 7.4, the mark of a weaker model in this category

10%

?

Sentiment scoreNot enough data yet, so we use 6.8, the mark of a weaker model in this category

â–¼Worse than 77% of smartwatches
6.9

Value for money

Value for money
6.9/ 10
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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
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<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–¼ Worse than 93% of models
Score components

70%

6.3

Overall score

30%

8.4

Price

â–¼Worse than 93%
4.2

Technical score

Technical score
4.2/ 10
✕
What it is
How good the specs are compared with the other models in this category, 1–10.
How we count it
Areas: We rate the specs in each area against the other models in this category.
Weighting: The areas that matter most to buyers count more. The shares are shown under Score components.
Share: The technical score is 35% of the overall score.
Score distribution
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<55-66-77-88-99-10
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Score components

24%

1.2

Health

21%

5.8

Fitness

16%

7.6

Battery

14%

3.0

Smart features

12%

4.0

Connectivity

9%

6.4

Display & Design

4%

1.3

Hardware

â–¼Worse than 96%
?

Reviews score

Reviews score
✕
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. Every review counts the same: written or video, short or full test.
Score: The average grade is 80% of the review mark; the number of reviews is the other 20% (1 review = 5, the typical number in this category = 8, the most-reviewed model = 10).
Enough data: With few reviews, the average grade is pulled toward the typical grade of this category. No reviews yet: 7.4 for now.
Share: Reviews count 25% of the overall score.
Score distribution
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Grades by review (0)
We have not found an independent test of this model yet. Until we do, its review part counts as 7.4.
User ratings collected online are not part of this score.
No expert tests yet
?

List score

List score
7.5/ 10
✕
What it is
How often independent test sites, magazines and video reviewers put this model in their best-of lists for this category.
How we count it
Points: The model in the most lists of this category gets 10; the others get 8 to 10 in proportion. In no list yet: 7.5. Lists count 30% of the overall score.
Enough data: Every list counts, even a single one. With fewer than 5 best-of lists in the category, this part is left out.
Lists with this model (0)
Not in any best-of list yet, so this part counts as 7.5. Models in a list get 8 to 10.
Not in any best-of list yet
  • intel-mica
intel-mica
Where to buy
    N/A~ £410
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Technical Specifications of smartwatch Intel Mica

Technical score
Technical score
4.2/ 10
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What it is
How good the specs are compared with the other models in this category, 1–10.
How we count it
Areas: We rate the specs in each area against the other models in this category.
Weighting: The areas that matter most to buyers count more. The shares are shown under Score components.
Share: The technical score is 35% of the overall score.
Score distribution
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<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–¼ Worse than 96% of models
Score components:

24%

1.2

Health

21%

5.8

Fitness

16%

7.6

Battery

14%

3.0

Smart features

12%

4.0

Connectivity

9%

6.4

Display & Design

4%

1.3

Hardware

4.2
Reviews score
7.4
List score
?
Value for money
Value for money
6.9/ 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–¼ Worse than 93% of models
Score components:

