Xiaomi Watch S1 vs. Garmin epix Gen 2 Sapphire

Smartwatch Comparison, Reviews and Tests

Detailed comparison and review of Xiaomi Watch S1 and Garmin epix Gen 2 Sapphire. With our comprehensive overview, you can simply compare size, design, functions, battery capacities, but also other key features of both smartwatches and easily decide which one is the right choice for you. Our goal is to help you identify the main differences between products and find the watch that best fits your needs and expectations.

Smartwatch Specifications Comparison

Xiaomi Watch S1 vs. Garmin epix Gen 2 Sapphire Comparison Chart
GENERAL Xiaomi Watch S1 Garmin epix Gen 2 Sapphire
Product Type Smart watch Sport watch
Supported Host Device OS iOS 10 or later, Android 6.0 (Marshmallow) or later iOS, Android
Activity/Sport Multisport Multisport
Wearing Style Watch style Watch style
Audio Input Microphone -
Audio Output Speaker -
Width 46.5 mm -
Height 46.5 mm -
Depth 11 mm -
Weight 52 g -
Body Details - With band: 70 g
Case only: 47 g
Body Material Stainless steel Titanium, fibre-reinforced polymer
Protection Water-resistant Water-resistant
Clock Display Yes Yes
FEATURES Xiaomi Watch S1 Garmin epix Gen 2 Sapphire
Sensors Accelerometer, ambient light sensor, barometer, gyro sensor, geomagnetic sensor, pulse oximeter, optical heart sensor Accelerometer, barometer, altimeter, optical heart sensor, 3-axis electronic compass
Tracking Data Distance, calories burned, activity, sleep activity, heart rate, steps taken, blood oxygen saturation, stress level Distance, speed, calories burned, activity, sleep activity, heart rate, steps taken, blood oxygen saturation, pace, stress level, respiratory rate, active time, water balance
Goal Setting Yes Yes
Features Call handling, automatic exercise recognition, breathing training function 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
Feedback Type Vibration alert, visual interface Audio alert, vibration alert, visual interface
Navigation (GPS) GPS/GLONASS/Galileo/BeiDou/QZSS receiver GPS/GLONASS/Galileo receiver
Payment Technology - Garmin Pay
Internet of Things (IoT) Compatible Yes -
IoT Intelligent Assistant Alexa built-in -
IoT Voice Controlled Direct -
CONNECTIVITY Xiaomi Watch S1 Garmin epix Gen 2 Sapphire
Wireless Interface IEEE 802.11b/g/n, NFC, Bluetooth 5.2 Bluetooth, Wi-Fi, ANT+
DISPLAY Xiaomi Watch S1 Garmin epix Gen 2 Sapphire
Type AMOLED - colour AMOLED - colour
Resolution 466 x 466 pixels 416 x 416 pixels
Screen Size 1.43" 1.3"
Pixel Density 326 ppi -
Screen Protection Sapphire glass Sapphire glass
Always On Display (AOD) Yes Yes
INPUT DEVICE Xiaomi Watch S1 Garmin epix Gen 2 Sapphire
Type Touch sensitive screen, push buttons Touch sensitive screen, push buttons
CASE Xiaomi Watch S1 Garmin epix Gen 2 Sapphire
Case Size 46 mm -
Case Shape Round Round
Case Back - Titanium
Case Details Silver | Black Black titanium | White titanium
BAND Xiaomi Watch S1 Garmin epix Gen 2 Sapphire
Band Type Strap Band
Band Width - 22 mm
Fits Wrist with Circumference - 125-208 mm
Changeable Yes Yes
Clasp Type Buckle Buckle
Band Material Calf leather Silicone
Band Colour Brown | Black -
STORAGE Xiaomi Watch S1 Garmin epix Gen 2 Sapphire
Storage Capacity - 32 GB
BATTERY Xiaomi Watch S1 Garmin epix Gen 2 Sapphire
Technology Lithium polymer Lithium Ion
Capacity 470 mAh -
Battery Life Details Power saving mode - up to 24 days
Typical usage - up to 12 days
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
Wireless Charging Yes -
MISCELLANEOUS Xiaomi Watch S1 Garmin epix Gen 2 Sapphire
Included Accessories USB cable, wireless charging dock, fluororubber watch strap (grey) 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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