Apple Watch SE (GPS + Cellular) 2nd generation vs. Samsung Galaxy Watch6 Classic

Smartwatch Comparison, Reviews and Tests

Side by side comparison and review of Apple Watch SE (GPS + Cellular) 2nd generation and Samsung Galaxy Watch6 Classic. Compare design, displays, functions, batteries and other key specifications and features to simplify the choice of your perfect smartwatch. Our goal is to make it easier for you to decide on the watch that will best meet your expectations by revealing the main differences between the products.

Smartwatch Specifications Comparison

Apple Watch SE (GPS + Cellular) 2nd generation vs. Samsung Galaxy Watch6 Classic Comparison Chart
GENERAL Apple Watch SE (GPS + Cellular) 2nd generation Samsung Galaxy Watch6 Classic
Product Type Smart watch Smart watch
Operating System WatchOS Wear OS by Samsung
Supported Host Device OS iOS 16 or later Android 10 or later
Wearing Style Watch style Watch style
Audio Input Microphone Microphone
Audio Output Speaker Speaker
Width - 42.5 mm
Height - 42.5 mm
Depth - 10.9 mm
Weight - 52 g
Body Details Case only: 27.8 g -
Body Material Aluminium Stainless steel
Protection Water-resistant Water-resistant
Colours - Black | Silver
Clock Display Yes Yes
FEATURES Apple Watch SE (GPS + Cellular) 2nd generation Samsung Galaxy Watch6 Classic
Sensors Accelerometer, ambient light sensor, digital compass, barometer, gyroscope, always-on altimeter, optical heart sensor (2d gen) Accelerometer, barometer, gyro sensor, hall sensor, geomagnetic sensor, optical heart sensor, electrical heart sensor, light sensor, infrared temperature sensor, bioelectrical impedance analysis sensor
Tracking Data Distance, time, calories burned, activity, sleep activity, heart rate, sleep stages, menstrual cycle Distance, calories burned, activity, sleep activity, heart rate, steps taken, skin temperature, body composition, ECG, REM phases, sleep quality score
Modes - 90+ exercise modes
Goal Setting Yes Yes
Features 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 Camera remote control, find phone function, Emergency SOS, music playback control, Body composition measurement tool, Sleep Coaching, fast charge
Notifications Calendar, SMS, Email, high and low heart rate, irregular rhythm, cardio fitness Calendar, SMS, social apps, incoming calls, irregular rhythm
Vibrating Alert Yes Yes
Feedback Type Audio alert, vibration alert, visual interface Audio alert, vibration alert, visual interface
Digital Player - MP3, WAV, AAC, AMR, M4A, OGG, 3GA, AWB, OGA
Navigation (GPS) GPS/GLONASS/Galileo/QZSS receiver GPS/GLONASS/Galileo/BeiDou receiver
Payment Technology Apple Pay -
Internet of Things (IoT) Compatible Yes -
IoT Intelligent Assistant Siri -
IoT Voice Controlled Direct -
CELLULAR Apple Watch SE (GPS + Cellular) 2nd generation Samsung Galaxy Watch6 Classic
Technology WCDMA (UMTS) -
Mobile Broadband Generation 4G -
SIM Card Type Electronic SIM card (e-SIM) -
CONNECTIVITY Apple Watch SE (GPS + Cellular) 2nd generation Samsung Galaxy Watch6 Classic
3M UMTS Band Band 1, Band 2, Band 5, Band 8, Band 10 -
4G LTE Band Band 1, Band 2, Band 3, Band 4, Band 5, Band 7, Band 8, Band 18, Band 19, Band 20, Band 25, Band 26, Band 28, Band 39, Band 40, Band 41, Band 66 -
Wireless Interface IEEE 802.11b/g/n, LTE, Bluetooth 5.0 NFC, IEEE 802.11a/b/g/n, Bluetooth 5.3
Bluetooth Profiles - Hands-Free Profile (HFP), Headset Profile (HSP), Advanced Audio Distribution Profile (A2DP), Audio/Video Remote Control Profile (AVRCP)
DISPLAY Apple Watch SE (GPS + Cellular) 2nd generation Samsung Galaxy Watch6 Classic
Type Retina LTPO OLED - colour Super AMOLED - colour
Resolution 324 x 394 pixels 432 x 432 pixels
Screen Size - 1.3"
Pixel Density - 330 ppi
Colour Depth - 24-bit (16.7 million colours)
Screen Protection Ion-X glass -
Always On Display (AOD) - Yes
INPUT DEVICE Apple Watch SE (GPS + Cellular) 2nd generation Samsung Galaxy Watch6 Classic
Type Touch sensitive screen Touch sensitive screen, rotating bezel, push buttons
CASE Apple Watch SE (GPS + Cellular) 2nd generation Samsung Galaxy Watch6 Classic
Case Size 40 mm 43 mm
Crystal Type - Sapphire crystal
Case Shape Rectangular Round
Case Back Sapphire crystal and ceramic back -
Case Details Starlight aluminium | Midnight aluminium | Silver aluminium -
Crown Type Digital with haptic feedback -
BAND Apple Watch SE (GPS + Cellular) 2nd generation Samsung Galaxy Watch6 Classic
Band Type Sport band Band
Band Size Regular S/M
Fits Wrist with Circumference 130-200 mm -
Changeable Yes Yes
Clasp Type Pin-and-tuck Buckle
Band Material Fluoroelastomer Hybrid eco-leather
Band Colour Starlight | Midnight | White Black | Silver
STORAGE Apple Watch SE (GPS + Cellular) 2nd generation Samsung Galaxy Watch6 Classic
Storage Capacity 32 GB 16 GB
User Memory - 7.1 GB
RAM Apple Watch SE (GPS + Cellular) 2nd generation Samsung Galaxy Watch6 Classic
RAM Size - 2 GB
CPU Apple Watch SE (GPS + Cellular) 2nd generation Samsung Galaxy Watch6 Classic
Manufacturer Apple Samsung
CPU Type S8 SiP Exynos W930
Clock Speed - 1.4 GHz
Features W3 Apple wireless chip -
BATTERY Apple Watch SE (GPS + Cellular) 2nd generation Samsung Galaxy Watch6 Classic
Technology Lithium Ion -
Capacity - 300 mAh
Battery Life 18 hours 40 hours
Battery Life Details - Typical usage (AOD Off) - up to 40 hour(s)
Typical usage (AOD On) - up to 30 hour(s)
Rechargeable Battery Yes Yes
Wireless Charging Yes Yes
Wireless Charging Standards - WPC
MISCELLANEOUS Apple Watch SE (GPS + Cellular) 2nd generation Samsung Galaxy Watch6 Classic
Included Accessories Magnetic charger to USB-C cable (1 m) -
Preloaded Software Apple Pay, GymKit Google Maps, Samsung Wallet
Compliant Standards - IP68, MIL-STD 810H
SAR Value 0.13 W/kg (head), 1.35 W/kg (limb) 0.288 W/kg (limb), 0.177 W/kg (head)
Max Depth of Water Resistance 50 m 50 m
Manufacturer Model Number A2725 SM-R950
Warranty 1-year warranty -
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