Unveiling the Xiaomi Watch 5 lineup with flagship specifications, emphasizing battery life and new means of control.
Xiaomi has announced the latest generation of its flagship smartwatch-the Watch 5. The device combines a beautiful classic design with modern health tracking with an emphasis on battery longevity and new interaction methods.
Design and Display
The Watch 5 features a stainless steel casing and has a round 1.54-inch AMOLED display protected by synthetic sapphire crystal. Thin borders surround the screen, which can reach peak brightness of 1500 nits. Xiaomi offers tons of strap options in florist elastomer, leather, and 3D-printed titanium.
Performance and Core Features
The smartwatch utilizes dual-chip architecture with a combination of a Snapdragon W5 processor and a power-efficient BES2800 chip that allows power saver mode to extend battery life for up to 18 days. Now, the highlight is an electromyography (EMG) sensor that detects user gestures to control the interface and connected Xiaomi ecosystem devices without physical touches.
Health and Fitness Tracking
The device supports more than 150 exercise modes. In terms of advanced health monitoring capabilities, its most impressive feature is ECG recording.
Models and Pricing
The Xiaomi Watch 5 is offered in two options:
- Standard Version: It requires connection to a smartphone.
- eSIM Version: It can operate independently without a nearby smartphone.
In China, the pricing for the base model is set for 1,999 yuan (approximate $285), and 2,299 yuan (approximate $329) for the eSIM model.
