The smartwatch appears on Xiaomi's global website with a 2.07-inch AMOLED display, 2,000-nit peak brightness, 550mAh battery and built-in GNSS.
A separate NFC model supports Mastercard and Visa contactless payments, subject to regional and bank availability, while the watch adds a slimmer case, stainless steel crown and second button.
Xiaomi says the device lasts up to 24 days on light use and supports 150-plus sports modes, swim heart-rate tracking, blood oxygen, stress, sleep monitoring and 5ATM water resistance.
Xiaomi's new watch has a flagship screen and battery. What hidden compromises were made to keep its price so low?
As budget smartwatches add premium features, how can high-end brands like Apple and Samsung justify their price tags in the future?