Microsoft Band vs. Apple Watch SE (GPS) 2nd generation

Smartwatch Comparison, Reviews and Tests

In depth comparison and review of Microsoft Band and Apple Watch SE (GPS) 2nd generation. Compare sizes, functions, displays, batteries and other important specifications and features to easily choose the right smartwatch for you. Our goal is to help you uncover differences between the products and find the watch that will best fit your needs.

Smartwatch Specifications Comparison

Microsoft Band vs. Apple Watch SE (GPS) 2nd generation Comparison Chart
GENERAL Microsoft Band Apple Watch SE (GPS) 2nd generation
Product Type Smart watch Smart watch
Operating System - WatchOS
Supported Host Device OS Android 4.3 (Jelly Bean), Android 4.4 (KitKat), Windows Phone OS 8.1, iOS 7.1 or later iOS 16 or later
Wearing Style - Watch style
Audio Input Microphone Microphone
Audio Output - Speaker
Width 19 mm -
Depth 8.7 mm -
Weight 60 g -
Body Details - Case only: 26.4 g
Body Material TPE Aluminium
Protection Dustproof, splashproof Water-resistant
Clock Display - Yes
FEATURES Microsoft Band Apple Watch SE (GPS) 2nd generation
Sensors Ambient light sensor, pedometer, 3-axis gyro sensor, thermometre, heart rate, UV sensor, 3-axis accelerometer Accelerometer, ambient light sensor, digital compass, barometer, gyroscope, always-on altimeter, optical heart sensor (2d gen)
Tracking Data Distance, calories burned, activity, sleep activity, heart rate, steps taken, skin temperature Distance, time, calories burned, activity, sleep activity, heart rate, sleep stages, menstrual cycle
Goal Setting - Yes
Features - 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 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
Internet of Things (IoT) Compatible - Yes
IoT Intelligent Assistant - Siri
IoT Voice Controlled - Direct
CONNECTIVITY Microsoft Band Apple Watch SE (GPS) 2nd generation
Wireless Interface Bluetooth 4.0 IEEE 802.11b/g/n, Bluetooth 5.0
DISPLAY Microsoft Band Apple Watch SE (GPS) 2nd generation
Type TFT - colour Retina LTPO OLED - colour
Resolution 320 x 106 pixels 324 x 394 pixels
Screen Size 1.4" -
Dimensions (WxH) 33 mm x 11 mm -
Screen Protection - Ion-X glass
INPUT DEVICE Microsoft Band Apple Watch SE (GPS) 2nd generation
Type Touch sensitive screen Touch sensitive screen
CASE Microsoft Band Apple Watch SE (GPS) 2nd generation
Case Size - 40 mm
Case Shape - Rectangular
Case Back - Sapphire crystal and ceramic back
Case Details - Midnight aluminium | Silver aluminium | Starlight aluminium
Crown Type - Digital with haptic feedback
BAND Microsoft Band Apple Watch SE (GPS) 2nd generation
Band Type - Sport band
Band Size - Regular
Fits Wrist with Circumference - 130-200 mm
Changeable - Yes
Clasp Type - Pin-and-tuck
Band Material - Fluoroelastomer
Band Colour - Midnight | Starlight
STORAGE Microsoft Band Apple Watch SE (GPS) 2nd generation
Storage Capacity 64 MB 32 GB
CPU Microsoft Band Apple Watch SE (GPS) 2nd generation
Manufacturer ARM Apple
CPU Type Cortex-M4 S8 SiP
Features - W3 Apple wireless chip
BATTERY Microsoft Band Apple Watch SE (GPS) 2nd generation
Technology Lithium Ion Lithium Ion
Capacity 100 mAh -
Battery Life 48 hours 18 hours
Rechargeable Battery - Yes
Recharge Time 90 min -
Wireless Charging - Yes
MISCELLANEOUS Microsoft Band Apple Watch SE (GPS) 2nd generation
Included Accessories USB charging cable Magnetic charger to USB-C cable (1 m)
Preloaded Software Alarm, iMapMyFitness, Weather, Timer, Visual Voicemail, MyFitnessPal, RunKeeper, Cortana, Finance, Microsoft Health Apple Pay, GymKit
SAR Value - 0.24 W/kg (head), 0.07 W/kg (limb)
Max Depth of Water Resistance - 50 m
Max Operating Temperature 40 °C -
Min Operating Temperature -10 °C -
Manufacturer Model Number - A2722
Warranty 1-year warranty 1-year warranty
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