Xiaomi Smart Band 8
Score: 88/100
Xiaomi Smart Band 9 Pro
Score: 82/100Rankings
The Xiaomi Smart Band 8 offers a vivid AMOLED display, 21-day battery life and a lightweight aluminum design, positioning it as a budget-friendly fitness tracker. Its main limitation is the lack of standalone GPS and a modest battery capacity. Ideal for beginners and swimmers who value a bright screen and long endurance without premium pricing.
The Xiaomi Smart Band 9 Pro combines a large, 1200-nit AMOLED screen with standalone GPS and a rich health-monitoring suite, targeting outdoor fitness enthusiasts. Trade-offs include a bulkier feel, occasional brightness lag, and the lack of music/NFC features. Best for users who need accurate GPS and a bright display for varied lighting conditions.
| Attribute | | |
|---|---|---|
504 hoursbest | 504 hoursbest | |
| ↓ lower better | 27 gbest | 40 g |
| ↓ lower better | 60 minutesbest | 75 minutes |
1.72 in | 1.74 inbest | |
233 mAh | 350 mAhbest | |
150best | 150best | |
| ↓ lower better | 10.95 mm | 2.2 mmbest |
1,500 nitsbest | 1,200 nits |
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| Attribute | | |
|---|---|---|
Battery & Power(2) | ||
Charging Time (minutes) | 60 minutes | 75 minutes |
Battery Capacity (mAh) | 233 mAh | 350 mAh |
Display(3) | ||
Screen Size (in) | 1.72 in | 1.74 in |
Resolution (pixels) | 212x520 pixels | 336x480 pixels |
Brightness (nits) | 1500 nits | 1200 nits |
Build & Design(3) | ||
Weight (g) | 27 g | 40 g |
Thickness (mm) | 10.95 mm | 2.2 mm |
Strap Material | TPU | TPU, Calfskin |
Products in the top-left offer the best value (high score, low price).
Professional commentary on the Smart Band 10 is limited, but editors note the device continues Xiaomi's value-focused approach with a stylish all-metal frame, an ultra-bright display, and a 21-day battery, while pointing out the absence of built-in GPS as a drawback for serious runners.
Everyday users echo the praise for the band's lightweight feel, vivid AMOLED screen, and long battery life, while recurring complaints focus on strap comfort for larger wrists and occasional heart-rate inaccuracies during vigorous activity.
Professional reviewers consider the Smart Band 9 Pro a significant step forward, emphasizing its expansive high-brightness display, robust GNSS capabilities, and comprehensive sport and health features. While the device is praised for comfort and visual clarity, the only notable drawback mentioned is the occasional lag in automatic brightness adaptation under sudden lighting changes.
Everyday users praise the long battery life, bright display, and comprehensive health monitoring, while noting occasional lag in automatic brightness and bulkier feel.
