The Xiaomi Smart Band 8 Active Black is the entry model of Xiaomi’s Smart Band 8 family, here with the black strap. It uses a 1.47-inch TFT LCD screen rather than the AMOLED panel of the standard Smart Band 8, and it keeps the essentials: 24-hour heart rate, blood oxygen, sleep and stress tracking, more than 50 fitness modes, 5ATM water resistance and up to 14 days of typical battery life. Black is the practical everyday colour: it hides sweat and dirt, suits any outfit and works for both men and women. This is the global version that pairs with Mi Fitness on Android 8.0 or iOS 12.0 and later.
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Why the black version
A fitness band works best when you forget it is there, and the Xiaomi Smart Band 8 Active Black is the least noticeable way to wear one. The black TPU strap does not show sweat lines after the gym or marks from a desk, and it looks fine with a work shirt, a thobe or sports kit. If you are buying a first tracker for yourself or for a parent who just wants steps and heart rate, black is the safe choice. Xiaomi sells other strap colours separately, so you can add colour later without changing the band.
Health tracking around the clock
The Xiaomi Smart Band 8 Active Black monitors heart rate 24 hours a day; high and low heart-rate alerts are available but must be switched on manually. Blood oxygen can be tracked all day at 10-minute intervals once you enable it, with a warning when it drops low. Sleep tracking breaks the night into stages and gives suggestions, and the band measures stress levels. For women, it tracks periods and ovulation with advance reminders, which also need enabling in the app. Xiaomi states it is not a medical device and is not meant to diagnose or treat any condition.
Battery: typical versus heavy use
Xiaomi is clear about the conditions behind its battery figures for the Xiaomi Smart Band 8 Active Black and its 210mAh cell. Typical use, up to 14 days, assumes heart rate every 30 minutes, high-precision sleep off, 100 notifications and 10 calls a day, 200 wrist raises and 60 minutes of exercise a week. Heavy use, around 6 days, assumes heart rate every minute, high-precision sleep on, 200 notifications and 15 calls a day, 500 wrist raises and 90 minutes of exercise a week. The Xiaomi Smart Band 8 Active Black charges on a magnetic cable in under 120 minutes, according to Xiaomi.
50+ modes for everyday fitness
Xiaomi lists more than 50 fitness modes, each recording duration and calories. That covers walking, running, cycling, gym sessions and more, which is plenty for most people who want to stay active rather than train for a race. The band is rated 5ATM under ISO 22810:2010, so you can wear the Xiaomi Smart Band 8 Active Black in the pool or shallow water, but not in hot showers, saunas or while diving. It also shows message and call notifications from your phone.
Screen and build, in brief
The 1.47-inch TFT screen has 172 × 320 pixels at 247 ppi and peaks above 450 nits, under 2.5D tempered glass with an anti-fingerprint coating. Xiaomi says the viewable area is about 10.5% larger than the Smart Band 8. The body measures 42.81 × 25.42 × 9.99 mm and weighs 14.9 g without the strap; the TPU strap adjusts from 135 to 215 mm. Bluetooth 5.1 BLE connects it to your phone. The box holds the band body, strap, charging cable and manual.
Who This Is Not For
The Xiaomi Smart Band 8 Active Black is not for people who want an AMOLED screen or an always-on display; it uses a TFT LCD. There is no ambient light sensor listed, no built-in GPS and no microphone or speaker. It offers 50+ fitness modes rather than the 150+ of the Smart Band 8, and serious runners will miss advanced running metrics. Battery drops to about 6 days with heavy use. It is not a medical device.
Ordering from Totot
Totot sells the Xiaomi Smart Band 8 Active Black brand-new and genuine in its sealed box, backed by a 1-year warranty from Totot. We deliver UAE-wide in up to 3 business days, and delivery is free on orders from AED 300, with cash on delivery or instalments via Tabby and Tamara. Items that arrive defective or not as ordered can be returned within 14 days, and any shipping damage should be reported within 48 hours of delivery. Browse more in our smart watches range, or see the official Xiaomi Smart Band 8 Active specifications page.
Xiaomi Smart Band 8 Active Black Specifications
- Model: Xiaomi Smart Band 8 Active (global version)
- Colour: Black strap
- Display: 1.47-inch TFT LCD, 172 × 320 pixels, 247 ppi, max >450 nits
- Glass: 2.5D tempered glass with anti-fingerprint coating
- Dimensions: 42.81 × 25.42 × 9.99 mm (excluding strap)
- Weight: 14.9 g without strap
- Strap: TPU, 135–215 mm
- Sensors: PPG sensor, accelerometer; ERM vibration motor
- Fitness modes: 50+
- Water resistance: 5ATM (ISO 22810:2010)
- Battery: 210mAh; up to 14 days typical, about 6 days heavy use (Xiaomi lab conditions)
- Charging: Magnetic, under 120 minutes
- Connectivity: Bluetooth 5.1 BLE
- Compatibility: Android 8.0 / iOS 12.0 and above, Mi Fitness app
- In the box: Band body, strap, charging cable, user manual
- Warranty: 1-year warranty from Totot
Xiaomi Smart Band 8 Active Black FAQ
Does the Xiaomi Smart Band 8 Active Black have an AMOLED screen?
No. It uses a 1.47-inch TFT LCD; the AMOLED screen is on the standard Smart Band 8.
How long does the battery last?
14 days at most in typical use, or about 6 days in heavy use, per Xiaomi’s lab tests.
Can I swim with it?
Yes. It is rated 5ATM for pool and shallow-water use, not for hot showers, saunas or diving.
Does it measure blood oxygen?
Yes. All-day SpO2 every 10 minutes once you enable it, with low-oxygen alerts.
Does it work with an iPhone?
Yes. It needs iOS 12.0 or later, or Android 8.0 or later, with the Mi Fitness app.
Is it genuine?
Yes. We sell the genuine Xiaomi Smart Band 8 Active Black (global version), brand-new and sealed.
How long does delivery take?
No more than 3 business days to any emirate, free from AED 300; the live fee for your order appears at checkout.
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