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Xiaomi Watch S5 review: 127 specs compared

Avg. price:~£?Screen size:1.48 inchBattery life:14 daysDisplay type:AMOLED

Xiaomi Watch S5 Review: Compare 127 technical specifications, 30 expert and video reviews and 10 best-of lists to see how this product ranks in the Smartwatches category and whether it is worth buying.

Xiaomi Watch S5
8.4/10

Overall score

Score
8.4/ 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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★ Better than 93% of models
Score components

35%

8.3

Technical score

30%

8.7

List score

25%

8.2

Reviews score

10%

7.9

Sentiment score

★Better than 93% of smartwatches
?

Value for money

Value for money
✕
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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Score components

70%

8.4

Overall score

30%

?

Price

Price not known yet
8.3

Technical score

Technical score
8.3/ 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
★ Better than 91% of models
Score components

24%

8.1

Health

21%

9.5

Fitness

16%

8.2

Battery

14%

7.8

Smart features

12%

8.4

Connectivity

9%

8.1

Display & Design

4%

6.0

Hardware

★Better than 91%
8.2

Reviews score

Reviews score
8.2/ 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: 7.5 for now.
Share: Reviews count 25% of the overall score.
Score distribution
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<55-66-77-88-99-10
▲ Better than 67% of models

80%

8.1

Average grade

20%

8.7

Popularity

Grades by review (30)
8 reviews + 22 videos, average 8.1/10. Reviews count 25% of the overall score.
User ratings collected online are not part of this score.
▲Better than 67%
8.7

List score

List score
8.7/ 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 (10)
List score: in 10 of 85 lists (12%)
★Better than 95%
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Ranked #59 of 777 models in Smartwatches (Overall score)

Technical Specifications of smartwatch Xiaomi Watch S5

Technical score
Technical score
8.3/ 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
★ Better than 91% of models
Score components:

24%

8.1

Health

21%

9.5

Fitness

16%

8.2

Battery

14%

7.8

Smart features

12%

8.4

Connectivity

9%

8.1

Display & Design

4%

6.0

Hardware

8.3
Reviews score
8.2
List score
8.7
Value for money
Value for money
8.8/ 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
▼
<55-66-77-88-99-10
★ Better than 94% of models
Score components:

70%

8.4

Overall score

30%

?

Price

8.8
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% of smartwatches support ECG.
Irregular heart rate warnings
yes
This smartwatch supports irregular heart rate warnings. 49.5% of smartwatches support irregular heart rate warnings.
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
?
Distance tracking
yes
This smartwatch supports distance tracking. 3.7% of smartwatches support distance tracking.
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What reviewers say
Battery life
14 days
Market range: <1 days – >16 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
?
Battery life with GPS on
?
Battery power
815 mAh
Market range: <195 mAh – >475 mAh
This smartwatch has a 815 mAh battery, which is larger than 99.2% of Smartwatches.
Charge time
60 min
Market range: <60 min – >150 min
This smartwatch charges from empty in 60 min, which is quicker than 83.8% of Smartwatches and the same as 12% of Smartwatches.
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What reviewers say
Operating system
HyperOS
This smartwatch runs HyperOS, which is more advanced than the system in 57.1% of Smartwatches and equal to 1.7% of Smartwatches.
Software update frequency
occasional
This smartwatch has occasional software update support which is more active than that of 54% of smartwatches and equal to that of 40.2% 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
no
This smartwatch does not include a cellular module. 16.6% of smartwatches include a 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
yes
Xiaomi Watch S5 supports dual-frequency GPS. 85% of Smartwatches offer this.
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What reviewers say
Screen size
1.48 inch
Market range: <1.2 inch – >1.82 inch
This smartwatch has a 1.48 inch screen, which is larger than 66.6% 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
480x 480
This smartwatch has a display resolution of 480x480 which is higher than that of 98% of smartwatches and equal to that of 1.9% of smartwatches.
Pixel density
323 ppi
Market range: <207 ppi – >461 ppi
This smartwatch has a pixel density of 323 ppi, which is lower than 57.1% of Smartwatches and equal to 1.1% of Smartwatches.
Display brightness
1,500 nits
Market range: <450 nits – >2k nits
This smartwatch has a screen brightness of 1,500 nits, which is higher than 82.6% of Smartwatches and equal to 2% of Smartwatches.
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What reviewers say
CPU speed
?
Processor model
?
RAM
0.06 GB
Market range: <0.5 GB – >2 GB
This smartwatch has 0.06 GB of RAM, which is less than 95.5% of Smartwatches and equal to 0.9% of Smartwatches.
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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Xiaomi Watch S5 vs the average smartwatch

