Xiaomi has officially launched the Redmi Watch 6 in China, alongside the much-awaited Redmi K90 and Redmi K90 Pro Max smartphones. The new smartwatch comes with a premium design, powerful health tracking features, and an impressive display, marking a significant step up from its predecessor.
With its 2.07-inch AMOLED screen, enhanced smart connectivity, and long-lasting 550mAh battery, the Redmi Watch 6 positions itself as a strong contender in the affordable smartwatch category.
Redmi Watch 6 Price and Availability
The Redmi Watch 6 is priced at CNY 599 (approximately Rs 7,400 in India). The smartwatch is available in three elegant colour options — Blue Moon Silver, Elegant Black, and Misty Blue (translated from Chinese).
Customers in China can already purchase the watch via the official Xiaomi China e-store, with global availability expected to follow soon.
Stunning Display and Design
The standout feature of the Redmi Watch 6 is its 2.07-inch AMOLED colour display, which offers 432×514 resolution, an 82% screen-to-body ratio, and a peak brightness of 2000 nits — making it one of the brightest in its class.
The display supports Always-On Display (AOD) functionality, ensuring users can view essential information without waking the device. The 2.5D curved glass and ultra-narrow 2mm bezels give the watch a sleek and modern aesthetic.
The smartwatch also supports a 60Hz refresh rate for smoother animations and interactions. Users can customise their experience with portrait-style dials and several creative watch faces.
Software and Smart Features
Running on Xiaomi Surge OS 3 with the Super Island interface, the Redmi Watch 6 provides a fluid and connected user experience.
A standout addition is the Converged Device Centre, which allows the watch to act as a smart controller for connected Xiaomi devices — from entertainment systems to smart home gadgets.
The watch even supports intelligent car control, enabling users to access certain vehicle features directly from their wrist.
For communication, the watch integrates WeChat quick replies, voice replies, emojis, and message shortcuts, making it easier to stay connected without reaching for a phone.
Fitness and Health Tracking
Redmi Watch 6 comes loaded with over 150 sports modes, including six automatically recognised activities.
The smartwatch features multi-dimensional health tracking, covering:
- Heart rate monitoring (with underwater detection)
- Blood oxygen (SpO₂) measurement
- Sleep analysis
- Stress tracking
To support accurate readings, the watch houses an optical heart rate sensor, accelerometer, gyroscope, ambient light sensor, and geomagnetic sensor.
It also comes with upgraded dual L1 GNSS antennas, ensuring precise positioning with support for BeiDou, GPS, GLONASS, Galileo, and QZSS systems.
Connectivity and Durability
The Redmi Watch 6 supports Bluetooth 5.4 and NFC for fast pairing, payments, and seamless data sharing.
With a 5ATM water resistance rating, the watch can handle swimming and shallow-water activities but isn’t suitable for deep diving or hot showers.
The device features dual-button controls for easier navigation and tactile precision, enhancing user interaction during workouts or daily use.
Battery and Build Quality
Powering the smartwatch is a 550mAh lithium-ion polymer battery, capable of lasting up to 12 days with regular use and up to 24 days in battery saver mode.
A linear vibration motor offers over 20 different vibration patterns, ensuring users receive subtle yet distinct alerts.
Despite its large display and powerful features, the Redmi Watch 6 remains lightweight at just 31g (without strap) and slim at 9.9mm thickness. The body uses a high-strength aluminium alloy frame, stainless steel crown, and fibre-reinforced polymer, blending durability with elegance.
Final Thoughts
The Redmi Watch 6 delivers an excellent balance of style, performance, and functionality at an accessible price. Its large AMOLED display, extended battery life, precise health sensors, and deep ecosystem integration make it an ideal choice for users looking for a feature-rich smartwatch without the premium price tag.
If Xiaomi brings the Redmi Watch 6 to global markets soon, it could become one of the most popular budget smartwatches of the year — especially for fitness enthusiasts and tech-savvy users alike.
