Let's dive into the world of smartwatches, where Apple offers two intriguing choices: the Apple Watch Series 9, a balanced and more affordable option for those focusing on health and sports features, and the Apple Watch SE, the budget-friendly model for those seeking a no-frills, straightforward smartwatch experience. But, it faces competition from contenders like the recent Xiaomi Redmi Watch 4. Let's compare Apple and Xiaomi's options, delving into their features, differences, and prices.
Features of Apple Watch SE and Xiaomi Redmi Watch 4:
Display: The Xiaomi Redmi Watch 4 comes with a single size featuring a 1.97-inch AMOLED screen with a 60Hz refresh rate and brightness up to 600 nits. In contrast, the Apple Watch SE offers two versions: 40mm (1.57-inch LTPO Retina OLED) and 44mm (1.78-inch LTPO Retina OLED), both boasting a brightness of 1,000 nits.
Chip: Apple integrates the S8 chip into its watch, while Xiaomi doesn't provide specific details about its chip.
RAM and Storage: Apple Watch features 1GB of RAM and 32GB of internal storage, while Xiaomi doesn't disclose these details.
Connectivity: Apple's smartwatch includes WiFi, Bluetooth 5.3, GPS, NFC, and a Cellular version with LTE/4G. Xiaomi's counterpart features Bluetooth 5.3 and GPS.
Sensors: Apple Watch SE includes an accelerometer, gyroscope, 2nd gen heart rate sensor, barometer, always-on altimeter, and compass. Xiaomi Redmi Watch 4 features a heart rate sensor with blood oxygen monitoring, accelerometer, gyroscope, ambient light sensor, and electronic compass.
Battery: Xiaomi promises up to 20 days of normal use, while Apple suggests around 18 hours with a mix of daily life and physical activity.
Voice Assistant: Apple Watch offers Siri, while the Xiaomi Redmi Watch 4 does not have a voice assistant.
Operating System: Apple Watch runs on watchOS, but Xiaomi doesn't specify its operating system.
Compatibility: Apple Watch is limited to use with iPhone 8 or later and iOS 16, while Xiaomi Redmi Watch 4 works with Android 8.0 and iOS 12.0 onwards.
Price: The Apple Watch SE 2nd generation starts from 279 euros, and the Xiaomi Redmi Watch 4 is priced at 99.99 euros.