246810TotalHealthFitnessBatteryConnectivityDisplay & DesignSmart featuresHardware
  • Blood pressure monitoring
    This smartwatch supports blood pressure monitoring, the average smartwatch does not. 21.6% of smartwatches support blood pressure monitoring.
  • 60 min quicker charging
    This smartwatch charges faster than the average smartwatch (60 min vs 120 min). The average smartwatch takes 120 min to charge from empty.
    60 min vs 120 min
  • Fall detection
    This smartwatch supports fall detection, the average smartwatch does not. 20.7% 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
  • Maps support
    This smartwatch supports maps, the average smartwatch does not. 34.4% of smartwatches support maps.
  • 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. 45.6% of smartwatches support NFC.
  • More frequent updates
    This smartwatch receives occasional software updates, while the average smartwatch receives ended updates.
    occasional vs ended
  • 17.1% higher review score
    Reviews score
    8.2/ 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: 7.5 for now.
    Share: Reviews count 25% of the overall score.
    Score distribution
    ▼
    <55-66-77-88-99-10
    ▲ Better than 67% of models

    80%

    8.1

    Average grade

    20%

    8.7

    Popularity

    Grades by review (30)
    8 reviews + 22 videos, average 8.1/10. Reviews count 25% of the overall score.
    User ratings collected online are not part of this score.
    8.2 vs 7.0
  • 10.1% higher list score
    List score
    8.7/ 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 (10)
    List score: in 10 of 85 lists (12%)
    8.7 vs 7.9
  • 14% better value for money
    Xiaomi Watch S5 has a higher value-for-money score than the average smartwatch (8.85 vs 7.8).
    8.85 vs 7.76
  • Blood pressure monitoring
    This smartwatch supports blood pressure monitoring, the average smartwatch does not. 21.6% of smartwatches support blood pressure monitoring.
  • 5 years newer
    This smartwatch was released more recently than the average smartwatch (2026 vs 2021). The average smartwatch was released in 2021.
    2,026 vs 2,021
  • 60 more exercise types
    This smartwatch includes more exercise types than the average smartwatch (150 vs 90). The average smartwatch includes 90 exercise types.
    150 vs 90
  • 60 min quicker charging
    This smartwatch charges faster than the average smartwatch (60 min vs 120 min). The average smartwatch takes 120 min to charge from empty.
    60 min vs 120 min
  • 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
  • 510 mAh larger battery capacity
    This smartwatch has a larger battery than the average smartwatch (815 mAh vs 305 mAh). The average smartwatch has a 305 mAh battery.
    815 mAh vs 305 mAh
  • Maps support
    This smartwatch supports maps, the average smartwatch does not. 34.4% of smartwatches support maps.
  • NFC functionality
    This smartwatch supports NFC, the average smartwatch does not. 45.6% of smartwatches support NFC.
  • Supports Wi-Fi
    This smartwatch supports Wi-Fi, the average smartwatch does not. 43.5% of smartwatches support Wi-Fi.
  • More current Bluetooth version
    This smartwatch uses a more current Bluetooth version than the average smartwatch (5.4 vs 5).
    5.4 vs 5.0
  • Supports dual-frequency GPS
    Xiaomi Watch S5 supports dual-frequency GPS, while the average smartwatch does not. 15.1% of Smartwatches support dual-frequency GPS.
  • Galileo satellite support
    This smartwatch supports Galileo navigation, the average smartwatch does not. 43.6% of smartwatches support Galileo navigation.
  • 750 nits brighter screen
    This smartwatch has a brighter screen than the average smartwatch (1500 nits vs 750 nits). The average smartwatch peaks at 750 nits.
    1,500 nits vs 750 nits
  • Higher resolution
    This smartwatch has a display resolution of 480x480, while the average smartwatch reaches 360x360.
    480x480 vs 360x360
  • Better case material
    This smartwatch uses stainless steel for the case material, while the average smartwatch uses polycarbonate.
