Apple Watch Edition vs. Apple Watch SE (GPS + Cellular) 2nd generation

Smartwatch Comparison, Reviews and Tests

Side by side comparison and review of Apple Watch Edition and Apple Watch SE (GPS + Cellular) 2nd generation. Compare design, displays, functions, batteries and other key specifications and features to simplify the choice of your perfect smartwatch. Our goal is to make it easier for you to decide on the watch that will best meet your expectations by revealing the main differences between the products.

Smartwatch Specifications Comparison

Apple Watch Edition vs. Apple Watch SE (GPS + Cellular) 2nd generation Comparison Chart
GENERAL Apple Watch Edition Apple Watch SE (GPS + Cellular) 2nd generation
Product Type Smart watch Smart watch
Operating System WatchOS WatchOS
Supported Host Device OS iOS 8.2 or later iOS 16 or later
Wearing Style Watch style Watch style
Audio Input Microphone Microphone
Audio Output Speaker Speaker
Width 33.3 mm -
Height 38.6 mm -
Depth 10.5 mm -
Weight 55 g -
Body Details - Case only: 27.8 g
Body Material Zirconia ceramics, 18-karat gold plating Aluminium
Protection Splashproof Water-resistant
Clock Display Yes Yes
FEATURES Apple Watch Edition Apple Watch SE (GPS + Cellular) 2nd generation
Sensors Accelerometer, ambient light sensor, gyro sensor, heart rate Accelerometer, ambient light sensor, digital compass, barometer, gyroscope, always-on altimeter, optical heart sensor (2d gen)
Tracking Data Distance, time, calories burned, activity, heart rate, steps taken Distance, time, calories burned, activity, sleep activity, heart rate, sleep stages, menstrual cycle
Goal Setting - Yes
Features Call handling, hands-free, music remote handling, camera remote control, listening to music, MagSafe technology with inductive charging, Force Touch, Digital Crown, Retina Display technology, Digital Touch Call handling, music remote handling, camera remote control, Fall detection, Emergency SOS, Family Setup support, International Emergency Calling, Crash Detection, noise monitoring, Compass Waypoint, brightness: 1000 nits
Notifications Missed calls, calendar, SMS, Email Calendar, SMS, Email, high and low heart rate, irregular rhythm, cardio fitness
Vibrating Alert Yes Yes
Feedback Type - Audio alert, vibration alert, visual interface
Navigation (GPS) - GPS/GLONASS/Galileo/QZSS receiver
Payment Technology Apple Pay Apple Pay
Internet of Things (IoT) Compatible - Yes
IoT Intelligent Assistant - Siri
IoT Voice Controlled - Direct
CELLULAR Apple Watch Edition Apple Watch SE (GPS + Cellular) 2nd generation
Technology - WCDMA (UMTS)
Mobile Broadband Generation - 4G
SIM Card Type - Electronic SIM card (e-SIM)
CONNECTIVITY Apple Watch Edition Apple Watch SE (GPS + Cellular) 2nd generation
3M UMTS Band - Band 1, Band 2, Band 5, Band 8, Band 10
4G LTE Band - Band 1, Band 2, Band 3, Band 4, Band 5, Band 7, Band 8, Band 18, Band 19, Band 20, Band 25, Band 26, Band 28, Band 39, Band 40, Band 41, Band 66
Wireless Interface IEEE 802.11b/g/n, Bluetooth 4.0 IEEE 802.11b/g/n, LTE, Bluetooth 5.0
DISPLAY Apple Watch Edition Apple Watch SE (GPS + Cellular) 2nd generation
Type OLED - colour Retina LTPO OLED - colour
Resolution - 324 x 394 pixels
Screen Protection Sapphire glass Ion-X glass
INPUT DEVICE Apple Watch Edition Apple Watch SE (GPS + Cellular) 2nd generation
Type Touch sensitive screen (multi-touch) Touch sensitive screen
CASE Apple Watch Edition Apple Watch SE (GPS + Cellular) 2nd generation
Case Size 38 mm 40 mm
Case Shape - Rectangular
Case Back - Sapphire crystal and ceramic back
Case Details 18-karat yellow gold | 18-karat rose gold Starlight aluminium | Midnight aluminium | Silver aluminium
Crown Type - Digital with haptic feedback
BAND Apple Watch Edition Apple Watch SE (GPS + Cellular) 2nd generation
Band Type Modern buckle Sport band
Band Size S Regular
Fits Wrist with Circumference 135-150 mm 130-200 mm
Changeable Yes Yes
Clasp Type - Pin-and-tuck
Band Material Smooth Granada leather Fluoroelastomer
Band Colour Bright red | Rose grey | Black | White Starlight | Midnight | White
STORAGE Apple Watch Edition Apple Watch SE (GPS + Cellular) 2nd generation
Storage Capacity - 32 GB
CPU Apple Watch Edition Apple Watch SE (GPS + Cellular) 2nd generation
Manufacturer Apple Apple
CPU Type S1 S8 SiP
Features - W3 Apple wireless chip
BATTERY Apple Watch Edition Apple Watch SE (GPS + Cellular) 2nd generation
Technology - Lithium Ion
Battery Life 18 hours 18 hours
Battery Life Details Talk time - up to 3 hour(s)
Audio playback - up to 6.5 hour(s)
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Rechargeable Battery - Yes
Recharge Time 2.5 hour(s) -
Wireless Charging - Yes
MISCELLANEOUS Apple Watch Edition Apple Watch SE (GPS + Cellular) 2nd generation
Included Accessories Power adapter, Lightning to USB cable, magnetic charging cable, magnetic charging case Magnetic charger to USB-C cable (1 m)
Preloaded Software Mail, Stopwatch, Calendar, World clock, Messages, Remote Camera, Alarm, Phone, Photos, Maps, Stocks, Weather, Siri, Music, Timer, Passbook, Remote, Settings, Activity, Workout, Apple Pay Apple Pay, GymKit
Compliant Standards IPX7 -
SAR Value 0.073 W/kg (head), 0.024 W/kg (limb) 0.13 W/kg (head), 1.35 W/kg (limb)
Max Depth of Water Resistance - 50 m
Max Operating Temperature 35 °C -
Min Operating Temperature 0 °C -
Manufacturer Model Number - A2725
Warranty 2-year warranty 1-year warranty
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