Mi Band 5 was recently released in China and has now arrived in the UK and Europe. It’s the largely expected successor to Mi Band 4. It does come with few new additions like a larger and brighter display, more fitness and health tracking features, and longer battery life. Amazfit Bip on the other hand, is another smartwatch from Xiaomi/Huami that share many similar features with Mi Band 5. This comparison post compares the features of Mi Band 5 vs Amazfit Bip, so you know the differences and of course help you decide which is better wear for you.
Mi Band 5 vs Amazfit Bip Full Specs Compared
Product Info |
![]() Mi Band 5 Full Specifications, Features and Prices |
![]() Amazfit Bip Specifications, Features and Price |
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Price | $42.88 | $59.99 |
ABOUT DEVICE | ABOUT DEVICE | ABOUT DEVICE |
Device name | Mi Band 5 | Amazfit Bip |
Device type | Fitness smartband | Fitness/Sport smartwatch |
Gender | Unisex | Unisex |
Release date | June, 2020 | August, 2016 |
Predecessor | Mi Band 4 | — |
Successor | — | — |
Versions | Mi Band 5 NFC version | Amazfit Bip Lite |
BODY | BODY | BODY |
Dimension | 46.95 x 18.15 x 12.45 mm | 39.4 x 34.1 x 9.5 mm |
Weight | 11.9 grams (excluding straps) | 31g |
Shape | Curved, Rectangular | Rectangular |
Case material | Polycarbonate | Polycarbonate |
Strap material | TPU | Silicone |
Bezel material | 2.5D Tempered Glass, Bezeless | Polycarbonate |
Strap size | 155 – 216 mm | 20 mm |
Interchangeable strap | Yes | 20mm, Yes |
Screen protection | Anti-scracth glass | Corning Gorilla Glass 3 |
Water resistance | Yes, 5ATM | IP68 |
Durability test | — | — |
Swim-proof | Yes, recommended | Not recommended |
Color | Black, Mint green, Navy blue, Orange, Teal, Yellow | Black, Green, Red, White |
DISPLAY | DISPLAY | DISPLAY |
Display size | 1.1 inches | 1.28 inch |
Display type | 450nits, AMOLED, Full color | LCD, Reflective |
Display resolution | 294 x 126 pixel | 176 x 176 px |
Pixel density | — | — |
Always on | No | Yes |
Custom watch face | 100+, Yes | Yes |
Input type | Touchkey, Touchscreen | 1 Physical button, Touchscreen |
CONNECTIVITY | CONNECTIVITY | CONNECTIVITY |
Bluetooth | Bluetooth v5.0 | Bluetooth v4.0 |
Bluetooth calling | No | No |
GPS | (connected GPS), No | GLONASS, GPS |
NFC | (China only), (special edition), Yes | No |
Wi-Fi | No | No |
MEMORY | MEMORY | MEMORY |
RAM | 0.5MB | — |
ROM | 16MB | — |
Memory card slot | No | No |
CELLULAR CONNECTIVITY | CELLULAR CONNECTIVITY | CELLULAR CONNECTIVITY |
Technology | None | None |
SIM type | None | None |
Band | — | — |
NOTIFICATIONS | NOTIFICATIONS | NOTIFICATIONS |
SMS alert | Yes | Yes |
Calls alert | Yes | Yes |
Email alert | Yes | Yes |
Event reminder | Yes | Yes |
Third-party apps alert | Yes | Yes |
Reply to Notifications | - | - |
MEDIA | MEDIA | MEDIA |
Audio | No | No |
Bluetooth music | No | No |
Loudspeaker | No | No |
Microphone | MEMS microphone | No |
Camera | No | No |
Radio | No | No |
SENSORS | SENSORS | SENSORS |
Accelerometer | Yes | Yes |
Altimeter | No | No |
Ambient light | No | Yes |
Barometer | No | Yes |
Compass | No | Yes |
ECG | No | No |
Gyroscope | Yes | — |
HRM | Yes | Yes |
Pulse oximeter (SpO2) | — | — |
Temperature | No | No |
Other sensors | — | — |
ACTIVITY TRACKING | ACTIVITY TRACKING | ACTIVITY TRACKING |
Blood oxygen | No | No |
Blood Pressure | No | No |
Calories | Yes | Yes |
Distance | Yes | Yes |
ECG tracking | No | No |
Heart rate monitoring | Yes | Yes |
Sleep tracking | Yes | Yes |
Steps | Yes | Yes |
Floors climbed | - | - |
Stress | Yes | — |
Fall detection | No | No |
Menstrual cycle | Yes | No |
VO2 Max | No | — |
Swim-tracking | Yes | No |
Underwater heart rate tracking | No | No |
On-screen workout | No | No |
Sport modes | 11 | 4, Yes |
BATTERY | BATTERY | BATTERY |
Battery type | non-removable Lithium-polymer | non-removable Lithium-polymer |
Battery capacity | 125mAh | 190mAh |
Battery life | Continous usage: 14 days, Regular: 20 days | Regular: 45 days |
Charging type | Magnetic charger | Charging dock |
Charging time | 1-2 hours | 1-2 hours |
Solar charging | No | No |
PLATFORM | PLATFORM | PLATFORM |
Chipset | — | — |
CPU | — | — |
GPU | — | — |
Operating system | Proprietary OS | Amazfit OS |
MISC | MISC | MISC |
Companion app | Mi Fit | Mi Fit |
Compatibility | Android 4.4+, iOS 9.0+ | Android 4.4+, iOS 8.0+ |
Payment system | Alipay, Union Pay | None |
Voice command | XiaoAI, Yes | No |
Find my phone | Yes | Yes |
Box content | Charger, Manual, Mi Band 5, Straps | Amazfit Bip, Charger, Manual, Straps |