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Apple Watch Series 8 vs Amazfit Balance 3

Compare battery life, health tracking, display and fit.

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Apple Watch Series 8

Apple Watch Series 8

  • Screen: 41mm: 352 × 430 pixels; 45mm: 396 × 484 pixels.
  • Apple S8 SiP processor.
  • 1 GB RAM in this version.
  • 32 GB storage in this version.
  • Runs watchOS 9.0, upgradable to watchOS 26.6.
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Amazfit Balance 3

Amazfit Balance 3

  • Screen: 480 × 480 pixels; 323 ppi.
  • 64 GB storage in this version.
  • Runs Zepp OS 6.
  • 658 mAh battery capacity.
  • Bluetooth 5.2.
KSh 48,000In Stock
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Our quick verdict

The Apple Watch Series 8 runs watchOS built around the iPhone, takes ECG heart-rhythm readings and is lighter to wear all day, though it works only with an iPhone, while the Amazfit Balance 3 lasts much longer between charges (21 days vs 18 hours), works with Android phones and iPhones and has a brighter, sharper screen.

Display

Apple Watch Series 8
41mm: 352 × 430 pixels; 45mm: 396 × 484 pixels
Amazfit Balance 3
480 × 480 pixels; 323 ppi

Storage

Apple Watch Series 8
32 GB storage in this version
Amazfit Balance 3
64 GB storage in this version

Software

Apple Watch Series 8
Runs watchOS 9.0, upgradable to watchOS 26.6
Amazfit Balance 3
Runs Zepp OS 6

Battery life

Apple Watch Series 8
Up to 18 hours per charge
Amazfit Balance 3
658 mAh battery

Portability

Apple Watch Series 8
31.9 g
Amazfit Balance 3
62 g

Key differences

The main differences to help you choose.

Apple Watch Series 8

  • Lighter: 31.9 g (vs 62 g).
  • ECG heart-rhythm readings.
  • Slimmer: 10.7 mm thick (vs 12.5 mm).
  • Dual-band Wi-Fi (vs 2.4 GHz only).

Amazfit Balance 3

  • Longer battery life: up to 21 days (vs 18 hours).
  • Brighter display: up to 3,000 nits (vs 1,000).
  • Works with Android phones and iPhones.
  • More storage: 64 GB (vs 32 GB).
  • Higher screen resolution: 480 × 480 (vs 352 × 430).
  • Syncs with third-party apps such as Strava and Apple Health.

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How each product answers the selected priorities
PriorityApple Watch Series 8Amazfit Balance 3
Battery lifeUp to 18 hours per charge658 mAh battery
Storage32 GB storage64 GB storage
DisplayOLED display1.5-inch OLED display, 323 ppi
SoftwarewatchOS 9.0Zepp OS 6
ConnectionsWi-Fi 4, Bluetooth 5.3Bluetooth 5.2
Water resistance50 m10 ATM

Detailed comparison

Explore the full specifications, section by section.

Display

Display specifications comparison
SpecificationApple Watch Series 8Amazfit Balance 3
DisplayAlways-On Retina LTPO OLED1.5-inch AMOLED
Screen resolution41mm: 352 × 430 pixels; 45mm: 396 × 484 pixels480 × 480 pixels; 323 ppi
Display protectionIon-X glass (aluminum); sapphire crystal (stainless steel)Sapphire glass
Display features1000 nits (peak)Up to 3,000 nits peak brightness; Always-On Display

Connectivity

Connectivity specifications comparison
SpecificationApple Watch Series 8Amazfit Balance 3
Network / cellularGSM / HSPA / LTE—
SIM / eSIMeSIM—
Wi-FiWi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n, dual-bandWi-Fi 2.4 GHz
Bluetooth5.3, A2DP, LEBluetooth 5.2 BLE
NFCSupported; Apple Pay—
Positioning / GNSSGPS, GLONASS, GALILEO, QZSS, BDSDual-band GNSS; 6 satellite systems; circularly polarized antenna
Ultra Wideband (UWB)Ultra Wideband (UWB) support—

Identity & design

Identity & design specifications comparison
SpecificationApple Watch Series 8Amazfit Balance 3
BrandAppleAmazfit
ModelApple Watch Series 8Amazfit Balance 3
Announced2022, September 07—
Dimensions41mm: 41 × 35 × 10.7 mm; 45mm: 45 × 38 × 10.7 mm51.4 × 51.4 × 12.5 mm; 14.6 mm including heart-rate sensor
Weight41mm: aluminum GPS 31.9 g, GPS + Cellular 32.2 g, stainless steel 42.3 g; 45mm: aluminum GPS 38.8 g, GPS + Cellular 39.1 g, stainless steel 51.5 gStainless steel: 62 g; titanium: 55 g, without strap
Build materialsAluminum or stainless-steel case; ceramic and sapphire crystal backStainless-steel frame with fibre-reinforced polymer shell; titanium edition: Grade 5 titanium frame and case with stainless-steel buttons
Wrist size41mm: 130–200 mm; 45mm: 140–245 mm140–210 mm
Controls / buttonsDigital Crown with haptic feedback; side buttonFour physical buttons; touchscreen
Strap / band—22 mm quick-release silicone; pin buckle

