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  • Avg. price: ~£130
  • Screen size: 1.78 inch
  • Battery life: 4 day/s
  • Display type: AMOLED

Xiaomi Mi Watch China review. Compare 126 technical specifications and user reviews to see how it ranks among smartwatches and if it is worth buying.

7.9

Overall score

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 components:

90.0%

7.9

Technical Score

10.0%

?

User score

Very good
7.9

Technical Score

What it is: An assessment of the smartwatch's technical performance, covering eight key areas: performance & hardware, software, camera, connectivity, display, battery, audio, and design.

When it matters: When you want to compare Smartwatches based on technical performance and available features.

Score components:

24.0%

6.5

Health

21.0%

10

Fitness

16.0%

7.7

Battery

14.0%

7.8

Smart features

12.0%

7.6

Connectivity

9.0%

7.6

Display & Design

4.0%

7.5

Hardware

Very good
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User score

What it is: A rating that combines user reviews and the total number of reviews received by the smartwatch

When it matters: When you want to know how a smartwatch handles daily tasks and how reliable it remains over time according to user feedback.

Score components:

70.0%

?

User reviews

30.0%

?

Popularity

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    All: ranking among all products in the database.

    Technical Specifications of smartwatch Xiaomi Mi Watch China

    Technical Score

    What it is: An assessment of the smartwatch's technical performance, covering eight key areas: performance & hardware, software, camera, connectivity, display, battery, audio, and design.

    When it matters: When you want to compare Smartwatches based on technical performance and available features.

    Score components:

    24.0%

    ?

    Health

    21.0%

    ?

    Fitness

    16.0%

    ?

    Battery

    14.0%

    ?

    Smart features

    12.0%

    ?

    Connectivity

    9.0%

    ?

    Display & Design

    4.0%

    ?

    Hardware

    7.9
    Xiaomi Mi Watch China has a technical score of 7.87 points, which is higher than 83.5% of smartwatches.
    User score

    What it is: A rating that combines user reviews and the total number of reviews received by the smartwatch

    When it matters: When you want to know how a smartwatch handles daily tasks and how reliable it remains over time according to user feedback.

    Score components:

    70.0%

    0.0

    User reviews

    30.0%

    1.0

    Popularity

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    Popularity
    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.
    1.0
    Xiaomi Mi Watch China has a popularity of 1 points, which is lower than 57.9% of smartphones.
    Ratio quality/price

    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 components:

    60.0%

    7.9

    Overall score

    40.0%

    9.8

    Price

    8.5
    Xiaomi Mi Watch China has a quality-to-price ratio of 8.5 points, which is higher than 90.9% of smartphones.
    Brand name
    What it is: The company that designs, sells, and supports the watch.
    When it matters: When brand ecosystem, style, or support matters to you.

    Importance: MEDIUM

    Xiaomi
    Heart rate monitor
    What it is: A built-in sensor that measures your pulse directly from the wrist.
    When it matters: When you want health data from your wrist during the day or night.

    Importance: HIGH

    yes
    Xiaomi Mi Watch China includes a heart rate monitor. 90.4% of smartwatches include a heart rate monitor.
    Blood oxygen monitoring
    What it is: A wrist-based feature that estimates blood oxygen saturation over time.
    When it matters: When you want health data from your wrist during the day or night.

    Importance: HIGH

    yes
    Xiaomi Mi Watch China supports blood oxygen monitoring. 64.4% of smartwatches support blood oxygen monitoring.
    Readings are for wellness use, not medical diagnosis.
    ECG
    What it is: The ability to record a single-lead electrocardiogram from the wrist.
    When it matters: When you want health data from your wrist during the day or night.

    Importance: HIGH

    no
    Xiaomi Mi Watch China does not support ECG. 15.1% of smartwatches support ECG.
    Irregular heart rate warnings
    What it is: Notifications that flag heart-rate patterns which appear unusually irregular.
    When it matters: When you want health data from your wrist during the day or night.

    Importance: MEDIUM

    yes
    Xiaomi Mi Watch China supports irregular heart rate warnings. 43.7% of smartwatches support irregular heart rate warnings.
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    Accelerometer
    What it is: A motion sensor that measures acceleration, steps, gestures, and general movement.
    When it matters: When you track workouts and want better training data.

