Side by side comparison and review of Xiaomi Watch S1 and Apple Watch Series 8 (GPS). Compare design, displays, functions, batteries and other key specifications and features to simplify the choice of your perfect smartwatch. Our goal is to make it easier for you to decide on the watch that will best meet your expectations by revealing the main differences between the products.
GENERAL | Xiaomi Watch S1 | Apple Watch Series 8 (GPS) |
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Product Type | Smart watch | Smart watch |
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Operating System | - | WatchOS |
Supported Host Device OS | iOS 10 or later, Android 6.0 (Marshmallow) or later | iOS 16 or later |
Activity/Sport | Multisport | - |
Wearing Style | Watch style | Watch style |
Audio Input | Microphone | Microphone |
Audio Output | Speaker | Speaker |
Width | 46.5 mm | - |
Height | 46.5 mm | - |
Depth | 11 mm | - |
Weight | 52 g | - |
Body Details | - | Case only: 32 g |
Body Material | Stainless steel | Aerospace-grade aluminium alloy |
Protection | Water-resistant | Water-resistant, dust-resistant, crack-resistant |
Clock Display | Yes | Yes |
FEATURES | Xiaomi Watch S1 | Apple Watch Series 8 (GPS) |
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Sensors | Accelerometer, ambient light sensor, barometer, gyro sensor, geomagnetic sensor, pulse oximeter, optical heart sensor | Accelerometer, ambient light sensor, digital compass, electrical heart sensor, blood oxygen sensor, gyroscope, temperature sensing, optical heart sensor (3d gen), always-on altimeter |
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Tracking Data | Distance, calories burned, activity, sleep activity, heart rate, steps taken, blood oxygen saturation, stress level | Distance, time, calories burned, activity, sleep activity, heart rate, blood oxygen saturation, sleep stages, menstrual cycle, ECG, ovulation phase, rapid eye movement (REM) |
Goal Setting | Yes | Yes |
Features | Call handling, automatic exercise recognition, breathing training function | Call handling, Fall detection, Emergency SOS, Family Setup support, International Emergency Calling, Crash Detection, noise monitoring, Compass Waypoint, brightness: 1000 nits, Edge-to-edge display |
Notifications | SMS, Email, social apps, incoming calls | Calendar, SMS, Email, high and low heart rate, irregular rhythm, cardio fitness |
Vibrating Alert | - | Yes |
Feedback Type | Vibration alert, visual interface | Audio alert, vibration alert, visual interface |
Navigation (GPS) | GPS/GLONASS/Galileo/BeiDou/QZSS receiver | GPS/GLONASS/Galileo/BeiDou/QZSS receiver |
Payment Technology | - | Apple Pay |
Internet of Things (IoT) Compatible | Yes | Yes |
IoT Intelligent Assistant | Alexa built-in | Siri |
IoT Voice Controlled | Direct | Direct |
CONNECTIVITY | Xiaomi Watch S1 | Apple Watch Series 8 (GPS) |
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Wireless Interface | IEEE 802.11b/g/n, NFC, Bluetooth 5.2 | IEEE 802.11b/g/n, Bluetooth 5.0 |
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DISPLAY | Xiaomi Watch S1 | Apple Watch Series 8 (GPS) |
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Type | AMOLED - colour | Retina LTPO OLED - colour |
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Resolution | 466 x 466 pixels | 352 x 430 pixels |
Screen Size | 1.43" | - |
Pixel Density | 326 ppi | - |
Screen Protection | Sapphire glass | Ion-X glass |
Always On Display (AOD) | Yes | Yes |
INPUT DEVICE | Xiaomi Watch S1 | Apple Watch Series 8 (GPS) |
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Type | Touch sensitive screen, push buttons | Touch sensitive screen |
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CASE | Xiaomi Watch S1 | Apple Watch Series 8 (GPS) |
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Case Size | 46 mm | 41 mm |
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Case Shape | Round | Rectangular |
Case Back | - | Sapphire crystal and ceramic back |
Case Details | Silver | Black | Midnight aluminium | Starlight aluminium | Red aluminium | Silver aluminium |
Crown Type | - | Digital with haptic feedback |
BAND | Xiaomi Watch S1 | Apple Watch Series 8 (GPS) |
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Band Type | Strap | Sport band |
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Band Size | - | Regular |
Fits Wrist with Circumference | - | 130-200 mm |
Changeable | Yes | Yes |
Clasp Type | Buckle | Pin-and-tuck |
Band Material | Calf leather | Fluoroelastomer |
Band Colour | Brown | Black | Midnight | Starlight | Red | White |
STORAGE | Xiaomi Watch S1 | Apple Watch Series 8 (GPS) |
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Storage Capacity | - | 32 GB |
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CPU | Xiaomi Watch S1 | Apple Watch Series 8 (GPS) |
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Manufacturer | - | Apple |
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CPU Type | - | S8 SiP |
Features | - | W3 Apple wireless chip, U1 chip |
BATTERY | Xiaomi Watch S1 | Apple Watch Series 8 (GPS) |
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Technology | Lithium polymer | Lithium Ion |
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Capacity | 470 mAh | - |
Battery Life | - | 18 hours |
Battery Life Details | Power saving mode - up to 24 days Typical usage - up to 12 days |
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Rechargeable Battery | Yes | Yes |
Wireless Charging | Yes | Yes |
MISCELLANEOUS | Xiaomi Watch S1 | Apple Watch Series 8 (GPS) |
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Included Accessories | USB cable, wireless charging dock, fluororubber watch strap (grey) | Magnetic fast charger to USB-C cable (1 m) |
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Preloaded Software | - | Apple Pay, GymKit |
Compliant Standards | - | IP6X |
SAR Value | - | 0.17 W/kg (head), 0.28 W/kg (limb) |
Max Depth of Water Resistance | 50 m | 50 m |
Max Operating Temperature | 45 °C | - |
Min Operating Temperature | -10 °C | - |
Manufacturer Model Number | - | A2770 |
Warranty | 2-year warranty | 1-year warranty |