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Apple Watch Series 5 GPS Cellular 44mm Review | 126 Data compared

Avg. price:~£130Screen size:1.78 inchBattery life:0.88 daysDisplay type:OLED

Apple Watch Series 5 GPS Cellular 44mm Review: Compare 126 technical specifications and 18 expert and video reviews to see how this product ranks in the Smartwatches category and whether it is worth buying.

7.7

Overall score

Score
7.7/ 10
✕
What it is
An overall evaluation of the smartwatch's quality, based on technical analyses and user reviews.
When it matters
When you need a quick reference to identify the best smartwatches on the market.
Score distribution
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<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–² Better than 80% of models
Score components

70%

7.5

Technical score

30%

8.2

Review score ( 10 · 8)

Review score 30% · 8.2 · based on 18 independent reviews
Every model in this category gets the same split: reviews 30%, technical score 70%. This model has enough reviews, so its review score is the weighted average of their grades. 14 more reviews are not scored yet.
â–²Better than 80% of smartwatches
7.5

Technical score

Technical score
7.5/ 10
✕
What it is
An assessment of the smartwatchx27s technical performance, covering seven key areas: health, fitness, display & design, hardware, battery, smart features and connectivity.
When it matters
When you want to compare smartwatches based on technical performance and available features.
Score distribution
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<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–² Better than 77% of models
Score components

24%

6.0

Health

21%

9.9

Fitness

16%

4.2

Battery

14%

8.6

Smart features

12%

8.8

Connectivity

9%

8.5

Display & Design

4%

7.2

Hardware

â–²Better than 77% of smartwatches
8.2

Review score

Review score
8.2/ 10
✕
What it is
Average grade from independent test sites, magazines and video reviewers, 1–10.
How we count it
Grades: Each review's own score is converted to 1–10; without one, we grade the review ourselves.
Weighting: Big test sites count more, short reviews half as much as full tests. A video review counts half.
Share: Reviews are 30% of the overall score for every model in this category; each of the 5 needed reviews that is missing counts as 7/10.
Score distribution
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<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–² Better than 79% of models
Grades by review (18)
10 reviews: 4 with a printed score, 6 estimated from the review. 8 video reviews, each counting half as much as a written test. Share in the overall score: 30%, the same for every model in this category.
Text reviews 4
✓ explicit
1

8.8%

10

t3.com

≈ estimated
3

8.8%

6.0

dcrainmaker.com

7%

9.5

jamiebalfour.scot

3.5%

6.0

techpickstream.com

Video reviews 4

3.5%

9.0

Peter von Panda

3.5%

8.0

Shevon Salmon

3.5%

7.0

ASBYT

1.8%

8.0

Enrique Arayata

estimated from the review
Shop star ratings are not part of this score.
â–²Better than 79% of smartwatches
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Technical Specifications of smartwatch Apple Watch Series 5 GPS Cellular 44mm

Technical score
Technical score
7.5/ 10
✕
What it is
An assessment of the smartwatchx27s technical performance, covering seven key areas: health, fitness, display & design, hardware, battery, smart features and connectivity.
When it matters
When you want to compare smartwatches based on technical performance and available features.
Score distribution
â–¼
<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–² Better than 77% of models
Score components:

24%

6.0

Health

21%

9.9

Fitness

16%

4.2

Battery

14%

8.6

Smart features

12%

8.8

Connectivity

9%

8.5

Display & Design

4%

7.2

Hardware

7.5
Review score
Review score
8.2/ 10
✕
What it is
Average grade from independent test sites, magazines and video reviewers, 1–10.
How we count it
Grades: Each review's own score is converted to 1–10; without one, we grade the review ourselves.
Weighting: Big test sites count more, short reviews half as much as full tests. A video review counts half.
Share: Reviews are 30% of the overall score for every model in this category; each of the 5 needed reviews that is missing counts as 7/10.
Score distribution
â–¼
<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–² Better than 79% of models
Grades by review (18)
10 reviews: 4 with a printed score, 6 estimated from the review. 8 video reviews, each counting half as much as a written test. Share in the overall score: 30%, the same for every model in this category.
Text reviews 4
✓ explicit
1

8.8%

10

t3.com

≈ estimated
3

8.8%

6.0

dcrainmaker.com

7%

9.5

jamiebalfour.scot

3.5%

6.0

techpickstream.com

Video reviews 4

3.5%

9.0

Peter von Panda

3.5%

8.0

Shevon Salmon

3.5%

7.0

ASBYT

1.8%

8.0

Enrique Arayata

estimated from the review
Shop star ratings are not part of this score.
8.2
Popularity
Popularity
6.4/ 10
✕
What it is
An indicator based on the number of reviews received by the smartwatch.
When it matters
When you prefer to purchase a product chosen and reviewed by many other consumers.
Score distribution
â–¼
<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–² Better than 52% of models
Popularity:
Apple Watch Series 5 GPS Cellular 44mm has a popularity of 6.4 points, which is higher than 52.1% of smartwatches.
6.4
Value for money
Value for money
8.4/ 10
✕
What it is
An indicator that combines the smartwatch's overall rating with its cost.
When it matters
When you are looking for a smartwatch with a good balance between quality and price.
Score distribution
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<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–² Better than 86% of models
Score components:

