The Redmi Watch 3 Active is among the cheapest wearables on the market which also allows you to call via Bluetooth directly from the wrist. If you were thinking of buying it, perhaps you should wait as the company is about to release its successor, namely Redmi Watch 5 Active, which apart from the jump in numbering (the 4 Active variant is missing) will bring various improvements which we will now tell you about .
Redmi Watch 5 Active specifications
The Redmi Watch 5 Active offers a 2-inch LCD screen that reaches a maximum brightness of 500 nits, this already means a first and important improvement compared to the past generation, which had a smaller and less bright screen. The construction of the body will be made of metal, zinc alloy to be precise which gives it an elegant, modern and high-end design.
As for the functions, we will have as many as 140 monitorable activities for sport, using dedicated sensors to measure heart rate and blood oxygen saturation but for those who cannot detach themselves from the world, in terms of connectivity we find call support Bluetooth. Redmi Watch 5 Active is equipped with a built-in microphone and speakers and is compatible with the Amazon Alexa voice assistant.
Another important improvement is found in terms of autonomy with a new, larger 470 mAh battery which, according to the brand, can guarantee up to 18 days of typical use or 12 days of intensive use. Finally, there is also a certification for IPX8 water resistance, i.e. immersion in water at a depth of 1 meter for 30 minutes.
| Features | redmi watch 5 Active |
|---|---|
| Dimensions and weight | 49,1 x 40,4 x 11,4mm. 42,2g. |
| Screen | 2" with resolution 320 x 385 pixels, panel LCD , 500 nits of brightness and more than 200 customizable watchfaces. |
| Sensors | Heart rate sensor, blood oxygen saturation and accelerometer. |
| Modes and functions | Over 140 sports modes , Bluetooth calling support, built-in Alexa and IPX8 water resistance. |
| Connectivity and extras | Bluetooth 5.3 LE . Built-in microphone and speaker. |
| Autonomy | Until 18 days (470 mAh battery). 12 days with intensive use. |
| Compatibility | Android 6.0 , iOS 12.0 or later versions. |
| Resistance | Until 5 ATM maximum. |
Price and availability of Redmi Watch 5 Active
The new Redmi Watch 5 Active will go on sale on September 3 in India and, at the moment, its arrival in Italy and the rest of the world has not been confirmed. At the moment the Chinese version can be purchased, in two colors (Midnight Black and Matte Silver) for around €30 exchange, a price probably destined to rise with the arrival (hopefully) in Italy.
