Apple Watch SE (2nd Generation) Vs Apple Watch SE: Is There Any Difference At All?

Apple Watch SE 2 could easily be mistaken for the original Apple Watch SE, if not for the slightly different colour options.

Apple Watch SE (2nd generation), or Apple Watch SE 2, is now official. The Cupertino tech giant announced its most affordable wearable — and its most affordable new launch — at the ‘Far Out’ event on September 7. Now, at a quick glance, the Apple Watch SE 2 might appear identical to the OG Apple Watch SE. However, a closer look reveals subtle differences that make the Apple Watch SE 2 a slightly better offering from Apple.

Apple Watch SE 2 vs Apple Watch SE: Price in India

The new Apple Watch SE 2 has been launched in a GPS model and a Cellular variant. In the US, Apple Watch SE 2 (GPS) price starts at $249, while the Apple Watch SE 2 (Cellular) price starts at $299. 

In India, the GPS model of the Apple Watch SE 2 starts at Rs 29,900.

In comparison, the first-generation Apple Watch SE was also launched in GPS and Cellular variants. While the GPS model was priced at $279, the Cellular model was launched at $329 — nearly $30 costlier than the newest Apple Watch SE.

In India, the GPS model of Apple Watch SE starts at Rs 29,900 via Flipkart and other e-commerce platforms.

Apple Watch SE 2 vs Apple Watch SE: Sizes

Both the generations of Apple Watch SE come in two display case sizes — 40mm and 44mm.

Apple Watch SE 2 vs Apple Watch SE: Colour options

The first-generation of Apple Watch came in three colour options in terms of the watch body — Silver, Grey, and Gold. Of course, there were ample options of watch bands to choose from, considering both in-house and third-party offerings. 

Apple Watch SE 2, comes in slightly different three colour options — Midnight, Starlight, and Silver.

Apple Watch SE 2 vs Apple Watch SE: Specifications, features

Both the generations of Apple Watch SE come with the same-sized OLED screens, digital crowns, and pebble-shaped aluminium cases. However, the Apple Watch SE 2 is touted to feature redesigned back case made of a nylon composite material, which makes the new wearable a whole lot lighter.

In terms of primary differences, the Apple Watch SE 2 is powered by the S8 SiP advanced dual-core processors — the same as the newly launched Apple Watch Series 8 — which makes it 20 percent faster than the previous generation. Additionally, it will also get some other handy Series 8 features, such as Crash Detection and global roaming.