In depth comparison and review of Garmin fēnix 6S Solar and Xiaomi Watch S1 Active. Compare sizes, functions, displays, batteries and other important specifications and features to easily choose the right smartwatch for you. Our goal is to help you uncover differences between the products and find the watch that will best fit your needs.
GENERAL | Garmin fēnix 6S Solar | Xiaomi Watch S1 Active |
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Product Type | Sport watch | Smart watch |
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Supported Host Device OS | iOS, Android | iOS 10 or later, Android 6.0 (Marshmallow) or later |
Activity/Sport | Running, swimming, ski, cycling, hiking, climbing, snowboarding, rower, kayaking, jumpmaster, stand up paddleboarding | Multisport |
Wearing Style | Watch style | Watch style |
Audio Input | - | Microphone |
Audio Output | - | Speaker |
Width | 42 mm | - |
Height | 42 mm | - |
Depth | 14.2 mm | - |
Weight | 60 g | - |
Body Details | - | Case only: 36.3 g |
Body Material | Stainless steel, fibre-reinforced polymer | Glass fibre reinforced polyamide |
Protection | Water-resistant | Water-resistant |
Colours | - | Ocean blue | Moon white |
Clock Display | Yes | Yes |
FEATURES | Garmin fēnix 6S Solar | Xiaomi Watch S1 Active |
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Sensors | Accelerometer, thermometre, barometric altimeter, electromagnetic compass, pulse oximeter, optical heart sensor | Accelerometer, ambient light sensor, barometer, SpO2 sensor, geomagnetic sensor, optical heart sensor, PPG sensor, gyroscope |
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Tracking Data | Distance, time, speed, calories burned, activity, sleep activity, heart rate, steps taken, floors climbed, blood oxygen saturation, stress level | Distance, calories burned, activity, sleep activity, heart rate, steps taken, blood oxygen saturation, stress level |
Modes | - | 117 fitness modes, 19 professional modes |
Goal Setting | Yes | Yes |
Features | Music remote handling, find phone function, HR zones, Bluetooth Smart technology, VIRB control, inactivity alert, Move IQ, Find my Device, Garmin Elevate, TrueUp, Body Battery, solar charging, dual grid coordinates format | Call handling, find phone function, flashlight, automatic exercise recognition, breathing training function, music playback control, weather information, customisable watch faces, Health index, Women's health |
Notifications | Calendar, SMS, Email, social apps, incoming calls | SMS, Email, social apps, incoming calls |
Vibrating Alert | - | Yes |
Feedback Type | - | Vibration alert, visual interface |
Navigation (GPS) | GPS/GLONASS/Galileo receiver | GPS/GLONASS/Galileo/BeiDou/QZSS receiver |
Payment Technology | Garmin Pay | - |
Internet of Things (IoT) Compatible | - | Yes |
IoT Intelligent Assistant | - | Alexa built-in |
IoT Voice Controlled | - | Direct |
CONNECTIVITY | Garmin fēnix 6S Solar | Xiaomi Watch S1 Active |
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Wireless Interface | Bluetooth, ANT+ | IEEE 802.11b/g/n, NFC, Bluetooth 5.2 |
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DISPLAY | Garmin fēnix 6S Solar | Xiaomi Watch S1 Active |
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Type | Memory-in-Pixel LCD - colour - transflective | AMOLED - colour |
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Resolution | 240 x 240 pixels | 466 x 466 pixels |
Screen Size | 1.2" | 1.43" |
Pixel Density | - | 326 ppi |
Screen Protection | Power Glass | - |
Always On Display (AOD) | - | Yes |
INPUT DEVICE | Garmin fēnix 6S Solar | Xiaomi Watch S1 Active |
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Type | Touch buttons | Touch sensitive screen, push buttons |
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CASE | Garmin fēnix 6S Solar | Xiaomi Watch S1 Active |
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Case Size | 42 mm | - |
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Case Shape | Round | Round |
Bezel | Stainless steel | Metal |
Case Back | Metal | - |
Case Details | Silver | Blue | Silver | Space black |
BAND | Garmin fēnix 6S Solar | Xiaomi Watch S1 Active |
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Band Type | Band | Strap |
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Band Width | 20 mm | - |
Fits Wrist with Circumference | 108-182 mm | 160-220 mm |
Changeable | Yes | Yes |
Clasp Type | Buckle | Buckle |
Band Material | Silicone | TPU |
Band Colour | Black | Blue | White | Black |
STORAGE | Garmin fēnix 6S Solar | Xiaomi Watch S1 Active |
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Storage Capacity | 64 MB | - |
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BATTERY | Garmin fēnix 6S Solar | Xiaomi Watch S1 Active |
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Capacity | - | 470 mAh |
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Battery Life | 59 day(s) | 12 day(s) |
Battery Life Details | Smartwatch mode - up to 9 days Smartwatch mode (with solar) - up to 10.5 days Battery Saver Watch Mode - up to 34 days Battery Saver Watch Mode (with solar) - up to 59 days Max Battery GPS Mode - up to 50 hour(s) Max Battery GPS Mode (with solar) - up to 64 hour(s) GPS mode - up to 25 hour(s) GPS mode (with solar) - up to 28 hour(s) Expedition GPS Mode - up to 20 days Expedition GPS Mode (with solar) - up to 26 days |
Typical usage - up to 12 days Power saving mode - up to 24 days GPS mode - up to 30 hour(s) |
Rechargeable Battery | Yes | Yes |
Recharge Time | - | 2.5 hour(s) |
MISCELLANEOUS | Garmin fēnix 6S Solar | Xiaomi Watch S1 Active |
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Included Accessories | Charging/data cable | Magnetic charging cable |
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Preloaded Software | Garmin Pay | - |
Compliant Standards | - | GB/T 30106-2013 |
Max Depth of Water Resistance | 100 m | 50 m |
Max Operating Temperature | - | 45 °C |
Min Operating Temperature | - | -10 °C |
Warranty | - | 2-year warranty |