70%

6.3

Overall score

30%

8.4

Price

6.9
Heart rate monitor
no
This smartwatch does not include a heart rate monitor. 90.7% of smartwatches include a heart rate monitor.
Blood oxygen monitoring
no
This smartwatch does not support blood oxygen monitoring. 69.7% of smartwatches support blood oxygen monitoring.
ECG
no
This smartwatch does not support ECG. 18.2% of smartwatches support ECG.
Irregular heart rate warnings
no
This smartwatch does not support irregular heart rate warnings. 50.6% of smartwatches support irregular heart rate warnings.
HRV tracking
no
This smartwatch does not support HRV tracking. 45.2% of smartwatches support HRV tracking.
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Accelerometer
?
Barometer
no
This smartwatch does not include a barometer. 53.6% of smartwatches include a barometer.
Gyroscope
yes
This smartwatch includes a gyroscope. 28.9% of smartwatches include a gyroscope.
Cadence sensor
no
This smartwatch does not include a cadence sensor. 32.9% of smartwatches include a cadence sensor.
Distance tracking
yes
This smartwatch supports distance tracking. 3.7% of smartwatches support distance tracking.
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Battery life
48 days
Market range: <1 day – >20 days
This smartwatch lasts 48 days on a charge, which is longer than 98.1% of Smartwatches.
Up to 10-13 days in standby.
Battery life in training mode
?
Battery life with GPS on
24 h
Market range: <6 h – >46 h
This smartwatch lasts 24 h with GPS on, which is longer than 56.7% of Smartwatches and the same as 2.9% of Smartwatches.
Battery power
680 mAh
Market range: <200 mAh – >500 mAh
This smartwatch has a 680 mAh battery, which is larger than 98.4% of Smartwatches.
Charge time
?
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Operating system
Proprietary OS
This smartwatch runs Proprietary OS, which is less advanced than the system in 54.2% of Smartwatches and equal to 42% of Smartwatches.
Software update frequency
ended
This smartwatch has ended software update support which is less active than that of 46.1% of smartwatches and equal to that of 53.9% of smartwatches.
Third-party app support
no
This smartwatch does not support third-party apps. 51.6% of smartwatches support third-party apps.
Notifications
yes
This smartwatch supports notifications. 0.3% of smartwatches support notifications.
Voice assistant support
no
This smartwatch does not support voice assistants. 69.3% of smartwatches support voice assistants.
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Cellular module
yes
This smartwatch includes a cellular module. 83.5% of smartwatches include a cellular module.
SIM cards
1
Market range: <0 – >5
This smartwatch uses 1 for cellular connectivity which is more advanced than that of 2% of smartwatches and the same as that of 98% of smartwatches.
Micro-SIM
GPS
yes
This smartwatch supports GPS. 40.3% of smartwatches support GPS.
Galileo support
no
This smartwatch does not support Galileo navigation. 43.6% of smartwatches support Galileo navigation.
Dual-frequency GPS
no
This smartwatch does not support dual-frequency GPS. 15.1% of Smartwatches offer this.
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Screen size
1.6 inch
Market range: <1.2 inch – >1.83 inch
This smartwatch has a 1.6 inch screen, which is larger than 75.5% of Smartwatches and the same as 1.5% of Smartwatches.
Display type
OLED
This smartwatch uses OLED, which is less advanced than the screen in 53.2% of Smartwatches and equal to 9.1% of Smartwatches.
Resolution
160x 256
This smartwatch has a display resolution of 160x256 which is lower than that of 94.4% of smartwatches.
Pixel density
189 ppi
Market range: <213 ppi – >461 ppi
This smartwatch has a pixel density of 189 ppi, which is lower than 95.9% of Smartwatches.
Display brightness
?
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CPU speed
?
Processor model
?
RAM
?
Internal storage
4 GB
Market range: <0 GB – >32 GB
This smartwatch has 4 GB of internal storage, which is more than 39.8% of Smartwatches and equal to 25.5% of Smartwatches.
External memory slot
no
This smartwatch does not include an external memory slot. 0.3% of smartwatches include an external memory slot.
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Intel Mica vs the average smartwatch