    Importance: MEDIUM

    yes
    Xiaomi Mi Watch China includes an accelerometer. 99.1% of smartwatches include an accelerometer.
    Barometer
    What it is: A pressure sensor used for altitude changes, elevation estimates, and weather-related context.
    When it matters: When you run, ride, hike, or navigate without relying on your phone.

    Importance: MEDIUM

    yes
    Xiaomi Mi Watch China includes a barometer. 45.6% of smartwatches include a barometer.
    Gyroscope
    What it is: A motion sensor that measures rotation and helps interpret wrist movement more accurately.
    When it matters: When you track workouts and want better training data.

    Importance: MEDIUM

    yes
    Xiaomi Mi Watch China includes a gyroscope. 64.6% of smartwatches include a gyroscope.
    Cadence sensor
    What it is: A sensor input used to measure step or pedal rhythm during training.
    When it matters: When you track workouts and want better training data.

    Importance: MEDIUM

    yes
    Xiaomi Mi Watch China includes a cadence sensor. 20.1% of smartwatches include a cadence sensor.
    Distance tracking
    What it is: The ability to measure how far you move during walks, runs, rides, or other activities.
    When it matters: When you track workouts and want better training data.

    Importance: MEDIUM

    yes
    Xiaomi Mi Watch China supports distance tracking. 95.7% of smartwatches support distance tracking.
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    Battery life
    What it is: The typical endurance the watch can deliver on a full charge under the stated usage pattern.
    When it matters: When you do not want to charge the watch too often.

    Importance: HIGH

    Good value: >=7 days

    4 day/s
    Xiaomi Mi Watch China offers a battery life of 4 day/s which is shorter than that of 70.5% of smartwatches and equal to that of 2.9% of smartwatches.
    Battery life in training mode
    What it is: The expected endurance while workout tracking and related training functions are active.
    When it matters: When you do not want to charge the watch too often.

    Importance: HIGH

    Good value: >=36.8 h

    50 h
    Xiaomi Mi Watch China lasts 50 h in training mode which is longer than 90.7% of smartwatches and equal to that of 1.7% of smartwatches.
    Battery life with GPS on
    What it is: The expected runtime when satellite tracking stays active throughout use.
    When it matters: When you do not want to charge the watch too often.

    Importance: HIGH

    Good value: >=35 h

    50 h
    Xiaomi Mi Watch China lasts 50 h with GPS on which is longer than 93.2% of smartwatches and equal to that of 1.9% of smartwatches.
    Battery power
    What it is: The battery capacity, usually measured in milliampere-hours (mAh).
    When it matters: When you do not want to charge the watch too often.

    Importance: HIGH

    Good value: >=397 mAh

    495 mAh
    Xiaomi Mi Watch China has a battery capacity of 495 mAh which is larger than the batteries in 92.2% of smartwatches and equal to those in 0.3% of smartwatches.
    Charge time
    What it is: The time needed to recharge the battery from empty to full or to a stated percentage.
    When it matters: When you want to top up the battery quickly.

    Importance: HIGH

    Good value: <=102 min

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    Operating system
    What it is: The software platform that runs the watch interface, apps, and core functions.
    When it matters: When you care about apps, features, and long-term support.

    Importance: HIGH

    Wear OS
    Xiaomi Mi Watch China runs Wear OS which is more advanced than the operating system in 78.9% of smartwatches and the same as that in 16.7% of smartwatches.
    Software update frequency
    What it is: Shows how actively the watch is still updated: regular means ongoing updates throughout active support, occasional means updates every few months or only from time to time, and ended means active software support has mostly stopped.
    When it matters: When you care how actively the watch is still supported with fixes, patches, and new features.

    Importance: MEDIUM

    ended
    Xiaomi Mi Watch China has ended software update support which is equal to that of 57.5% of smartwatches.
    Software support appears ended or discontinued.
    Third-party app support
    What it is: Support for installing or using apps from developers beyond the watch maker.
    When it matters: When you care about apps, features, and long-term support.