60%

7.7

Overall score

40%

9.8

Price

8.4
Brand name
Apple
Heart rate monitor
yes
Heart rate monitor
yes
â–² Better than 11% of models
This smartwatch includes a heart rate monitor. 10.5% of smartwatches include a heart rate monitor.
Blood oxygen monitoring
no
Blood oxygen monitoring
no
â–¼ Worse than 67% of models
This smartwatch does not support blood oxygen monitoring. 66.8% of smartwatches support blood oxygen monitoring.
ECG
yes
ECG
yes
â–² Better than 84% of models
This smartwatch supports ECG. 83.6% of smartwatches support ECG.
Availability may vary by region or model version.
Irregular heart rate warnings
yes
Irregular heart rate warnings
yes
â–² Better than 52% of models
This smartwatch supports irregular heart rate warnings. 51.9% of smartwatches support irregular heart rate warnings.
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Accelerometer
yes
Accelerometer
yes
â–² Better than 1% of models
This smartwatch includes an accelerometer. 0.6% of smartwatches include an accelerometer.
Barometer
yes
Barometer
yes
â–² Better than 51% of models
This smartwatch includes a barometer. 50.6% of smartwatches include a barometer.
Gyroscope
yes
Gyroscope
yes
â–² Better than 30% of models
This smartwatch includes a gyroscope. 30.2% of smartwatches include a gyroscope.
Cadence sensor
yes
Cadence sensor
yes
â–² Better than 69% of models
This smartwatch includes a cadence sensor. 69% of smartwatches include a cadence sensor.
Cadence may require external sensor/app pairing on some models.
Distance tracking
yes
Distance tracking
yes
â–² Better than 4% of models
This smartwatch supports distance tracking. 4.1% of smartwatches support distance tracking.
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What reviewers say
Battery life
0.88 days
Battery life
0.88 days
â–¼ Worse than 96% of models
Market range: <1 days – >16 days
This smartwatch offers a battery life of 0.88 days which is shorter than that of 96.1% of smartwatches and equal to that of 1.7% of smartwatches.
Converted from roughly 18-24 hours of battery life.
Battery life in training mode
6 h
Battery life in training mode
6 h
â–¼ Worse than 84% of models
Market range: <5.5 h – >48 h
This smartwatch lasts 6 h in training mode which is shorter than 83.5% of smartwatches and equal to that of 6.1% of smartwatches.
Battery life with GPS on
6 h
Battery life with GPS on
6 h
â–¼ Worse than 87% of models
Market range: <5.75 h – >43 h
This smartwatch lasts 6 h with GPS on which is shorter than 87% of smartwatches and equal to that of 2.8% of smartwatches.
Battery power
296 mAh
Battery power
296 mAh
â–¼ Worse than 56% of models
Market range: <195 mAh – >475 mAh
This smartwatch has a battery capacity of 296 mAh which is smaller than the batteries in 55.8% of smartwatches and equal to those in 0.4% of smartwatches.
Charge time
?
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What reviewers say
Operating system
watchOS
Operating system
watchOS
★ Better than 96% of models
This smartwatch runs watchOS which is more advanced than the operating system in 95.7% of smartwatches and the same as that in 4.3% of smartwatches.
Software update frequency
ended
Software update frequency
ended
â–¼ Worse than 43% of models
This smartwatch has ended software update support which is less active than that of 42.6% of smartwatches and equal to that of 57.5% of smartwatches.
Third-party app support
yes
Third-party app support
yes
â–² Better than 52% of models
This smartwatch supports third-party apps. 52.4% of smartwatches support third-party apps.
Notifications
yes
Notifications
yes
Category Benchmark
This smartwatch supports notifications. 0.3% of smartwatches support notifications.
Voice assistant support
yes
Voice assistant support
yes
â–² Better than 32% of models
This smartwatch supports voice assistants. 32.4% of smartwatches support voice assistants.
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What reviewers say
Cellular module
yes
Cellular module
yes
â–² Better than 82% of models
This smartwatch includes a cellular module. 82.2% of smartwatches include a cellular module.
Cellular support may depend on LTE/GPS+Cellular variant selection.
SIM cards
1
SIM cards
1
â–² Better than 2% of models
Market range: <0 – >5
This smartwatch uses 1 for cellular connectivity which is more advanced than that of 2% of smartwatches and the same as that of 98% of smartwatches.
eSIM
GPS
yes
GPS
yes
â–² Better than 44% of models
This smartwatch supports GPS. 43.9% of smartwatches support GPS.
Galileo support
yes
Galileo support
yes
â–² Better than 62% of models
This smartwatch supports Galileo navigation. 61.6% of smartwatches support Galileo navigation.
Compass
yes
Compass
yes
â–² Better than 47% of models
This smartwatch includes a compass. 47.5% of smartwatches include a compass.
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What reviewers say
Screen size
1.78 inch
Screen size
1.78 inch
â–² Better than 85% of models
Market range: <1.2 inch – >1.82 inch
This smartwatch has a screen size of 1.78 inch which is larger than the screens of 85.3% of smartwatches and equal to those of 3% of smartwatches.
Display type
OLED
Display type
OLED
â–¼ Worse than 50% of models
This smartwatch uses a OLED display type which is less advanced than that of 50.3% of smartwatches and the same as that of 9.6% of smartwatches.
Retina branding. LTPO panel wording.
Resolution
368x 448
Resolution
368x 448
â–² Better than 57% of models
This smartwatch has a display resolution of 368x448 which is higher than that of 57.2% of smartwatches and equal to that of 2.7% of smartwatches.
Pixel density
326 ppi
Pixel density
326 ppi
â–² Better than 46% of models
Market range: <207 ppi – >461 ppi
This smartwatch has a pixel density of 326 ppi which is higher than that of 46.2% of smartwatches and equal to that of 8.1% of smartwatches.
Display brightness
1,000 nits
Display brightness
1,000 nits
â–² Better than 59% of models
Market range: <450 nits – >2k nits
This smartwatch reaches 1,000 nits of display brightness, which is higher than that of 59.4% of smartwatches and equal to that of 26.5% of smartwatches.
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What reviewers say
CPU speed
1 GHz
CPU speed
1 GHz
â–¼ Worse than 40% of models
This smartwatch uses a CPU configuration of 1 GHz which is faster than that in 29.2% of smartwatches and equal to that in 31.2% of smartwatches.
Processor model
Apple S5
Processor model
Apple S5
★ Better than 92% of models
This smartwatch uses the Apple S5 processor model.
RAM
1 GB
RAM
1 GB
â–² Better than 31% of models
Market range: <0.5 GB – >2 GB
This smartwatch has 1 GB of RAM which is larger than the RAM in 31.3% of smartwatches and equal to that of 45.8% of smartwatches.
Internal storage
32 GB
Internal storage
32 GB
â–² Better than 85% of models
Market range: <0 GB – >32 GB
This smartwatch uses 32 GB for internal storage which is larger than that of 84.7% of smartwatches and equal to that of 13.4% of smartwatches.
External memory slot
no
External memory slot
no
Category Benchmark
This smartwatch does not include an external memory slot. 0.3% of smartwatches include an external memory slot.
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What reviewers say

