The newest Apple Watch, one generation, two sizes. The extra is for the screen.
Short answer
Series 12 46 mm - a 416×496 screen. Series 12 42 mm - lighter (32.2 vs 39.5 g) and cheaper.
Key differences
| Spec | Apple Watch Series 12 42mm GPS | Apple Watch Series 12 46mm GPS |
|---|---|---|
| Display | OLED, 374×446 | OLED, 416×496 |
| Chip | Apple S11 | Apple S11 |
| Memory | 64 GB | 64 GB |
| Battery life | up to 24 h | up to 24 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 27 | watchOS 27 |
| Compatibility | iPhone 11 / iPhone SE 2 / iOS 27 | iPhone 11 / iPhone SE 2 / iOS 27 |
| Dimensions, weight | 42×37×9.7 mm, 32.2 g | 46×40×9.7 mm, 39.5 g |
| Price | current prices | current prices |
Specs come from the device pages on Smartphone.ua.
What's the same
Apple S11, 64 GB, up to 24 h, GPS, NFC, SpO2, temperature, Ceramic Shield 2 glass, 50 m and IP6X, 9.7 mm.
Display and case
42×37 mm and 374×446 vs 46×40 mm and 416×496.
How to choose
For a slim wrist and sleep tracking - 42 mm. For workouts and a larger wrist - 46 mm.
Verdict: who should buy which
- Bigger screen - Series 12 46 mm.
- Compactness and price - Series 12 42 mm.
FAQ
What glass is used?
Ceramic Shield 2 on both.
Is battery life the same?
Yes, up to 24 h.
Which is cheaper?
The 42 mm.