what is the difference between the apple watch series 3 and 5?
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The Series 5 has a slightly bigger screen that occupies more space on the watch's face compared to the Series 3, and comes in new size options. While the Series 5 is available in 40mm and 44mm case options, the Series 3 comes in 38mm and 42mm sizes. ... The Series 3 lacks this capability as well.
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The new Apple Watch starts at $399 for a Series 5 with GPS, and $499 with cellular. The new watches go on sale today, September 10, and they become available on September 20. The Series 3 Watch gets a price drop, down to only $199.
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Design and display The biggest physical difference between the Apple Watch 4 and the Apple Watch 3 is the size of the body, as while the Apple Watch 4 comes in a choice of 40mm or 44mm, the Apple Watch 3 is available in a choice of 38mm or 42mm. ... Both watches are also waterproof to depths of 50 meters.
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The Apple Watch Series 3 has a dual-core processor called the S3 under its hood, coupled with a wireless chip called the W2. The GPS only model has 8GB of memory, while the GPS and Cellular model has 16GB of memory, as well as LTE connectivity.
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For most people, the answer to that question is, “Probably not.” The Apple Watch Series 5 is a big upgrade to the Series 4, with the key differences being the new always-on display, compass, and new materials. ... With Apple extending new watchOS features to last year's model, there's even less of an incentive to upgrade.
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The Apple Watch Series 3 is even faster. Thanks to the W2 chip and improved dual processor, the Apple Watch Series 3 is up to 70% faster than the Series 2. This makes apps faster and lasts longer. ... Just like Series 2, Series 3 is completely waterproof so you can use it to swim.
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The Apple Watch Series 2 was a lot faster than the first generation. The Apple Watch Series 3 is even faster. Thanks to the W2 chip and improved dual processor, the Apple Watch Series 3 is up to 70% faster than the Series 2. This makes apps faster and lasts longer.
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Both need iOS 12 or later. Finally, the Apple Watch Series 5 needs an iPhone 6s or later, running iOS 13 or later.
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The red dot indicates the Apple Watch has cellular capabilities. The non-cellular version of the Series 3 does not have the red dot. This is to identify the phone capability. It looks more like a record button than a reminder that a call can be made.
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The Galaxy Watch is compatible with a variety of smartphones, while the Apple Watch is only compatible with iPhones. The Apple Watch Series 3 is compatible with an iPhone 5s or newer that's running iOS 11 or later.
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Apple Watch First Generation is compatible with the iPhone 5 or later, running iOS 8.2 or later. Apple Watch Series 1 and Series 2 are compatible with the iPhone 5 or later, running iOS 10 or later. Apple Watch Series 3 has two models, one with a cellular plan like your phone (LTE) and one without (Non-LTE).
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The smaller of the two Series 5 watch sizes has a height of 40mm; the larger, 44mm. ... The 40mm Apple Watch has a display size of 394x324 pixels The 44mm Apple Watch has a display size of 448x368 pixels Again, this year's small watch has a slightly bigger display than last year's big watch. Let that sink in.
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['Apple Watch Series 3 (38mm, GPS) — $169, was $199.', 'Apple Watch Series 3 (42mm, GPS) — $199, was $229.', 'Apple Watch Series 5 (40mm, GPS, Refurbished) — $344, was $399.', 'Apple Watch Series 5 (40mm, GPS) — $379, was $399.', 'Apple Watch Series 5 (44mm, GPS) — $414, was $429.']
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Unlike traditional watches, which measure case size horizontally, Apple measures the Apple Watch vertically. The smaller of the two Series 5 watch sizes has a height of 40mm; the larger, 44mm. When it comes to width, the smaller Apple Watch is 34mm wide; the larger, 38mm.
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In addition to the display increase, the Apple Watch Series 5 also offers an Always-On Retina display, which is the main differentiating factor between it and the old Series 4. ... A raise of the wrist or a tap on the display will brighten the Series 5 display instead.
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The smaller of the two Series 5 watch sizes has a height of 40mm; the larger, 44mm. ... The 40mm Apple Watch has a display size of 394x324 pixels The 44mm Apple Watch has a display size of 448x368 pixels Again, this year's small watch has a slightly bigger display than last year's big watch.
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There are a few key design differences between the two watches. The Apple Watch Series 4 has a bigger case size than the Apple Watch Series 3, and it also has a bigger screen. The Apple Watch Series 4 has a slightly larger case size than the Apple Watch Series 3. ... Apple Watch Series 4, 40 mm — 759 sq mm display area.