Apple Watch Series 7 Edition vs. Apple Watch SE (2022): A Detailed Comparison
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🏆 Quick Verdict
The Apple Watch SE (2022) offers incredible value with a modern design and essential features. The Series 7 Edition, however, boasts a larger, brighter display, faster charging, and a slightly more powerful chip, justifying its higher price for those prioritizing premium features and a more immersive experience.
| PHONES | ||
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| Phone Names | Apple Watch Edition Series 7 | Apple Watch SE (2022) |
| Network | ||
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| 2G bands | GSM 850 / 900 / 1800 / 1900 | GSM 850 / 900 / 1800 / 1900 |
| 3G bands | HSDPA 850 / 900 / 1700(AWS) / 1900 / 2100 - International | HSDPA 850 / 900 / 1700(AWS) / 1900 / 2100 - International, China, HK |
| 4G bands | 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 7, 8, 18, 19, 20, 25, 26, 28, 39, 40, 41, 66 - International | 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 18, 19, 20, 25, 26, 28, 39, 40, 41, 66 - International, China, HK |
| Speed | HSPA, LTE | HSPA, LTE |
| Technology | GSM / HSPA / LTE | GSM / HSPA / LTE |
| 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 7, 12, 13, 14, 17, 18, 19, 25, 26, 39, 40, 41, 66 - USA, LATAM, Canada | 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 12, 13, 14, 17, 18, 19, 25, 26, 39, 40, 41, 66 - USA, LATAM, Canada | |
| Launch | ||
|---|---|---|
| Announced | 2021, September 14 | 2022, September 07 |
| Status | Available. Released 2021, October 15 | Available. Released 2022, September 16 |
| Body | ||
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| Build | Sapphire crystal front, ceramic/sapphire crystal back, titanium frame | Glass front, plastic/sapphire crystal back, aluminum frame |
| Dimensions | 45 x 38 x 10.7 mm (1.77 x 1.50 x 0.42 in) | 44 x 38 x 10.7 mm (1.73 x 1.50 x 0.42 in) |
| SIM | eSIM | eSIM |
| Weight | 37 g (41mm), 45.1 g (45mm) (1.31 oz) | 33 g (1.16 oz) |
| IP6X certified 50m water resistant ECG certified (region dependent SW application; HW available on all models) | 50m water resistant | |
| Display | ||
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| Protection | Sapphire crystal glass | Ion-X strengthened glass |
| Resolution | 484 x 396 pixels (~326 ppi density) | 448 x 368 pixels (~326 ppi density) |
| Size | 1.9 inches | 1.78 inches |
| Type | Retina LTPO OLED, 1000 nits (peak) | Retina LTPO OLED, 1000 nits (peak) |
| Always-on display | - | |
| Platform | ||
|---|---|---|
| CPU | Dual-core | Dual-core |
| Chipset | Apple S7 | Apple S8 |
| GPU | PowerVR | PowerVR |
| OS | watchOS 8.0, upgradable to watchOS 26.1 | watchOS 9.0, upgradable to 9.4 |
| Memory | ||
|---|---|---|
| Card slot | No | No |
| Internal | 32GB 1GB RAM | 32GB 1GB RAM |
| Sound | ||
|---|---|---|
| 3.5mm jack | No | No |
| 35mm jack | No | - |
| Loudspeaker | Yes | Yes |
| Comms | ||
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| Bluetooth | 5.0, A2DP, LE | 5.3, A2DP, LE |
| NFC | Yes | Yes |
| Positioning | GPS, GLONASS, GALILEO, QZSS, BDS | GPS, GLONASS, GALILEO, QZSS |
| Radio | No | No |
| USB | No | No |
| WLAN | Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n, dual-band | Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n |
| Features | ||
|---|---|---|
| Sensors | Accelerometer, gyro, heart rate, barometer, always-on altimeter, compass, SpO2, VO2max | Accelerometer, gyro, heart rate (2nd gen), barometer, always-on altimeter, compass |
| Natural language commands and dictation (talking mode) Ultra Wideband (UWB) support | Natural language commands and dictation (talking mode) | |
| Battery | ||
|---|---|---|
| Charging | Wireless, 0-80% in 45 min | Wireless |
| Type | Li-Ion 309 mAh (1.19 Wh) | Li-Ion 296 mAh, non-removable |
| Misc | ||
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| Colors | Space Black, Titanium | Midnight, Starlight, Silver |
| Models | A2475, A2476, A2477, A2478, watch6,8, watch6,9 | A2722, A2723, A2724, A2727, A2856, A2725, A2726, A2855, watch6,10, watch6,11, watch6,12, watch6,13 |
| Price | About 830 EUR | € 289.00 |
| SAR | 1.10 W/kg (head) | 0.27 W/kg (head) 1.96 W/kg (body) |
| SAR EU | 0.70 W/kg (head) 1.50 W/kg (body) | 0.27 W/kg (head) 1.96 W/kg (body) |
| Camera | ||
|---|---|---|
| No | No | |
Apple Watch Edition Series 7
- Larger, brighter display
- Faster charging
- Premium materials and design
- Always-on display
- S7 Chip
- Higher price
- Battery life not significantly better than SE
Apple Watch SE (2022)
- More affordable
- Modern design
- Reliable performance
- S8 Chip
- Essential features
- Smaller display
- Slower charging
- Lacks premium features of the Series 7
Display Comparison
The Series 7 Edition’s display is significantly larger and brighter than the SE (2022), offering a more immersive viewing experience. The always-on display is also a noticeable advantage, allowing you to glance at the time and notifications without raising your wrist. The SE has a smaller, but still perfectly adequate, display.
Camera Comparison
Neither the Series 7 Edition nor the SE (2022) have a built-in camera. This is a consistent feature across all Apple Watch models.
Performance
While both watches share a dual-core CPU, the Series 7 Edition utilizes the Apple S7 chip, while the SE (2022) has the S8. The S8 offers a slight performance boost, but in everyday use, the difference is minimal. Both watches handle apps and notifications smoothly.
Battery Life
The Series 7 Edition offers faster charging (0-80% in 45 minutes) compared to the SE (2022), which charges wirelessly but without a specified time. Battery life is generally similar between the two, lasting around 18-36 hours depending on usage.
Buying Guide
The Apple Watch Edition Series 7 is ideal for users who want the best possible display, faster charging, and appreciate the premium materials and design. The Apple Watch SE (2022) is perfect for first-time smartwatch buyers, budget-conscious users, and those who want a reliable and feature-rich experience without breaking the bank.