Microsoft Band vs. Xiaomi Mi Watch

Smartwatch Comparison, Reviews and Tests

In depth comparison and review of Microsoft Band and Xiaomi Mi Watch. Compare sizes, functions, displays, batteries and other important specifications and features to easily choose the right smartwatch for you. Our goal is to help you uncover differences between the products and find the watch that will best fit your needs.

Smartwatch Specifications Comparison

Microsoft Band vs. Xiaomi Mi Watch Comparison Chart
GENERAL Microsoft Band Xiaomi Mi Watch
Product Type Smart watch Smart watch
Supported Host Device OS Android 4.3 (Jelly Bean), Android 4.4 (KitKat), Windows Phone OS 8.1, iOS 7.1 or later iOS 10 or later, Android 5.0 (Lollipop) or later
Wearing Style - Watch style
Audio Input Microphone -
Width 19 mm -
Depth 8.7 mm -
Weight 60 g -
Body Details - Case only: 32 g
Body Material TPE Glass fibre reinforced polyamide
Protection Dustproof, splashproof Water-resistant
Clock Display - Yes
FEATURES Microsoft Band Xiaomi Mi Watch
Sensors Ambient light sensor, pedometer, 3-axis gyro sensor, thermometre, heart rate, UV sensor, 3-axis accelerometer Accelerometer, ambient light sensor, geomagnetic sensor, barometric altimeter, optical heart sensor, gyroscope
Tracking Data Distance, calories burned, activity, sleep activity, heart rate, steps taken, skin temperature Distance, calories burned, activity, sleep activity, heart rate, blood oxygen saturation, stress level, recovery time, vital signs
Modes - 117 workout modes
Goal Setting - Yes
Features - Find phone function, flashlight, automatic exercise recognition, alarm, timer, breathing training function, music playback control, weather information, event reminders, off-the-wrist password protection
Notifications Calendar, SMS, Email SMS, Email, social apps, incoming calls
Vibrating Alert Yes Yes
Feedback Type - Vibration alert, visual interface
Navigation (GPS) - GPS/GLONASS/Galileo/BeiDou receiver
CONNECTIVITY Microsoft Band Xiaomi Mi Watch
Wireless Interface Bluetooth 4.0 Bluetooth 5.0
DISPLAY Microsoft Band Xiaomi Mi Watch
Type TFT - colour AMOLED - colour
Resolution 320 x 106 pixels 454 x 454 pixels
Screen Size 1.4" 1.39"
Dimensions (WxH) 33 mm x 11 mm -
Pixel Density - 326 ppi
Always On Display (AOD) - Yes
INPUT DEVICE Microsoft Band Xiaomi Mi Watch
Type Touch sensitive screen Touch sensitive screen
CASE Microsoft Band Xiaomi Mi Watch
Case Shape - Circular
Case Details - Black | Beige | Navy blue
BAND Microsoft Band Xiaomi Mi Watch
Band Type - Strap
Fits Wrist with Circumference - 130-220 mm
Clasp Type - Buckle
Band Material - TPU
Band Colour - Black | Beige | Navy blue
STORAGE Microsoft Band Xiaomi Mi Watch
Storage Capacity 64 MB -
CPU Microsoft Band Xiaomi Mi Watch
Manufacturer ARM -
CPU Type Cortex-M4 -
BATTERY Microsoft Band Xiaomi Mi Watch
Technology Lithium Ion -
Capacity 100 mAh 420 mAh
Battery Life 48 hours -
Battery Life Details - Typical usage - up to 16 days
Long battery mode - up to 22 days
Workout mode - up to 50 hour(s)
Rechargeable Battery - Yes
Recharge Time 90 min -
MISCELLANEOUS Microsoft Band Xiaomi Mi Watch
Included Accessories USB charging cable Magnetic charging dock
Preloaded Software Alarm, iMapMyFitness, Weather, Timer, Visual Voicemail, MyFitnessPal, RunKeeper, Cortana, Finance, Microsoft Health -
Max Depth of Water Resistance - 50 m
Max Operating Temperature 40 °C 45 °C
Min Operating Temperature -10 °C -10 °C
Warranty 1-year warranty 2-year warranty
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