    stainless steel vs polycarbonate
  • 0.71 mm slimmer
    This smartwatch is slimmer than the average smartwatch (11 mm vs 11.7 mm). The average smartwatch is 11.7 mm thick.
    10.99 mm vs 11.7 mm
  • 0.08 inch larger display
    This smartwatch has a larger screen than the average smartwatch (1.5 inch vs 1.4 inch). The average smartwatch has a 1.4 inch screen.
    1.48 inch vs 1.4 inch
  • Fall detection
    This smartwatch supports fall detection, the average smartwatch does not. 20.7% of smartwatches support fall detection.
  • Emergency SOS
    This smartwatch includes Emergency SOS, the average smartwatch does not. 44.8% of smartwatches include Emergency SOS.
  • More frequent updates
    This smartwatch receives occasional software updates, while the average smartwatch receives ended updates.
    occasional vs ended
  • More advanced operating system
    This smartwatch runs a more advanced operating system than the average smartwatch (HyperOS vs Proprietary OS).
    HyperOS vs Proprietary OS
  • No third-party apps
    This smartwatch does not support third-party apps, the average smartwatch does. 51.6% of smartwatches support third-party apps.
  • 94% less RAM
    This smartwatch has less RAM than the average smartwatch (0.1 GB vs 1 GB). The average smartwatch has 1 GB of RAM.
    0.06 GB vs 1 GB
  • 3.5 mm wider case
    This smartwatch has a wider case than the average smartwatch (46 mm vs 42.5 mm). The average smartwatch measures 42.5 mm across.
    46 mm vs 42.5 mm
  • Basic band material
    This smartwatch uses rubber for the band material, while the average smartwatch uses silicone.
    rubber vs silicone
  • 3.5 mm wider case
    This smartwatch has a wider case than the average smartwatch (46 mm vs 42.5 mm). The average smartwatch measures 42.5 mm across.
    46 mm vs 42.5 mm
  • Basic band material
    This smartwatch uses rubber for the band material, while the average smartwatch uses silicone.
    rubber vs silicone
  • No third-party apps
    This smartwatch does not support third-party apps, the average smartwatch does. 51.6% of smartwatches support third-party apps.
  • 94% less RAM
    This smartwatch has less RAM than the average smartwatch (0.1 GB vs 1 GB). The average smartwatch has 1 GB of RAM.
    0.06 GB vs 1 GB

Video reviews

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

9.0
The Product Reviewer
≈ estimated
30/06/2026
Hands-on review · battery, GPS and health tests
Verdict
Xiaomi Watch S5 feels premium and has excellent battery life, but no app store, limited replies and less flexible NFC payments hold it back.
9.0
Talking Geeky Stuff.
≈ estimated
16/06/2026
Long-term test · 2 weeks of daily use
Verdict
Xiaomi Watch S5 lasts about two weeks on moderate use, and its design is a strong point for the price.
8.0
TechMishka
≈ estimated
14/06/2026
Hands-on review · health, GPS, battery and software tests
Verdict
Xiaomi Watch S5 has outstanding battery life and a premium design, making it worth considering for style, but advanced health tracking and notifications fall short.
8.0
Tech Spurt
≈ estimated
04/06/2026
Long-term test · two weeks of daily wear
Verdict
Xiaomi Watch S5 is a budget watch with excellent battery life, well suited to casual users despite basic features and few apps.
9.0
Nikolay Tanev
≈ estimated
28/05/2026
Hands-on review · about one week of use
Verdict
Xiaomi Watch S5 is a premium, bright watch with strong value, but quick replies are missing.
7.0
HardReset.Info
≈ estimated
13/06/2026
First look · unboxing, display, straps and charger puck
Verdict
Xiaomi Watch S5 is a plain smartwatch with all the expected features, but its charging puck is the weak point.
6.0
Pro Tech City
≈ estimated
20/03/2026
Unboxing · first look at design, system and apps
Verdict
Xiaomi Watch S5 has clear design upgrades, but the system is still hard to use, and a full review is yet to come.
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Overview video
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Overview video

