Xiaomi Mi Watch vs. Garmin epix Gen 2

Smartwatch Comparison, Reviews and Tests

In depth comparison and review of Xiaomi Mi Watch and Garmin epix Gen 2. 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

Xiaomi Mi Watch vs. Garmin epix Gen 2 Comparison Chart
GENERAL Xiaomi Mi Watch Garmin epix Gen 2
Product Type Smart watch Sport watch
Supported Host Device OS iOS 10 or later, Android 5.0 (Lollipop) or later iOS, Android
Activity/Sport - Multisport
Wearing Style Watch style Watch style
Body Details Case only: 32 g With band: 76 g
Case only: 53 g
Body Material Glass fibre reinforced polyamide Steel, fibre-reinforced polymer
Protection Water-resistant Water-resistant
Clock Display Yes Yes
FEATURES Xiaomi Mi Watch Garmin epix Gen 2
Sensors Accelerometer, ambient light sensor, geomagnetic sensor, barometric altimeter, optical heart sensor, gyroscope Accelerometer, barometer, altimeter, optical heart sensor, 3-axis electronic compass
Tracking Data Distance, calories burned, activity, sleep activity, heart rate, blood oxygen saturation, stress level, recovery time, vital signs Distance, speed, calories burned, activity, sleep activity, heart rate, steps taken, blood oxygen saturation, pace, stress level, respiratory rate, active time, water balance
Modes 117 workout modes -
Goal Setting Yes 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 Music remote handling, find phone function, VIRB control, inactivity alert, Move IQ, Find my Device, Downloadable workouts, store & play music, rejecting a call, LiveTrack, Physio TrueUp, PacePro pace guidance, animated workouts, weather information, dual grid coordinates format, Body Battery Energy Monitor
Notifications SMS, Email, social apps, incoming calls Calendar, SMS, Email, incoming calls, high and low heart rate
Vibrating Alert Yes Yes
Feedback Type Vibration alert, visual interface Audio alert, vibration alert, visual interface
Navigation (GPS) GPS/GLONASS/Galileo/BeiDou receiver GPS/GLONASS/Galileo receiver
Payment Technology - Garmin Pay
CONNECTIVITY Xiaomi Mi Watch Garmin epix Gen 2
Wireless Interface Bluetooth 5.0 Bluetooth, Wi-Fi, ANT+
DISPLAY Xiaomi Mi Watch Garmin epix Gen 2
Type AMOLED - colour AMOLED - colour
Resolution 454 x 454 pixels 416 x 416 pixels
Screen Size 1.39" 1.3"
Pixel Density 326 ppi -
Screen Protection - Corning Gorilla Glass DX (scratch resistant glass)
Always On Display (AOD) Yes Yes
INPUT DEVICE Xiaomi Mi Watch Garmin epix Gen 2
Type Touch sensitive screen Touch sensitive screen, push buttons
CASE Xiaomi Mi Watch Garmin epix Gen 2
Case Shape Circular Round
Bezel - Passivated stainless steel
Case Back - Steel
Case Details Black | Beige | Navy blue Slate steel
BAND Xiaomi Mi Watch Garmin epix Gen 2
Band Type Strap Band
Band Width - 22 mm
Fits Wrist with Circumference 130-220 mm 125-208 mm
Changeable - Yes
Clasp Type Buckle Buckle
Band Material TPU Silicone
Band Colour Black | Beige | Navy blue -
STORAGE Xiaomi Mi Watch Garmin epix Gen 2
Storage Capacity - 16 GB
BATTERY Xiaomi Mi Watch Garmin epix Gen 2
Technology - Lithium Ion
Capacity 420 mAh -
Battery Life Details Typical usage - up to 16 days
Long battery mode - up to 22 days
Workout mode - up to 50 hour(s)
Smartwatch mode - up to 16 days
Battery Saver Watch Mode - up to 21 days
GPS mode - up to 42 hour(s)
All satellite systems mode - up to 32 hours
All satellite systems with music mode - up to 10 hour(s)
Max Battery GPS Mode - up to 75 hour(s)
Expedition GPS Mode - up to 14 days
Rechargeable Battery Yes Yes
MISCELLANEOUS Xiaomi Mi Watch Garmin epix Gen 2
Included Accessories Magnetic charging dock Charging/data cable
SAR Value - 0.32 W/kg (body), 0.28 W/kg (limb)
Max Depth of Water Resistance 50 m 100 m
Max Operating Temperature 45 °C 45 °C
Min Operating Temperature -10 °C -20 °C
Warranty 2-year warranty -
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