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Wearable comparison

OnePlus Watch 2 vs OnePlus Watch 3

Compare battery life, health tracking, display and fit.

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OnePlus Watch 2

OnePlus Watch 2

  • Screen: 466 × 466 pixels; 326 ppi.
  • Qualcomm Snapdragon W5 Gen 1; BES2700BP MCU processor.
  • 2 GB RAM in this version.
  • 32 GB storage in this version.
  • Runs Wear OS 4; RTOS.
KSh 29,500In Stock
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OnePlus Watch 3

OnePlus Watch 3

  • Screen: 466 × 466 pixels.
  • Qualcomm Snapdragon W5; BES2800BP MCU processor.
  • 2 GB RAM in this version.
  • 32 GB storage in this version.
  • Runs Wear OS by Google; RTOS.
KSh 33,000In Stock
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Huawei Watch GT 7 46mmKSh 29,500
Fitbit Sense 2KSh 29,500
OnePlus Watch LiteKSh 25,000
OnePlus Watch 2RKSh 28,500
Apple Watch SE 2KSh 28,500
Xiaomi Watch 5KSh 30,000
Amazfit GTR 3 ProKSh 20,000
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Our quick verdict

With the same 2 GB of RAM and IP68 rating, the OnePlus Watch 3 lasts longer between charges (up to 16 days) and has a brighter screen for outdoor use and a premium titanium build, while the OnePlus Watch 2 syncs with apps such as Strava.

Display

OnePlus Watch 2
466 × 466 pixels; 326 ppi
OnePlus Watch 3
466 × 466 pixels

Performance

OnePlus Watch 2
Qualcomm Snapdragon W5 Gen 1; BES2700BP MCU processor
OnePlus Watch 3
Qualcomm Snapdragon W5; BES2800BP MCU processor

Software

OnePlus Watch 2
Runs Wear OS 4; RTOS
OnePlus Watch 3
Runs Wear OS by Google; RTOS

Capacity

OnePlus Watch 2
500 mAh battery capacity
OnePlus Watch 3
648 mAh battery capacity

Portability

OnePlus Watch 2
80 g
OnePlus Watch 3
81 g

Key differences

The main differences to help you choose.

OnePlus Watch 2

  • Syncs with third-party apps such as Strava and Apple Health.
  • Lower price: KSh 29,500 (vs KSh 33,000).

OnePlus Watch 3

  • Longer rated battery life: up to 16 days (vs 100 hours).
  • Bigger battery: 648 mAh (vs 500 mAh).
  • Brighter display: up to 2,200 nits (vs 600).
  • Titanium case (vs stainless steel case and glass back).
  • Newer Bluetooth 5.2 (vs 5.0).

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PriorityOnePlus Watch 2OnePlus Watch 3
Battery life500 mAh battery648 mAh battery
Storage32 GB storage32 GB storage
Display1.43-inch OLED display, 326 ppi1.5-inch OLED display
PerformanceQualcomm Snapdragon W5 Gen 1 processorQualcomm Snapdragon W5 processor
SoftwareWear OS 4Wear OS by Google
ConnectionsBluetooth 5.0Bluetooth 5.2

Detailed comparison

Explore the full specifications, section by section.

Display

Display specifications comparison
SpecificationOnePlus Watch 2OnePlus Watch 3
Display1.43-inch AMOLED1.50-inch LTPO AMOLED
Screen resolution466 × 466 pixels; 326 ppi466 × 466 pixels
Display protection2.5D sapphire crystalSapphire crystal
Display features1000 nits (HBM)2200 nits (peak)

Connectivity

Connectivity specifications comparison
SpecificationOnePlus Watch 2OnePlus Watch 3
Network / cellularNo cellular connectivityNo cellular connectivity
SIM / eSIMNoNo
Wi-FiWi-Fi 2.4 GHz + 5 GHzWi-Fi 2.4 GHz + 5 GHz
BluetoothBluetooth 5.0 BLEBluetooth 5.2
NFCSupportedSupported
Positioning / GNSSDual-frequency L1 + L5; GPS; BeiDou; Galileo; GLONASS; QZSSDual-frequency L1 + L5; GPS; BeiDou; Galileo; GLONASS; QZSS

Identity & design

Identity & design specifications comparison
SpecificationOnePlus Watch 2OnePlus Watch 3
BrandOnePlusOnePlus
ModelOnePlus Watch 2OnePlus Watch 3
Announced2024, February 262025, February 18
Dimensions47.0 × 46.6 × 12.1 mm; 13.65 mm including PPG sensor46.6 × 47.6 × 11.75 mm, excluding lugs and sensor area
WeightApproximately 49 g without strap; 80 g with strap49.7 g without strap; 81 g with strap
Build materialsStainless steel; PC and glass-fibre backTitanium bezel; stainless-steel case; sapphire crystal
Wrist size140–210 mm140–210 mm
Strap / bandFluororubber; stainless-steel buckleFluororubber strap with stainless-steel buckle; configuration dependent
Controls / buttonsTwo side buttons and touchscreenRotating crown, action button, and touchscreen

