Head to head · 2 watches

Watch Series 4 Aluminum vs Watch 5 Active

Verified specs side by side. The green tick marks the better value on each measurable row.

Comparing 2 watches
Watch Series 4 Aluminum
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Watch 5 Active
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The short verdict

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Watch Series 4 Aluminum
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Watch 5 Active
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Choose the Watch Series 4 Aluminum if
  • Easier one-handed use (1.8" vs 2")
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Choose the Watch 5 Active if
  • Larger screen (2 vs 1.78 in)
  • Cheaper today ($56.69 vs $325)
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At a glance

Key differences

Measured differences only. Ties and tiny gaps are left out.
Why pick theWatch Series 4 Aluminum1 win
−0.2"Easier one-handed use1.8" vs 2"
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Why pick theWatch 5 Active2 wins
+12%Larger screen2 vs 1.78 in
−$268Cheaper today$56.69 vs $325
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Full specs

Side-by-side specifications

Display2 differences
Screen size
1.78"
2"
Resolution
448 x 368
320x385
Body2 differences
Weight
37 g
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Water resistance
50 m (ISO 22810:2010) + IP6X
5 ATM
Launch1 difference
Released
September 23, 2023
July 2024

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