realme has returned to the smartwatch segment with a significant upgrade – the realme Watch 5, launched recenly alongside the realme P4x 5G. The realme Watch 5 aims to offer a more premium smartwatch experience with enhanced fitness tracking, a premium form factor, and independent GPS navigation – all while staying accessible to the masses, priced at ₹3,999 as an introductory offer. The highlights include a large 1.97-inch AMOLED display with a premium-looking design and aluminium-alloy functional crown, support for HD Bluetooth calling, dedicated GPS + NFC, up to 20 days of battery life, and more. Here’s what we have to say about the smartwatch in our realme Watch 5 review.
Design, Display, & Build
At first glance, the realme Watch 5 immediately stands out with its large 1.97-inch AMOLED display, sturdy yet light build, and a refined aluminium-alloy functional crown. The display uses a 390 x 450 pixels resolution offering 600 nits peak brightness, Always-on Display, and a 79% screen-to-body ratio. Available in Titanium Black, Titanium Silver, Mint Blue, and Vibrant Orange, the watch embraces a fresh, modern look suited for both fitness and everyday wear.
The aluminium-alloy functional crown on the right side offers smooth tactile feedback for UI navigation. The watch also features a precisely designed honeycomb-like speaker grill, contributing to both design and usability, especially during Bluetooth calls. The crown is accompanied by a built-in speaker, while the left side offers two microphone holes to enable Bluetooth calling.
The metallic functional crown supports tap, scroll, and long-press gestures, enabling features. Flip it over, and you’ll find the health-tracking sensors along with charging pins neatly integrated into the backplate. The new 3D-Wave strap is built using skin-safe materials and is optimized for better visibility in low light. The Watch 5 also comes with an IP68 rating, making it dust-tight and resistant to water. It has successfully passed 4 extreme durability tests, ensuring reliability in harsh conditions.
Features & User Interface
The Watch 5 is positioned as a fitness-centric yet lifestyle-friendly smartwatch featuring 108 sports modes, and 300+ custom options for Watch Faces, guided workouts, stretching exercises, and a suite of health sensors, including 24/7 heart rate, SpO₂, 3 breathing training modes, sleep, menstrual cycle, and stress monitoring.
The realme Watch 5 delivers a surprisingly refined performance experience for its price segment, balancing smooth everyday usage with a rich set of fitness, smart, and health-focused features. realme has clearly aimed to make this smartwatch feel responsive, practical, and reliable for daily wear.
One of the biggest highlights of the realme Watch 5 is its built-in GPS, which supports five global satellite systems. This allows users to track outdoor activities such as running, walking, and cycling without carrying a smartphone. In real-world usage, GPS lock is quick, and route tracking remains accurate across longer workouts, making it a standout feature at this price point.
The smartwatch supports an impressive 108 sports modes, covering everything from traditional workouts like running, cycling, and swimming to yoga, strength training, and niche indoor activities. realme has also included guided workout routines and stretching exercises, which are particularly useful for beginners or users looking for structured fitness sessions.
It offers a comprehensive suite of health tracking tools:
- 24/7 heart rate tracking with real-time and historical data
- SpO₂ monitoring for Blood Oxygen level checks
- Sleep tracking, breaking down light, deep, and REM sleep stages
- Stress monitoring with insights to help manage daily fatigue
- Menstrual cycle tracking for personalized health awareness
- Three breathing training modes to support relaxation and mindfulness
Health data is presented clearly on the watch and synced with the realme Link app, where users can access detailed insights, trends, and summaries. The watch maintains stable performance even when multiple features – like workout tracking, heart rate monitoring, and notifications – are running simultaneously. In day-to-day usage, the realme Watch 5 feels responsive with quick touch inputs and minimal lag while navigating menus, toggling settings, or switching between apps. Animations are smooth, and interactions like swiping through widgets, checking notifications, or accessing workout modes feel consistent and reliable.
On the smart side, the realme Watch 5 punches above its weight. HD Bluetooth calling works reliably, with clear audio output thanks to the integrated speaker and microphone. Call connectivity remains stable, and voice clarity is good for quick conversations on the go.
Additional smart features include NFC support (unlikely to be seen in this price segment), Music control for connected smartphones, a Compass for outdoor navigation, Game Guardian mode, aimed at reducing distractions during gaming sessions, and Smart assistant support via the realme Link app. Notifications from apps are delivered promptly, and the interface makes it easy to scroll through messages, calls, and alerts without feeling cluttered.
Battery Runtime & Charging
realme claims up to 16 days of battery life under typical usage and up to 20 days in Light Mode, and in real-world conditions, the watch comfortably delivers long-lasting performance. Even with GPS workouts, Bluetooth calling, and health tracking enabled, battery endurance remains impressive for a smartwatch in this segment.
Battery life is one of the strongest aspects of the realme Watch 5, especially considering its large AMOLED display and feature-rich experience. realme claims up to 16 days of usage under typical conditions and up to 20 days in Light Mode, and in everyday use, the smartwatch comfortably lives up to these expectations.
With standard usage that includes notifications, health tracking, occasional workouts, and Bluetooth connectivity, the watch can easily last well over a week on a single charge. Even with features like Always-On Display, continuous heart rate monitoring, and regular activity tracking enabled, battery performance remains dependable, making it well-suited for users who don’t want to charge their smartwatch frequently.
The long endurance is particularly impressive when you factor in power-hungry features such as built-in GPS, Bluetooth calling, and a bright AMOLED panel. Short GPS workouts and periodic calls don’t cause aggressive battery drain, allowing the watch to remain reliable for multi-day use.
Charging is handled via a magnetic charging cable, which is simple and convenient to use. A quick top-up can provide enough power to get through the day. The charging cable works with standard USB power sources such as wall adapters, laptops, or power banks.
Verdict – realme Watch 5 Review
The realme Watch 5 positions itself as a strong all-rounder in the budget smartwatch segment, offering a feature set that goes well beyond what its price tag suggests. At ₹3,999, it delivers a premium AMOLED experience with a large 1.97-inch display, built-in GPS with multi-satellite support, great Bluetooth calling performance, NFC support, IP68 durability, and a wide selection of 108 sports modes, making it one of the most feature-rich smartwatches in its category.
Battery life is another major highlight – with up to 16 days of claimed usage and 20 days in Light Mode, the realme Watch 5 easily handles extended use without frequent charging, even with GPS workouts and Bluetooth calling in the mix. The health tracking remains comprehensive with heart rate, SpO₂, sleep, stress monitoring, breathing exercises, and other health features. The addition of guided workouts, stretching modes, and Game Guardian support further enhances everyday usability.
Overall, the realme Watch 5 is an excellent choice for users upgrading from basic fitness bands or first-time smartwatch buyers who want GPS, calling, long battery life, and a premium display in the affordable price segment. In its price segment, the realme Watch 5 stands out as a smart, practical, and highly competitive offering.
realme Watch 5 – Where To Buy
The realme Watch 5 is priced at 3,999 as a part of an introductory offer (₹4,499 MOP) with first sale starting from 10th December 2025 at 12 PM on Flipkart.com, realme.com/in, and offline retail stores.
- Price: ₹3,999 (introductory price), ₹4,499 MOP
- Availability: 10th December 2025 at 12 PM (first sale) on Flipkart.com, realme.com/in, and offline stores
- Offers: Available at ₹3,999 (₹500 off on MOP as a part of the introductory offer)
