Apple Watch SE (GPS + Cellular) 2nd generation vs. Suunto Core Alpha

Smartwatch Comparison, Reviews and Tests

In depth comparison and review of Apple Watch SE (GPS + Cellular) 2nd generation and Suunto Core Alpha. 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.

Smartwatch Specifications Comparison

Apple Watch SE (GPS + Cellular) 2nd generation vs. Suunto Core Alpha Comparison Chart
GENERAL Apple Watch SE (GPS + Cellular) 2nd generation Suunto Core Alpha
Product Type Smart watch Sport watch
Operating System WatchOS -
Supported Host Device OS iOS 16 or later -
Wearing Style Watch style Watch style
Audio Input Microphone -
Audio Output Speaker -
Width - 49.5 mm
Height - 49.5 mm
Depth - 15.1 mm
Weight - 67 g
Body Details Case only: 27.8 g -
Body Material Aluminium Composite
Protection Water-resistant Water-resistant
Colours - Stealth
Clock Display Yes Yes
FEATURES Apple Watch SE (GPS + Cellular) 2nd generation Suunto Core Alpha
Sensors Accelerometer, ambient light sensor, digital compass, barometer, gyroscope, always-on altimeter, optical heart sensor (2d gen) Digital compass, barometer, altimeter, temperature
Tracking Data Distance, time, calories burned, activity, sleep activity, heart rate, sleep stages, menstrual cycle Time, speed, altitude, temperature
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 Dual time zone, alarm, timer, countdown timer, weather information, stopwatch timer, storm alarm
Notifications Calendar, SMS, Email, high and low heart rate, irregular rhythm, cardio fitness -
Vibrating Alert Yes -
Feedback Type Audio alert, vibration alert, visual interface Visual interface
Navigation (GPS) GPS/GLONASS/Galileo/QZSS 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 Suunto Core Alpha
Technology WCDMA (UMTS) -
Mobile Broadband Generation 4G -
SIM Card Type Electronic SIM card (e-SIM) -
CONNECTIVITY Apple Watch SE (GPS + Cellular) 2nd generation Suunto Core Alpha
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 -
DISPLAY Apple Watch SE (GPS + Cellular) 2nd generation Suunto Core Alpha
Type Retina LTPO OLED - colour Monochrome
Resolution 324 x 394 pixels -
Screen Protection Ion-X glass -
INPUT DEVICE Apple Watch SE (GPS + Cellular) 2nd generation Suunto Core Alpha
Type Touch sensitive screen Touch buttons
CASE Apple Watch SE (GPS + Cellular) 2nd generation Suunto Core Alpha
Case Size 40 mm -
Case Shape Rectangular Round
Bezel - Aluminium
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 Suunto Core Alpha
Band Type Sport band Strap
Band Size Regular -
Fits Wrist with Circumference 130-200 mm 140-240 mm
Changeable Yes Yes
Clasp Type Pin-and-tuck Buckle
Band Material Fluoroelastomer Textile
Band Colour Starlight | Midnight | White -
STORAGE Apple Watch SE (GPS + Cellular) 2nd generation Suunto Core Alpha
Storage Capacity 32 GB -
CPU Apple Watch SE (GPS + Cellular) 2nd generation Suunto Core Alpha
Manufacturer Apple -
CPU Type S8 SiP -
Features W3 Apple wireless chip -
BATTERY Apple Watch SE (GPS + Cellular) 2nd generation Suunto Core Alpha
Technology Lithium Ion -
Form Factor - CR2032
Battery Life 18 hours 12 month(s)
Battery Life Details - Regular usage - up to 12 months
Rechargeable Battery Yes -
Wireless Charging Yes -
MISCELLANEOUS Apple Watch SE (GPS + Cellular) 2nd generation Suunto Core Alpha
Included Accessories Magnetic charger to USB-C cable (1 m) -
Preloaded Software Apple Pay, GymKit -
SAR Value 0.13 W/kg (head), 1.35 W/kg (limb) -
Max Depth of Water Resistance 50 m 30 m
Max Operating Temperature - 60 °C
Min Operating Temperature - -20 °C
Manufacturer Model Number A2725 -
Warranty 1-year warranty 2-year warranty
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