Currently, the Mi Band 5 is Xiaomi’s most advanced activity bracelet, while the Honor Band 5 is from Honor. Both smart bands are now -and since their respective launches, which correspond to June of and July of 2019. Precisely for this reason is that in this new opportunity we will detail their characteristics and main technical specifications, in order to determine which bracelet is better and why.
To begin with, we are facing two activity bracelets with designs based on the typical, which is based on elongated and rectangular screens, although the one on the Xiaomi Mi Band 5 stands out from the bracelet, as it is embedded in a body that protrudes on the sides. and it is rounded, while the entire Honor Band is fully fused.
In terms of specifications, we have a 1.1-inch OLED screen on the Xiaomi Mi Band 5 and a 0.95-inch AMOLED screen on the Honor Band 5. Both are covered with resistant 2.5D type glass, they are touch and color.
Pros and Cons
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| Xiaomi Mi Band 5 | Honor Band 5 |
| Wide display | SpO2 sensor |
| Magnetic charging | Optional NFC |
| Optional NFC | Accurate sensors |
| Similar design as the predecessor | Average battery life |
General
| Xiaomi Mi Band 5 | Honor Band 5 | |
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| $ | CHECK PRICE | CHECK PRICE |
| Brand | Xiaomi | Honor |
| Model | Xiaomi Mi Band 5 | Honor Band 5 |
| Release date | June, 2020 | August, 2019 |
| Compatibility | Android + iOS | Android + iOS |
| Colors | Various colors available | Black, Blue and Dark Green |
| Special editions | NFC version | – |
Before going on to describe the main sports and activity tracking functions and features of these two activity bracelets, it is worth noting that both have Bluetooth 5.0 low consumption, with which they can be linked and synchronized with Android and iOS mobiles. They also come with NFC, but that option is only useful in China. They also come with connected GPS.
Now, both have a heart rate monitor, accelerometer and gyroscope, but only the Honor Band 5 has a SpO2 sensor for measuring the oxygen level in the blood. Of the rest, they can show data on steps taken, calories consumed, distance travelled and quality of sleep, among others.
On the other hand, both activity bracelets are capable of monitoring sports and activities such as cycling, running and swimming, as well as outdoor leisure modes and others. Here it is worth mentioning that they have a water resistance of 5 ATM (50 meters), so they can be submerged in swimming pools without suffering any problem.
With regard to autonomy, the first can reach 14 days of average use, while the Honor reaches up to 6 days. However, they can stay awake for up to 20 days, but with maximum energy savings.
Technical Specifications
| Xiaomi Mi Band 5 | Honor Band 5 | |
| Size | 1.1 inch color OLED / 126 x 294 pixel resolution / 450 nits brightness | 0.95 inch color AMOLED with 2.5D glass (120 x 240 pixels / 282 dpi) |
| Screen protection | 2.5D Tempered Glass + AF Coating | 2.5D Tempered Glass + AF Coating |
| Water resistance | 5 ATM (50 meters) | 5 ATM (50 meters) |
| Shock resistance | No | No |
| Connectivity | Bluetooth 5.0 BLE | Bluetooth 5.0 NFC |
| Sensors | 6-axis accelerometer, Heart rate, Gyroscope, Barometer | Blood oxygen saturation (SpO2) Heart rate monitor, Proximity, Accelerometer |
| Internal memory | 16 MB | – |
| Ram | 512kb | – |
| Battery | 125 mA | 100 mA |
| Autonomy | Up to 14 days with average usage Up to 20 days with maximum energy savings | Up to 6 days with average usage Up to 20 days in standby mode |
| Material | Part Material: Plastic Alloy Band Material: Silicone | Strap: Silicone |
| Dimensions | 47.2 x 18.5 x 12.4 mm | 43 x 17.2 x 11.5 mm |
| Weight | 11.9 grams | 22.7 g |
Activity Monitoring
| Xiaomi Mi Band 5 | Honor Band 5 | |
| Step counter | Yes | Yes |
| Calories burned | Yes | Yes |
| Distance travelled | Yes | Yes |
| Floors up | No | No |
| Sleep monitoring | Yes | Yes |
| Measuring stress levels | No | No |
| Heart rate measurement | Yes | Yes |
| Calorie intake | No | No |
| Hydration levels | No | No |
| Running | Record various metrics | Record various metrics |
| Cycling | Record various metrics | Record various metrics |
| Swimming | Record various metrics | Record various metrics |
| Outdoor | Record various metrics | Record various metrics |
| Other functions | Monitors sport in a basic way, including running, cycling and swimming. The metrics you deliver are not advanced – Activity Reminders, Personal Activity Intelligence Function (PAI), 1 sports modes: yoga, elliptical, rowing, indoor cycling and rope jumping, among others. | Various modes of activity, sport and exercise; indoor and outdoor races, cycling, swimming and some cardiovascular exercises |
Smart Features
| Xiaomi Mi Band 5 | Honor Band 5 | |
| Smartphone notifications | Yes | Yes |
| Wireless payments | Yes | Yes |
| Music storage and playback | No | No |
| Streaming services | No | No |
| Controlling your phone’s music | Yes | Yes |
| Virtual Assistant | Yes | No |
| Meteorology | Smart weather forecast | Weather information |
| Other smart features | Phone, Locator, Idle, Alerts, Android Phone Unlock, Displaying Messages and Calls, Vibration Alarms, Event, Reminders, Real-Time Activity Information, Goals Countdown Timer, Preset Dial, Night Mode, Do Not Disturb Mode | Phone Locator, Idle, Alerts, Android Phone Unlock, Displaying Messages and Calls, Alarms Event Reminders, Real-Time Activity Information, Goals, Countdown Timer, Preset Dial, Do Not Disturb Mode |
Based on various other functions, they come with music control, but no storage available for it. The ROM in both cases is enabled only to store activity and training data.
The two smart bands also have the Find phone function, activity alerts, alarms, reminders, stopwatches and a timer. Also, only the Mi Band 5 has a virtual assistant, which is Xiaomi.
Based on the prices, the Xiaomi Mi Band 5 and Honor Band 5 are located in the same range, which starts at 30 euros approx. up to 40 euros on platforms such as Amazon, in which they are available.
Conclusion!
It is difficult to establish which of these two activity bracelets is better since at the level of characteristics and technical specifications they are very similar. However, we find points of difference in favor of one and the other.
The Xiaomi Mi Band 5, meanwhile, has a larger screen, virtual assistant and better autonomy, while the Honor Band 5 has a SpO2 monitor, which is very useful, and even more so if you give it an I use fitness to the smart band.
Already for the price, we do not find notable differences, more than a few euros, depending on the place or online platform through which they are purchased.
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