Apple
Apple Watch SE 3
Apple Watch SE 3 with S10 chip and Always-On Retina display
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- Chip
- S10 chip with 64-bit dual core processor 4-core Neural Engine 64GB capacity
- Display
- Always-On Retina display with OLED and LTPO Tough Ion-X front glass with 4x crack resistance 1000 nits peak brightness 2 nits minimum brightness 326 pixels per inch
- Sensors
- Second-generation optical heart sensor Temperature sensor Compass Always-on altimeter High-g accelerometer High dynamic range gyroscope Ambient light sensor
- Connectivity
- TDD-5G NR (Bands n38, n40, n41) FDD-LTE (Bands 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 7, 8, 12, 13, 14, 17, 18, 19, 20, 25, 26, 28, 66, 71) TDD-LTE (Bands 38, 39, 40, 41) Support for Apple Watch For Your Kids International roaming
The decision
Where it wins
- Supports a wide range of cellular and Wi-Fi connectivity options
- Comprehensive health and wellness features including heart rate monitoring and sleep tracking
- Built-in accessibility features for users with various disabilities
Where it doesn't
- Slightly bulkier design compared to more premium models
- Less customization options compared to higher-end models
Ideal forUsers prioritizing affordability and comprehensive featuresIndividuals requiring robust health monitoring and accessibility featuresThose seeking a reliable smartwatch for daily activities
Key Features
- ✦S10 chip with 64GB capacity
- ✦Always-On Retina display with OLED and LTPO
- ✦Second-generation optical heart sensor
- ✦Support for Apple Watch For Your Kids
- ✦International roaming
02 / Technical record
Specifications
Structured product data, grouped by system.
Core hardware01
| Chip | S10 chip with 64-bit dual core processor 4-core Neural Engine 64GB capacity |
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Display & media03
| Display | Always-On Retina display with OLED and LTPO Tough Ion-X front glass with 4x crack resistance 1000 nits peak brightness 2 nits minimum brightness 326 pixels per inch |
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| Size And Weight / Display Area (40mm Model) | 324 by 394 pixels, 759 sq mm |
| Size And Weight / Display Area (44mm Model) | 368 by 448 pixels, 977 sq mm |
Power & thermal01
| Power And Battery Life | All-day battery life, up to 18 hours of normal use Up to 32 hours in Low Power Mode Up to 7 hours workout tracking Built-in rechargeable lithium-ion battery Fast-charge capable Up to 80% charge in about 45 minutes 15 minutes for up to 8 hours of normal use 8 minutes for up to 8 hours of sleep tracking |
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Physical & connectivity12
| Connectivity | TDD-5G NR (Bands n38, n40, n41) FDD-LTE (Bands 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 7, 8, 12, 13, 14, 17, 18, 19, 20, 25, 26, 28, 66, 71) TDD-LTE (Bands 38, 39, 40, 41) Support for Apple Watch For Your Kids International roaming |
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| Size And Weight / Fits (40mm Model) | 130–200mm wrists |
| Size And Weight / Fits (44mm Model) | 140–245mm wrists |
| Size And Weight / Depth (40mm Model) | 10.7mm |
| Size And Weight / Depth (44mm Model) | 10.7mm |
| Size And Weight / Width (40mm Model) | 34mm |
| Size And Weight / Width (44mm Model) | 38mm |
| Size And Weight / Height (40mm Model) | 40mm |
| Size And Weight / Height (44mm Model) | 44mm |
| Size And Weight / Weight (GPS, 40mm Model) | 26.3 grams |
| Size And Weight / Weight (GPS, 44mm Model) | 32.9 grams |
| Size And Weight / Weight (GPS + Cellular, 40mm Model) | 26.4 grams |
Other specifications08
| Sensors | Second-generation optical heart sensor Temperature sensor Compass Always-on altimeter High-g accelerometer High dynamic range gyroscope Ambient light sensor |
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| Accessibility | Built-in accessibility features supporting vision, mobility, hearing, and cognitive disabilities VoiceOver Zoom On/Off Labels Reduce Transparency Increase Contrast Color Filters Text Size Bold Text Reduce Motion Hourly Chimes AssistiveTouch Button Click Speed Touch Accommodations Auto-Answer Calls Type to Siri RTT Support Audio Volume Balance Auto Transcription Live Speech Accessibility Shortcut Mono Audio Taptic Time Personal Voice Live Listen |
| Operating System | watchOS |
| Health And Wellness | Heart Rate app High and low heart rate notifications Irregular rhythm notifications Advanced Cycle Tracking app with fertile window estimates, retrospective ovulation estimates, and perimenopause and menopause support Medications app Mindfulness app Noise app Sleep app including sleep stages Sleep score Sleep apnea notifications |
| Material And Finish | Aluminum case Midnight, Starlight |
| Hardware And Buttons | Digital Crown Microphone Side button Band release button Speaker Optical heart sensor Controls: Digital Crown with haptic feedback, Side button, Single tap, double tap, and wrist flick gestures |
| Workouts And Activity | Running Custom workouts Customizable Workout Views Training Load Heart Rate Zones (customizable) Postworkout heart rate VO 2 max Race Route Pacer Cadence, Stride Length, Ground Contact Time, Vertical Oscillation, and Running Power Automatic track detection Multisport workout Heart Rate Zone, pace, and target alerts Hiking Compass with bearing, incline, elevation, and coordinates Custom waypoints Automatically generated waypoints to cellular connectivity Backtrack GPS data Offline maps with custom route creation Topographic maps for thousands of national and regional parks (U.S. only) Hundreds of curated hikes across all 63 U.S. national parks Cycling Average speed, elevation gained, and distance Connection to cycling accessories via Bluetooth Functional Threshold Power Power Zones Cadence Live Activity on iPhone Swimming Pool swim or open water swim Custom workouts for pool swims Splits and auto sets |
| Environmental Requirements | Operating temperature: 32° to 95° F (0° to 35° C) Nonoperating storage temperature: –4° to 113° F (–20° to 45° C) Relative humidity: 5% to 90% noncondensing Operating altitude: 0 feet to 10,000 feet (0m to 3000m) |
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- apple.com
The Apple Watch SE 3 is a robust smartwatch designed for users seeking a balance between affordability and comprehensive features. It excels in health monitoring and accessibility, offering a wide array of built-in features for users with various disabilities. The device supports a range of cellular and Wi-Fi connectivity options, making it versatile for different environments and activities. However, the trade-off is its slightly bulkier design compared to more premium models, which might be a consideration for those prioritizing form factor. Ideal for users who need a reliable, feature-rich smartwatch without the premium price tag.
Frequently Asked Questions
Who is Apple Watch SE 3 for?↓
Apple Watch SE 3 is a fit for users prioritizing affordability and comprehensive features, Individuals requiring robust health monitoring and accessibility features and Those seeking a reliable smartwatch for daily activities.
What are the drawbacks of Apple Watch SE 3?↓
The trade-offs we record are: Slightly bulkier design compared to more premium models and Less customization options compared to higher-end models.
What does Apple Watch SE 3 do well?↓
Supports a wide range of cellular and Wi-Fi connectivity options, Comprehensive health and wellness features including heart rate monitoring and sleep tracking and Built-in accessibility features for users with various disabilities.
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