Xiaomi Redmi Watch 5 Lite

When it materialises at wrist level, the Xiaomi Redmi Watch 5 Lite delivers a compelling blend of style, substance and stamina. Released on 25 September 2024, it brings modern features at a competitive price tag, and in Australia it's been seen retailing in the ballpark of A$95 to A$130 depending on retailer and stock—in April 2025 pricing reports ranged from around A$97.50 to A$128. 

At its heart is a generous 1.96-inch AMOLED touch display offering 410 × 502-pixel resolution at 332 ppi, making text crisp and colours vivid. A notable 75.8 per cent screen-to-body ratio contributes to that immersive look. There’s also always-on display support, so checking the time doesn't always require a flick of the wrist.

This square-faced watch manages to feel lightweight and sleek, thanks to a high-gloss NCVM plastic middle frame that offers a subtle metallic-like sheen without the weight. It comes in Light Gold or Black with soft TPU straps that are comfortable, deform-resistant, waterproof—and available in playful colours like Lemon Yellow, Mint Green and Candy Pink for those wanting a pop of personality.

Connectivity and communications are strong points here. It features built-in five-system GNSS (including GPS, Galileo, Glonass, BeiDou and QZSS), enabling precise positioning without needing your phone nearby. There's a speaker and microphone built in, and dual-mic noise reduction delivers clear Bluetooth calling—Xiaomi claims directional audio pickup out to about 80 cm.

As for battery life, the 470 mAh cell is rated by Xiaomi for up to 18 days under typical usage, around 12 days under heavier use, and around 7 days with always-on display active. That’s more than enough to go a couple of weeks between charges—ideal for anyone on the move or outdoors.

Fitness and wellness tracking are thorough, with over 150 workout modes to choose from, covering everything from running and walking to yoga or even pool exercises—and it’s rated 5 ATM for water resistance, meaning it's suitable for swimming in shallow water (but not for saunas, hot showers or diving). Health monitoring includes continuous heart-rate tracking, blood-oxygen sensing, sleep analysis and stress monitoring.

On the software side, the device runs Xiaomi’s HyperOS and supports Android 8.0 or higher and iOS 12.0 or above. A magnetic charging cable is included in the box, making for easy, fuss-free top-ups. The box also includes the watch itself and a user manual complete with warranty notice.

Taken overall, this watch strikes a strong balance between practicality, capability and affordability. It presents features more commonly reserved for higher-end smartwatches—like AMOLED, always-on display, built-in GNSS, Bluetooth calling and multi-day battery life—all packaged in a lightweight form and available at an accessible Australian price.

This description was generated with the help of AI and last updated August 2025.