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Apple Ultra 3 vs Apple Ultra 4 49mm

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Apple Watch Ultra 3

Apple Watch Ultra 3

  • Screen: 422 × 514 pixels; 326 ppi; 1,245 mm² display area.
  • 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 90,000In Stock
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Apple Watch Ultra 4 49mm

Apple Watch Ultra 4 49mm

  • 1.98 inch screen.
  • Apple S11 processor.
  • 64 GB storage in this version.
  • Runs watchOS 27.
  • Wi-Fi 4 support.
KSh 118,000In Stock
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Our quick verdict

The Apple Watch Ultra 4 49mm is the better buy: it gives daily readiness scores and offers hypertension notifications.

Performance

Apple Watch Ultra 3
Apple S10; 4-core Neural Engine processor
Apple Watch Ultra 4 49mm
Apple S11 processor

Software

Apple Watch Ultra 3
Runs watchOS 26, upgradable to watchOS 27
Apple Watch Ultra 4 49mm
Runs watchOS 27

Battery life

Apple Watch Ultra 3
Up to 42 hours per charge
Apple Watch Ultra 4 49mm
Up to 50 hours per charge

Portability

Apple Watch Ultra 3
61.6 g
Apple Watch Ultra 4 49mm
63 g

Display

Apple Watch Ultra 3
OLED display, 326 ppi
Apple Watch Ultra 4 49mm
1.98-inch OLED display, 326 ppi

Key differences

The main differences to help you choose.

Apple Watch Ultra 3

  • OLED display, 326 ppi.
  • Apple S10 processor.
  • 64 GB storage.
  • Up to 42 hours per charge.

Apple Watch Ultra 4 49mm

  • Daily readiness scores.
  • Blood-pressure (hypertension) notifications.
  • Newer watchOS 27 (vs watchOS 26).

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PriorityApple Watch Ultra 3Apple Watch Ultra 4 49mm
Battery lifeUp to 42 hours per chargeUp to 50 hours per charge
Storage64 GB storage64 GB storage
DisplayOLED display, 326 ppi1.98-inch OLED display, 326 ppi
PerformanceApple S10 processorApple S11 processor
SoftwarewatchOS 26watchOS 27
ConnectionsWi-Fi 4, Bluetooth 5.3Wi-Fi 4, Bluetooth 5.3

Detailed comparison

Explore the full specifications, section by section.

Display

Display specifications comparison
SpecificationApple Watch Ultra 3Apple Watch Ultra 4 49mm
DisplayAlways-On Retina LTPO3 wide-angle OLEDRetina LTPO3 OLED, 3000 nits (peak); 1.98 inches
Screen resolution422 × 514 pixels; 326 ppi; 1,245 mm² display area422 × 514 pixels; 326 ppi; 1,245 mm² display area
Display protectionFlat sapphire crystalSapphire crystal
Display features3000 nits (peak); Wide-angle OLED3000 nits (peak); Wide-angle OLED

Connectivity

Connectivity specifications comparison
SpecificationApple Watch Ultra 3Apple Watch Ultra 4 49mm
Network / cellularGSM / HSPA / LTE / 5GGSM / HSPA / LTE / 5G
SIM / eSIMeSIMeSIM
Wi-FiWi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n, dual-bandWi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n, dual-band
Bluetooth5.3, A2DP, LE5.3, A2DP, LE
NFCSupported; Apple PayYes
Positioning / GNSSGPS (L1+L5), GLONASS, GALILEO, BDS, QZSSGPS (L1+L5), GLONASS, GALILEO, BDS, QZSS
Ultra Wideband (UWB)Ultra Wideband (UWB) support (gen2 chip)Ultra Wideband (UWB) support (gen2 chip)
Satellite featuresEmergency SOS via satelliteEmergency SOS via satellite

Identity & design

Identity & design specifications comparison
SpecificationApple Watch Ultra 3Apple Watch Ultra 4 49mm
BrandAppleApple
ModelApple Watch Ultra 3Apple Watch Ultra 4 49mm
Announced2025, September 092026, September 09
Dimensions49 × 44 × 12 mm49 x 44 x 12 mm (1.93 x 1.73 x 0.47 in)
WeightNatural titanium: 61.6 g; black titanium: 61.8 gNatural titanium: 63.0 g; black titanium: 63.1 g
Build materialsTitanium case; sapphire crystal front; ceramic and sapphire crystal backGrade 5 titanium case; sapphire crystal front; ceramic and sapphire crystal back
Wrist size130–210 mm130–210 mm
Controls / buttonsCustomizable Action button; Digital Crown with haptic feedback; side buttonCustomizable Action button; Digital Crown with haptic feedback; side button; single tap, double tap and wrist flick gestures
Strap / band—Included band; style depends on the selected configuration

Performance & software

Performance & software specifications comparison
SpecificationApple Watch Ultra 3Apple Watch Ultra 4 49mm
ProcessorApple S10; 4-core Neural EngineApple S11
CPU64-bit dual-coreDual-core
GPUPowerVRPowerVR
Storage64 GB64GB
Operating systemwatchOS 26, upgradable to watchOS 27watchOS 27

Audio & communication

Audio & communication specifications comparison
SpecificationApple Watch Ultra 3Apple Watch Ultra 4 49mm
SpeakerDual speakers; sirenDual speakers; media playback; siren
MicrophoneThree-microphone array with beamforming and wind-noise mitigationThree-microphone array with beamforming and wind-noise mitigation
CallingCellular and Bluetooth calling; international emergency callingCellular and Bluetooth calling; international emergency calling

