A rare case: the bigger version costs less right now. Is there any reason to get the 42 mm?
Short answer
Series 10 46 mm - a bigger 416×496 screen and a lower price. Series 10 42 mm - more compact and lighter (30 vs 36.4 g) for a slim wrist.
Key differences
| Spec | Apple Watch Series 10 42mm GPS | Apple Watch Series 10 46mm GPS |
|---|---|---|
| Display | OLED, 374×446 | OLED, 416×496 |
| Chip | Apple S10 | Apple S10 |
| Memory | 64 GB | 64 GB |
| Battery life | up to 18 h | up to 18 h |
| Connectivity | Bluetooth, Wi-Fi | Bluetooth, Wi-Fi |
| Navigation | GPS, GLONASS, Galileo, QZSS, BeiDou (L1) | GPS, GLONASS, Galileo, QZSS, BeiDou (L1) |
| NFC | yes | yes |
| Sensors | heart rate, SpO2, barometer, compass, gyroscope, temperature | heart rate, SpO2, barometer, compass, gyroscope, temperature |
| Protection | 50 m / IP6X | 50 m / IP6X |
| OS | watchOS 11 | watchOS 11 |
| Compatibility | iPhone XS / iOS 18 | iPhone XS / iOS 18 |
| Dimensions, weight | 42×36×9.7 mm, 30 g | 46×39×9.7 mm, 36.4 g |
| Price | current prices | current prices |
Specs come from the device pages on Smartphone.ua.
What's the same
Apple S10, 64 GB, up to 18 h, GPS, NFC, SpO2, temperature, 50 m and IP6X, 9.7 mm thick.
Display and case
42×36 mm and 374×446 vs 46×39 mm and 416×496.
Price
In my view, the 46 mm for less money is the obvious choice if it isn't too big for your wrist.
Verdict: who should buy which
- A bigger screen for less - Series 10 46 mm.
- Slim wrist - Series 10 42 mm.
FAQ
Is battery life the same?
Yes, up to 18 h.
How thick are they?
9.7 mm each.
Which is cheaper?
The 46 mm.