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Apple Watch Series 9

—/100
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Understanding the 100-point index

The index converts the published five-point rating using a fixed scale. It preserves order and ties; it is neither a new performance measurement nor a quality percentage.

85–100Excellent
70–84Very strong
55–69Good
40–54Notable trade-offs
0–39Limited

For example: 3.0/5 → 36; 4.0/5 → 64; 4.5/5 → 81; 5.0/5 → 100.

Index = 100 × (rating out of 5 ÷ 5)², rounded to the nearest integer.

Equal original ratings keep an equal index. Adding models does not change the scale.

Comparison guidelines

0 points: equal index. 1–7: small gap. 8–14: visible advantage. 15 or more: large gap. These are editorial guidelines, not statistical significance thresholds.

Indices derived from external reviews retain their original rating and source. Methods and dates may differ, so these comparisons do not declare an automatic winner.

Apple’s 2023 watch family for iPhone, in 41 mm or 45 mm cases with GPS or GPS + Cellular. The S9 chip supports the double tap gesture, while the always-on display reaches up to 2000 nits. Cellular service requires a compatible plan.

High-endReleased 2023
Understanding price segments

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SPECIFICATIONS
Battery life
Up to 18 hours of normal use or 36 hours in Low Power Mode. Manufacturer claims; battery life varies with settings and use.
Display
Always-on Retina LTPO OLED; up to 2000 nits brightness
GPS
Built-in L1 GPS, GNSS, Galileo and BeiDou
Compatibility
At launch: iPhone XS or later with iOS 17 or later; installed watchOS may require a newer iPhone or iOS
Water resistance
50 m water resistance; shallow-water swimming, not scuba diving

Manufacturer specifications →

Strengths

  • Always-on display and double tap gesture
  • Built-in GPS and fast charging

Weaknesses

  • Not compatible with Android
  • Daily charging may be needed; cellular service requires a compatible plan
WHO SHOULD SKIP IT

Skip it if you use Android or need several days between charges. Check iPhone compatibility with the installed watchOS version.

THE VERDICT

Who is it for?

Apple’s 2023 watch family for iPhone, in 41 mm or 45 mm cases with GPS or GPS + Cellular. The S9 chip supports the double tap gesture, while the always-on display reaches up to 2000 nits. Cellular service requires a compatible plan.

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