Apple Watch SE 3 vs Xiaomi Watch S4
Shoppers weighing the Apple Watch SE 3 against the Xiaomi Watch S4 are looking at two smartwatches within $39.01 of each other, which puts the real decision on which one's feature set actually fits how it'll be worn day to day.
The Apple Watch SE 3 is built around a 1.17" display, 1 day of typical battery life, built-in GPS, 50m water resistance.
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The Xiaomi Watch S4 packs a 1.43" display, 15 days of typical battery life, built-in GPS.
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Specification Comparison
Key Differences
Battery life is a major gap here: the Xiaomi Watch S4 is rated for 15 days against the Apple Watch SE 3's 1, meaning far fewer trips to the charger. The Xiaomi Watch S4 has a visibly larger display (1.43" vs 1.17"), an advantage for reading data on the move.
Pros & Cons
Apple Watch SE 3
Pros
- Built-in GPS
Cons
- Shorter battery life (1 days)
- Smaller 1.17" display
- Costs a bit more
Xiaomi Watch S4
Pros
- Much longer battery life (15 days)
- Larger 1.43" display
- Lower price
- Built-in GPS
Cons
- No significant weakness versus the alternative at this price
Which One Is Right For You?
- Apple Watch SE 3: Best for someone who prefers apple's ecosystem and design.
- Xiaomi Watch S4: A good fit for buyers who wants to charge as infrequently as possible, prefers a larger, easier-to-read display and wants to spend a little less.
Conclusion
The two trade advantages on different fronts rather than one clearly beating the other outright, so the better fit depends on what matters most for daily wear.
Summary
Apple Watch SE 3
Strengths
- Built-in GPS
Weaknesses
- Shorter battery life (1 days)
- Smaller 1.17" display
- Costs a bit more
Xiaomi Watch S4
Strengths
- Much longer battery life (15 days)
- Larger 1.43" display
- Lower price
- Built-in GPS
Weaknesses
- No significant weakness versus the alternative at this price
Weigh the tradeoffs above against actual use: battery life, screen size, and connectivity matter differently depending on how the watch will be worn day to day.