Smartwatches Head to head
Samsung Galaxy Watch9 vs Apple Watch SE 3
The Samsung Galaxy Watch9 leads on battery life (rated) and ECG app. They are level on water resistance, built-in GPS and cellular version available. At list price the Apple Watch SE 3 is $131 cheaper.
Samsung Galaxy Watch9 44mm Bluetooth
$409.99
Maker's list price, checked Sep 29, 2026
Model SM-L350NZKAXAA
Leads on 2 of 5 specs
Apple Watch SE 3 GPS 44mm
$279
Maker's list price, checked Sep 29, 2026
Model Apple Watch SE 3 (GPS) 44mm Aluminum Case
Leads on 0 of 5 specs
Who leads on specs?
Counted on the 5 specs both makers publish.
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Choose the Samsung Galaxy Watch9 if
Battery life (rated) and ECG app matter more to you than the price difference.
Choose the Apple Watch SE 3 if
You want the lower price and can live without the Samsung Galaxy Watch9's advantages listed above.
Spec by spec
Every spec side by side. A tick and a green cell mark the better figure.
| Spec | Samsung Galaxy Watch9 | Apple Watch SE 3 | Who leads |
|---|---|---|---|
| List price | $409.99 | $279 | Apple Watch SE 3 |
| Battery life (rated) | 40 hr | 18 hr | Samsung Galaxy Watch9 |
| Case weight (no band) | Not listed | 32.9 g | Can’t compare: not listed |
| Water resistance | 50 m | 50 m | Level |
| ECG app | Yes | No | Samsung Galaxy Watch9 |
| Built-in GPS | Yes | Yes | Level |
| Cellular version available | Yes | Yes | Level |
| Case size | 44 mm | 44 mm | For information |
