Watch · Apple Silicon · 2025
Apple Watch SE (3rd generation)
The third-generation SE keeps Apple’s entry watch fresh for kids, first-time buyers and anyone who wants the basics without the flagship price.
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Apple Watch SE (3rd generation): key facts
When was the Apple Watch SE (3rd generation) released?
The Apple Watch SE (3rd generation) arrived on September 19, 2025.
How much did the Apple Watch SE (3rd generation) cost?
The Apple Watch SE (3rd generation) launched at $249 in 2025, about $251 in today’s money (approximate, US CPI).
What specs stand out?
Key specs: Apple S10 SiP at 1.80 GHz, 1 GB RAM, 64 GB storage, Retina LTPO OLED display.
Why does the Apple Watch SE (3rd generation) matter?
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Full specifications
| CPU | Apple S10 SiP · 1.80 GHz |
|---|---|
| Cores | 2 |
| Memory (RAM) | 1 GB |
| Storage | 64 GB |
| Display | Retina LTPO OLED |
| GPU | Integrated |
| Ports | Magnetic charging |
| Weight | Varies |
| Dimensions | 40 mm or 44 mm case |
| Operating system | watchOS |
| Released | September 19, 2025 |
| Discontinued | — |
| Launch price | $249 |
How the Apple Watch SE (3rd generation) compares to today
A 16 GB Apple Silicon MacBook Pro has about 16× more memory than this device shipped with.
At 1.80 GHz, the clock is roughly 1.8× slower than a single performance core of a 16 GB Apple Silicon MacBook Pro, and that is before counting cores, width and IPC.
This held about 16,400 modern phone photos, a respectable library even today.
Launched at $249 in 2025, about $251 in today’s money (approx., US CPI).
Method note: clock comparisons use frequency only; price conversions use US CPI.
Sources
Specs checked against Apple Watch SE 3 technical specifications, Apple technical specifications archive, EveryMac, Mactracker, Wikimedia Commons image credits.
Did you know?
The SE line quietly became one of Apple’s most important family-sharing products.
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Last updated: 2026-08-11