Apple Watch Series 11 vs. Series 12 Buyer's Guide: 25+ Upgrades Compared
Apple has launched the Apple Watch Series 12, marking a significant generational upgrade over the Series 11 with a new S11 chip and expanded health monitoring capabilities. The new model introduces a ceramic case option for the first time since 2019, alongside improved durability and faster charging speeds. Despite these enhancements, the device retains a similar design language while featuring slightly larger dimensions and a marginally smaller display area compared to its predecessor.
- ▪The Apple Watch Series 12 launches on September 18 at a starting price of $399, replacing the now-discontinued Series 11.
- ▪The new model features an S11 chip with 4GB of RAM, doubling the memory of the Series 11's S10 chip.
- ▪A new Health Sensing System includes a second-generation electrical heart sensor and a fourth-generation always-on optical heart sensor for more frequent data collection.
- ▪The Series 12 introduces a new ceramic case option in Pearl White and Night Blue, which is larger and heavier than the aluminum and titanium models.
- ▪Charging efficiency has improved, with 15 minutes of charging now providing up to 12 hours of normal use compared to 8 hours on the Series 11.
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Apple Watch Series 11 vs. Series 12 Buyer's Guide: 25+ Upgrades ComparedFriday September 11, 2026 12:44 PM PDT by Hartley CharltonThe Apple Watch Series 12 is now available for pre-order, and unlike last year's model, it brings a substantial list of changes over its predecessor. Here's everything that's new. Last year, the Series 11 introduced just four changes over the Series 10, making it perhaps the smallest generational upgrade in the device's history. The Series 12 is a far more meaningful refresh, even though it essentially retains the same design for a third consecutive year. It launches on Friday, September 18, at the same $399 starting price as the Series 11, which Apple has now discontinued.
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