Apple Watch SE 3
The essential Apple Watch experience at an accessible price
$249.00 USD
Available
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Overview
The third-generation Apple Watch SE delivers the core Apple Watch experience with the same S10 chip as the Series 11, now featuring an always-on display. At $249, it offers excellent value but comes with notable compromises including missing ECG and blood oxygen sensors, lower display brightness, and daily charging requirements.
Key Features
- S10 chip (same as Series 11)
- Always-on Retina display
- Temperature sensor
- Sleep apnea detection
- Crash and Fall Detection
- Double Tap and Wrist Flick gestures
- Fast charging
- 64GB storage
Description
The Apple Watch SE 3 represents Apple's budget-friendly entry into the smartwatch market, offering the essential Apple Watch experience without the premium price tag. It shares the same powerful S10 chip found in the Series 11 and Ultra 3, ensuring smooth performance across all apps and features. The 2025 model finally adds an always-on display, addressing one of the biggest complaints about previous SE models.
Specifications
Battery
| Battery Life | 18 hours |
|---|---|
| Fast Charging | 0-80% in 45 minutes |
Connectivity
| Bluetooth | 5.3 |
|---|---|
| Wi-Fi | 802.11 b/g/n 2.4GHz |
| Cellular Option | Yes (GPS + Cellular model) |
Display
| Display Type | LTPO OLED Always-On Retina |
|---|---|
| Display Size | 40mm or 44mm |
| Peak Brightness | 1000 nits |
| Glass | Ion-X (front) |
Physical
| Case Material | Aluminum |
|---|---|
| Water Resistance | 50 meters |
| Weight (40mm) | 26.4 g |
| Weight (44mm) | 32.9 g |
Sensors
| Heart Rate | Optical (2nd gen) |
|---|---|
| Temperature Sensor | Yes |
| Sleep Apnea Detection | Yes |
| ECG | No |
| Blood Oxygen (SpO2) | No |
Software
| Chip | S10 SiP |
|---|---|
| Storage | 64 GB |
| OS | watchOS 11 |