246810TotalHealthFitnessBatteryConnectivityDisplay & DesignSmart featuresHardware
  • 41 days longer battery life
    This smartwatch runs longer per charge than the average smartwatch (48 days vs 7 days). The average smartwatch runs for 7 days on a charge.
    Up to 10-13 days in standby.
    48 days vs 7 days
  • Built-in cellular module
    This smartwatch includes a cellular module, the average smartwatch does not. 16.6% of smartwatches include a cellular module.
  • Stronger display glass
    This smartwatch uses sapphire display glass, while the average smartwatch uses mineral glass.
    sapphire vs mineral glass
  • Supports wireless charging
    This smartwatch supports wireless charging, the average smartwatch does not. 23.4% of smartwatches support wireless charging.
  • 375 mAh larger battery capacity
    This smartwatch has a larger battery than the average smartwatch (680 mAh vs 305 mAh). The average smartwatch has a 305 mAh battery.
    680 mAh vs 305 mAh
  • 4 mm slimmer
    This smartwatch is slimmer than the average smartwatch (7.7 mm vs 11.7 mm). The average smartwatch is 11.7 mm thick.
    Some sources mention variant-dependent thickness values.
    7.7 mm vs 11.7 mm
  • 0.2 inch larger display
    This smartwatch has a larger screen than the average smartwatch (1.6 inch vs 1.4 inch). The average smartwatch has a 1.4 inch screen.
    1.6 inch vs 1.4 inch
  • Better band material
    This smartwatch uses leather for the band material, while the average smartwatch uses silicone.
    Water snake skin strap.
    leather vs silicone
  • 41 days longer battery life
    This smartwatch runs longer per charge than the average smartwatch (48 days vs 7 days). The average smartwatch runs for 7 days on a charge.
    Up to 10-13 days in standby.
    48 days vs 7 days
  • Supports wireless charging
    This smartwatch supports wireless charging, the average smartwatch does not. 23.4% of smartwatches support wireless charging.
  • 375 mAh larger battery capacity
    This smartwatch has a larger battery than the average smartwatch (680 mAh vs 305 mAh). The average smartwatch has a 305 mAh battery.
    680 mAh vs 305 mAh
  • 3 h longer GPS battery life
    This smartwatch lasts longer with GPS on than the average smartwatch (24 h vs 21 h). The average smartwatch lasts 21 h with GPS on.
    24 h vs 21 h
  • Built-in cellular module
    This smartwatch includes a cellular module, the average smartwatch does not. 16.6% of smartwatches include a cellular module.
  • Stronger display glass
    This smartwatch uses sapphire display glass, while the average smartwatch uses mineral glass.
    sapphire vs mineral glass
  • 4 mm slimmer
    This smartwatch is slimmer than the average smartwatch (7.7 mm vs 11.7 mm). The average smartwatch is 11.7 mm thick.
    Some sources mention variant-dependent thickness values.
    7.7 mm vs 11.7 mm
  • 0.2 inch larger display
    This smartwatch has a larger screen than the average smartwatch (1.6 inch vs 1.4 inch). The average smartwatch has a 1.4 inch screen.
    1.6 inch vs 1.4 inch
  • Better band material
    This smartwatch uses leather for the band material, while the average smartwatch uses silicone.
    Water snake skin strap.
    leather vs silicone
  • 11.7 mm narrower case
    This smartwatch has a narrower case than the average smartwatch (30.8 mm vs 42.5 mm). The average smartwatch measures 42.5 mm across.
    30.8 mm vs 42.5 mm
  • No VO2 max measurement
    This smartwatch does not measure VO2 max, the average smartwatch does. 51.3% of smartwatches measure VO2 max.
  • No blood oxygen monitoring
    This smartwatch does not support blood oxygen monitoring, the average smartwatch does. 69.6% of smartwatches support blood oxygen monitoring.
  • No third-party apps
    This smartwatch does not support third-party apps, the average smartwatch does. 51.6% of smartwatches support third-party apps.
  • No irregular heart rate alerts
    This smartwatch does not support irregular heart rate warnings, the average smartwatch does. 50.6% of smartwatches support irregular heart rate warnings.
  • No stress monitoring
    This smartwatch does not support stress monitoring, the average smartwatch does. 68.7% of smartwatches support stress monitoring.
  • No heart rate monitor
    This smartwatch does not include a heart rate monitor, the average smartwatch does. 90.5% of smartwatches include a heart rate monitor.
  • No automatic activity detection
    This smartwatch does not support automatic activity detection, the average smartwatch does. 81.8% of smartwatches support automatic activity detection.
  • No barometer
    This smartwatch does not include a barometer, the average smartwatch does. 53.6% of smartwatches include a barometer.
  • 3.73x more expensive
    Intel Mica is more expensive than the average smartwatch (£410 vs £110).
    £410 vs £110
  • 12.5% worse value for money
    Intel Mica has a lower value-for-money score than the average smartwatch (6.9 vs 7.8).
    6.9 vs 7.76
  • No VO2 max measurement
    This smartwatch does not measure VO2 max, the average smartwatch does. 51.3% of smartwatches measure VO2 max.
  • No blood oxygen monitoring
    This smartwatch does not support blood oxygen monitoring, the average smartwatch does. 69.6% of smartwatches support blood oxygen monitoring.
  • No irregular heart rate alerts
    This smartwatch does not support irregular heart rate warnings, the average smartwatch does. 50.6% of smartwatches support irregular heart rate warnings.
  • No stress monitoring
    This smartwatch does not support stress monitoring, the average smartwatch does. 68.7% of smartwatches support stress monitoring.
  • No heart rate monitor
    This smartwatch does not include a heart rate monitor, the average smartwatch does. 90.5% of smartwatches include a heart rate monitor.
  • No sleep tracking
    This smartwatch does not support sleep tracking, the average smartwatch does. 93.8% of smartwatches support sleep tracking.
  • No smart scale support
    This smartwatch does not support smart scale compatibility, the average smartwatch does. 57.1% of smartwatches support smart scale compatibility.
