The Watch SE keeps up well with its expensive sister and offers many functions, sleep frequency measurement and training recognition. Musically, it gets along with the in-house service Apple Music.
Apple Watch SE
40 mmProduct details
More than it costs.
The Apple Watch SE combines the largest Apple Watch display with the essential features of the Apple Watch.
The Apple Watch SE has the same larger Retina display as the Series 6, allowing you to see more at a glance. Advanced sensors track all your fitness and workout goals. And powerful features help you stay healthy and feel secure. The Sleep app helps you establish a bedtime routine and tracks your sleep. Plus, you can take calls, receive messages, and play music directly from your wrist. It can do a lot for you. And it costs less than you might expect.
Smartwatch functions | Alarm clock, Contactless payment, Datebooks, Fall detection, Find my phone, Make and answer calls, Music functionalities, Music storage, Smart notifications, Touch screen, Weather |
Operating system compatibility | iOS |
Wristband material | Silicone |
Case material | Aluminium |
Item number | 13795917 |
Manufacturer | Apple |
Category | Smartwatches |
Manufacturer no. | MYDP2FD/A |
Release date | 18.9.2020 |
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Exact colour description | Space Grey |
Watch type | Smart watch |
Durability | Waterproof (5 ATM) |
Operating system | WatchOS |
Operating system compatibility | iOS |
Integrated components | Microphone, Speakers |
Smartwatch functions | Alarm clock, Contactless payment, Datebooks, Fall detection, Find my phone, Make and answer calls, Music functionalities, Music storage, Smart notifications, Touch screen, Weather |
Sensors | Accelerometer, Ambient light sensor, Barometer Sensor, Compass, Gyro sensor, Heart rate sensor |
Localisation technology | Galileo, GLONASS, GPS, QZSS |
Time display | Digital |
Screen technology | OLED |
Display size (inches) | 1.57" |
Image resolution | 324 x 394 pixels |
Wristband colour | Black |
Wristband material | Silicone |
Wristband size | M/L, S/M |
Strap width | 40 mm |
Strap description | Sports bracelet |
Strap fastener | Buckle |
Case colour | Space Grey |
Case material | Aluminium |
Glass | Hardened Ion-X glass |
Shape of watch | Square |
Case diameter | 40 mm |
Case thickness | 10.40 mm |
Smartwatch processor name | Apple S5 |
Number of processor cores | 2 -Core |
Connectivity | Bluetooth, NFC, WLAN |
Bluetooth version | 5.0 |
Storage capacity | 32 GB |
Power supply | Rechargeable battery operated |
Battery type | Li-ion |
Battery life (without GPS) | 0.75 days |
Battery life | 0.75 days |
Smart home ecosystem | Apple Siri |
CO₂-Emission | |
Climate contribution |
Scope of delivery | Magnetic charging cable (1m) |
Weight | 30.49 g |
Length | 30 cm |
Width | 4 cm |
Height | 8 cm |
Weight | 340 g |
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Statutory warranty score
How often does a product of this brand in the «Smartwatches» category have a defect within the first 24 months?
Source: Galaxus- 1.Apple0,7 %
- 2.Samsung1,2 %
- 3.Coros1,5 %
- 4.Huawei1,7 %
- 4.OnePlus1,7 %
Statutory warranty case duration
How many working days on average does it take to process a warranty claim from when it arrives at the service centre until it’s back with the customer?
Source: Galaxus- 25.Garmin5 days
- 25.Google5 days
- 27.Suunto6 days
- 28.Apple7 days
- 29.Mobvoi8 days
Return rate
How often is a product of this brand in the «Smartwatches» category returned?
Source: Galaxus- 19.Manta6 %
- 19.Withings6 %
- 21.Apple6,1 %
- 21.ICE Watch6,1 %
- 23.Suunto6,3 %

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