Head to head · 2 watches

Watch Series 3 vs Watch Series 4 Aluminum

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

Comparing 2 watches
Watch Series 3
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Watch Series 4 Aluminum
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The short verdict

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Watch Series 3
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Watch Series 4 Aluminum
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Choose the Watch Series 3 if
  • Fitness beginners who want a simple, proven watch
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Choose the Watch Series 4 Aluminum if
  • Larger screen (1.78 vs 1.65 in)
  • Lighter in the hand (37 vs 53 g)
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At a glance

Key differences

Measured differences only. Ties and tiny gaps are left out.
Why pick theWatch Series 32 wins
−0.1"Easier one-handed use1.7" vs 1.8"
−$174Cheaper today$151 vs $325
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Why pick theWatch Series 4 Aluminum2 wins
+8%Larger screen1.78 vs 1.65 in
−16 gLighter in the hand37 vs 53 g
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Full specs

Side-by-side specifications

Display5 differences
Screen size
1.65"
1.78"
Panel
AMOLED capacitive touchscreen
LTPO AMOLED capacitive touchscreen
Display type
OLED
LTPO AMOLED
Resolution
390 x 312
448 x 368
Pixel density
303 ppi
326 ppi
Connectivity1 difference
Bluetooth
Bluetooth 4.2
Bluetooth 5.0
Body1 difference
Weight
53 g
37 g

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