Notable Features of Xiaomi Smartband 11 Active Specs Compared with Smartband 9 Active
We have here the latest fitness tracker from Xiaomi, the Xiaomi Smartband 11 Active. A sporty fitness tracker loaded with the basics, and advanced features. If you are interested to get this wearable check out first the notable features loaded to the device.
Design Upgrade
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When it comes to design, the wearable has a rectangular design similar to the smartband 9 Active. But instead of a snap in case, for its strap, it has now a quick release strap similar to the Xiaomi Smartband 10 Pro.
Still, there is no physical button plain body frame, the 11 Active has a seamless metallic look, giving the device elegant premium feel. And for color options, the smartband has three, pick from black, pomelo pink, and gray color. Overall, the smartband retains the minimalist design, light and comfortable to use.
When it comes to water protection, the fitness tracker has a 5 ATM rating, it is splashproof, washproof, it can withstand up to 50 meters of depth making it full waterproof, no worries on wearing the band on your daily activities.
No Significant Upgrade for its Screen Display
If you want to know if there are some upgrade for the screen display, unfortunately, Xiaomi did not bother to upgrade the size, resolution of even the screen technology from TFT to AMOLED. Smartband 11 Active still stick to the 1.47” inch, TFT with 172 x 370 pixel resolution. I guess the 2.5D curved tempered glass is the only minimal upgrade for its screen.
Feature Upgrade
Based on its product page, the Xiaomi Smart Band 11 Active shows more noticeable changes in its features, offering improvements and updates compared to the Smart Band 9 Active.
Similar to other 11 series wearable, the Xiaomi Smartband 11 Active has a good list of sports functions, it has at least 50 sports functions. Get fit with the basic sports activities such as walking, running, cycling and more. It is a combination of indoor, and outdoor sports functions. Each sports may monitor the steps, calories, distance or heart rate. When it comes to health, the smartwatch has an all day heart rate and blood oxygen monitoring, as well as sleep tracking. There is also an all day stress monitoring. It can track your day continuously, checking the status of your wellness automatically.
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There is no support for Bluetooth calls, but you can still receive call notifications. Users can receive push notifications, whether its social app notifications or text notifications. Read it directly on the fitness tracker but there is no details if there is a support for quick reply.
Other features included in the wearable are Bluetooth music control, weather report, manage events, brightness settings, QR code, vibration settings, preloaded watch faces, and more.
For the battery life this is where the fitness tracker excel, in just a single charge, it can last up to 21 days in light usage mode, and up to 8 days in normal usage.
| Specifications Comparison | Xiaomi Smart Band 11 Active | Xiaomi Smart Band 9 Active |
| Display Type | TFT | TFT |
| Display Size | 1.47-inch | 1.47-inch |
| Resolution | 172 × 320 pixels | 172 × 320 pixels |
| PPI | 247 PPI | 247 PPI |
| Refresh Rate | 60Hz | 60Hz |
| Display Cover | Reinforced glass | Reinforced glass |
| Watch Faces | 100+ | 100+ |
| Dimensions | 43.5 × 25.8 × 10.2 mm | 45.9 × 26.94 × 9.99 mm |
| Weight | 18g (without strap) | 16.5g (without strap) |
| Strap Material | TPU | TPU |
| Adjustable Strap Length | 135–215 mm | 135–215 mm |
| Colors | Black, Gray, Pomelo Pink | Black, Beige White, Pink |
| Water Resistance | 5ATM | 5ATM |
| Sensors | PPG sensor, accelerometer | PPG sensor, accelerometer |
| Battery Capacity | 300mAh | 300mAh |
| Battery Life | Up to 21 days (light use) | Up to 18 days (typical use) |
| Charging | Magnetic charging | Magnetic charging |
| Charging Time | Less than 120 minutes | Less than 120 minutes |
| Sports Modes | 50 | 50 |
| Heart Rate Monitoring | Yes | Yes |
| SpO₂ Monitoring | Yes | Yes |
| Sleep Monitoring | Yes | Yes |
| Stress Monitoring | Yes | Yes |
| Women’s Health Tracking | Yes | Yes |
| Bluetooth | Bluetooth 5.3 BLE | Bluetooth 5.3 BLE |
| App | Mi Fitness | Mi Fitness |
| Compatibility | Android 8.0+, iOS 14.0+ | Android 8.0+, iOS 14.0+ |
