Apple Watch SE 2
The Apple Watch SE 2 is a capable mid-range device, powered by the Apple S8 that comfortably covers most everyday use cases (2022).
2022 · Mid-range · watchOS 9.0ⓘ Grades compare this device against others in its own market segment (Mid-range), not against every device on the site.
⚡ Quick Specs
Size1.78" · 44 x 38 x 10.7 mm (1.73 x 1.50 x 0.42 in)
ChipsetApple S8
RAM1GB
Storage32GB
⚖️ Compare With
✓︎ Pros
✓Smooth Apple S8 for daily use and light gaming
✓1.78" OLED/AMOLED display with deep blacks and vibrant colours
✓Lightweight at 33g — easy to carry
✓5G capable for fast cellular data
⊗ Cons
✗Smaller 296 mAh battery — may need midday charging
✗Only 1GB RAM — apps may reload frequently
✗No headphone jack — requires wireless or USB-C audio
⚠️ Not ideal for
Heavy usage daysMultitasking
ℹ️ Overview
Also Known As
Also known as Apple Watch SE (2nd Gen.)GPS + Cellular versions: A2725 40mm, A2724 44mm (International); A2726 40mm, A2727 44mm (USA, LATAM, Canada); A2855 40mm, A2856 44mm (China, Hong Kong)GPS versions: A2722 40mm, A2723 44mm
⚙️ Performance
Chipset
Apple S8
Upper-mid performance — fast and capable
OS
watchOS 9.0, upgradable to watchOS 26.5
RAM
1GB
Apps may reload frequently
💻 Display
Sharpness
326 ppi
Adequate sharpness for daily use
Panel
Retina LTPO OLED, 1000 nits (peak)
OLED: perfect blacks, vivid colours, power-efficient
🔋 Battery
Capacity
296 mAh
May need midday charging with heavy use
📱 Design & Build
Weight
33g
Very light — comfortable for long use
Dimensions
44 x 38 x 10.7 mm (1.73 x 1.50 x 0.42 in)
Build
Glass front, plastic/sapphire crystal back, aluminum frame
Colors
Midnight, Starlight, Silver
Sensors
Accelerometer, gyro, heart rate (2nd gen), barometer, always-on altimeter, compass
📶 Network
2G Bands
GSM 850 / 900 / 1800 / 1900
3G Bands
HSDPA 850 / 900 / 1700(AWS) / 1900 / 2100 - International, China, HK
📡 Connectivity
GPS
GPS, GLONASS, GALILEO, QZSS
❓ Frequently Asked Questions
No, the Apple Watch SE 2 does not support 5G — it supports GSM / HSPA / LTE.
Yes, the Apple Watch SE 2 supports eSIM.
Yes, the Apple Watch SE 2 has NFC for contactless payments and pairing.
Yes, the Apple Watch SE 2 supports wireless charging (Wireless).
No reverse wireless charging mentioned for the Apple Watch SE 2.
Charging details: Wireless.
No, the Apple Watch SE 2 does not support a memory card.
The Apple Watch SE 2 SIM configuration: eSIM.
No, the Apple Watch SE 2 does not have a 3.5mm headphone jack.
Speaker setup: Yes.
The Apple Watch SE 2 uses No.
The Apple Watch SE 2 supports Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n.
The Apple Watch SE 2 has 5.3, A2DP, LE.