    Importance: MEDIUM

    yes
    Xiaomi Mi Watch China supports third-party apps. 47.6% of smartwatches support third-party apps.
    Notifications
    What it is: Mirroring of calls, messages, apps, or other alerts on the watch.
    When it matters: When you want to check alerts without taking out your phone.

    Importance: MEDIUM

    yes
    Xiaomi Mi Watch China supports notifications. 99.9% of smartwatches support notifications.
    Voice assistant support
    What it is: Support for a voice assistant that can answer queries or trigger actions from the wrist.
    When it matters: When you want to control the watch or reply without typing.

    Importance: MEDIUM

    yes
    Xiaomi Mi Watch China supports voice assistants. 68% of smartwatches support voice assistants.
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    Cellular module
    What it is: Built-in mobile connectivity that can keep the watch online away from the phone.
    When it matters: When you want calls, messages, or data without your phone nearby.

    Importance: HIGH

    yes
    Xiaomi Mi Watch China includes a cellular module. 17.2% of smartwatches include a cellular module.
    SIM cards
    What it is: The number or type of SIM options the watch accepts for cellular service.
    When it matters: When you want calls, messages, or data without your phone nearby.

    Importance: LOW

    Good value: eSIM support

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    GPS
    What it is: Built-in satellite positioning that lets the watch record location during outdoor activity.
    When it matters: When you run, ride, hike, or navigate without relying on your phone.

    Importance: HIGH

    yes
    Xiaomi Mi Watch China supports GPS. 56.1% of smartwatches support GPS.
    Galileo support
    What it is: Support for Galileo satellites alongside other positioning systems.
    When it matters: When you run, ride, hike, or navigate without relying on your phone.

    Importance: MEDIUM

    no
    Xiaomi Mi Watch China does not support Galileo navigation. 38.7% of smartwatches support Galileo navigation.
    Supports other GNSS systems, but Galileo is not listed.
    Compass
    What it is: A directional sensor that helps the watch determine heading and orientation.
    When it matters: When you run, ride, hike, or navigate without relying on your phone.

    Importance: MEDIUM

    yes
    Xiaomi Mi Watch China includes a compass. 49.3% of smartwatches include a compass.
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    Screen size
    What it is: The diagonal measurement of the visible display area, usually expressed in inches.
    When it matters: When you want the screen to be easy to read at a glance.

    Importance: HIGH

    Good value: >=1.5 inch

    1.78 inch
    Xiaomi Mi Watch China has a screen size of 1.78 inch which is larger than the screens of 85.5% of smartwatches and equal to those of 2.9% of smartwatches.
    Display type
    What it is: The screen technology used by the watch, such as AMOLED, OLED, or memory-in-pixel LCD.
    When it matters: When you want the screen to be easy to read at a glance.

    Importance: HIGH

    AMOLED
    Xiaomi Mi Watch China uses a AMOLED display type which is more advanced than that of 48.8% of smartwatches and the same as that of 51.3% of smartwatches.
    Resolution
    What it is: The total number of pixels available on the watch display.
    When it matters: When you want the screen to be easy to read at a glance.

    Importance: MEDIUM

    Good value: >=416 x 416

    368 x 448
    Xiaomi Mi Watch China has a display resolution of 368 x 448 which is higher than that of 57.2% of smartwatches and equal to that of 2.7% of smartwatches.
    Pixel density
    What it is: The number of pixels packed into each inch of the display.
    When it matters: When you want the screen to be easy to read at a glance.

    Importance: MEDIUM

    Good value: >=326 ppi

    326 ppi
    Xiaomi Mi Watch China has a pixel density of 326 ppi which is higher than that of 46.4% of smartwatches and equal to that of 8.3% of smartwatches.
    Display brightness
    What it is: The peak brightness the display can reach, usually expressed in nits.
    When it matters: When you want the screen to stay readable outdoors and in strong sunlight.

    Importance: HIGH

    Good value: >=1000 nits

    450 nits
    Xiaomi Mi Watch China reaches 450 nits nits of display brightness, which is lower than that of 86% of smartwatches and equal to that of 6.4% of smartwatches.
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    CPU speed
    What it is: The clock speed of the watch processor, usually expressed in GHz or MHz.
    When it matters: When you want apps and menus to feel smooth.

