The latter is newer and packs better hardware, but is it worth the extra money?
Let’s find out.
Design and Build
Apple Watches generally look the same.
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However, the differences become apparent when you factor in the size and the build quality.
Both watches, however, are water-resistant up to 50 meters.
The Apple Watch Series 9, with its larger case sizes, houses slightly bigger screens than the SE.
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Besides a bigger screen, the Apple Watch Series 9 has a significantly brighter display.
Not only that, but it can go down as low as one nit when it’s dark.
Even though both watches use anLTPO OLED display, the one on the Series 9 supports the always-on feature.
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As such, you might quickly check the time without raising your wrist.
Fortunately, you canuse a similar double-tap gesture on any Apple Watch, including the SE.
While it’s good to have these features, not everyone needs them.
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The Apple Watch SE has all the essentials you’ll need.
However, your mileage with the Series 9 may vary depending on how often you use its always-on display.
One area where Series 9 gets the upper hand over the SE is fast charging.
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In comparison, the same would take about two and a half hours on the SE.
These stainless steel models come with cellular connectivity as standard.
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