Ultra watches like the Apple Watch Ultra 2 and Galaxy Watch Ultra are popular due to their extended battery life compared to regular versions. Unfortunately, there is no Ultra variant for Pixel Watch enthusiasts.
While I favored the Apple Watch Series 10 over the Apple Watch Ultra 2, its battery life was a drawback. It falls short of the Ultra 2 and often requires frequent charging.
Curious about how the Apple Watch Series 10 stacks up against its competitors, the Samsung Galaxy Watch 7 and Google Pixel Watch 3, I conducted a battery life comparison to find surprising results.
The specs comparison
Comparing the key specs of the Apple Watch Series 10, Google Pixel Watch 3, and Samsung Galaxy Watch 7, they offer similar features at varying price points:
| Specification | Apple Watch Series 10 | Google Pixel Watch 3 | Samsung Galaxy Watch 7 |
How I tested these smartwatches
Conducting rigorous tests on the battery life of the three smartwatches over a span of two weeks revealed interesting data points:
How does the battery life compare?
After intensive usage and tracking, the Pixel Watch 3 emerged as the winner with a remarkable battery life of 52 hours and 30 minutes, surpassing both the Apple Watch Series 10 and the Galaxy Watch 7.
Battery life used during sleep tracking
Exploring battery usage during sleep tracking revealed that all three watches consumed moderate battery percentages, with the Pixel Watch 3 using slightly more.
What about charging times?
The Apple Watch Series 10 offers lightning-fast charging times, reaching 64% in just 30 minutes, surpassing its competitors in this aspect.
A quick (or not-so-quick) burst charge
If you’re in a rush, the Apple Watch Series 10 shines with a quick burst charge lasting around 12 hours, surpassing the Pixel Watch 3 and Galaxy Watch 7 in this scenario.
Fact-checking advertised charging claims
Advertised charging claims were tested, with the Apple Watch Series 10 achieving a 65% charge in 30 minutes, surpassing expectations. The Pixel Watch 3 also exceeded its advertised charging speeds.
Which smartwatch wins?
Despite the Apple Watch Series 10’s fast charging, the Pixel Watch 3 emerged as the winner with the best battery life and fast charging capabilities, making it the overall winner in this battery showdown.
