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Xiaomi Watch Color review: 127 specs compared

Avg. price:~£110Screen size:1.39 inchBattery life:14 daysDisplay type:AMOLED

Xiaomi Watch Color Review: Compare 127 technical specifications and 13 expert and video reviews to see how this product ranks in the Smartwatches category and whether it is worth buying.

Xiaomi Watch Color
7.4/10

Overall score

Score
7.4/ 10
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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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Score components

35%

7.5

Technical score

30%

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

25%

7.5

Reviews score

10%

6.9

Sentiment score

â–²Better than 64% of smartwatches
8.2

Value for money

Value for money
8.2/ 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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â–² Better than 71% of models
Score components

70%

7.4

Overall score

30%

9.9

Price

â–²Better than 71%
7.5

Technical score

Technical score
7.5/ 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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Score components

24%

5.2

Health

21%

9.6

Fitness

16%

8.0

Battery

14%

7.0

Smart features

12%

8.5

Connectivity

9%

7.5

Display & Design

4%

5.6

Hardware

â–²Better than 71%
7.5

Reviews score

Reviews score
7.5/ 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. 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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7.5

Mark 7.8 is below the typical mark 7.9 of this category, so it cannot lift the score above the technical score

80%

7.9

Average grade

20%

7.6

Popularity

Grades by review (13)
1 review + 12 videos, average 7.8/10. Reviews count 25% of the overall score.
User ratings collected online are not part of this score.
â–¼Worse than 54%
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List score

List score
7.5/ 10
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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
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Where to buy
    N/A~ £110
Best rankings
Available: ranking among products currently available (including other versions of this product).All: ranking among all products in the database.

What reviewers say about the Xiaomi Watch Color

Based on 1 · 11

Reviewers love the stylish build and long battery, but complain about limited language support, weak calls and few apps.
Praised
Mixed views
Criticised
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What owners say about the Xiaomi Watch Color

Based on 77 owners sharing their experience in online comments

16%positive26%mixed58%negative

Owners like the design, but pairing failures, Chinese language limits, and unreadable grouped messages dominate the complaints.

What owners dislike

  • Watch is hard to find or pair18
  • Owners report Chinese text on the watch faces, day names and app menus, plus no language option and an assistant that stays in Chinese.10
  • WhatsApp messages that arrive together show only a count such as 'two new messages' and cannot be opened one by one on the watch.6
  • Owners say the app is limited, with no manual start for heart rate or stress, no widget customisation, Alexa unavailable in some regions and Strava not working.6
  • Owners report the app shows no heart rate or stress results for the day, step and calorie counts differing from a treadmill, and sleep often not detected.4
  • Owners say notifications often do not arrive, and read notifications disappear from the watch, leaving some messages incomplete.4
  • Some owners received watches that stuck at the lock screen or arrived bricked, and a warranty limited to Germany left a buyer in Argentina without repair.4
  • Owners report the watch lags and stutters in use, and one would give up battery life to get rid of it.3
  • Owners say HIIT workouts often fail to record on the watch, and swimming activity is not updated in the app.3

Points mentioned by at least 3 owners, most mentioned first.

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Technical Specifications of smartwatch Xiaomi Watch Color

Technical score
Technical score
7.5/ 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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Score components:

24%

5.2

Health

21%

9.6

Fitness

16%

8.0

Battery

14%

7.0

Smart features

12%

8.5

Connectivity

9%

7.5

Display & Design

4%

5.6

Hardware

7.5
Reviews score
7.5
List score
?
Value for money
Value for money
8.2/ 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
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<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–² Better than 71% of models
Score components:

70%

7.4

Overall score

30%

9.9

Price

8.2
Heart rate monitor
yes
This smartwatch includes a heart rate monitor. 9.5% of smartwatches include a heart rate monitor.
Blood oxygen monitoring
yes
This smartwatch supports blood oxygen monitoring. 30.4% 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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What reviewers say
Accelerometer
yes
This smartwatch includes an accelerometer. 0.5% of smartwatches include an accelerometer.
Barometer
yes
This smartwatch includes a barometer. 46.5% 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
14 days
Market range: <1 day – >20 days
This smartwatch lasts 14 days on a charge, which is longer than 73.8% of Smartwatches and the same as 9% of Smartwatches.
Battery life in training mode
50 h
Market range: <6 h – >48 h
This smartwatch records workouts for 50 h on a charge, which is longer than 91.5% of Smartwatches and the same as 2% of Smartwatches.
Battery life with GPS on
50 h
Market range: <6 h – >46 h
This smartwatch lasts 50 h with GPS on, which is longer than 92.4% of Smartwatches and the same as 2.1% of Smartwatches.
Battery power
458 mAh
Market range: <200 mAh – >500 mAh
This smartwatch has a 458 mAh battery, which is larger than 82.6% of Smartwatches and the same as 0.1% of Smartwatches.
Charge time
120 min
Market range: <60 min – >150 min
This smartwatch charges from empty in 120 min, which is quicker than 13.3% of Smartwatches and the same as 44.6% of Smartwatches.
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What reviewers say
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
yes
This smartwatch supports voice assistants. 30.8% of smartwatches support voice assistants.
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What reviewers say
Cellular module
?
SIM cards
0
GPS
yes
This smartwatch supports GPS. 40.3% of smartwatches support GPS.
Galileo support
yes
This smartwatch supports Galileo navigation. 56.5% 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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What reviewers say
Screen size
1.39 inch
Market range: <1.2 inch – >1.83 inch
This smartwatch has a 1.39 inch screen, which is smaller than 51.3% of Smartwatches and the same as 9% of Smartwatches.
Display type
AMOLED
This smartwatch uses AMOLED, which is more advanced than the screen in 46.9% of Smartwatches and equal to 53.1% of Smartwatches.
Resolution
454x 454
This smartwatch has a display resolution of 454x454 which is higher than that of 76.5% of smartwatches and equal to that of 7% of smartwatches.
Pixel density
462 ppi
Market range: <213 ppi – >461 ppi
This smartwatch has a pixel density of 462 ppi, which is higher than 91.7% of Smartwatches and equal to 4.6% of Smartwatches.
Display brightness
?
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What reviewers say
CPU speed
?
Processor model
?
RAM
?
Internal storage
8 GB
Market range: <0 GB – >32 GB
This smartwatch has 8 GB of internal storage, which is more than 65.5% of Smartwatches and equal to 11.3% 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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What reviewers say

Xiaomi Watch Color vs the average smartwatch

246810TotalHealthFitnessBatteryConnectivityDisplay & DesignSmart featuresHardware
  • 29 h longer GPS battery life
    This smartwatch lasts longer with GPS on than the average smartwatch (50 h vs 21 h). The average smartwatch lasts 21 h with GPS on.
    50 h vs 21 h
  • 30 h longer training battery life
    This smartwatch lasts longer in training mode than the average smartwatch (50 h vs 20 h). The average smartwatch lasts 20 h in training mode.
    50 h vs 20 h
  • Fall detection
    This smartwatch supports fall detection, the average smartwatch does not. 23% of smartwatches support fall detection.
  • 7 days longer battery life
    This smartwatch runs longer per charge than the average smartwatch (14 days vs 7 days). The average smartwatch runs for 7 days on a charge.
    14 days vs 7 days
  • Emergency SOS
    This smartwatch includes Emergency SOS, the average smartwatch does not. 44.8% of smartwatches include Emergency SOS.
  • NFC functionality
    This smartwatch supports NFC, the average smartwatch does not. 45.2% of smartwatches support NFC.
  • Supports Wi-Fi
    This smartwatch supports Wi-Fi, the average smartwatch does not. 43.5% of smartwatches support Wi-Fi.
  • Galileo satellite support
    This smartwatch supports Galileo navigation, the average smartwatch does not. 43.6% of smartwatches support Galileo navigation.
  • 7.1% higher review score
    Reviews score
    7.5/ 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. 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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    â–¼ Worse than 54% of models

    7.5

    Mark 7.8 is below the typical mark 7.9 of this category, so it cannot lift the score above the technical score