    Importance: MEDIUM

    Good value: Modern standard

    4 x 1.2 GHz
    Xiaomi Mi Watch China uses a CPU configuration of 4 x 1.2 GHz which is faster than that in 86.4% of smartwatches and equal to that in 3.2% of smartwatches.
    Processor model
    What it is: The processor model is the chipset or SoC that powers the watch's performance, connectivity, and efficiency.
    When it matters: When you care about app responsiveness, platform generation, and long-term feature support.

    Importance: LOW

    Good value: modern smartwatch chipset

    Snapdragon Wear 3,100
    Xiaomi Mi Watch China uses the Snapdragon Wear 3100 processor model.
    RAM
    What it is: The amount of working memory available for apps, watch faces, and background tasks.
    When it matters: When you want apps and menus to feel smooth.

    Importance: MEDIUM

    Good value: >=1 GB

    1 GB
    Xiaomi Mi Watch China has 1 GB of RAM which is larger than the RAM in 32.3% of smartwatches and equal to that of 34.6% of smartwatches.
    Internal storage
    What it is: Built-in storage for apps, music, watch faces, and other local data.
    When it matters: When you want more room for apps, music, or offline data.

    Importance: MEDIUM

    Good value: >=8 GB

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    External memory slot
    What it is: A slot for expandable storage such as a memory card, if the watch provides one.
    When it matters: When you want more room for apps, music, or offline data.

    Importance: LOW

    no
    Xiaomi Mi Watch China does not include an external memory slot. 0.3% of smartwatches include an external memory slot.
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    Xiaomi Mi Watch China vs the average smartwatch

    • Has cellular module
      Xiaomi Mi Watch China includes a cellular module, the average smartwatch does not. 17.2% of smartwatches include a cellular module.
      What it is: Built-in mobile connectivity that can keep the watch online away from the phone.
      When it matters: When you want calls, messages, or data without your phone nearby.

      Importance: HIGH

      Xiaomi Mi Watch China includes a cellular module, the average smartwatch does not. 17.2% of smartwatches include a cellular module.
    • Includes wireless charging
      Xiaomi Mi Watch China supports wireless charging, the average smartwatch does not. 24.9% of smartwatches support wireless charging.
      What it is: Support for recharging the watch through a charging pad, puck, or other cable-free method.
      When it matters: When you want to top up the battery quickly.

      Importance: MEDIUM

      Xiaomi Mi Watch China supports wireless charging, the average smartwatch does not. 24.9% of smartwatches support wireless charging.
    • More advanced operating system
      Xiaomi Mi Watch China runs a more advanced operating system than the average smartwatch (Wear OS vs Proprietary OS).
      What it is: The software platform that runs the watch interface, apps, and core functions.
      When it matters: When you care about apps, features, and long-term support.

      Importance: HIGH

      Xiaomi Mi Watch China runs a more advanced operating system than the average smartwatch (Wear OS vs Proprietary OS).Wear OS vs Proprietary OS
    • Has NFC
      Xiaomi Mi Watch China supports NFC, the average smartwatch does not. 42.5% of smartwatches support NFC.
      What it is: Near-field communication hardware used for payments, pairing, or quick tap-based actions.
      When it matters: When you want to pay quickly or pair devices with a tap.

      Importance: HIGH

      Xiaomi Mi Watch China supports NFC, the average smartwatch does not. 42.5% of smartwatches support NFC.
    • 30 h longer GPS battery life
      Xiaomi Mi Watch China lasts longer with GPS on than the average smartwatch (50 h vs 20 h). The average smartwatch lasts 20 h.
      What it is: The expected runtime when satellite tracking stays active throughout use.
      When it matters: When you do not want to charge the watch too often.

