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Apple Watch SE 2 vs OnePlus Watch 2R

Compare battery life, health tracking, display and fit.

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Apple Watch SE 2

Apple Watch SE 2

  • Screen: 40mm: 324 × 394 pixels; 44mm: 368 × 448 pixels.
  • Apple S8; 2-core Neural Engine 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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OnePlus Watch 2R

OnePlus Watch 2R

  • 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 28,500In Stock
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Our quick verdict

The Apple Watch SE 2 runs watchOS built around the iPhone, is lighter to wear all day and has a cellular option for calls without your phone and an eSIM, though it works only with an iPhone, while the OnePlus Watch 2R lasts longer between charges (up to 100 hours) and has more RAM (2 GB) and faster recharging (1 hour).

Display

Apple Watch SE 2
40mm: 324 × 394 pixels; 44mm: 368 × 448 pixels
OnePlus Watch 2R
466 × 466 pixels; 326 ppi

Performance

Apple Watch SE 2
Apple S8; 2-core Neural Engine processor
OnePlus Watch 2R
Qualcomm Snapdragon W5 Gen 1; BES2700BP MCU processor

Memory

Apple Watch SE 2
1 GB RAM in this version
OnePlus Watch 2R
2 GB RAM in this version

Software

Apple Watch SE 2
Runs watchOS 9.0, upgradable to watchOS 26.6
OnePlus Watch 2R
Runs Wear OS 4; RTOS

Battery life

Apple Watch SE 2
Up to 18 hours per charge
OnePlus Watch 2R
500 mAh battery

Key differences

The main differences to help you choose.

Apple Watch SE 2

  • Lighter: 26.4 g (vs 59 g).
  • eSIM.
  • Cellular option (LTE/5G models) for calls and data without your phone.
  • Slimmer: 10.7 mm thick (vs 12.1 mm).
  • Newer Bluetooth 5.3 (vs 5.0).

OnePlus Watch 2R

  • Longer rated battery life: up to 100 hours (vs 18 hours).
  • More memory: 2 GB RAM (vs 1 GB).
  • Recharges faster: 1 hour (vs 1.5 hours).
  • Higher screen resolution: 466 × 466 (vs 324 × 394).
  • Syncs with third-party apps such as Strava and Apple Health.
  • Newer model: released in 2024 (vs 2022).

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PriorityApple Watch SE 2OnePlus Watch 2R
Battery lifeUp to 18 hours per charge500 mAh battery
DisplayOLED display1.43-inch OLED display, 326 ppi
PerformanceApple S8 processorQualcomm Snapdragon W5 Gen 1 processor
Memory1 GB RAM2 GB RAM
SoftwarewatchOS 9.0Wear OS 4
ConnectionsWi-Fi 4, Bluetooth 5.3Bluetooth 5.0

Detailed comparison

Explore the full specifications, section by section.

Display

Display specifications comparison
SpecificationApple Watch SE 2OnePlus Watch 2R
DisplayRetina LTPO OLED1.43-inch AMOLED
Screen resolution40mm: 324 × 394 pixels; 44mm: 368 × 448 pixels466 × 466 pixels; 326 ppi
Display protectionIon-X glass2D glass
Display features1000 nits (peak)1000 nits (HBM)

Connectivity

Connectivity specifications comparison
SpecificationApple Watch SE 2OnePlus Watch 2R
Network / cellularGSM / HSPA / LTENo cellular connectivity
SIM / eSIMeSIMNo
Wi-FiWi-Fi 802.11 b/g/nWi-Fi 2.4 GHz + 5 GHz
Bluetooth5.3, A2DP, LEBluetooth 5.0 BLE
NFCSupported; Apple PaySupported
Positioning / GNSSGPS, GLONASS, GALILEO, QZSSDual-frequency L1 + L5; GPS; BeiDou; Galileo; GLONASS; QZSS

Identity & design

Identity & design specifications comparison
SpecificationApple Watch SE 2OnePlus Watch 2R
BrandAppleOnePlus
ModelApple Watch SE 2OnePlus Watch 2R
Announced2022, September 072024, July 16
Dimensions40mm: 40 × 34 × 10.7 mm; 44mm: 44 × 38 × 10.7 mm47.6 × 46.6 × 12.1 mm; 13.65 mm including PPG sensor
Weight40mm: GPS 26.4 g, GPS + Cellular 27.8 g; 44mm: GPS 32.9 g, GPS + Cellular 33.0 gApproximately 37 g without strap; 59 g with strap
Build materialsAluminum caseAluminum-alloy case; plastic back
Wrist size40mm: 130–200 mm; 44mm: 140–245 mm140–210 mm
Controls / buttonsDigital Crown with haptic feedback; side buttonTwo side buttons and touchscreen
Strap / band—Silicone; stainless-steel buckle

