Redmi Watch 5

The Redmi Watch 5 redefines what a mid-range smartwatch can deliver. Its expansive 2.07-inch AMOLED panel (432 × 514 px, 60 Hz, 1500 nits) is both stunning and practical under the African sun with its 82% screen-to-body ratio . Housed in a refined aluminum alloy frame, this wear- and-tear-resistant smartwatch feels just as premium as pricier competitors .

Run by Xiaomi’s HyperOS, it offers smooth navigation, wireless intelligence, and seamless pairing via Bluetooth 5.3. You can take calls directly on your wrist—thanks to its built-in speaker and dual mics—and enjoy NFC for contactless payments and smart access solutions.

Health and fitness tracking is comprehensive: it monitors heart rate, SpO₂, sleep, stress, and offers 150+ sport modes plus multi-GNSS (GPS, GLONASS, Galileo, BeiDou, QZSS) for accurate tracking in any outdoors activity .With a 550 mAh battery, it stands out in its segment by offering up to 24 days of use, elevating convenience and endurance 

Specifications

Display

• Size: 2.07″ square AMOLED

• Resolution: 432 × 514 (324 PPI)

• Refresh Rate: 60 Hz

• Brightness: 1500 nits (HBM)

• Screen-to-body: 82%

• Build: Aluminium alloy frame

  Performance & Smart Features

• OS: Xiaomi HyperOS

• Connectivity: Bluetooth 5.3, NFC, multi-GNSS

• Calling: Bluetooth calling with speaker and dual mic

• Storage: ~164 MB local 

Health & Fitness Tracking

• Sensors: HR, SpO₂, sleep, stress, ambient light, accelerometer, gyro, compass

• Sports Modes: 150+ with some auto-detection

• GNSS: GPS, Galileo, GLONASS, BeiDou, QZSS

Battery & Charging

• Capacity: 550 mAh

• Battery Life: Up to 24 days typical 

Build & Durability

• Dimensions: 47.5 × 41.1 × 11.3 mm

• Weight: ~33.5 g (no strap)

• Water Resistance: 5ATM (suitable for swimming) 

Extras

• Voice Assistant: Xiao AI

• Compatibility: Android 8.0+, iOS 12+ 

User Insight & Third-Party Recognition

• Live Science names it “best for large display,” praising its readability and battery endurance—even when compared to more expensive wearables

• Reddit users appreciate its accurate heart-rate and GPS tracking, alongside beautiful display:

  “Very accurate heart rate sensing. GNSS is also very accurate... Long battery life... The display is a real beauty.” 

Competitive Advantages

• Display & Battery: Premium AMOLED and extraordinary 24-day endurance—rare in this price point.

• Location Precision: Built-in multi-GNSS ensures better tracking than many rivals.

• Luxury Feel, Affordable Price: Sleek aluminum design with Bluetooth calling and NFC capabilities.

• Comprehensive Tracking: Health, sports, sleep, stress, menstrual cycle—all wrapped in one.

• Price Leadership: KSh 13,299 gives it an unbeatable edge vs imports or global alternatives.

Final Summary

The Redmi Watch 5 isn’t just another budget smartwatch—it’s a standout performer that combines bright visuals, in-depth tracking, smart calling, cashless convenience, and unmatched battery life. Priced at KSh 13,299, it sets the benchmark for “premium for less” in Kenya’s wearable market.

Hardware Warranty

1-year international warranty covering manufacturing defects and hardware failures

Software Support

2 years of HyperOS updates with monthly security patches and feature enhancements

Premium Service

24/7 customer support, express repair service, and replacement device during repair