      Importance: HIGH

      Good value: >=35 h

      Xiaomi Mi Watch China lasts longer with GPS on than the average smartwatch (50 h vs 20 h). The average smartwatch lasts 20 h.50 h vs 20 h
    • 195 mAh larger battery capacity
      Xiaomi Mi Watch China has a larger battery capacity than the average smartwatch (495 mAh vs 300 mAh). The average smartwatch battery is 300 mAh.
      What it is: The battery capacity, usually measured in milliampere-hours (mAh).
      When it matters: When you do not want to charge the watch too often.

      Importance: HIGH

      Good value: >=397 mAh

      Xiaomi Mi Watch China has a larger battery capacity than the average smartwatch (495 mAh vs 300 mAh). The average smartwatch battery is 300 mAh.495 mAh vs 300 mAh
    • Supports Emergency SOS
      Xiaomi Mi Watch China includes Emergency SOS, the average smartwatch does not. 42.4% of smartwatches include Emergency SOS.
      SOS feature has implementation limits (phone/app/subscription/activity dependent).
      What it is: An emergency feature that can contact help or alert trusted people from the watch.
      When it matters: When you want extra help in an emergency.

      Importance: HIGH

      Xiaomi Mi Watch China includes Emergency SOS, the average smartwatch does not. 42.4% of smartwatches include Emergency SOS.
    • Has readiness score
      Xiaomi Mi Watch China supports readiness scores, the average smartwatch does not. 18.4% of smartwatches support readiness scores.
      What it is: A recovery-style score that combines recent activity, sleep, and body data into one summary.
      When it matters: When you want health data from your wrist during the day or night.

      Importance: MEDIUM

      Xiaomi Mi Watch China supports readiness scores, the average smartwatch does not. 18.4% of smartwatches support readiness scores.
    • Has readiness score
      Xiaomi Mi Watch China supports readiness scores, the average smartwatch does not. 18.4% of smartwatches support readiness scores.
    • Supports VO2 max
      Xiaomi Mi Watch China measures VO2 max, the average smartwatch does not. 49.3% of smartwatches measure VO2 max.
    • Has irregular heart alerts
      Xiaomi Mi Watch China supports irregular heart rate warnings, the average smartwatch does not. 43.7% of smartwatches support irregular heart rate warnings.
    • Has weight tracking
      Xiaomi Mi Watch China supports weight tracking, the average smartwatch does not. 39.2% of smartwatches support weight tracking.
    • Has multi-sport mode
      Xiaomi Mi Watch China includes a multi-sport mode, the average smartwatch does not. 49.4% of smartwatches include a multi-sport mode.
    • Has barometer
      Xiaomi Mi Watch China includes a barometer, the average smartwatch does not. 45.6% of smartwatches include a barometer.
    • Has cadence sensor
      Xiaomi Mi Watch China includes a cadence sensor, the average smartwatch does not. 20.1% of smartwatches include a cadence sensor.
    • Has external HR monitor
      Xiaomi Mi Watch China supports external heart rate monitor compatibility, the average smartwatch does not. 41.3% of smartwatches support external heart rate monitor compatibility.
    • 37 more exercise profiles
      Xiaomi Mi Watch China supports more exercise modes than the average smartwatch (117 vs 80). The average smartwatch supports 80 exercise modes.
    • Includes wireless charging
      Xiaomi Mi Watch China supports wireless charging, the average smartwatch does not. 24.9% of smartwatches support wireless charging.
    • 30 h longer GPS battery life
      Xiaomi Mi Watch China lasts longer with GPS on than the average smartwatch (50 h vs 20 h). The average smartwatch lasts 20 h.
    • 195 mAh larger battery capacity
      Xiaomi Mi Watch China has a larger battery capacity than the average smartwatch (495 mAh vs 300 mAh). The average smartwatch battery is 300 mAh.
    • 30 h longer training battery life
      Xiaomi Mi Watch China lasts longer in training mode than the average smartwatch (50 h vs 20 h). The average smartwatch lasts 20 h.
    • Has cellular module
      Xiaomi Mi Watch China includes a cellular module, the average smartwatch does not. 17.2% of smartwatches include a cellular module.
    • Has NFC
      Xiaomi Mi Watch China supports NFC, the average smartwatch does not. 42.5% of smartwatches support NFC.
    • Has compass
      Xiaomi Mi Watch China includes a compass, the average smartwatch does not. 49.3% of smartwatches include a compass.
    • Supports Wi-Fi
      Xiaomi Mi Watch China supports Wi-Fi, the average smartwatch does not. 43.4% of smartwatches support Wi-Fi.
    • 0.38 inch larger screen size
      Xiaomi Mi Watch China has a larger screen size than the average smartwatch (1.8 inch vs 1.40 inch). The average smartwatch screen is 1.40 inch.
    • Stronger display glass
      Xiaomi Mi Watch China uses Corning Gorilla Glass 3 display glass, while the average smartwatch uses mineral glass.
    • Better case material
      Xiaomi Mi Watch China uses aluminum, stainless steel for the case material, while the average smartwatch uses polycarbonate.
    • More advanced operating system
      Xiaomi Mi Watch China runs a more advanced operating system than the average smartwatch (Wear OS vs Proprietary OS).
    • Supports Emergency SOS
      Xiaomi Mi Watch China includes Emergency SOS, the average smartwatch does not. 42.4% of smartwatches include Emergency SOS.
    • Supports third-party apps
      Xiaomi Mi Watch China supports third-party apps, the average smartwatch does not. 47.6% of smartwatches support third-party apps.
    • Faster CPU speed
      Xiaomi Mi Watch China uses a CPU configuration of 4x 1.2 GHz, while the average smartwatch uses 1 GHz.
    • More advanced processor model
      Xiaomi Mi Watch China uses the Snapdragon Wear 3,100 processor model, while the average smartwatch uses Snapdragon 400.

