The Xiaomi Redmi Watch 5 Active offers an impressive battery life of up to 18 days under typical usage conditions, with some users reporting even longer durations when using power-saving features. This watch is designed for general fitness tracking and smart features like Bluetooth calling, making it suitable for daily use without frequent recharging[1].
In contrast, the Garmin Forerunner 165 has a significantly shorter battery life, especially when GPS is used. It provides about 19 hours of GPS runtime, which translates to around 5-8 days of general training usage without GPS-intensive activities. For users who frequently track workouts with GPS, the battery life is notably shorter compared to the Redmi Watch 5 Active[2][5].
Overall, the Redmi Watch 5 Active is more suitable for users who prioritize long battery life and basic smart features, while the Garmin Forerunner 165 is better suited for athletes who require advanced GPS tracking capabilities, despite its shorter battery life.
Citations:
[1] https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=DPT9Qnt9ifs&vl=de
[2] https://www.runnersworld.com/uk/gear/tech/a60293628/garmin-forerunner-165-review/
[3] https://www.reddit.com/r/GarminWatches/comments/1ec4sl7/vivoactive_5_vs_forerunner_165_vs_venu_3_for/
[4] https://www.gsmarena.com/xiaomi_redmi_watch_5_review-news-66437.php
[5] https://www.reddit.com/r/Garmin/comments/1bfwf1j/forerunner_165_battery_is_lasting_around_67_days/
[6] https://versus.com/en/garmin-forerunner-55-vs-xiaomi-redmi-watch-5-active
[7] https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=TdXzW_nkn0A
[8] https://www8.garmin.com/manuals-apac/webhelp/forerunner165series/EN-SG/GUID-B3C49BAB-6B44-4C2C-B259-955368F8F462-1727.html
[9] https://www.mi.com/global/product/redmi-watch-5-active/
[10] https://www8.garmin.com/manuals/webhelp/GUID-607F08F6-33FC-40BF-9727-84E54043D82D/EN-US/GUID-14A987C8-260E-4D95-828B-E4B9A40896FA.html
[11] https://www.triathlete.com/gear/tech-wearables/garmin-forerunner-165-reviewed-a-little-watch-that-does-a-lot/