    80%

    7.9

    Average grade

    20%

    7.6

    Popularity

    Grades by review (13)
    1 review + 12 videos, average 7.8/10. Reviews count 25% of the overall score.
    User ratings collected online are not part of this score.
    7.5 vs 7.0
  • Water intake tracking
    This smartwatch tracks water intake, the average smartwatch does not. 44.1% of smartwatches track water intake.
  • 27 more exercise types
    This smartwatch includes more exercise types than the average smartwatch (117 vs 90). The average smartwatch includes 90 exercise types.
    117 vs 90
  • 29 h longer GPS battery life
    This smartwatch lasts longer with GPS on than the average smartwatch (50 h vs 21 h). The average smartwatch lasts 21 h with GPS on.
    50 h vs 21 h
  • 30 h longer training battery life
    This smartwatch lasts longer in training mode than the average smartwatch (50 h vs 20 h). The average smartwatch lasts 20 h in training mode.
    50 h vs 20 h
  • 7 days longer battery life
    This smartwatch runs longer per charge than the average smartwatch (14 days vs 7 days). The average smartwatch runs for 7 days on a charge.
    14 days vs 7 days
  • 153 mAh larger battery capacity
    This smartwatch has a larger battery than the average smartwatch (458 mAh vs 305 mAh). The average smartwatch has a 305 mAh battery.
    458 mAh vs 305 mAh
  • NFC functionality
    This smartwatch supports NFC, the average smartwatch does not. 45.2% of smartwatches support NFC.
  • Supports Wi-Fi
    This smartwatch supports Wi-Fi, the average smartwatch does not. 43.5% of smartwatches support Wi-Fi.
  • Galileo satellite support
    This smartwatch supports Galileo navigation, the average smartwatch does not. 43.6% of smartwatches support Galileo navigation.
  • 136 ppi sharper screen
    This smartwatch has a sharper screen than the average smartwatch (462 ppi vs 326 ppi). The average smartwatch has a pixel density of 326 ppi.
    462 ppi vs 326 ppi
  • 12.5 g lighter
    This smartwatch is lighter than the average smartwatch (32.5 g vs 45 g). The average smartwatch weighs 45 g.
    Weight refers to watch case without strap/band.
    32.5 g vs 45 g
  • Better case material
    This smartwatch uses stainless steel for the case material, while the average smartwatch uses polycarbonate.
    316L stainless steel case
    stainless steel vs polycarbonate
  • Higher resolution
    This smartwatch has a display resolution of 454x454, while the average smartwatch reaches 360x360.
    454x454 vs 360x360
  • Fall detection
    This smartwatch supports fall detection, the average smartwatch does not. 23% of smartwatches support fall detection.
  • Emergency SOS
    This smartwatch includes Emergency SOS, the average smartwatch does not. 44.8% of smartwatches include Emergency SOS.
  • 2x more internal storage
    This smartwatch has more internal storage than the average smartwatch (8 GB vs 4 GB). The average smartwatch has 4 GB of internal storage.
    8 GB vs 4 GB
  • 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.
  • 48.5 m shallower water rating
    This smartwatch is rated for shallower water than the average smartwatch (1.5 m vs 50 m). The average smartwatch is rated to 50 m.
    Based on IP immersion rating (controlled lab conditions, not a swim/diving certification).
    1.5 m vs 50 m
  • No call answering
    This smartwatch does not support call answering, the average smartwatch does. 60% of smartwatches support call answering.
  • No smart scale support
    This smartwatch does not support smart scale compatibility, the average smartwatch does. 57.1% of smartwatches support smart scale compatibility.
  • Basic battery type
    This smartwatch uses a Li-ion battery, while the average smartwatch uses Li-Po.
    Li-ion vs Li-Po
  • No inactivity alerts
    This smartwatch does not support inactivity alerts, the average smartwatch does. 92.6% of smartwatches support inactivity alerts.
  • No voice feedback
    This smartwatch does not support voice feedback, the average smartwatch does. 63.5% of smartwatches support voice feedback.
  • 8.0% lower sentiment score
    6.9 vs 7.5
  • 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 smart scale support
    This smartwatch does not support smart scale compatibility, the average smartwatch does. 57.1% of smartwatches support smart scale compatibility.
  • No inactivity alerts
    This smartwatch does not support inactivity alerts, the average smartwatch does. 92.6% of smartwatches support inactivity alerts.
  • 1 years older
    This smartwatch was released earlier than the average smartwatch (2020 vs 2021). The average smartwatch was released in 2021.
    January 2020
    2020 vs 2021
  • No voice feedback
    This smartwatch does not support voice feedback, the average smartwatch does. 63.5% of smartwatches support voice feedback.
  • Basic battery type
    This smartwatch uses a Li-ion battery, while the average smartwatch uses Li-Po.
    Li-ion vs Li-Po
  • 48.5 m shallower water rating
    This smartwatch is rated for shallower water than the average smartwatch (1.5 m vs 50 m). The average smartwatch is rated to 50 m.
    Based on IP immersion rating (controlled lab conditions, not a swim/diving certification).
    1.5 m vs 50 m
  • 8.3 mm taller case
    This smartwatch has a taller case than the average smartwatch (53.3 mm vs 45 mm). The average smartwatch is 45 mm tall.
    53.3 mm vs 45 mm
  • 3.7 mm wider case
    This smartwatch has a wider case than the average smartwatch (46.2 mm vs 42.5 mm). The average smartwatch measures 42.5 mm across.
    46.2 mm vs 42.5 mm
  • 0.01 inch smaller display
    This smartwatch has a smaller screen than the average smartwatch (1.4 inch vs 1.4 inch). The average smartwatch has a 1.4 inch screen.
    1.39 inch vs 1.4 inch
  • 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 call answering
    This smartwatch does not support call answering, the average smartwatch does. 60% of smartwatches support call answering.
  • No gesture control
    This smartwatch does not support gesture control, the average smartwatch does. 79.6% of smartwatches support gesture control.

