Apple Watch Series 11 Battery Life Test – 42mm vs 46mm (Real Results!)

Summary

In this video, the creator tests the battery life of the new Apple Watch Series 11 in both 42mm and 46mm sizes. Under identical conditions, including always-on display and maximum brightness, the 46mm model lasted 40 hours and 15 minutes, while the 42mm version lasted 36 hours and 15 minutes. Both are an improvement over previous Apple models but still fall short compared to Samsung's Galaxy Watch 8, which lasts nearly 46 hours. The video wraps up with a comparison of battery performance and highlights the importance of battery life versus software integration for potential buyers.

Takeaways

• 😀 The Apple Watch Series 11 is being tested in both 42mm and 46mm sizes to compare battery life.
• 😀 Both watches were tested under identical conditions with 100% battery starting at 11:30 PM, always-on display, max brightness, and continuous health tracking.
• 😀 The 46mm version lasts longer than the 42mm, with a total runtime of 40 hours and 15 minutes, compared to the 42mm's 36 hours and 15 minutes.
• 😀 The 46mm Apple Watch lost 6% overnight after 7.5 hours of sleep tracking, while the 42mm lost 10%.
• 😀 After 24 hours, the 46mm had 41% battery left, while the 42mm had only 26%.
• 😀 Both models are tested with heavy usage, including GPS workouts and 30 notifications received throughout the day.
• 😀 Despite higher usage, the 46mm watch lasted longer, while the 42mm needed charging daily.
• 😀 Both watches charge at the same speed, with a full charge taking about 60 minutes and a 30-minute quick charge adding 8% battery.
• 😀 The Galaxy Watch 8 outperforms the Apple Watch Series 11, with the 46mm Galaxy Watch 8 lasting nearly 46 hours.
• 😀 Apple's Series 11 watches offer good battery life improvements but are still behind the Samsung Galaxy Watch 8 in terms of overall runtime.
• 😀 While battery life is important, the Apple Watch Series 11 wins in software integration and faster GPS lock compared to the Galaxy Watch 8.

Q & A

What was the test condition for both Apple Watch Series 11 models?

Both Apple Watch Series 11 models (42mm and 46mm) were tested under identical conditions, with 100% battery starting at 11:30 PM. Always-on display was enabled, the brightness was set to maximum, and all health trackers (heart rate, SP02, sleep tracking) were active throughout. The watches received around 30 notifications, included a 135-minute GPS workout, and were used lightly, below average interaction.

How long did the Apple Watch Series 11 46mm last during the test?

The Apple Watch Series 11 46mm lasted for a total of 40 hours and 15 minutes. After 7.5 hours of sleep tracking, the battery drained by 6%, and it finally died the next day at 3:45 PM.

How did the 42mm version of the Apple Watch Series 11 perform compared to the 46mm version?

The 42mm version of the Apple Watch Series 11 lasted 36 hours and 15 minutes in the test, about 4 hours shorter than the 46mm version, due to its smaller battery size.

What are the battery drain figures for the Apple Watch Series 11 42mm during the test?

After the first night of 7.5 hours of sleep tracking, the 42mm version drained by 10%. After 13 hours of use, the battery was at 71%, and after a 24-hour period including a GPS workout, the battery was at 26%. After the second night’s sleep tracking, the battery was at 13%, and it died at 11:45 AM the following day.

What is Apple’s official battery claim for the Apple Watch Series 11, and how did the test results compare?

Apple officially claims a 24-hour battery life for the Apple Watch Series 11. In the test, both the 42mm and 46mm versions outperformed this claim, with the 46mm lasting about 40 hours and the 42mm lasting 36 hours.

What are the charging times for the Apple Watch Series 11?

Apple Watch Series 11 charges fully in about 60 minutes from 0% to 100%. A 30-minute quick charge provides around 8% battery, which is enough to get through the rest of a typical workday.

How does the Apple Watch Series 11 compare to the Samsung Galaxy Watch 8 in terms of battery life?

The Samsung Galaxy Watch 8, especially the 46mm Classic model, outperforms the Apple Watch Series 11 in battery life, lasting nearly 46 hours in testing, which is significantly longer than the Apple Watch 46mm’s 40 hours and the 42mm’s 36 hours.

Why might someone prefer the Apple Watch Series 11 over the Galaxy Watch 8 despite the shorter battery life?

Despite the shorter battery life, the Apple Watch Series 11 offers better software integration and a faster GPS lock compared to the Galaxy Watch 8. If these features are more important to a user than battery life, they might prefer the Apple Watch.

What is the key takeaway from the Apple Watch Series 11 battery test?

The key takeaway is that the Apple Watch Series 11 (both 42mm and 46mm) provides improved battery life over previous models, lasting up to 40 hours for the 46mm version and 36 hours for the 42mm version, but it still trails behind Samsung’s Galaxy Watch 8 in overall battery performance.

What was the overall conclusion about the Apple Watch Series 11's battery performance?

The Apple Watch Series 11 offers solid battery performance with the 46mm version lasting 40 hours and the 42mm version lasting 36 hours. While the 46mm model’s performance is impressive compared to Apple’s official claim, it still lags behind the Samsung Galaxy Watch 8 in terms of overall battery life.