Mi Band 7 vs Mi Band 6

Sports armbands from Xiaomi have been very popular for a long time. It is safe to say that it is good quality equipment, while at the same time at a very affordable price.

What do we know about the latest Xiaomi Mi Band 7 ?

The band debuted on May 24, and there are a few significant changes introduced that are worth mentioning. Namely, the most striking one is by far the larger 1.62-inch screen with a resolution of 192 x 490 pixels. On the Mi Band 6, the screen is 1.56 inches in size with a resolution of 152 x 486 pixels. The latest band has an increased brightness level (it's 500 nits vs. 450) so using maximum brightness on sunny days will work perfectly. In both cases, however, there is no automatic brightness adjustment. The wristband is equipped with a 2x larger battery. Its capacity is 180 mAh vs 125 mAh in the Xiaomi Mi Band 6.

In both cases, however, there is a lack of GPS module, so it is not possible to record our route. The latest model, on the other hand, has an Always - On Display mode, which means that the notification and date display is available at all times. The available animated dials look great, pleasing the eye with interesting graphics. The new Mi Band has received as many as 120 different activities, a significant difference compared to the 30 activities on the previous model. Also new is the SpO2 sensor, which will check the oxygen content in the blood and alert when the saturation drops below 90%, for example. Thanks to the enlarged screen, more graphs appear, they are much clearer and messages have more content. The Xiaomi Mi Band 7 is also slightly faster. Measuring heart rate or oxygenation of the body is faster, making the speed of the results appear faster.

What about the price of the Xiaomi Mi Band 7?

In China, the band is priced at 249 yuan (in our country, it costs about PLN 160). The NFC version is more expensive, namely rising to 299 yuan (cost of about 200 zl). We can only speculate how much exactly the latest wristband will cost in Poland, but we can be sure that the price will be quite affordable for the capabilities it has. So, if you need a clear screen and the latest features, you should consider buying the newer variant. It is also worth mentioning that the Mi Band 6 straps are compatible with the latest model, despite the larger screen. If you're looking for the right strap for your Mi Band, take a look at our store HERE and choose a strap that will meet your expectations in daily use.