The Apple Watch SE 3 is packed with important features for health, fitness, connectivity and security - at a great price. Track your sleep index. Get more comprehensive health insights in the Vital Signs app. Stay active with a wide range of workouts. Save time with fast charging. Always keep an eye on your information with the Always On Display. And you always have 18 hours of battery for the whole day.
Operating system compatibility | iOS |
Smartwatch functions | Accident detection, Altimeters, Barometric altimeter, Compass, Datebooks, Emergency call function, Fall detection, GymKit, Make and answer calls, Music functionalities |
Health functions | Cycle protocol, Heart rate measurement, Noise monitoring, Respiratory rate, Sleep recording, State of mind, Temperature detection |
Activities | Cycling, Fitness, Golf, Hiking, Rowing, Running, Skiing, Swimming, Training load, Yoga |
Wristband material | Silicone |
Case material | Aluminium |
Item number | 61962507 |
Manufacturer | Apple |
Category | Smartwatches |
Manufacturer No. | MEHQ4ZR/A |
Release date | 19.9.2025 |
Sales rank in Category Smartwatches | 83 of 3321 |
Exact colour description | Midnight |
Watch type | Smartwatch |
Durability | Waterproof (5 ATM) |
Protection type (IP code) | Waterproof |
Operating system | WatchOS |
Operating system compatibility | iOS |
Integrated components | Microphone, Speakers |
Smartwatch functions | Accident detection, Altimeters, Barometric altimeter, Compass, Datebooks, Emergency call function, Fall detection, GymKit, Make and answer calls, Music functionalities |
Health functions | Cycle protocol, Heart rate measurement, Noise monitoring, Respiratory rate, Sleep recording, State of mind, Temperature detection |
Activities | Cycling, Fitness, Golf, Hiking, Rowing, Running, Skiing, Swimming, Training load, Yoga |
Payment service | Apple Pay |
Sensors | Accelerometer, Ambient light sensor, Compass, Gyro sensor, Optical heart sensor, Temperature sensor |
Localisation technology | Compass, Galileo, GPS, QZSS |
Time display | Digital |
Display | OLED |
Display technology | Always-On Retina LTPO OLED |
Display size (inches) | 1.10" |
Image resolution | 368 x 448 pixels |
Wristband colour | Midnight |
Wristband material | Silicone |
Wristband size | M/L |
Strap width | 38 mm |
Web width | 44 mm |
Strap description | Sports bracelet |
Strap fastener | Push button |
Case colour | Midnight |
Case material | Aluminium |
Glass | Hardened Ion-X glass |
Shape of watch | Square |
Case diameter | 44 mm |
Case thickness | 10.70 mm |
Case material | Aluminium |
Smartwatch processor name | Apple S10 |
Number of processor cores | 4 -Core |
Connectivity | Bluetooth, GPS, WLAN |
Bluetooth version | 5.3 |
Mobile communications standard | without a SIM card |
Storage capacity | 64 GB |
Power supply | Rechargeable battery operated |
Battery life (without GPS) | 0.75 Days |
Runtime (in GPS mode) | 0.75 Days |
Charging technology | Fast Charge |
Battery type | Li-ion |
Battery life | 1.33 Days |
Charging time | 0.75 h |
Smart home ecosystem | Apple Siri |
Country of origin | China |
CO₂ emissions | 3.56 kg |
Climate contribution | CHF 0.11 |
Scope of delivery | Apple Watch magnetic quick charger to USB-C cable, Apple Watch SE 3, Wristband |
Weight | 32.90 g |
Length | 24.20 cm |
Width | 7.80 cm |
Height | 2.70 cm |
Weight | 267 g |
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The Apple Watch SE (2022) is almost as well equipped as other Apple Watches. However, it lacks a permanent time display and in-depth health sensors, such as for ECG. For training, everything is on board thanks to GPS, barometer and precise heart rate measurement. Unfortunately, the display now seems (too) small.
The SE is almost as well equipped as other Apple Watches, including a new CPU. However, its display is comparatively small and it lacks more in-depth health sensors such as ECG or temperature. For smart iPhone expansion and training, everything is on board thanks to GPS, barometer and precise heart rate measurement.
The Apple Watch 8 (from 488 euros) with its large display offers the best value for money. Economy fans also get a top smartwatch with the Apple Watch SE from 293 euros - but without a permanent time display, giant screen and health sensors. The expensive Ultra (from 989 euros) convinces with a fresh, robust design, more endurance and special functions.
The Apple Watch 8 (from 488 euros) with its large display offers the best value for money. Economy fans also get a top smartwatch with the Apple Watch SE from 293 euros - but without a permanent time display, giant screen and health sensors. The expensive Ultra (from 989 euros) convinces with a fresh, robust design, more endurance and special functions.
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