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Wearable comparison

Google Pixel Watch 3 vs Apple Watch SE 3

Compare battery life, health tracking, display and fit.

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Google Pixel Watch 3

Google Pixel Watch 3

  • Qualcomm Snapdragon W5 Gen 1; Cortex-M33 coprocessor processor.
  • 2 GB RAM in this version.
  • 32 GB storage in this version.
  • Runs Wear OS 5.
  • Wi-Fi 6 support.
KSh 37,500In Stock
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Apple Watch SE 3

Apple Watch SE 3

  • Screen: 40mm: 324 × 394 pixels; 44mm: 368 × 448 pixels.
  • Apple S10; 4-core Neural Engine processor.
  • 64 GB storage in this version.
  • Runs watchOS 26, upgradable to watchOS 27.
  • Wi-Fi 4 support.
KSh 37,500In Stock
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Our quick verdict

The Apple Watch SE 3 runs watchOS built around the iPhone, is lighter to wear all day and has more storage (64 GB), though it works only with an iPhone, while the Google Pixel Watch 3 lasts longer per charge (24 hours), takes ECG heart-rhythm readings and has a brighter, sharper screen.

Performance

Google Pixel Watch 3
Qualcomm Snapdragon W5 Gen 1; Cortex-M33 coprocessor processor
Apple Watch SE 3
Apple S10; 4-core Neural Engine processor

Storage

Google Pixel Watch 3
32 GB storage in this version
Apple Watch SE 3
64 GB storage in this version

Software

Google Pixel Watch 3
Runs Wear OS 5
Apple Watch SE 3
Runs watchOS 26, upgradable to watchOS 27

Connections

Google Pixel Watch 3
Wi-Fi 6 support
Apple Watch SE 3
Wi-Fi 4 support

Battery life

Google Pixel Watch 3
Up to 24 hours per charge
Apple Watch SE 3
Up to 18 hours per charge

Key differences

The main differences to help you choose.

Google Pixel Watch 3

  • Rated for up to 24 hours per charge (vs 18).
  • Brighter display: up to 2,000 nits (vs 1,000).
  • ECG heart-rhythm readings.
  • Higher screen resolution: 408 × 408 (vs 324 × 394).
  • Syncs with third-party apps such as Strava and Apple Health.
  • Newer Wi-Fi 6 (vs Wi-Fi 4).

Apple Watch SE 3

  • Lighter: 26.3 g (vs 31 g).
  • More storage: 64 GB (vs 32 GB).

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PriorityGoogle Pixel Watch 3Apple Watch SE 3
Battery lifeUp to 24 hours per chargeUp to 18 hours per charge
Storage32 GB storage64 GB storage
PerformanceQualcomm Snapdragon W5 Gen 1 processorApple S10 processor
SoftwareWear OS 5watchOS 26
Display1.2-inch OLED display, 60 Hz, 320 ppiOLED display
Water resistanceIP68 water and dust resistance50 m

Detailed comparison

Explore the full specifications, section by section.

Display

Display specifications comparison
SpecificationGoogle Pixel Watch 3Apple Watch SE 3
Display41 mm: 1.2-inch; 45 mm: 1.4-inch Actua LTPO AMOLEDAlways-On Retina LTPO OLED
Screen resolution41 mm: 408 × 408; 45 mm: 456 × 456 pixels; 320 ppi40mm: 324 × 394 pixels; 44mm: 368 × 448 pixels
Display protection3D Corning Gorilla Glass 5Ion-X glass
Display featuresAlways-on display; 1–60 Hz; DCI-P3 colour1000 nits (peak)

Connectivity

Connectivity specifications comparison
SpecificationGoogle Pixel Watch 3Apple Watch SE 3
Network / cellularLTE and UMTS on cellular editionsGSM / HSPA / LTE / 5G
SIM / eSIMLTE edition: eSIMeSIM
Wi-FiWi-Fi 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax; 2.4 GHz + 5 GHzWi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n
BluetoothBluetooth 5.35.3, A2DP, LE
NFCSupportedSupported; Apple Pay
Positioning / GNSSGPS; Galileo; GLONASS; BeiDou; QZSSGPS, GLONASS, GALILEO, QZSS
Ultra Wideband (UWB)Supported—

Identity & design

Identity & design specifications comparison
SpecificationGoogle Pixel Watch 3Apple Watch SE 3
BrandGoogleApple
ModelGoogle Pixel Watch 3Apple Watch SE 3
Announced2024, August 132025, September 09
Dimensions41 mm or 45 mm diameter × 12.3 mm height40mm: 40 × 34 × 10.7 mm; 44mm: 44 × 38 × 10.7 mm
Weight41 mm: 31 g; 45 mm: 37 g, without band40mm: GPS 26.3 g, GPS + Cellular 26.4 g; 44mm: GPS 32.9 g, GPS + Cellular 33.0 g
Build materialsAluminum caseAluminum case
Wrist size41 mm: small 130–175 mm, large 165–210 mm; 45 mm: small 150–185 mm, large 165–215 mm40mm: 130–200 mm; 44mm: 140–245 mm
Strap / bandActive Band; fluoroelastomer—
Controls / buttonsRotating haptic crown, side button, and touchscreenDigital Crown with haptic feedback; side button

