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Apple Watch Series 10 — S10 SiP · 46 mm · Thinner case
Apple

Apple Watch Series 10

S10 SiP · 46 mm · Thinner case

90
/ 100
From $399
VS
Apple Watch Series 10 (Leather Link) Aluminum 45mm — 2024 · Fitness + health
Apple

Apple Watch Series 10 (Leather Link) Aluminum 45mm

2024 · Fitness + health

90
/ 100
From $429
Specdex verdict

Dead heat — it comes down to priorities.

In our weighted Specdex score, Apple Watch Series 10 lands at 90 and Apple Watch Series 10 (Leather Link) Aluminum 45mm at 90. With scores tied, the decision hinges on which sub-scores matter most to you.

Pick Apple Watch Series 10 if…

  • ✓Brightest Series display yet
  • ✓Noticeably thinner
  • ✓Sleep apnea + health suite

Pick Apple Watch Series 10 (Leather Link) Aluminum 45mm if…

  • ✓Multi-day fitness tracking
  • ✓GPS + heart rate
  • ✓Notification mirroring
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Winner by scenario

Derived from the sub-score breakdown · not a separate test

Display

Apple Watch Series 10

Compared on the display sub-score

Apple Watch Series 10 leads on display (94 vs 88).

Health

Apple Watch Series 10

Compared on the health sub-score

Apple Watch Series 10 leads on health (94 vs 88).

Fitness

Tie

Compared on the fitness sub-score

Effectively tied — neither pulls a 2-point weighted lead.

Value for money

Tie

Specdex score per dollar at MSRP

Effectively tied — similar score-per-dollar at MSRP.

Apple Watch Series 10 90
vs
90 Apple Watch Series 10 (Leather Link) Aluminum 45mm

Score breakdown

Apple Watch Series 10
90
battery 70
display 94
fitness 90
health 94
durability 88
Apple Watch Series 10 (Leather Link) Aluminum 45mm
90
battery 72
display 88
fitness 90
health 88
durability 86

Specs side-by-side

Apple Watch Series 10 versus Apple Watch Series 10 (Leather Link) Aluminum 45mm — full spec comparison
Spec Apple Watch Series 10 Apple Watch Series 10 (Leather Link) Aluminum 45mm
Display
46 mm LTPO Wide-angle OLED
—
Battery
18 h (36 h low-power)
—
Water
50 m
—
GPS
L1
—
Release year
—
2024

Apple Watch Series 10

Pros
  • +Brightest Series display yet
  • +Noticeably thinner
  • +Sleep apnea + health suite
Cons
  • −Still 18 h battery
  • −iPhone required
  • −No Ultra-grade GPS

Apple Watch Series 10 (Leather Link) Aluminum 45mm

Pros
  • +Multi-day fitness tracking
  • +GPS + heart rate
  • +Notification mirroring
Cons
  • −Battery life varies dramatically
  • −Companion phone required
  • −Screen-on drains battery

FAQ: Apple Watch Series 10 vs Apple Watch Series 10 (Leather Link) Aluminum 45mm

Which is better, Apple Watch Series 10 or Apple Watch Series 10 (Leather Link) Aluminum 45mm? +

Both score 90 on our weighted rubric — tied. Your best pick depends on the sub-scores above.

Is Apple Watch Series 10 worth the price? +

At $399, Apple Watch Series 10 delivers a Specdex score of 90 — strongest in display.

Is Apple Watch Series 10 (Leather Link) Aluminum 45mm worth the price? +

At $429, Apple Watch Series 10 (Leather Link) Aluminum 45mm delivers a Specdex score of 90 — strongest in fitness.

Does Apple Watch Series 10 or Apple Watch Series 10 (Leather Link) Aluminum 45mm last longer? +

Based on our long-term update and support ratings, both ship with multi-year support. Battery and reliability scores are visible in the breakdown above.

Which is better for display, Apple Watch Series 10 or Apple Watch Series 10 (Leather Link) Aluminum 45mm? +

Apple Watch Series 10 — leads on display (94 vs 88). Compared on the display sub-score.

Which is better for health, Apple Watch Series 10 or Apple Watch Series 10 (Leather Link) Aluminum 45mm? +

Apple Watch Series 10 — leads on health (94 vs 88). Compared on the health sub-score.