On September 10, Apple not only released the new iPhone 16 series at the fall conference, but also launched the long-awaited Apple Watch Series 10. Compared with the previous generation Apple Watch Series 9, the new smartwatch has been upgraded and improved in many aspects. Today, we will break down the main differences between Apple Watch Series 10 and Series 9 in detail to see which watch is more suitable for your needs.
Size & Design
- Apple Watch Series 9: Available in 41mm and 45mm case sizes, with a choice of aluminum alloy and stainless steel, and a thickness of 10.7mm.
- Apple Watch Series 10: The new model offers two case sizes of slightly larger 42mm and 46mm, and the material is upgraded to aluminum alloy or titanium, and the thickness is slightly increased to 9.7mm.
Display technology
- Apple Watch Series 9：配备了 LTPO OLED 显示屏，亮度高达 2000 尼特。
- Apple Watch Series 10: Upgraded to LTPO 3 OLED display with wide-angle OLED technology, the same brightness of up to 2000 nits, provides a better visual experience.
Processor performance
- Apple Watch Series 9：内置 S9 芯片，确保了智能手表的高效运作。
- Apple Watch Series 10：搭载了性能更为强劲的 S10 芯片，响应速度更快，支持更多复杂功能。
Health & Motor Function
- Apple Watch Series 9: Support for sleep apnea notifications to help users monitor their respiratory health at night.
- Apple Watch Series 10: New bathymetry (up to 6 meters) and water temperature sensor for health monitoring, providing divers with more accurate underwater environment data. In addition, it also has a sleep apnea notification function.
Battery life and charging
- Apple Watch Series 9 and Series 10: Both watches have up to 18 hours of battery life for worry-free daily use.
- Charging speed comparison:
- Apple Watch Series 9：支持快速充电，45分钟可充至 80%。
- Apple Watch Series 10: Charging speed has been further improved, charging up to 80% in 30 minutes, making it more efficient.
Storage vs. price
- Apple Watch Series 9 and Series 10: Both watches offer 64GB of storage for more apps, music, and photos. Both watches start at $2999 and offer excellent value for money.
The new Apple Watch Series 10 has significant improvements in display technology, processor performance, health monitoring and other aspects, especially for users who like water or diving sports, the new water depth and water temperature detection function is undoubtedly a highlight. For everyday users, the Apple Watch Series 9 is still a cost-effective smartwatch that meets most health monitoring and daily use needs.