Apple Watch Series 9 vs Google Pixel Watch 3
Verdict
Our overall take, at a glance
Key takeaways
- Apple Watch Series 9 leads Google Pixel Watch 3 overall by 9 points (73 vs 64 out of 100).
- Apple Watch Series 9 stands out on Display Type: LTPO OLED, Display Size: 1.69 in, Display Screen-to-body ratio: 60.5%.
- Best value: Google Pixel Watch 3 (from $349) — the strongest score-per-dollar of the two.
Apple Watch Series 9 leads overall
$399 at launch
Apple Watch Series 9
73
Google Pixel Watch 3
64
Best value: Google Pixel Watch 3 ($349)
Why it stands out
- Display Type: LTPO OLED
- Display Size: 1.69 in
- Display Screen-to-body ratio: 60.5%
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Apple Watch Series 9
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Google Pixel Watch 3
The Google Pixel Watch 3 is a Wear OS 6 smartwatch available in 41mm and 45mm sizes. Powered by the Qualcomm SW5100 system-on-chip with 2 GB of SDRAM, this wearable is designed to deliver a highly integrated health and notification experience. It features an upgraded screen that reaches up to 2000 nits of brightness and introduces advanced automatic emergency detection software.
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Pros
- Improved display design with reduced bezels, providing up to 40% more screen space on the 45mm model compared to previous versions
- High outdoor visibility with a screen brightness cap of 2000 nits
- FDA-approved Loss of Pulse Detection feature that automatically contacts emergency responders if a stopped heartbeat is identified
Cons
- Significantly smaller battery capacity on the 41mm variant (307 mAh) compared to the 45mm variant (420 mAh)
Value for Money
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Apple Watch Series 9
Google Pixel Watch 3
Physical Comparison
Weigh them up, then compare real dimensions in 3D
Apple Watch Series 9Google Pixel Watch 3
Google Pixel Watch 3 is 5 g (16%) heavier than Apple Watch Series 9.
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Detailed Specifications
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