Sensors, health & fitness

Sensors, health & fitness specifications comparison
SpecificationApple Watch Ultra 3Apple Watch Ultra 4 49mm
SensorsElectrical heart sensor, third-generation optical heart sensor, blood oxygen sensor, temperature sensor, depth gauge, water-temperature sensor, compass, always-on altimeter, high-g accelerometer, high-dynamic-range gyroscope and ambient-light sensorElectrical heart sensor; always-on optical heart sensor; blood oxygen sensor; temperature sensor; depth gauge; water-temperature sensor; compass; always-on altimeter; high-g accelerometer; high dynamic-range gyroscope; ambient-light sensor
Health & wellness featuresBlood Oxygen, ECG, Cycle Tracking, heart-rate notifications, irregular-rhythm notifications, medications, mindfulness and noise features; availability varies by regionHeart rate; HRV; blood oxygen; ECG; wrist temperature; respiratory rate; Readiness; Vitals; cycle tracking; high/low heart-rate, irregular rhythm and hypertension notifications (regional availability)
Sleep trackingSleep duration and sleep stagesSleep duration; sleep stages; sleep score; sleep-apnea notifications (regional availability)
Safety & emergency featuresEmergency SOS; international emergency calling; Fall Detection; Crash DetectionEmergency SOS; satellite SOS and messaging; international emergency calling; siren; flashlight; Fall Detection; Crash Detection; Check In; noise monitoring; emergency waypoints
Diving / depth featuresRecreational scuba diving to 40 m; depth gauge; water-temperature sensorRecreational scuba diving to 40 m; automatic dive launch at 1 m; current/maximum depth and duration; GPS entry/exit points; depth gauge and water temperature
Sports / workout modes—Running; hiking; cycling; pool and open-water swimming; skiing; snowboarding; rowing; paddling; golf; walking; HIIT; yoga; strength; dance; Pilates; Tai Chi; kickboxing; multisport and more
Training & outdoor features—Custom workouts and views; Training Load and Workout Effort; heart-rate zones; VO₂ max; Race Route; Pacer; running dynamics; automatic track detection; offline maps, routes, waypoints, Backtrack and elevation alerts

Battery & durability

Battery & durability specifications comparison
SpecificationApple Watch Ultra 3Apple Watch Ultra 4 49mm
Battery lifeUp to 42 hours normal use; 72 hours Low Power ModeUp to 50 hours normal use; 84 hours Low Power Mode; 18 hours workout tracking; 25 hours Extended Workout; 45 hours Max Extended Workout
ChargingMagnetic fast chargingMagnetic fast charging; up to 80% in about 45 minutes
Water resistance100 m under ISO 22810:2010100 m under ISO 22810:2010; suitable for swimming, snorkeling, scuba and high-speed water sports
Durability / certificationsIP6X dust resistance; MIL-STD-810H; EN13319IP6X dust resistance under IEC 60529; EN 13319 recreational diving to 40 m; tested to MIL‑STD‑810H
Battery capacity—Li-Ion 631 mAh

Compatibility

Compatibility specifications comparison
SpecificationApple Watch Ultra 3Apple Watch Ultra 4 49mm
Phone compatibilityiPhone 11 or later; iOS 26 or lateriPhone 11 or later, including iPhone SE (2nd generation or later), with iOS 27 or later
Companion appApple Watch app on iPhoneApple Watch app on iPhone
ColorsNatural, BlackNatural, Black

Additional specifications

Additional specifications specifications comparison
SpecificationApple Watch Ultra 3Apple Watch Ultra 4 49mm
Case materialTitaniumGrade 5 titanium
Military-grade resistanceMIL-STD-810HMIL-STD-810H
FlashlightSupportedSupported
Pixels per inch326 ppi326 ppi
Peak brightnessUp to 3,000 nits peak; 1 nit minimumUp to 3,000 nits peak; 1 nit minimum
Cover / touchscreenSupportedSupported
Charging timeAbout 45 minutes to 80%About 45 minutes to 80%; 15 minutes for up to 18 hours normal use; 5 minutes for up to 10 hours sleep tracking
Release statusAvailable. Released 2025, September 19Available. Released 2026, September 18
Model numbersA3281, A3282A3579
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 / 2100 - International, China, HK; HSDPA 850 / 1700(AWS) / 1900 / 2100 - USA, LATAM, CanadaHSDPA 850 / 900 / 1700(AWS) / 1900 / 2100
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, Canada1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 7, 8, 12, 13, 14, 17, 18, 19, 20, 25, 26, 28, 38, 39, 40, 41, 53, 66, 71
5G bandsSA/NSA1, 2, 3, 5, 7, 8, 12, 14, 20, 25, 26, 28, 38, 40, 41, 53, 66, 71 SA/NSA
Network speedHSPA, LTE, 5GHSPA, LTE, 5G
SAR (US)1.16 W/kg (head)—
SAR (EU)1.19 W/kg (head)—
Additional hardware featuresTemperature sensing (0.01˚ accuracy); Depth gauge (±1m accuracy)Health Sensing System: third‑generation electrical heart sensor, always‑on optical heart sensor, blood oxygen sensor, temperature sensor; Temperature sensing (0.01˚ accuracy); Depth gauge (±1m accuracy)
Battery typeRechargeable lithium-ion—
Display material—LTPO3 wide-angle OLED
Packing list—Apple Watch Ultra 4; band; 1 m magnetic fast-charger to USB-C cable

Similarities

  • Both belong to the Apple Watch platform.
  • Both support Wi-Fi 4.
  • Both use Bluetooth 5.3.
  • Both work with a companion app.
  • Both have NFC.
  • Both have a titanium case.

In summary

The Apple Watch Ultra 4 49mm is the better buy for almost everyone, with daily readiness scores and hypertension notifications.

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