What reviewers agree on

Based on 8 · 12

Reviewers praise the long battery, sharp screen and accurate GPS, but criticise limited notification replies and software.
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Criticised
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Expert reviews

In-depth analysis and verdict from leading tech publications

7.0
notebookcheck.net
≈ estimated
19/09/2026
Lab test · Sports watch
Verdict
The Xiaomi Watch S5 is a long-lasting sports watch with accurate heart rate readings, but its closed system and missing replies make it a poor fit for everyday use.
8.0
t3.com
✓ explicit
14/07/2026
Hands-on test · Running and battery
Verdict
The Xiaomi Watch S5 is a solid, lightweight fitness watch that lasts 10 to 14 days per charge, suiting buyers who value battery life more than apps.
6.2
outdoormonster.de
✓ explicit
16/07/2026
Hands-on test · Outdoor sports watch
Verdict
The Xiaomi Watch S5 is a bright, sturdy sports watch with strong GPS and about ten days of battery, though route planning and chest strap support fall short.
9.0
phonandroid.com
≈ estimated
28/07/2026
Hands-on test · Design and screen
Verdict
The Xiaomi Watch S5 is a stylish watch with a bright screen and up to 14 days of battery, but it lacks an app store and message replies.
8.0
01net.com
≈ estimated
06/08/2026
Hands-on test · Endurance watch
Verdict
The Xiaomi Watch S5 is a well-built watch that lasts more than a week between charges, but its closed system and missing replies limit everyday use.
8.0
teknofilo.com
≈ estimated
09/06/2026
Hands-on test · Sports and navigation
Verdict
The Xiaomi Watch S5 is a stylish sports watch with offline maps and about two weeks of battery, though its closed system rules out apps and full message replies.
8.0
sportmediaset.mediaset.it
≈ estimated
09/06/2026
Hands-on test · Battery and display
Verdict
The Xiaomi Watch S5 suits people who want over a week of battery and a bright screen without Wear OS, though its main button and notifications feel awkward.
7.3
androidworld.nl
✓ explicit
09/08/2026
Hands-on test · Everyday use
Verdict
The Xiaomi Watch S5 lasts about ten days between charges, but its closed software lacks the apps and reply options of Wear OS watches.

Third-party reviews

What we like about Xiaomi Watch S5

  • A charge takes 60 min, which is quick for a watch.
  • Dual-frequency GPS tracks runs and rides closely.
  • The 1500-nit screen is easy to read in direct sun.
  • Blood pressure monitoring is built in.
  • Fall detection is built in.
  • NFC is built in for payments.

What we don't like about Xiaomi Watch S5

  • There is no app store, so no third-party apps can be installed.
  • Notifications can be read but not replied to.
  • The charger uses USB-A and must line up with its pins.
  • At 46 mm wide, it looks large on a slim wrist.
  • Recorded GPS tracks do not always match the real route.

Verdict

Fall detection and blood pressure tracking are uncommon on watches, and they set the Xiaomi Watch S5 apart. The 1500-nit AMOLED screen reads well in direct sun, and the dual-frequency GPS tracks runs and rides closely. It is rated for 14 days, and in tests it lasted more than a week with health tracking on. The stainless steel case feels premium, and the thin bezels keep the large face looking neat. Heart rate matched a chest strap on a bike ride in tests, and it has NFC built in. The trade-off is the closed system: there is no app store, so Spotify and WhatsApp cannot be added, and notifications can be read but not replied to. It suits someone who wants a premium-looking watch with blood pressure and fall tracking, and is happy with built-in apps only.

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