Apple Watch Series 8 vs Apple Watch Series 9
Side-by-side specs and price comparison for buyers in Algeria.
Apple Watch Series 8
Apple Watch Series 9
Quick Verdict
Who wins each category, side by side.
Better price
Apple Watch Series 9
Faster chip
Even
Bigger battery
Even
Faster charging
Even
Higher-resolution camera
Even
Better display
Even
Lighter body
Even
Best value for money
Even
Full specs comparison
Display
| Spec | Apple Watch Series 8 | Apple Watch Series 9 |
|---|---|---|
| Size (inches) | 1.9 | 1.9 |
| Panel Type | OLED | OLED |
| Resolution Height | 396 | 396 |
| Resolution Width | 484 | 484 |
| Peak Brightness | 1000 | 2000 |
| PPI | 326 | 326 |
| Glass Type | Sapphire crystal glass | Sapphire crystal glass |
Platform
| Spec | Apple Watch Series 8 | Apple Watch Series 9 |
|---|---|---|
| CPU | Dual-core | Dual-core |
| GPU | PowerVR | PowerVR |
| Chipset Name | Apple S8 | Apple S9 |
Memory
| Spec | Apple Watch Series 8 | Apple Watch Series 9 |
|---|---|---|
| Card Slot | No | No |
| Variants | 32GB 1GB RAM | 64GB |
Battery
| Spec | Apple Watch Series 8 | Apple Watch Series 9 |
|---|---|---|
| Capacity (mAh) | 308 | 308 |
| Chemistry | Li-Ion | Li-Ion |
Body
| Spec | Apple Watch Series 8 | Apple Watch Series 9 |
|---|---|---|
| Build | Glass front, ceramic/sapphire crystal back, stainless steel frame | Glass front, ceramic/sapphire crystal back, stainless steel frame |
| SIM | eSIM | eSIM |
| Height (mm) | 45 | 45 |
| Thickness (mm) | 10.7 | 10.7 |
| Weight (g) | 42.3 | 42.3 |
| Width (mm) | 38 | 38 |
Launch
| Spec | Apple Watch Series 8 | Apple Watch Series 9 |
|---|---|---|
| Announced | 2022, September 07 | 2023, September 12 |
| Status | Available. Released 2022, September 16 | Available. Released 2023, September 22 |
Network
| Spec | Apple Watch Series 8 | Apple Watch Series 9 |
|---|---|---|
| 2G Bands | GSM 850, 900, 1800, 1900 | GSM 850, 900, 1800, 1900 |
| 3G Bands | HSDPA 850, 900, 1700(AWS), 1900, 2100 - International, China, HK | HSDPA 850, 900, 1700(AWS), 1900, 2100 - International, China, HK |
| 4G Bands | 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 18, 19, 20, 25, 26, 28, 39, 40, 41, 66 - International, China, HK | 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 18, 19, 20, 25, 26, 28, 39, 40, 41, 66 - International, China, HK |
| Speed | HSPA, LTE | HSPA, LTE |
| Technology | GSM, HSPA, LTE | GSM, HSPA, LTE |
Connectivity
| Spec | Apple Watch Series 8 | Apple Watch Series 9 |
|---|---|---|
| Bluetooth | 5.3 | 5.3 |
| NFC | Yes | Yes |
| Positioning | GPS, GLONASS, GALILEO, QZSS, BDS | GPS, GLONASS, GALILEO, QZSS, BDS |
| Radio | No | No |
| Wi-Fi | Wi-Fi 4 | Wi-Fi 4 |
Sound
| Spec | Apple Watch Series 8 | Apple Watch Series 9 |
|---|---|---|
| 3.5mm Jack | No | No |
| Loudspeaker | Yes | Yes |
Features
| Spec | Apple Watch Series 8 | Apple Watch Series 9 |
|---|---|---|
| Sensors | Accelerometer, gyro, heart rate, barometer, always-on altimeter, compass, SpO2, VO2max, temperature (body) | Accelerometer, gyro, heart rate, barometer, always-on altimeter, compass, SpO2, VO2max, temperature (body) |
Buying advice for Algeria
Both Apple Watch Series 8 and Apple Watch Series 9 are sold in Algeria, but they fit different priorities.
Apple Watch Series 9 is 14% cheaper at 71,760 DZD versus 83,760 DZD for the Apple Watch Series 8, leaving room for accessories or a longer screen-protection plan.
Above 60,000 DZD, prioritise screen quality, fast charging, and a clear software-update commitment.
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