Performance & software

Performance & software specifications comparison
SpecificationGoogle Pixel Watch 3Apple Watch SE 3
ProcessorQualcomm Snapdragon W5 Gen 1; Cortex-M33 coprocessorApple S10; 4-core Neural Engine
RAM2 GB SDRAM—
Storage32 GB eMMC64 GB
Operating systemWear OS 5watchOS 26, upgradable to watchOS 27
CPU—64-bit dual-core
GPU—PowerVR

Audio & communication

Audio & communication specifications comparison
SpecificationGoogle Pixel Watch 3Apple Watch SE 3
SpeakerSupportedSupported
MicrophoneSupportedSupported
CallingBluetooth or LTE calling depending on model and carrierBluetooth calling; cellular calling on GPS + Cellular models

Sensors, health & fitness

Sensors, health & fitness specifications comparison
SpecificationGoogle Pixel Watch 3Apple Watch SE 3
SensorsCompass; altimeter; red and infrared SpO₂ sensors; electrical ECG sensors; multipath optical heart-rate sensor; accelerometer; gyroscope; ambient-light sensor; cEDA skin-conductance sensor; skin-temperature sensor; barometer; magnetometerSecond-generation optical heart sensor; temperature sensor; compass; always-on altimeter; high-g accelerometer; high-dynamic-range gyroscope; ambient light sensor
Health & wellness featuresContinuous heart rate; ECG; SpO₂; skin temperature; stress tracking; cEDAHigh and low heart-rate notifications; irregular rhythm notifications; temperature sensing; cycle tracking; mindfulness and medications apps
Sleep trackingSleep stages; sleep score; overnight health metricsSleep duration and sleep stages
Sports / workout modesMore than 40 exercise modes with running insightsWorkout app with multiple workout types and automatic workout detection
Training & outdoor featuresCardio load, target load, readiness, running form and GPS route trackingPace and heart-rate zones; compass waypoints and backtrack
Safety & emergency featuresEmergency SOS; fall detection; safety checkEmergency SOS; international emergency calling; Fall Detection; Crash Detection

Battery & durability

Battery & durability specifications comparison
SpecificationGoogle Pixel Watch 3Apple Watch SE 3
Battery capacity41 mm: 307 mAh; 45 mm: 420 mAh—
Battery lifeUp to 24 hours with always-on display; 36 hours Battery SaverUp to 18 hours normal use; 32 hours Low Power Mode; 7 hours outdoor workout
ChargingUSB-C magnetic pin chargingMagnetic fast charging
Water resistance5 ATM; IP6850 m; swimproof
Durability / certificationsIP68-rated dust and water resistance—

Compatibility

Compatibility specifications comparison
SpecificationGoogle Pixel Watch 3Apple Watch SE 3
Phone compatibilityAndroid 10 or later; Google accountiPhone 11 or later, including iPhone SE (2nd generation or later); iOS 26 or later
Companion appGoogle Pixel Watch; FitbitApple Watch app on iPhone
Colors41 mm: Obsidian, Porcelain, Hazel, Rose Quartz; 45 mm: Obsidian, Porcelain, HazelMidnight, Starlight

Additional specifications

Additional specifications specifications comparison
SpecificationGoogle Pixel Watch 3Apple Watch SE 3
Case material100% recycled aluminum—
Pixels per inch320 ppi326 ppi
Peak brightness2,000 nits peak; 1 nit minimumUp to 1,000 nits
Charging time41 mm: 24/35/60 minutes to 50/80/100%; 45 mm: 28/50/80 minutesAbout 45 minutes to 80%
Packing listWatch; small and large bands; charging dock or cable; quick start guide—
Third-party fitness appsGoogle Play apps; Google Maps; Google Wallet; Google Assistant—
Release statusAvailable. Released 2024, September 10Available. Released 2025, September 19
Card slotNoNo
CameraNoNo
3.5 mm headphone jackNoNo
USBNoNo
RadioNoNo
2G bandsGSM 850 / 900 / 1800 / 1900GSM 850 / 900 / 1800 / 1900
3G bandsHSDPA 850 / 900 / 1700(AWS) / 1900 / 2100HSDPA 850 / 900 / 1700(AWS) / 1900 / 2100 - International, China, HK; HSDPA 850 / 1700(AWS) / 1900 / 2100 - USA, LATAM, Canada
4G bandsLTE1, 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, LTEHSPA, LTE, 5G
Cover / touchscreen—Supported
Model numbers—A3325, A3324, A3328, A3326, A3327, A3329, A3391, A3392
5G bands—SA/NSA
SAR (US)—1.18 W/kg (head)
SAR (EU)—0.42 W/kg (head)
Additional hardware features—Media playback
Battery type—Rechargeable lithium-ion

Similarities

  • Both use Bluetooth 5.3.
  • Both have NFC.
  • Both have an aluminium case.
  • Both take calls over Bluetooth.
  • Both have OLED displays.
  • Both support eSIM.

In summary

For most buyers the Google Pixel Watch 3 is the better buy; the Apple Watch SE 3 makes sense if you want a lighter watch for all-day wear.

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