  • 7 years older
    This smartwatch was released earlier than the average smartwatch (2014 vs 2021). The average smartwatch was released in 2021.
    December 2014
    2014 vs 2021
  • No inactivity alerts
    This smartwatch does not support inactivity alerts, the average smartwatch does. 92.6% of smartwatches support inactivity alerts.
  • No automatic activity detection
    This smartwatch does not support automatic activity detection, the average smartwatch does. 81.8% of smartwatches support automatic activity detection.
  • No barometer
    This smartwatch does not include a barometer, the average smartwatch does. 53.6% of smartwatches include a barometer.
  • No coaching features
    This smartwatch does not support coaching, the average smartwatch does. 58.8% of smartwatches support coaching.
  • No auto-pause
    This smartwatch does not support auto pause, the average smartwatch does. 62.6% of smartwatches support auto pause.
  • No swim mode
    This smartwatch does not include a swim sport mode, the average smartwatch does. 76.9% of smartwatches include a swim sport mode.
  • No route support
    This smartwatch does not support route support, the average smartwatch does. 54.4% of smartwatches support route support.
  • No goal setting
    This smartwatch does not support goal setting, the average smartwatch does. 98.1% of smartwatches support goal setting.
  • No live tracking
    This smartwatch does not support live tracking, the average smartwatch does. 89.5% of smartwatches support live tracking.
  • No achievement tracking
    This smartwatch does not support achievements, the average smartwatch does. 87% of smartwatches support achievements.
  • No exercise tagging
    This smartwatch does not support exercise tagging, the average smartwatch does. 94.2% of smartwatches support exercise tagging.
  • No low-power mode
    This smartwatch does not include a low power mode, the average smartwatch does. 93.1% of smartwatches include a low power mode.
  • No compass
    This smartwatch does not include a compass, the average smartwatch does. 56.7% of smartwatches include a compass.
  • No iOS support
    This smartwatch does not work with iOS devices, while the average smartwatch does. 94.6% of Smartwatches work with iOS devices.
  • Not compatible with Android
    This smartwatch is not compatible with Android, the average smartwatch is. 95.8% of smartwatches are compatible with Android.
  • Less current Bluetooth version
    This smartwatch uses a less current Bluetooth version than the average smartwatch (4.2 vs 5).
    4.2 vs 5
  • No always-on display
    This smartwatch does not have an always-on display, the average smartwatch does. 70.3% of smartwatches have an always-on display.
  • No ambient light sensor
    This smartwatch does not include an ambient light sensor, the average smartwatch does. 63.5% of smartwatches include an ambient light sensor.
  • More basic display
    This smartwatch uses a more basic screen than the average smartwatch (OLED vs AMOLED).
    OLED vs AMOLED
  • Lower resolution
    This smartwatch has a display resolution of 160x256, while the average smartwatch reaches 360x360.
    160x256 vs 360x360
  • 137 ppi less sharp screen
    This smartwatch has a less sharp screen than the average smartwatch (189 ppi vs 326 ppi). The average smartwatch has a pixel density of 326 ppi.
    189 ppi vs 326 ppi
  • 30 mm taller case
    This smartwatch has a taller case than the average smartwatch (75 mm vs 45 mm). The average smartwatch is 45 mm tall.
    75 mm vs 45 mm
  • Less practical form
    This smartwatch uses a rectangular form, while the average smartwatch uses round.
    rectangular vs round
  • Fixed band
    This smartwatch does not include a replaceable band, the average smartwatch does. 98.8% of smartwatches include a replaceable band.
  • 10 °C lower heat tolerance
    This smartwatch tolerates a lower temperature than the average smartwatch (35 °C vs 45 °C). The average smartwatch is rated up to 45 °C.
    35 °C vs 45 °C
  • 3 mm wider strap
    This smartwatch has a wider strap than the average smartwatch (25 mm vs 22 mm). The average smartwatch has a 22 mm strap.
    25 mm vs 22 mm
  • No third-party apps
    This smartwatch does not support third-party apps, the average smartwatch does. 51.6% of smartwatches support third-party apps.
  • No music playback
    This smartwatch does not support music playback, the average smartwatch does. 57.1% of smartwatches support music playback.
  • No voice assistant
    This smartwatch does not support voice assistants, the average smartwatch does. 69.2% of smartwatches support voice assistants.
  • No call answering
    This smartwatch does not support call answering, the average smartwatch does. 60% of smartwatches support call answering.
  • No voice command support
    This smartwatch does not support voice commands, the average smartwatch does. 68.1% of smartwatches support voice commands.
  • No call controls
    This smartwatch does not offer call control, the average smartwatch does. 91.2% of smartwatches offer call control.
  • No passcode
    This smartwatch does not include passcode protection, the average smartwatch does. 70.4% of smartwatches include passcode protection.
  • No phone finder
    This smartwatch does not include phone finder, the average smartwatch does. 96.4% of smartwatches include phone finder.
  • No widget support
    This smartwatch does not support widgets, the average smartwatch does. 84.4% of smartwatches support widgets.
  • No gesture control
    This smartwatch does not support gesture control, the average smartwatch does. 79.6% of smartwatches support gesture control.
  • No stopwatch
    This smartwatch does not include a stopwatch, the average smartwatch does. 99% of smartwatches include a stopwatch.
  • No speaker
    This smartwatch does not include a built-in speaker, the average smartwatch does. 56.7% of smartwatches include a built-in speaker.
  • 1 fewer microphones
    This smartwatch has fewer microphones than the average smartwatch (0 vs 1). The average smartwatch has 1 microphones.
    0 vs 1

