Bigger Screen, New Colours… and a hidden upgrade? Realme watch 5’s India debut sparks curiosity

The newest smartwatches from realme build upon the popular features of the previous-generation smartwatches with real upgrades. The Realme Watch 5 shows it is one of those: bigger, better, and built for everyday use.

Larger AMOLED screen and fitness essentials

A closer look at the Watch 5 reveal upgrades to the smartwatch’s heart: the 1.97-inch AMOLED screen. It’s 390×450 pixel resolution with 600 nits of peak brightness and a 60Hz refresh rate is a nice step up, and we can expect improved brightness and clarity over its predecessor.

Most importantly, the larger display offers a practical upgrade for everyday use. Notifications, the time, steps, and sleep-data should all be much easier to view on the Watch 5, whether you are commuting in the daylight, or at home picking a watch face for the evening. Simply put, it narrows the gap between a fitness band and a smartwatch.

Fitbits and features

It’s not just the screen. realme has expanded the fitness suite of the Watch 5. The wearable ships with 108 built-in sports modes and 5 GNSS systems (GPS, GLONASS, Beidou, Galileo, and QZSS), which allows for independent GPS support.

Expect precise tracking outdoors, whether you are playing sports or simply walking around. In addition to workout modes, the Watch 5 packs the usual staples like continuous heart rate monitoring, SpO₂ and blood oxygen monitoring, sleep and stress analysis, and more. A compass, NFC, Bluetooth calling (with speaker and mic), and other bits complete a smorgasbord of features that cover a lot of ground.

Also worth a mention is the 3D-wave silicone strap: it should be more comfortable on the wrist and durable for everyday use. Overall, these subtle changes indicate that Realme Watch 5 is meant to be worn throughout the day, not just in the morning or when the mood for fitness strikes.

The simple everyday smartwatch

What makes the Watch 5 stand out isn’t an expansive feature list or a tiny bezel-to-screen ratio, but the fact that realme is trying to do just the opposite. The company’s advertising is very clear on the intended target: everyday users looking for an uncomplicated, usable, and flexible smartwatch.

After all, it does include most of the important staples: larger and brighter AMOLED screen, a long-lasting battery, a comprehensive feature list, and a sleek design to top it off. Oh, and 4 color variants – Light Blue, Sun Orange, Titanium Silver and Titanium Black, that add some much-needed variety and style-conscious options to boot.

Final verdict: A simple step up

In a world of seemingly specialized smartwatches with one-too-many feature lists, a new category of everyday wearables are gaining ground. Watches that balance usability with a crisp look and all-around features are now a viable option in the wearable segment, and the Realme Watch 5 seems to fit that niche well. It is relatively priced (some stores show it available at ₹7,299), and releasing in India(BHARAT) soon. The Realme Watch 5 is a practical and user-friendly smartwatch for anyone looking to upgrade from a fitness band or a beginner smartwatch.