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    Overall
    Health
    Fitness
    Battery
    Connectivity
    Display & Design
    Smart features
    Hardware
    • 3 day/s shorter battery life
      Xiaomi Mi Watch China offers 4 day/s of battery life, while the average smartwatch offers 7 day/s.
    • Older Bluetooth version
      Xiaomi Mi Watch China supports an older Bluetooth version than the average smartwatch (4.2 vs 5.0). The average smartwatch uses 5.0.
    • 150 nits lower display brightness
      Xiaomi Mi Watch China has lower display brightness than the average smartwatch (450 nits nits vs 600 nits nits). The average smartwatch reaches 600 nits nits.
    • 0.7 mm thicker watch body
      Xiaomi Mi Watch China is thicker than the average smartwatch (12.3 mm vs 11.60 mm). The average smartwatch thickness is 11.60 mm.
    • No smart alarm
      Xiaomi Mi Watch China does not support a smart alarm, the average smartwatch does. 52.7% of smartwatches support this feature.
    • 2 year/s older release date
      Xiaomi Mi Watch China is an older model than the average smartwatch (2,019 vs 2,021). The average smartwatch was released in 2,021.
      November 2,019
    • No smart alarm
      Xiaomi Mi Watch China does not support a smart alarm, the average smartwatch does. 52.7% of smartwatches support this feature.
      What it is: A smart alarm tries to wake you during a lighter sleep phase within a chosen time window instead of at one fixed minute.
      When it matters: It matters if you wear your smartwatch overnight and want a gentler wake-up based on your sleep pattern rather than a standard fixed alarm.

      Importance: LOW

      Xiaomi Mi Watch China does not support a smart alarm, the average smartwatch does. 52.7% of smartwatches support this feature.
    • 3 day/s shorter battery life
      Xiaomi Mi Watch China offers 4 day/s of battery life, while the average smartwatch offers 7 day/s.
      What it is: The typical endurance the watch can deliver on a full charge under the stated usage pattern.
      When it matters: When you do not want to charge the watch too often.

      Importance: HIGH

      Good value: >=7 days

      Xiaomi Mi Watch China offers 4 day/s of battery life, while the average smartwatch offers 7 day/s.4 day/s vs 7 day/s
    • 150 nits lower display brightness
      Xiaomi Mi Watch China has lower display brightness than the average smartwatch (450 nits nits vs 600 nits nits). The average smartwatch reaches 600 nits nits.
      What it is: The peak brightness the display can reach, usually expressed in nits.
      When it matters: When you want the screen to stay readable outdoors and in strong sunlight.

