In depth comparison and review of Apple Watch Edition Series 6 (GPS + Cellular) and Apple Watch SE (GPS) 2nd generation. Compare sizes, functions, displays, batteries and other important specifications and features to easily choose the right smartwatch for you. Our goal is to help you uncover differences between the products and find the watch that will best fit your needs.
| GENERAL | Apple Watch Edition Series 6 (GPS + Cellular) | Apple Watch SE (GPS) 2nd generation |
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| Product Type | Smart watch | Smart watch |
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| Operating System | WatchOS 7 | WatchOS |
| Supported Host Device OS | iOS 14 or later | iOS 16 or later |
| Wearing Style | Watch style | Watch style |
| Audio Input | Microphone | Microphone |
| Audio Output | Speaker | Speaker |
| Body Details | Case only: 41.3 g | Case only: 26.4 g |
| Body Material | Titanium | Aluminium |
| Protection | Water-resistant | Water-resistant |
| Clock Display | Yes | Yes |
| FEATURES | Apple Watch Edition Series 6 (GPS + Cellular) | Apple Watch SE (GPS) 2nd generation |
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| Sensors | Accelerometer, ambient light sensor, digital compass, gyro sensor, barometric altimeter, optical heart sensor, electrical heart sensor, blood oxygen sensor | Accelerometer, ambient light sensor, digital compass, barometer, gyroscope, always-on altimeter, optical heart sensor (2d gen) |
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| Tracking Data | Distance, time, calories burned, activity, sleep activity, heart rate, blood oxygen saturation, ECG | Distance, time, calories burned, activity, sleep activity, heart rate, sleep stages, menstrual cycle |
| Goal Setting | Yes | Yes |
| Features | Music remote handling, ECG accurate heart rate, camera remote control, Retina Display technology, Fall detection, Emergency SOS, irregular beat alerts, Family Setup support | Call handling, music remote handling, camera remote control, Fall detection, Emergency SOS, Family Setup support, International Emergency Calling, Crash Detection, noise monitoring, Compass Waypoint, brightness: 1000 nits |
| Notifications | Calendar | Calendar, SMS, Email, high and low heart rate, irregular rhythm, cardio fitness |
| Vibrating Alert | Yes | Yes |
| Feedback Type | Audio alert, vibration alert, visual interface | Audio alert, vibration alert, visual interface |
| Navigation (GPS) | GPS/GNSS receiver | GPS/GLONASS/Galileo/QZSS receiver |
| Payment Technology | Apple Pay | Apple Pay |
| Internet of Things (IoT) Compatible | Yes | Yes |
| IoT Intelligent Assistant | Siri | Siri |
| IoT Voice Controlled | Direct | Direct |
| CELLULAR | Apple Watch Edition Series 6 (GPS + Cellular) | Apple Watch SE (GPS) 2nd generation |
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| Technology | WCDMA (UMTS) | - |
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| Mobile Broadband Generation | 4G | - |
| SIM Card Type | Electronic SIM card (e-SIM) | - |
| CONNECTIVITY | Apple Watch Edition Series 6 (GPS + Cellular) | Apple Watch SE (GPS) 2nd generation |
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| Wireless Interface | IEEE 802.11b/g/n, Bluetooth 5.0 | IEEE 802.11b/g/n, Bluetooth 5.0 |
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| DISPLAY | Apple Watch Edition Series 6 (GPS + Cellular) | Apple Watch SE (GPS) 2nd generation |
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| Type | LTPO OLED - colour | Retina LTPO OLED - colour |
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| Resolution | 368 x 448 pixels | 324 x 394 pixels |
| Screen Protection | Sapphire glass | Ion-X glass |
| Always On Display (AOD) | Yes | - |
| INPUT DEVICE | Apple Watch Edition Series 6 (GPS + Cellular) | Apple Watch SE (GPS) 2nd generation |
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| Type | Touch sensitive screen | Touch sensitive screen |
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| CASE | Apple Watch Edition Series 6 (GPS + Cellular) | Apple Watch SE (GPS) 2nd generation |
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| Case Size | 44 mm | 40 mm |
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| Case Shape | Rectangular | Rectangular |
| Case Back | Sapphire crystal and ceramic back | Sapphire crystal and ceramic back |
| Case Details | Space black titanium | Titanium | Midnight aluminium | Silver aluminium | Starlight aluminium |
| Crown Type | Digital with haptic feedback | Digital with haptic feedback |
| BAND | Apple Watch Edition Series 6 (GPS + Cellular) | Apple Watch SE (GPS) 2nd generation |
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| Band Type | Leather link | Sport band |
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| Band Size | S/M | Regular |
| Fits Wrist with Circumference | 140-180 mm | 130-200 mm |
| Changeable | Yes | Yes |
| Clasp Type | Magnetic closure | Pin-and-tuck |
| Band Material | Roux Granada leather | Fluoroelastomer |
| Band Colour | Black | Baltic blue | Charcoal | Inverness green | Atlantic blue | Midnight | Starlight |
| STORAGE | Apple Watch Edition Series 6 (GPS + Cellular) | Apple Watch SE (GPS) 2nd generation |
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| Storage Capacity | 32 GB | 32 GB |
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| CPU | Apple Watch Edition Series 6 (GPS + Cellular) | Apple Watch SE (GPS) 2nd generation |
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| Manufacturer | Apple | Apple |
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| CPU Type | S6 | S8 SiP |
| Features | W3 Apple wireless chip, U1 chip | W3 Apple wireless chip |
| BATTERY | Apple Watch Edition Series 6 (GPS + Cellular) | Apple Watch SE (GPS) 2nd generation |
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| Technology | Lithium Ion | Lithium Ion |
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| Battery Life | 18 hours | 18 hours |
| Rechargeable Battery | Yes | Yes |
| Wireless Charging | Yes | Yes |
| MISCELLANEOUS | Apple Watch Edition Series 6 (GPS + Cellular) | Apple Watch SE (GPS) 2nd generation |
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| Included Accessories | Power adapter, magnetic charging cable, dark grey sport band M/L | Magnetic charger to USB-C cable (1 m) |
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| Preloaded Software | Apple Pay, GymKit | Apple Pay, GymKit |
| SAR Value | 0.97 W/kg (head), 0.3 W/kg (limb) | 0.24 W/kg (head), 0.07 W/kg (limb) |
| Max Depth of Water Resistance | 50 m | 50 m |
| Manufacturer Model Number | - | A2722 |
| Warranty | - | 1-year warranty |
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