Video reviews

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

4.0
C4ETech English
≈ estimated
28/01/2020
Hands-on review · features, battery and Chinese interface
Verdict
Xiaomi Watch Color is not recommended in its current state, mainly because of the Chinese-only interface; it may suit fans if launched globally.
8.0
Lim Reviews
≈ estimated
16/01/2020
Full review · fitness tracking, battery and app tests
Verdict
Xiaomi Watch Color is well built and comfortable, but the reviewer suggests waiting for software fixes before buying.
7.0
Nikolay Tanev
≈ estimated
10/01/2020
Hands-on review · setup, features and app
Verdict
Xiaomi Watch Color is more of a fitness tracker than a smartwatch, but a sensible pick for buyers who want a budget model.
9.0
TechZG
≈ estimated
03/01/2020
Unboxing and first look · design and setup
Verdict
Xiaomi Watch Color is a stylish, good-looking smartwatch and fitness tracker, and another very good Xiaomi watch overall.
Not graded
Overview video
Not graded
Hands-on video, no verdict
Overview video
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Overview video

Expert reviews

In-depth analysis and verdict from leading tech publications

8.0
topspot.techinfus.com
≈ estimated
Not Dated
Product overview · Fitness and NFC
Verdict
The Xiaomi Watch Color suits people who want a bright, comfortable watch with NFC payments and heart tracking, not those who want apps or calls.

Third-party reviews

What customers like about Xiaomi Watch Color

  • Excellent battery life, typically lasting between 14 to 16 days on a single charge.
  • High-quality 1.39-inch AMOLED display that is bright, sharp, and easy to read in direct sunlight.
  • Stylish and lightweight design that feels comfortable for all-day wear and fits formal occasions.
  • Responsive user interface with smooth fluid transitions and intuitive navigation.
  • Built-in GPS with relatively fast and accurate positioning for outdoor activities.
  • Extensive range of sports modes (over 100) providing basic stats for various exercises.

What customers don't like about Xiaomi Watch Color

  • Inconsistent heart rate sensor accuracy, particularly during intense workouts.
  • Basic notification support with no ability to reply to messages directly from the watch.
  • No support for third-party apps or music storage, limiting its 'smart' functionality.
  • The accompanying Mi Fitness app lacks data export options for third-party platforms like Strava or Google Fit.
  • Large 46mm watch face may appear oversized or bulky on smaller wrists.
  • Limited customisation for watch faces and a lack of support for user-generated designs.

Verdict

The Xiaomi Watch Color is a sleek, entry-level smartwatch featuring a circular 1.39-inch AMOLED display with a 454 x 454 resolution and a stainless steel frame. It is equipped with a 420mAh battery offering up to 14 days of typical usage, 5ATM water resistance, built-in GPS/GLONASS, and sensors for heart rate, sleep, and stress monitoring. Main pros include its vibrant, high-resolution screen, long-lasting battery life, and extensive customisation with over 1,500 strap and watch face combinations. However, it lacks a built-in speaker and microphone for voice calls, does not support third-party apps due to its proprietary OS, and cannot respond directly to notifications.

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