Apple Watch Series 11, Apple Watch SE3 & Apple Watch Ultra 3 Compared

Apple refreshed its smartwatch lineup with three models — Apple Watch Series 11, Apple Watch SE3, and Apple Watch Ultra 3. Each watch comes with unique strengths, different price points, and features suited to varied users. Here’s a clear breakdown to help you decide which Apple Watch is right for you.

Design and Build Quality

The Apple Watch Series 11 comes in aluminium and titanium cases, with finishes like Rose Gold, Silver, Jet Black, and more. It is slim at 9.7 mm and offers two sizes, making it versatile for different wrist sizes.

The Apple Watch SE3 keeps things simpler. It comes only in aluminium with Starlight and Midnight finishes. It is slightly thicker at 10.7 mm and lighter in weight, making it comfortable for daily wear.

The Apple Watch Ultra 3 is the most rugged. Built with Grade 5 titanium, it is designed for outdoor use. At 49 mm, it is bulkier but also more durable, tested against extreme conditions.

Display and Brightness

Apple has boosted brightness across the lineup. The Series 11 offers an Always-On Retina OLED display that reaches up to 2,000 nits.

The SE3 offers a Retina OLED that peaks at 1,000 nits. It is bright enough but less sharp compared to the Series 11.

The Ultra 3 leads with a 3,000-nit display, a flat sapphire crystal, and Night Mode, making it the best for visibility outdoors.

Performance and Chipset

All three watches run on the new S10 chip with a dual-core processor and a 4-core Neural Engine. Each model has 64GB storage and runs watchOS, which brings the same core experience across devices.

Health and Fitness Features

The Series 11 offers advanced health tracking including ECG, blood oxygen, heart rate, temperature, and sleep analysis. It also supports new workout modes and has sensors for depth and water temperature.

The SE3 keeps the basics — heart rate, sleep tracking, cycle tracking, and noise monitoring. It lacks ECG and blood oxygen monitoring, but it still covers most fitness needs.

The Ultra 3 packs the most features. Alongside ECG, blood oxygen, and sleep tracking, it adds diving features, depth sensors, and advanced workout tracking for athletes and adventurers.

Battery Life

The Series 11 promises up to 24 hours on normal use and up to 38 hours in Low Power Mode.

The SE3 lasts up to 18 hours and stretches to 32 hours in Low Power Mode.

The Ultra 3 is built for endurance, with up to 42 hours of normal use and 72 hours in Low Power Mode.

Connectivity and Safety

All models support Wi-Fi, Bluetooth 5.3, and cellular options. They include Emergency SOS, Fall Detection, and Crash Detection. The Ultra 3 adds a siren and extra durability with water resistance up to 100 m.

Which One Fits Best for You in India?

• If your key goal is affordability, Apple Watch SE3 is the strongest pick. It covers most day-to-day health and fitness needs at ₹25,900.
• If you want advanced health sensors without the bulk, Series 11 is ideal at ₹46,900 — more features for not too much more.
• If you are into outdoor sports, diving, or want maximum endurance, Ultra 3 is built for you — priced at ₹89,900.

For most Indian buyers, SE3 delivers the best value. If you want more health features and don’t mind higher cost, then Series 11 is the middle ground. Reserve Ultra 3 for extreme use cases or professional needs.