WHOOP
WHOOP 5.0
The WHOOP 5.0 is an AI wearable developed by WHOOP. Priced at $239 and weighing 30 grams, it leverages OpenAI technologies for insights and was released in May 2025.
$239
Weight
30g
Battery
Up to 14 days
AI Model
OpenAI
FOV
N/A
The WHOOP 5.0 marks a massive leap forward for screenless AI wearables, boasting a 7% smaller form factor and an upgraded titanium chassis. Driven by the Ambiq Apollo4 Blue SoC, its standout feature is a revolutionary 10x increase in processor efficiency that pushes battery life up to an incredible 14 days. Powered by the OpenAI-backed "WHOOP Coach," it delivers highly personalized, multi-variable insights across strain, sleep, recovery, and stress management, making it the ultimate coaching powerhouse for users who demand deep, distraction-free biometrics.
Specifications
| Info | |
| Manufacturer | WHOOP |
| Category | WEARABLE |
| Type | - |
| Release Date | 7 May 2025 |
| Status | RELEASED |
| Price | $239 |
| Dimensions | 34.7-24.0-10.6 mm |
| Weight | 30g |
| Resolution | N/A |
| Optics & Display | |
| Optical Design | N/A |
| Display Type | N/A |
| Refresh Rate | N/A |
| Peak Brightness | N/A |
| Contrast | N/A |
| Color Type | N/A |
| Color Accuracy | N/A |
| Rainbow Effect | N/A |
| Light Leakage | N/A |
| FOV | N/A |
| PPD | N/A |
| IPD Range | N/A |
| Diopter | N/A |
| Prescription Method | N/A |
| Auto-Tint | No |
| Computing & Connectivity | |
| SoC | Ambiq Apollo4 Blue |
| RAM | N/A |
| Storage | N/A |
| Bluetooth | BLE 5.2 |
| Wi-Fi | N/A |
| Physical & Sensors | |
| Material | Titanium & SuperKnit |
| Style | Strap-based fitness band |
| IP Rating | IP68 (1ATM / 10m Water Resistance) |
| Rx-Ready | No |
| Privacy LED | No |
| Camera | N/A |
| Ambient Light Sensor | No |
| Tracking | 3DoF (motion/activity) |
| Eye Tracking | No |
| Hand Tracking | No |
| Spatial Anchor | No |
| Acoustics & Comfort | |
| Audio Type | N/A |
| Mic Array | N/A |
| Speaker Type | N/A |
| Call Quality | N/A |
| Noise Cancel | N/A |
| 3.5mm Jack | No |
| Nosepad | N/A |
| Hinge | N/A |
| Weight Balance | Well-balanced |
| AI Features | |
| AI Model | OpenAI |
| AI Assistant | WHOOP Coach |
| AI Features | Strain coaching, Sleep coaching, Recovery insights, Health monitor, Workout planning, Stress management |
| Multimodal Input | No |
| Offline AI | No |
| Wake Method | App |
| External AI API | No |
| Offline Voice | No |
| Translation Languages | N/A |
| Translation Accuracy | N/A |
| Offline Vocab | N/A |
| AI Context Limit | N/A |
| Ecosystem & Interaction | |
| iOS Compatible | Yes |
| Android Compatible | Yes |
| Required App | WHOOP |
| Latency | N/A |
| Controls | Button, App |
| External Ecosystem | Apple Health, Google Health Connect, Strava |
| Subscription Required | Yes |
| Subscription Price | $30/mo |
| Media & Recording | |
| Live Stream | N/A (No Camera) |
| Privacy Shutter | No |
| Power & Charging | |
| Battery | Up to 14 days |
| Case Capacity | N/A |
| Fast Charge | true |
| Charging Method | Magnetic USB charging puck |
| Workstation | |
| Virtual Screens | N/A (Screenless) |
| Multipoint BT | No |
| Desktop App | WHOOP Web Dashboard |
Frequently Asked Questions
Does the WHOOP 5.0 have a screen or smartwatch features?
No, the WHOOP 5.0 stays true to its core philosophy of distraction-free tracking. It has absolutely no screen and doesn't push notifications to your wrist. Instead, it works quietly in the background to capture biometric data 26 times per second, which you then review in the companion app.
How much better is the battery life compared to the older WHOOP 4.0?
It's a massive upgrade. The WHOOP 5.0 is powered by the new Ambiq Apollo4 Blue SoC, which provides a revolutionary 10x increase in processor efficiency. This pushes the battery life up to an incredible 14 days on a single charge, drastically reducing the need for constant charging.
What AI features are included in the WHOOP 5.0?
The platform integrates the OpenAI-backed 'WHOOP Coach'. It acts as a highly personalized health assistant, analyzing your specific strain, sleep, and recovery data. Recent updates like 'My Memory' and 'Proactive Check-Ins' allow the AI to adapt even more closely to your personal health goals and daily routine.
Is the WHOOP 5.0 smaller than the previous version?
Yes, despite the massive battery life improvements, the WHOOP 5.0 actually features a 7% smaller form factor than the 4.0. It also introduces a sleek, upgraded titanium chassis, making it even more comfortable for continuous 24/7 wear.