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Apple
Apple Watch Series 9 45mm
- Always-On Retina LTPO OLED
- Apple S9 SiP
- 39 g
Available colors
Selected: Midnight
Physical specifications
39 g
Case weight
45.0 mm
Case height
38.0 mm
Case width
10.7 mm
Case thickness
Release and pricing
- Announced
- September 12, 2023
- Released
- September 22, 2023
Display
- Display technology
- Always-On Retina LTPO OLED
- Peak brightness
- 2000 nits
- Protection
- Ion-X glass (aluminum) / Sapphire (stainless steel)
Performance
- Chipset
- Apple S9 SiP
- Storage
- 64 GB
- Expandable storage
- No
Battery & charging
- Charging standard
- Apple Watch Magnetic Fast Charger
- Battery type
- Built-in rechargeable lithium-ion
Build & durability
- Frame
- Aluminum or stainless steel
- Front
- Ion-X glass or sapphire crystal
- Ingress protection
- Water resistance 50m; IP6X dust resistance
Connectivity
- Cellular
- LTE (GPS + Cellular models)
- Wi‑Fi
- Wi‑Fi 4 (802.11n)
- Bluetooth
- Bluetooth 5.3
- NFC
- Yes
Sizometry Analysis
Everyday usability
Estimated from the watch’s size, weight, battery, display, and intended wearing conditions.
Wrist comfort
Moderately noticeableYou will notice its presence on the wrist, though it should stay manageable for daily use.
Sleep comfort
AcceptableOvernight wear should be acceptable for many users, though light sleepers may notice the case.
Battery usability
Data unavailableAvailable battery information is insufficient for a reliable daily-use assessment.
Screen and controls
ExcellentThe large, bright display is easy to read at a glance, with touch input for everyday controls.
Workout usability
ExcellentIts low weight, water resistance, and GPS support make it well suited to running and gym sessions.
Models and configurations
- Storage
- 64 GB
- Connectivity
- LTE (GPS + Cellular models)
- Colors
- MidnightStarlightSilverPink(PRODUCT)REDGoldGraphite