Aesthetic Quality Fully Upgraded, Thinner and More Powerful, Up to 21 Days Battery Life, New Xiaomi Watch S5 Series Launched

On March 19, 2026, at Xiaomi’s annual spring new product launch event, in addition to the highly anticipated new generation SU7, Xiaomi Watch S5 also received a comprehensive upgrade as part of the Xiaomi Watch S series lineup.

Xiaomi Watch S5 is the culmination of the Xiaomi Watch S series, and it is a versatile sports and long-lasting smartwatch with a full aesthetic evolution and enhanced experience. The appearance has been completely redesigned from the inside out, sensors upgraded across the board, health monitoring more accurate, and it features a wrist control center with a maximum of 21 days of ultra-long battery life.

Design Overhaul: Integrated bezel, upgraded 316L stainless steel case, lighter and more reliable

Xiaomi Watch S5 continues the minimalist design language of the Xiaomi Watch S series. It features a 46mm large dial design, with the case fully upgraded to 316L stainless steel, paired with a ultra-narrow integrated bezel and minute scale silk-screen printing. The design is simple yet sophisticated, balancing aesthetic appeal with durability for daily use.

Along with material upgrades, the Xiaomi Watch S5 weighs only 46g and is less than 11mm thick, making it lightweight and unobtrusive for everyday wear.

All models of the Xiaomi Watch S5 come with a 1.48-inch ultra-large high-definition AMOLED display, featuring an ultra-narrow bezel design that provides a 73.8% screen-to-body ratio, supporting a peak brightness of up to 2500 nits, offering a broader view and clear visibility even in bright outdoor conditions.

Additionally, this time, Xiaomi Watch S5 introduces two special editions: the Midnight Blue Ceramic Edition, which features a zirconia ceramic bezel with filled white glaze markings and a matching leather strap, combining stability with fashion; and the Forged Carbon Edition, which uses a one-piece forged carbon bezel with a unique rotational pattern created through precise layered forging technology, paired with a woven-texture fluororubber strap that is skin-friendly and breathable, ideal for outdoor sports enthusiasts.

Sensor Upgrades: More Accurate Sports and Health Monitoring

Xiaomi Watch S series has always aimed to deliver accurate and user-friendly sports and health experiences. The Xiaomi Watch S5 has been comprehensively upgraded in both hardware and software, elevating the accuracy and ease of use of its health and activity features.

The Xiaomi Watch S5 adopts a new generation dual-frequency independent GNSS chip, improving positioning speed by 30% and accuracy by 33%. It also uses the same 4-light, 4-PD high-precision heart rate sensor as the Xiaomi Watch 5, with an accuracy of up to 98.4%. Coupled with optimized sleep algorithms, the accuracy of sleep detection has increased by 11%, and the accuracy of sleep stage classification by 14%.

Furthermore, the Xiaomi Watch S5 supports offline maps and 2.4GHz Wi-Fi fast transfer, which is ten times faster than traditional Bluetooth transmission. The sports modes allow for customizable interface parameters and layouts, enabling users to tailor their data pages before workouts. To meet the needs of cycling enthusiasts, the Xiaomi Watch S5 also introduces a cycling mode. When activated, the watch turns into a speedometer, with real-time data synchronization between the watch and phone, allowing users to view speed and heart rate in real time.

Controlling Vehicles and Home, with a More Efficient Super Island on the Watch — Your Best Smart Companion

As a vital part of Xiaomi’s full ecosystem of vehicles, homes, and devices, the Xiaomi Watch has always played an indispensable role. The Xiaomi Watch S5’s capabilities in vehicle and home control have been continuously enhanced, making it your ultimate smart companion on the wrist.

In vehicle control, the Xiaomi Watch S5 supports fatigue driving alerts and communication with the vehicle’s system. When the DMS (Driver Monitoring System) detects fatigue or distraction, the watch provides strong vibration alerts to maximize driving safety. The car’s super tasks feature supports customizable functions; when inside the vehicle, triggering preset conditions will cause the watch to vibrate, enabling functions like overspeed alerts, low-temperature warnings, and battery reminders.

Additionally, the Xiaomi Watch S5 can seamlessly control the car via the built-in Xiaomi Auto app, enabling features like flashing lights and horn to locate the vehicle or pre-heating the air conditioning in winter.

For home control, the Xiaomi Watch S5 not only supports controlling smart home devices through the integrated device center but also introduces linkage with smart door locks. When someone rings the doorbell, the watch can display the outside camera feed and support quick answering and replying, continuously safeguarding your security.

To facilitate message notifications on the watch, the Xiaomi Watch S5 supports Super Island notifications. Besides focus notifications, the watch face can display edge capsules, which can be tapped to jump to apps, covering frequently used third-party apps like ride-hailing, food delivery, and courier services.

21-Day Ultra-Long Battery Life: A New Benchmark for Smartwatches in the 1,000-Yuan Range

Beyond aesthetic and experience upgrades, the Xiaomi Watch S5’s battery performance will impress you.

All models of the Xiaomi Watch S5 are equipped with an 815mAh Xiaomi Jinsha River battery, which is 68% larger than the previous generation and contains up to 15% silicon. With software optimization, the actual maximum battery life can reach up to 21 days. For short trips, you can leave the charger at home and say goodbye to battery anxiety.

Currently, the Xiaomi Watch S5 series is officially available on Xiaomi’s official channels, including the Xiaomi Mall. Besides the four Bluetooth versions—Silver, Black, Midnight Blue Ceramic Edition, and Forged Carbon Edition—there is also a Silver eSIM version.

The Xiaomi Watch S5 Silver Bluetooth and Black Bluetooth editions are priced at 1,199 RMB, while the Midnight Blue Ceramic Edition and Forged Carbon Edition are priced at 1,399 RMB. The Silver eSIM version is also priced at 1,399 RMB. Xiaomi also offers newly designed Pine Green Silk Woven Straps and Soft Blue Genuine Leather Straps for customization.