Video reviews

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

Overview video
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Third-party reviews

What customers like about Intel Mica

  • Premium design featuring water snakeskin, 18K gold plating, and semi-precious stones like lapis and pearls.
  • Independent connectivity via its own SIM card and 3G radio, allowing use without a smartphone.
  • Includes a two-year AT&T data plan in the initial purchase price.
  • Discreet curved sapphire glass display positioned on the inside of the wrist for privacy.
  • Helpful location-based notifications through partnerships with Yelp and TomTom.

What customers don't like about Intel Mica

  • Extremely limited functionality compared to standard smartwatches, lacking fitness tracking and an app store.
  • Requires managing a separate phone number since it does not sync directly with a primary smartphone.
  • High price point ($495) for a device with a very narrow set of features.
  • Interaction is restricted to pre-programmed 'canned' responses for messages due to lack of a keyboard or voice control.
  • Mediocre battery life, typically lasting only about two days per charge.

Verdict

The Intel MICA (My Intelligent Communication Accessory) is a luxury smart bracelet designed with Opening Ceremony, featuring a curved 1.6-inch OLED sapphire glass touchscreen with a 160 x 256 resolution. It is distinguished by its 18-karat gold-plated finish and premium materials like snakeskin, pearls, and lapis lazuli. Technically, it operates as a standalone 3G device with an integrated SIM and GPS, offering roughly two days of battery life and support for wireless charging. Main pros include its independent cellular connectivity—removing the need for a paired smartphone—and its high-fashion aesthetic that appeals to luxury consumers. However, its primary cons are the limited functionality compared to modern smartwatches, such as the lack of an app store, no voice control, and restricted messaging that relies on pre-programmed canned responses.

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