Mi Band 5 which is the latest fitness smartband from Xiaomi packs new features than its predecessor Mi Band 4, these include more health tracking features, the introduction of a new charging method, and a larger display. Samsung Galaxy Fit e is priced just about the same price as Mi Band 5 and shares many similarities in the activity tracking features. This comparison post compares the design, health tracking features, battery life, and otherwise of Mi Band 5 vs Samsung Galaxy Fit e to find out which is a better smartband for you.
Mi Band 5 vs Samsung Galaxy Fit e Full Specs Comparison
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Product Info | ![]() Mi Band 5 Full Specifications, Features and Price |
![]() Samsung Galaxy Fit E Specifications, Features and Price |
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Price | $38.99 | |
ABOUT DEVICE | ABOUT DEVICE | ABOUT DEVICE |
Device name | Mi Band 5 | Samsung Galaxy Fit E |
Device type | Fitness smartband | Fitness smartband |
Gender | Unisex | Unisex |
Predecessor | Mi Band 4 | — |
Successor | — | — |
Models | Mi Band 5 (NFC version) | — |
Date released | June, 2020 | June, 2019 |
DISPLAY | DISPLAY | DISPLAY |
Display size | 1.1 inches | 0.74 inch |
Display type | 450nits, AMOLED, Full color | Monochromic, PMOLED |
Resolution | 126 x 294 px | 128 x 64 pixel |
Pixel density | — | — |
Customizable watchface | 100+, Yes | Yes |
Input type | Touchkey, Touchscreen | Touchscreen |
Always-On | Yes | — |
BODY | BODY | BODY |
Shape | Curved, Rectangular | Rectangular |
Case material | Polycarbonate | Aluminum |
Strap material | TPU | Silicone |
Bezel material | Bezeless, Polycarbonate | Ceramics |
Strap size | 155 – 216 mm | 20 mm |
Color | Black, Mint green, Navy blue, Orange, Teal, Yellow | Black, White, Yellow |
Screen protection | Anti-scracth glass | Corning Gorilla Glass |
Dimension | 46.95 x 18.15 x 12.45mm | 40.2 x 16.0 x 10.9 mm |
Weight | (excluding straps), 11g | 15 grams (excluding straps) |
Waterproof rating | Yes, 5ATM | Yes, 5ATM |
Swim-proof | Yes, recommended | Yes, recommended |
Durability test | — | MIL-STD-810G |
CONNECTIVITY | CONNECTIVITY | CONNECTIVITY |
Bluetooth calling | No | No |
Bluetooth | Bluetooth v5.0 | Bluetooth v5.0 |
Wi-Fi | No | No |
NFC | (special edition), Yes | No |
MEMORY | MEMORY | MEMORY |
RAM | 0.5MB | 128KB |
ROM | 16MB | 4MB |
Memory card slot | No | No |
CELLULAR | CELLULAR CONNECTIVITY | CELLULAR CONNECTIVITY |
Network technology | None | None |
SIM type | None | None |
NOTIFICATIONS | NOTIFICATIONS | NOTIFICATIONS |
SMS alert | Yes | Yes |
Calls alert | Yes | Yes |
Email alert | Yes | Yes |
Event reminder | Yes | Yes |
MEDIA | MEDIA | MEDIA |
Audio | No | No |
Microphone | MEMS microphone | No |
Loudspeaker | No | No |
Bluetooth music | No | No |
Camera | No | No |
SENSORS | SENSORS | SENSORS |
GPS | (connected GPS), No | No |
Accelerometer | Yes | Yes |
HRM | Yes | Yes |
Gyroscope | Yes | Yes |
Pulse Ox. | — | No |
Altimeter | No | No |
Barometer | No | — |
Compass | No | — |
ECG | No | No |
Thermometer | No | No |
Ambient light | No | — |
ACTIVITY TRACKING | ACTIVITY TRACKING | ACTIVITY TRACKING |
Steps | Yes | Yes |
Calories | Yes | Yes |
Distance | Yes | Yes |
Heart rate monitoring | Yes | Yes |
Sleep tracking | Yes | Yes |
Floors climbed | No | No |
Blood oxygen | Yes | No |
Blood Pressure | No | No |
Stress | Yes | — |
ECG tracking | No | No |
Fall detection | No | No |
Menstrual cycle | Yes | No |
VO2 Max | No | — |
Onscreen workout | No | No |
Preloaded sport modes | 11, Yes | 90 |
BATTERY | BATTERY | BATTERY |
Battery type | non-removable Lithium-polymer | Non-removable Li-ion battery |
Battery capacity | 125mAh | 70mAh |
Battery life | Continous usage: 14 days, Regular: 20 days | Regular: 5 days+, Standby:10 days+ |
Charging type | Magnetic charger | WPC based wireless charging |
Charging duration | 1-2 hours | 1-2 hours |
Solar power | No | No |
PLATFORM | PLATFORM | PLATFORM |
Operating system | Proprietary OS | RTOS |
Chipset | — | — |
CPU | — | MCU Cortex M33F 96MHz / M0+ 16MHz |
GPU | — | — |
MISC | MISC | MISC |
Companion app | Mi Fit | Samsung Gear app |
Compatibility | Android 5.0+, iOS 10.0+ | Android 5.0+, iOS 10.0+ |
Payment system | Alipay, Union Pay | None |
Customizable strap | Yes | 20mm |
Voice Assistant | (China), XiaoAI, Yes | No |
Find my phone | Yes | Yes |
Box content | Charger, Manual, Mi Band 5, Straps | Charger, Manual, Samsung Galaxy Fit E, Straps |
Price | $38.99 |
Which is Better?
Although each of these two smartbands will track your steps, sleep, heart rate, and calories. Mi Band 5 is a better equiiped smartband that features menstrual cycle tracking, blood oxygen tracking, stress measurement, preset workout modes and can connect to your phone GPS to enable tracking for outdoor activities that can be viewed from the Mi Fit app. Mi Band 5 also has a better and larger AMOLED display than Galaxy Fit e, and it’s 14 days long battery life with continuous usage dwarfs about 4 days with Galaxy Fit e.
Mi Band 5 is clearly a better smartband than Galaxy Fit e. It offers far more features, better design, and longer battery life for the same price as Galaxy Fit e.