Apple Watch Sequence 8 vs 7 and earlier

The 2022 Apple Watch lineup is right here with three new wearables. Whereas a lot stays the identical between Sequence 8 and former fashions, there are some variations value contemplating. Learn on for Apple Watch Sequence 8 vs 7 and earlier plus what Apple Watch Extremely brings to the desk.

For Apple Watch Extremely vs Sequence 8 and extra, take a look at our full comparability on that:

Apple Watch Sequence 8 vs 7 and earlier

Processor, storage, extra

In 2021, Apple used the identical 64-bit dual-core processor within the Sequence 7 that launched within the Sequence 6, however with the up to date S7 title.

This yr, the Sequence 8 (and Extremely) include the S8 SiP 64-bit dual-core processor. However even with the numerical bump in title, it seems to be the identical because the S7 and S6 performance-wise – Apple didn’t share any claims of efficiency developments throughout its announcement or on its web site.

Whilst you shouldn’t count on a perceptible pace bump from Sequence 6 or 7 to eight (or Extremely), in case you’re coming from an earlier Apple Watch mannequin you need to positively discover a quicker, extra responsive watch.

Apple does specify that the S8 is 20% quicker than the S5 chip.

One other profit, in case you’re coming from a Sequence 3 or 4 to Sequence 8, Extremely, or SE gen 2, is a soar in storage to 32GB.

	Sequence 8	7	6	SE 2	SE 1
SiP/Processor	S8 SiP 64-bit dual-core processor	S7 SiP 64-bit dual-core processor	S6 SiP 64-bit dual-core processor	S8 SiP 64-bit dual-core processor	S5 SiP 64-bit dual-core processor
U1 (extremely wideband)	✅	✅	✅	❌	❌
Bluetooth	5.3	5.0	5.0	5.3	5.0
Storage	32GB	32GB	32GB	32GB	32GB

Another distinction between Apple Watch Sequence 8/7/6 and SE 2nd gen is the latter doesn’t include the U1 extremely wideband chip.

Case and show

Apple Watch Sequence 8 retains on with the identical sizes that launched with Apple Watch Sequence 7. That’s 45 and 41mm circumstances and a bigger show that’s 20% greater than Sequence 4-6/SE and 50% bigger than the Sequence 3.

Apple Watch Extremely comes with the largest case and show but from Apple with 49mm for the previous and a 410 x 502 decision show that provides 1164 sq mm. Apple says it’s 27% greater than the show on Sequence 4-6/SE.

	Sequence 8	7	6	SE 2	SE 1
Case dimension	45/41mm	45/41mm	44/40mm	44/40mm	44/40mm
Show dimension	396 x 484 pixels, 1143 sq mm (45mm mannequin)	396 x 484 pixels, 1143 sq mm (45mm mannequin)	368 x 448 pixels, 977 sq mm (44mm mannequin)	368 x 448 pixels, 977 sq mm (44mm mannequin)	368 x 448 pixels, 977 sq mm (44mm mannequin)
Brightness	1,000 nits	1,000 nits	1,000 nits	1,000 nits	1,0000 nits
At all times-on show	✅	✅	✅	❌	❌
Sapphire crystal entrance	Sure with metal fashions, no with aluminum	Sure with metal fashions, no with aluminum	Sure with metal fashions, no with aluminum	❌	❌

Apple Watch SE 2nd gen options the identical 44 or 40mm case choices and the identical show dimension as the first gen/Sequence 6 and earlier.

Apple Watch band compatibility

For bands, loops, and bracelets, Apple says these designed for 38/40/41 and 42/44/45mm Apple Watches will work with Apple Watch Sequence 8, SE 2, Extremely, and vice versa.

Battery life and charging

Notably, a brand new Low Energy mode involves Apple Watch Sequence 4 and later with watchOS 9. This may double the battery of these fashions from 18 to 36 hours. Nevertheless, you do lose some performance for that effectivity.

First launched with Apple Watch 7 and continued with Apple Watch Sequence 8 and Extremely is 33% quicker charging than Sequence 6 and earlier. Which means going from 0-80% in 45 as a substitute of round 60 minutes for the opposite fashions.

	Sequence 8	7	6	SE 2	SE 1
Battery life – commonplace	18 hours	18 hours	18 hours	18 hours	18 hours
Prolonged battery with Low Energy mode	36 hours	36 hours	36 hours	36 hours	36 hours
Charging	0-80% in 45 minutes	0-80% in 45 minutes	0-80% in 45 minutes	0-80% in 60 minutes	0-80% in 60 minutes

A significant change with Apple Watch Extremely is the largest battery but within the lineup. That’s 36 hours of normal battery life and as much as 60 hours of prolonged use with Low Energy mode (particular Extremely Low Energy mode coming quickly).

In the event you’re inquisitive about utilizing Apple Watch Sequence 8 or 7 for sleep monitoring, you additionally get 8 hours value of use from an 8-minute cost (Extremely too).

Apple Watch Sequence 8 vs 7 and extra – Key options

New with Apple Watch Sequence 8 is a temperature sensor that permits superior cycle monitoring and new {hardware} to detect automobile crashes.

In a help doc Apple says anybody can use the temperature sensor to trace the metric (exterior of utilizing superior cycle monitoring) through the use of Apple Watch sleep monitoring however some have been having bother getting the info to indicate up.

Listed below are the core options you’re getting with Apple Watch Sequence 8, 7, SE 2, and extra:

Apple Watch mannequin/options	Sequence 8	7	6	SE 2	SE 1
ECG app	✅	✅	✅	❌	❌
Blood Oxygen app	✅	✅	✅	❌	❌
Excessive/low coronary heart price notifications	✅	✅	✅	✅	✅
New Compass app w/ waypoints + backtrack	✅	✅	✅	✅	✅
IP6X mud resistant	✅	✅	❌	❌	❌
Water-proof to 50m	✅	✅	✅	✅	✅
Sleep monitoring	✅	✅	✅	✅	✅
Crash detection	✅	❌	❌	✅	❌
Fall detection	✅	✅	✅	✅	✅
Superior cycle monitoring with temp sensing	✅	❌	❌	❌	❌
Cycle monitoring with out temp sensing	✅	✅	✅	✅	✅
Emergency SOS	✅	✅	✅	✅	✅

Value

• Sequence 8 begins from $399/$429 and up (Apple, Amazon, extra)
• Sequence 7 goes often sells at a reduction (Amazon, Greatest Purchase, extra) Apple has stopped promoting Sequence 7
• Apple Watch SE 2nd gen goes from $249 (Apple, Amazon, extra)

Apple Watch Sequence 8 vs 7 and earlier wrap-up

Apple Watch Sequence 8 may really feel like Sequence 7S for many individuals with solely two predominant modifications – the temperature sensor with superior cycle monitoring and crash detection. However in case you’re pondering of upgrading from Sequence 3, 4, or SE, you get a bigger show, always-on display screen, quicker charging, and all the newest and biggest well being options.

What do you concentrate on the brand new Apple Watch lineup? Did you get one or are you passing? Share your ideas within the feedback!

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