Garmin Forerunner 235 vs. Xiaomi Redmi Watch 3

Smartwatch Comparison, Reviews and Tests

Detailed comparison and review of Garmin Forerunner 235 and Xiaomi Redmi Watch 3. With our comprehensive overview, you can simply compare size, design, functions, battery capacities, but also other key features of both smartwatches and easily decide which one is the right choice for you. Our goal is to help you identify the main differences between products and find the watch that best fits your needs and expectations.

Smartwatch Specifications Comparison

Garmin Forerunner 235 vs. Xiaomi Redmi Watch 3 Comparison Chart
GENERAL Garmin Forerunner 235 Xiaomi Redmi Watch 3
Product Type Sport watch Smart watch
Supported Host Device OS - Android 6.0 (Marshmallow) or later, iOS 12 or later
Activity/Sport Running, cycling -
Wearing Style Watch style Watch style
Width 45 mm 36.56 mm
Height 45 mm 42.58 mm
Depth 11.7 mm 9.99 mm
Weight 42 g 37 g
Protection Water-resistant Water-resistant
Colours Black, marsala red | Black and grey | Frost blue Elegant black
Clock Display Yes Yes
FEATURES Garmin Forerunner 235 Xiaomi Redmi Watch 3
Sensors Accelerometer, optical heart sensor Accelerometer, geomagnetic sensor, optical heart sensor, blood oxygen sensor, gyroscope
Tracking Data Distance, time, speed, calories burned, sleep activity, heart rate Distance, calories burned, activity, sleep activity, heart rate, steps taken, blood oxygen saturation, stress level, breath, blood pressure, menstrual cycle
Modes - 100+ Workout modes, do-not-disturb mode
Goal Setting Yes Yes
Features Find phone function, VO2 max, idle alert, HR zones, VIRB control, inactivity alert, Garmin Elevate, LiveTrack, TrueUp, auto pause, auto lap, music playback control, voice instructions Find phone function, answering a call, phone unlocking, automatic exercise recognition, SOS call, auto pause, music playback control, weather information, personalised Watch Faces, stopwatch timer, 10 preloaded running courses, brightness: 600 nits
Notifications - SMS, Email, social apps, calls, sedentary
Vibrating Alert Yes Yes
Feedback Type - Vibration alert, visual interface
Navigation (GPS) GPS/GLONASS receiver GPS/GLONASS/Galileo/BeiDou/QZSS receiver
Payment Technology - Alipay
Internet of Things (IoT) Compatible - Yes
IoT Intelligent Assistant - Xiao Ai
CELLULAR Garmin Forerunner 235 Xiaomi Redmi Watch 3
Messaging Services - WeChat
CONNECTIVITY Garmin Forerunner 235 Xiaomi Redmi Watch 3
Wireless Interface - NFC, Bluetooth 5.2
DISPLAY Garmin Forerunner 235 Xiaomi Redmi Watch 3
Type Memory-in-Pixel LCD - colour - transflective AMOLED - colour
Resolution 215 x 180 pixels 390 x 450 pixels
Screen Size 1.23" 1.75"
Pixel Density - 341 ppi
Screen Protection Chemically strengthened glass -
Always On Display (AOD) - Yes
INPUT DEVICE Garmin Forerunner 235 Xiaomi Redmi Watch 3
Type - Touch sensitive screen
CASE Garmin Forerunner 235 Xiaomi Redmi Watch 3
Case Size - 42 mm
Case Shape Round -
BAND Garmin Forerunner 235 Xiaomi Redmi Watch 3
Band Type Strap Strap
Fits Wrist with Circumference - 135-200 mm
Clasp Type Buckle Pin buckle
Band Material Silicone -
Band Colour Grey -
BATTERY Garmin Forerunner 235 Xiaomi Redmi Watch 3
Technology - Lithium Ion
Battery Life - 12 day(s)
Battery Life Details GPS mode - up to 11 hour(s)
Smartwatch mode - up to 9 days
Typical usage - up to 12 days
Heavy usage - up to 7 days
GPS + HR mode (Continuous reception) - up to 18 hour(s)
Rechargeable Battery Yes Yes
MISCELLANEOUS Garmin Forerunner 235 Xiaomi Redmi Watch 3
Included Accessories Charging/data cable Magnetic charging cable
Preloaded Software Calendar, Alarm, Weather, Timer, Find My Phone, Garmion Connect IQ -
Max Depth of Water Resistance 50 m 50 m
Manufacturer Model Number - M2215W1
Warranty 1-year warranty -
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