Samsung Galaxy Watch4 Classic vs. Apple Watch SE (GPS) 2nd generation

Smartwatch Comparison, Reviews and Tests

In depth comparison and review of Samsung Galaxy Watch4 Classic 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.

Smartwatch Specifications Comparison

Samsung Galaxy Watch4 Classic vs. Apple Watch SE (GPS) 2nd generation Comparison Chart
GENERAL Samsung Galaxy Watch4 Classic Apple Watch SE (GPS) 2nd generation
Product Type Smart watch Smart watch
Operating System Wear OS by Samsung WatchOS
Supported Host Device OS Android 6.0 (Marshmallow) or later iOS 16 or later
Wearing Style Watch style Watch style
Audio Input - Microphone
Audio Output - Speaker
Width 41.5 mm -
Height 41.5 mm -
Depth 11.2 mm -
Weight 46.5 g -
Body Details - Case only: 26.4 g
Body Material Stainless steel Aluminium
Protection Waterproof Water-resistant
Clock Display Yes Yes
FEATURES Samsung Galaxy Watch4 Classic Apple Watch SE (GPS) 2nd generation
Sensors Accelerometer, ambient light sensor, barometer, gyro sensor, hall sensor, bioimpedance sensor, electromagnetic compass, optical heart sensor, electrical heart sensor Accelerometer, ambient light sensor, digital compass, barometer, gyroscope, always-on altimeter, optical heart sensor (2d gen)
Tracking Data Distance, calories burned, activity, sleep activity, heart rate, steps taken, blood oxygen saturation, body composition, ECG, REM phases Distance, time, calories burned, activity, sleep activity, heart rate, sleep stages, menstrual cycle
Goal Setting Yes Yes
Features Find phone function, VO2 max, automatic exercise recognition, personalised coaching 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, SMS, social apps, incoming calls Calendar, SMS, Email, high and low heart rate, irregular rhythm, cardio fitness
Vibrating Alert Yes Yes
Feedback Type 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/BeiDou receiver GPS/GLONASS/Galileo/QZSS receiver
Payment Technology - Apple Pay
Internet of Things (IoT) Compatible - Yes
IoT Intelligent Assistant - Siri
IoT Voice Controlled - Direct
CELLULAR Samsung Galaxy Watch4 Classic Apple Watch SE (GPS) 2nd generation
Technology WCDMA (UMTS) -
Mobile Broadband Generation 4G -
SIM Card Type Electronic SIM card (e-SIM) -
CONNECTIVITY Samsung Galaxy Watch4 Classic Apple Watch SE (GPS) 2nd generation
Wireless Interface NFC, IEEE 802.11a/b/g/n, Bluetooth 5.0 IEEE 802.11b/g/n, Bluetooth 5.0
Bluetooth Profiles Hands-Free Profile (HFP), Headset Profile (HSP), Advanced Audio Distribution Profile (A2DP), Audio/Video Remote Control Profile (AVRCP) -
DISPLAY Samsung Galaxy Watch4 Classic Apple Watch SE (GPS) 2nd generation
Type Super AMOLED - colour Retina LTPO OLED - colour
Resolution 396 x 396 pixels 324 x 394 pixels
Screen Size 1.2" -
Aspect Ratio Full circle -
Pixel Density 330 ppi -
Colour Depth 24-bit (16.7 million colours) -
Screen Protection Corning Gorilla Glass DX (scratch resistant glass) Ion-X glass
Always On Display (AOD) Yes -
INPUT DEVICE Samsung Galaxy Watch4 Classic Apple Watch SE (GPS) 2nd generation
Type Touch sensitive screen, rotating bezel, push buttons Touch sensitive screen
CASE Samsung Galaxy Watch4 Classic Apple Watch SE (GPS) 2nd generation
Case Size 42 mm 40 mm
Case Shape Round Rectangular
Case Back - Sapphire crystal and ceramic back
Case Details Black | Silver Midnight aluminium | Silver aluminium | Starlight aluminium
Crown Type - Digital with haptic feedback
BAND Samsung Galaxy Watch4 Classic Apple Watch SE (GPS) 2nd generation
Band Type Ridge sport band Sport band
Band Size - Regular
Fits Wrist with Circumference - 130-200 mm
Changeable Yes Yes
Clasp Type Buckle Pin-and-tuck
Band Material Fluoroelastomer Fluoroelastomer
Band Colour Black | White Midnight | Starlight
STORAGE Samsung Galaxy Watch4 Classic Apple Watch SE (GPS) 2nd generation
Storage Capacity 16 GB 32 GB
User Memory 7.6 GB -
RAM Samsung Galaxy Watch4 Classic Apple Watch SE (GPS) 2nd generation
RAM Size 1.5 GB -
CPU Samsung Galaxy Watch4 Classic Apple Watch SE (GPS) 2nd generation
Manufacturer Samsung Apple
CPU Type Exynos W920 S8 SiP
Clock Speed 1.18 GHz -
Features - W3 Apple wireless chip
BATTERY Samsung Galaxy Watch4 Classic Apple Watch SE (GPS) 2nd generation
Technology - Lithium Ion
Capacity 247 mAh -
Battery Life 40 hours 18 hours
Rechargeable Battery Yes Yes
Wireless Charging Yes Yes
Wireless Charging Standards WPC, Wireless PowerShare -
MISCELLANEOUS Samsung Galaxy Watch4 Classic Apple Watch SE (GPS) 2nd generation
Included Accessories Wireless charging dock Magnetic charger to USB-C cable (1 m)
Preloaded Software - Apple Pay, GymKit
Compliant Standards MIL-STD 810G, IP68 -
SAR Value 0.538 W/kg (head), 1.131 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 SM-R885F A2722
Warranty 2-year warranty 1-year warranty
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