Xiaomi Watch S5 Lasts 15 Days in Review as 150 Sports Modes Outshine Smart Features
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Updated · Notebookcheck.net · Sep 19
Xiaomi Watch S5 Lasts 15 Days in Review as 150 Sports Modes Outshine Smart Features
3 articles · Updated · Notebookcheck.net · Sep 19
Summary
15 days of battery life with health and sleep tracking enabled emerged as the Watch S5’s standout result; with the always-on display active, it still lasted 10 days in testing.
Heart-rate tracking matched the Polar H10 on resting, average and peak readings, while SpO₂ results were also close to a reference device; dual-band GNSS was reliable but not always route-perfect.
More than 150 sports modes, VO₂ max, training load and recovery data make the 46 mm watch a strong fitness option, though it lacks chest-strap support and offers only basic offline maps and workout planning.
Smartwatch functions remain limited: users can read but not reply to notifications, cannot install third-party apps, and face some navigation and translation issues despite smooth operation and iPhone compatibility.
Priced at €180 for Black and Silver and €200 for Ceramic Blue and Jungle Green, the Watch S5 is positioned best for buyers who want endurance and sports tracking over app-rich smartwatch features.