Apple Watch Edition 38mm (1st gen)
The Apple Watch Edition 38mm (1st gen) is a budget-focused device, powered by the Apple S1 (28 nm), built for basic everyday tasks (2014).
2014 · Lower-mid-range · watchOS 1.0ⓘ Note: Scores are automatically calculated using available specifications and may not always perfectly reflect real-world performance or user experience.
✓︎ Pros
✓512GB of RAM — plenty for heavy multitasking and keeping many apps open
✓1.5" OLED/AMOLED display with deep blacks and vibrant colours
✓Lightweight at 55g — easy to carry
⊗ Cons
✗Smaller 205 mAh battery — may need midday charging
✗Basic Apple S1 (28 nm) for simple tasks only
✗No headphone jack — requires wireless or USB-C audio
⚠️ Not ideal for
Heavy usage daysGamingMultitasking
⚙️ Performance
Chipset
Apple S1 (28 nm)
Entry-level — basic tasks only
OS
watchOS 1.0, upgradable to watchOS 4.3.2
RAM
512MB
Heavy multitasking without slowdowns
💻 Display
Sharpness
290 ppi
Adequate sharpness for daily use
Panel
Retina OLED, 450 nits (peak)
OLED: perfect blacks, vivid colours, power-efficient