      Importance: HIGH

      Good value: >=1000 nits

      Xiaomi Mi Watch China has lower display brightness than the average smartwatch (450 nits nits vs 600 nits nits). The average smartwatch reaches 600 nits nits.450 nits vs 600 nits
    • 2.61x less popular
      Xiaomi Mi Watch China has a lower popularity than the average smartwatch (1.00 vs 2,609).
      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.
      Xiaomi Mi Watch China has a lower popularity than the average smartwatch (1.00 vs 2,609).1 vs 2.61
    • Older Bluetooth version
      Xiaomi Mi Watch China supports an older Bluetooth version than the average smartwatch (4.2 vs 5.0). The average smartwatch uses 5.0.
      What it is: The Bluetooth standard supported for pairing with phones, earbuds, and sensors.
      When it matters: When you want the watch to work smoothly with your phone and accessories.

      Importance: MEDIUM

      Good value: >=5.1

      Xiaomi Mi Watch China supports an older Bluetooth version than the average smartwatch (4.2 vs 5.0). The average smartwatch uses 5.0.4.2 vs 5.0
    • 0.7 mm thicker watch body
      Xiaomi Mi Watch China is thicker than the average smartwatch (12.3 mm vs 11.60 mm). The average smartwatch thickness is 11.60 mm.
      What it is: The depth of the watch body from front to back.
      When it matters: When you wear the watch all day or sleep with it on.

      Importance: HIGH

      Good value: <=10.9 mm

      Xiaomi Mi Watch China is thicker than the average smartwatch (12.3 mm vs 11.60 mm). The average smartwatch thickness is 11.60 mm.12.30 mm vs 11.60 mm
    • 2 year/s older release date
      Xiaomi Mi Watch China is an older model than the average smartwatch (2,019 vs 2,021). The average smartwatch was released in 2,021.
      November 2,019
      What it is: The period when the watch first reached the market.
      When it matters: When you want a newer watch with longer support.

      Importance: MEDIUM

      Good value: 2023 or newer

      Xiaomi Mi Watch China is an older model than the average smartwatch (2,019 vs 2,021). The average smartwatch was released in 2,021.2019 vs 2021
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    Third-party reviews

    What customers like about Xiaomi Mi Watch China?

    • Supports cellular connectivity/eSIM for independent calling
    • Includes NFC for contactless payments and Wi-Fi support
    • Larger 1.73-inch square display compared to the global round version
    • Higher battery capacity (570 mAh) for more power potential
    • Premium build quality with a stainless-steel frame and glass fiber-reinforced body
    • Vibrant and sharp AMOLED display with high clarity
    • Smooth and fast performance, reportedly faster than some competitors

    What customers dislike about Xiaomi Mi Watch China?

    • Significantly shorter battery life (approx. 1.2 days) compared to the global 16-day version
    • Locked bootloader with no access to Google Play Services or Store
    • Interface and companion app (Mi Fitness/Xiaomi Wear) often contain untranslated Chinese text
    • Limited functionality for certain features (like NFC and Mi Assistant) outside of China
    • Voice coach and certain menu options are locked to the Chinese language
    • Inability to respond to messages directly from the watch
    • Thick design can be uncomfortable for sleeping

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    lesnumeriques.com
    23/04/2021
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    frandroid.com
    05/04/2021
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    The Xiaomi Mi Watch is a lightweight, 32-gram minimalist smartwatch featuring a bright 1.39-inch AMOLED display and a 22mm strap. It offers a responsive proprietary interface with 117 sport modes, though it lacks a full third-party app store. Key strengths include precise GPS tracking, comprehensive health sensors (SpO2, heart rate, sleep), and a battery life lasting up to 16 days,...Read more

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    23 Gennaio 2021
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    The Xiaomi Mi Watch is an affordable, fitness-focused wearable featuring a vibrant 1.39-inch AMOLED display and a lightweight, under-40g design that offers 12 to 14 days of battery life. It includes 110+ fitness modes and built-in GPS, but lacks a true smart app store, with limited notification interaction. While praised for style and longevity, the watch is critiqued for...Read more

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    andreagaleazzi.com
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    notebookcheck.nl
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