Performance & software

Performance & software specifications comparison
SpecificationApple Watch SE 2OnePlus Watch 2R
ProcessorApple S8; 2-core Neural EngineQualcomm Snapdragon W5 Gen 1; BES2700BP MCU
CPU64-bit dual-coreQuad-core 1.7 GHz Cortex-A53
GPUPowerVRAdreno 702
RAM1GB2 GB
Storage32 GB32 GB
Operating systemwatchOS 9.0, upgradable to watchOS 26.6Wear OS 4; RTOS

Audio & communication

Audio & communication specifications comparison
SpecificationApple Watch SE 2OnePlus Watch 2R
SpeakerSupportedSupported
MicrophoneSupportedSupported
CallingBluetooth calling; cellular calling on GPS + Cellular modelsBluetooth calling with a connected smartphone

Sensors, health & fitness

Sensors, health & fitness specifications comparison
SpecificationApple Watch SE 2OnePlus Watch 2R
SensorsSecond-generation optical heart sensor; compass; always-on altimeter; high-g accelerometer; high-dynamic-range gyroscope; ambient light sensorAccelerometer; gyroscope; optical heart-rate sensor; optical blood-oxygen sensor; geomagnetic sensor; ambient-light sensor; barometer
Health & wellness featuresHeart Rate app; high and low heart-rate notifications; irregular rhythm notifications; Medications, Mindfulness and Noise appsHeart rate; high and low heart-rate alerts; SpO₂ spot checks and all-day monitoring; stress; breathing exercises
Sleep trackingSleep duration and sleep stagesDeep, light and REM sleep; awake time; sleep score; breathing rate; SpO₂; snoring-risk assessment
Sports / workout modesWorkout app with multiple workout types and automatic workout detection100+ sports modes
Training & outdoor featuresPace metrics; compass and BacktrackAerobic training effect; cardiorespiratory capacity; recovery time; heart-rate recovery; running form; track running
Safety & emergency featuresEmergency SOS; international emergency calling; Fall Detection; Crash Detection—

Battery & durability

Battery & durability specifications comparison
SpecificationApple Watch SE 2OnePlus Watch 2R
Battery lifeUp to 18 hours normal useUp to 100 hours smart mode; 48 hours heavy use; 12 days power saver
ChargingMagnetic charging to USB-C cableCharging base with USB-C cable
Water resistance50 m; swimproof5 ATM; IP68
Battery capacity—500 mAh
Durability / certifications—IP68-rated dust and water resistance

Compatibility

Compatibility specifications comparison
SpecificationApple Watch SE 2OnePlus Watch 2R
Phone compatibilityiPhone XS or later, including iPhone SE (2nd generation or later); iOS 18 or laterAndroid 8.0 or later; GMS 23.45.23 or later
Companion appApple Watch app on iPhoneOHealth
ColorsMidnight, Starlight, SilverForest Green; Gunmetal Gray

Additional specifications

Additional specifications specifications comparison
SpecificationApple Watch SE 2OnePlus Watch 2R
Pixels per inch326 ppi326 ppi
Peak brightnessUp to 1,000 nits600 nits default maximum; 1,000 nits high-brightness mode
Cover / touchscreenSupported—
Charging timeAbout 1.5 hours to 80%60 minutes to 100%; 10 minutes for 24 hours of use
Release statusAvailable. Released 2022, September 16Available. Released 2024, July 16
Model numbersA2722, A2723, A2724, A2727, A2856, A2725, A2726, A2855, watch6,10, watch6,11, watch6,12, watch6,13—
Card slotNoNo
CameraNoNo
3.5 mm headphone jackNoNo
USBNoNo
RadioNoNo
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)0.27 W/kg (head) 1.96 W/kg (body)—
SAR (EU)0.27 W/kg (head) 1.96 W/kg (body)—
Battery typeRechargeable lithium-ion—
Case material—Aluminum alloy
Packing list—Watch; charging base; strap; USB-C cable; safety guide; quick start guide
Smart recognition—Running; walking; cycling; swimming; rowing machine; elliptical
Third-party fitness apps—Wear OS apps; Google apps; Google Health Connect; Strava
RTOS storage—4 GB eMMC

Similarities

  • Both have NFC.
  • Both have an aluminium case.
  • Both take calls over Bluetooth.
  • Both have OLED displays.
  • Both offer 32 GB of storage.
  • Both connect over Bluetooth.

In summary

For most buyers the OnePlus Watch 2R is the better buy; the Apple Watch SE 2 makes sense if you want a lighter watch for all-day wear.

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In-stock alternatives

Xiaomi Watch S1For Apple Watch SE 2Xiaomi Watch S1View product ↗Huawei Watch GT 6For Apple Watch SE 2Huawei Watch GT 6View product ↗OnePlus Watch 2For OnePlus Watch 2ROnePlus Watch 2View product ↗Samsung Galaxy Watch 8For OnePlus Watch 2RSamsung Galaxy Watch 8View product ↗

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