Performance & software

Performance & software specifications comparison
SpecificationApple Watch Series 8Amazfit Balance 3
ProcessorApple S8 SiP—
CPU64-bit dual-core—
GPUPowerVR—
RAM1GB—
Storage32 GB64 GB
Operating systemwatchOS 9.0, upgradable to watchOS 26.6Zepp OS 6

Audio & communication

Audio & communication specifications comparison
SpecificationApple Watch Series 8Amazfit Balance 3
SpeakerSupportedSupported
MicrophoneSupportedSupported
CallingBluetooth calling; cellular calling on GPS + Cellular modelsBluetooth calling

Sensors, health & fitness

Sensors, health & fitness specifications comparison
SpecificationApple Watch Series 8Amazfit Balance 3
SensorsBlood oxygen sensor; electrical heart sensor; third-generation optical heart sensor; temperature sensor; compass; always-on altimeter; high-g accelerometer; high-dynamic-range gyroscope; ambient light sensorBioTracker 6.0 PPG; 5 PD + 2 LED; accelerometer; gyroscope; ambient light; geomagnetic sensor; temperature; barometric altimeter
Health & wellness featuresECG app; Blood Oxygen app where available; high and low heart-rate notifications; irregular rhythm notifications; temperature sensing; cycle tracking24-hour heart rate, SpO₂ and stress; skin temperature; one-tap measurement; high and low heart-rate alerts; low SpO₂ alerts; breathing exercises; PAI; heart-rate recovery; menstrual-cycle tracking
Sleep trackingSleep duration and sleep stagesSleep HRV; sleep stages including REM; naps; sleep schedule; breathing quality; sleep score
Sports / workout modesWorkout app with multiple workout types and automatic workout detection180+ sports modes
Training & outdoor featuresPace and heart-rate zones; compass waypoints and backtrackZepp Coach; PeakBeats; training templates; interval training; track running; trajectory correction; virtual pacer; HYROX templates; lactate threshold; running power; ground-contact time; running gear management; HybridCharge; LifeLoad
Safety & emergency featuresEmergency SOS; international emergency calling; Fall Detection; Crash DetectionRed/white flashlight with SOS mode; abnormal high/low heart-rate, low-SpO2 and high-stress alerts; phone-call notifications
Diving / depth features—Outdoor and indoor freediving, recreational diving and spearfishing workout modes

Battery & durability

Battery & durability specifications comparison
SpecificationApple Watch Series 8Amazfit Balance 3
Battery lifeUp to 18 hours normal use21 days typical; 10 days heavy; 7 days AOD; 41 hours accurate GPS; 84 hours GPS power saver
ChargingMagnetic fast charging to USB-C cableMagnetic charging head
Water resistance50 m; swimproof10 ATM
Durability / certificationsIP6X dust resistanceLow pressure; high and low temperature; temperature shock; vibration; impact tests
Battery capacity—658 mAh rated

Compatibility

Compatibility specifications comparison
SpecificationApple Watch Series 8Amazfit Balance 3
Phone compatibilityiPhone 8 or later; iOS 16 or laterAndroid 8 or later; iOS 17 or later
Companion appApple Watch app on iPhoneZepp
ColorsGraphite, Silver, GoldStainless Steel; Titanium Black

Additional specifications

Additional specifications specifications comparison
SpecificationApple Watch Series 8Amazfit Balance 3
Pixels per inch326 ppi323 ppi
Peak brightnessUp to 1,000 nits3,000 nits peak
Cover / touchscreenSupported—
Release statusAvailable. Released 2022, September 16—
Model numbersA2773, A2775, A2772, A2774, A2857, A2858, watch6,16, watch6,17—
Card slotNo—
CameraNo—
3.5 mm headphone jackNo—
USBNo—
RadioNo—
2G bandsGSM 850 / 900 / 1800 / 1900—
3G bandsHSDPA 850 / 900 / 1700(AWS) / 1900 / 2100 - International, China, HK; HSDPA 850 / 1700(AWS) / 1900 / 2100 - USA, LATAM, Canada—
4G bands1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 18, 19, 20, 25, 26, 28, 39, 40, 41, 66 - International, China, HK; 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 12, 13, 14, 17, 18, 19, 25, 26, 39, 40, 41, 66 - USA, LATAM, Canada—
Network speedHSPA, LTE—
SAR (US)0.31 W/kg (head) 0.55 W/kg (body)—
SAR (EU)0.31 W/kg (head) 0.55 W/kg (body)—
Additional hardware featuresTemperature sensing (0.01˚ accuracy)—
Battery typeRechargeable lithium-ion—
Case material—Stainless steel or Grade 5 titanium
Packing list—Watch with standard strap; magnetic charging head; instruction manual
Smart recognition—25 strength-training movements; 8 sports movements
Third-party fitness apps—Runna; Strava; TrainingPeaks; Apple Health; Google Fit; Intervals.icu

Similarities

  • Both take calls over Bluetooth.
  • Both have OLED displays.
  • Both connect over Bluetooth.
  • Both have a speaker.
  • Both have a microphone.

In summary

For most buyers the Amazfit Balance 3 is the better buy; the Apple Watch Series 8 makes sense if you want ECG heart-rhythm readings.

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In-stock alternatives

WHOOP Life MGFor Apple Watch Series 8WHOOP Life MGView product ↗Apple Watch Series 11For Apple Watch Series 8Apple Watch Series 11View product ↗Samsung Galaxy Watch UltraFor Amazfit Balance 3Samsung Galaxy Watch UltraView product ↗

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