Amazfit Active Max
Maximum performance, endurance, and intelligence for an active lifestyle
$169.99 USD
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Overview
The Amazfit Active Max is a $169 smartwatch that packs premium features including a 3,000-nit AMOLED display, offline topographic maps, 25-day battery life, and 170+ sport modes. Powered by Zepp OS 5, it targets runners and fitness enthusiasts who want Garmin-level features without Garmin prices.
Key Features
- 3,000-nit AMOLED display (1.5-inch, 480x480)
- 25-day battery life (658mAh)
- Offline topographic maps
- 170+ sport modes with HYROX support
- BioTracker PPG sensor (5PD+2LED)
- 5-system GPS (GPS/GLONASS/Galileo/BeiDou/QZSS)
- Zepp Pay NFC (33 European countries)
- 4GB storage for music and podcasts
- Bluetooth calls via speaker/microphone
Description
Launched in late December 2025 and showcased at CES 2026, the Amazfit Active Max delivers an impressive feature set at a budget-friendly price point. Its 3,000-nit display matches the Apple Watch Ultra 3 for outdoor visibility, while 25-day battery life and 64-hour GPS tracking put it in rare company for a sub-$200 watch. Compromises include single-band GPS, Zepp OS software polish, and a utilitarian design available only in black.
Specifications
Battery
| Battery Capacity | 658 mAh |
|---|---|
| Battery Life (Typical) | 25 days |
| Battery Life (Heavy Use) | 13 days |
| GPS Battery Life | 64 hours |
| GPS + Music Battery | 22 hours |
| AOD Battery Life | 10 days |
Connectivity
| Bluetooth | 5.3 |
|---|---|
| GPS Systems | GPS, GLONASS, Galileo, BeiDou, QZSS |
| GPS Type | Single-band |
| NFC | Zepp Pay (33 European countries) |
Display
| Display Size | 1.5 inches |
|---|---|
| Display Type | AMOLED |
| Resolution | 480x480 pixels |
| Pixel Density | 323 PPI |
| Peak Brightness | 3000 nits |
Physical
| Weight | 39.5 g |
|---|---|
| Dimensions | 48.5 x 48.5 x 12.2 mm |
| Case Material | Aluminum alloy + polymer |
| Strap Material | Silicone |
| Water Resistance | 5 ATM |
| Glass | Strengthened glass |
Sensors
| Heart Rate Sensor | BioTracker PPG (5PD+2LED) |
|---|---|
| SpO2 | Yes |
| Accelerometer | Yes |
| Gyroscope | Yes |
| Geomagnetic Sensor | Yes |
| Barometric Altimeter | Yes |
| Ambient Light Sensor | Yes |
| Temperature Sensor | Yes |
Software
| Operating System | Zepp OS 5 |
|---|---|
| Sport Modes | 170+ |
| Storage | 4 GB |
| Speaker | Yes |
| Microphone | Yes |
| Mini Apps | 400+ |
| Watch Faces | 5700+ |