Performance & software

Performance & software specifications comparison
SpecificationOnePlus Watch 2OnePlus Watch 3
ProcessorQualcomm Snapdragon W5 Gen 1; BES2700BP MCUQualcomm Snapdragon W5; BES2800BP MCU
RAM2 GB2 GB
Storage32 GB32 GB
Operating systemWear OS 4; RTOSWear OS by Google; RTOS

Audio & communication

Audio & communication specifications comparison
SpecificationOnePlus Watch 2OnePlus Watch 3
SpeakerSupportedSupported
MicrophoneSupportedSupported
CallingBluetooth calling with a connected smartphoneBluetooth calling with a connected smartphone

Sensors, health & fitness

Sensors, health & fitness specifications comparison
SpecificationOnePlus Watch 2OnePlus Watch 3
SensorsAccelerometer; gyroscope; optical heart-rate sensor; optical blood-oxygen sensor; geomagnetic sensor; ambient-light sensor; barometerAccelerometer; gyroscope; optical heart-rate sensor; optical blood-oxygen sensor; geomagnetic sensor; ambient-light sensor; barometer; wrist-temperature sensor
Health & wellness featuresHeart rate; high and low heart-rate alerts; SpO₂ spot checks and all-day monitoring; stress; breathing exercises60-second Health Check-In; Mind and Body; arterial-stiffness assessment; wrist temperature; heart-rate monitoring and alerts; SpO₂
Sleep trackingDeep, light and REM sleep; awake time; sleep score; breathing rate; SpO₂; snoring-risk assessmentDeep, light and REM sleep; awake time; sleep score; breathing rate; SpO₂; snoring-risk assessment
Sports / workout modes100+ sports modes100+ sports modes
Training & outdoor featuresAerobic training effect; cardiorespiratory capacity; recovery time; heart-rate recovery; running form; track runningAerobic training effect; cardiorespiratory capacity; recovery time; heart-rate recovery; running form; track running

Battery & durability

Battery & durability specifications comparison
SpecificationOnePlus Watch 2OnePlus Watch 3
Battery capacity500 mAhLi-Ion 648 mAh
Battery lifeUp to 100 hours smart mode; 48 hours heavy use; 12 days power saverUp to 16 days power saver; 5 days smart mode; 3 days heavy use
ChargingCharging base with USB-C cableCharging base with USB-C cable
Water resistance5 ATM; IP685 ATM; IP68
Durability / certificationsMIL-STD-810HMIL-STD-810H

Compatibility

Compatibility specifications comparison
SpecificationOnePlus Watch 2OnePlus Watch 3
Phone compatibilityAndroid 8.0 or later; GMS 23.45.23 or laterAndroid 9.0 or later; GMS 23.45.23 or later
Companion appOHealthOHealth
ColorsBlack Steel; Radiant SteelObsidian Titanium; Emerald Titanium

Additional specifications

Additional specifications specifications comparison
SpecificationOnePlus Watch 2OnePlus Watch 3
Case materialStainless steelStainless steel; titanium bezel
Pixels per inch326 ppi—
Peak brightness600 nits default maximum2,200 nits peak
Charging time60 minutes to 100%; 10 minutes for 24 hours of use—
Packing listWatch; charging base; strap; USB-C cable; safety guide; quick start guideWatch; charging base; strap; USB-C cable; safety guide; quick start guide
Smart recognitionRunning; walking; cycling; swimming; rowing machine; ellipticalRunning; walking; cycling; swimming; rowing machine; elliptical
Third-party fitness appsWear OS apps; Google apps; Google Health Connect; Strava—
Release statusAvailable. Released 2024, March 05Available. Released 2025, March 03
Card slotNoNo
CameraNoNo
3.5 mm headphone jackNoNo
USBNoNo
RadioNoNo
Network speedNoNo
RTOS storage4 GB eMMC—
Model numbers—OPWWE251

Similarities

  • Both have 2 GB RAM.
  • Both are rated IP68.
  • Both have NFC.
  • Both are water resistant to 50 m.
  • Both take calls over Bluetooth.
  • Both run Wear OS.

In summary

For most buyers the OnePlus Watch 3 is the better buy; the OnePlus Watch 2 makes sense if you want syncing with apps such as Strava.

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In-stock alternatives

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