Apple Watch Series 5 GPS Cellular 44mm vs the average smartwatch

246810TotalHealthFitnessBatteryConnectivityDisplay & DesignSmart featuresHardware
  • ECG support
    ECG
    yes
    â–² Better than 84% of models
    This smartwatch supports ECG, the average smartwatch does not. 16.6% of smartwatches support ECG.
    Availability may vary by region or model version.
  • More advanced operating system
    Operating system
    watchOS
    ★ Better than 96% of models
    This smartwatch runs a more advanced operating system than the average smartwatch (watchOS vs Proprietary OS).
    watchOS vs Proprietary OS
  • Built-in cellular module
    Cellular module
    yes
    â–² Better than 82% of models
    This smartwatch includes a cellular module, the average smartwatch does not. 17.9% of smartwatches include a cellular module.
    Cellular support may depend on LTE/GPS+Cellular variant selection.
  • Fall detection
    Fall detection
    yes
    â–² Better than 79% of models
    This smartwatch supports fall detection, the average smartwatch does not. 21.3% of smartwatches support fall detection.
  • HRV tracking
    HRV tracking
    yes
    â–² Better than 59% of models
    This smartwatch supports HRV tracking, the average smartwatch does not. 40.8% of smartwatches support HRV tracking.
  • Maps support
    Maps support
    yes
    â–² Better than 69% of models
    This smartwatch supports maps, the average smartwatch does not. 31.5% of smartwatches support maps.
    Supports offline maps.
  • VO2 max measurement
    VO2 max measurement
    yes
    â–² Better than 52% of models
    This smartwatch measures VO2 max, the average smartwatch does not. 47.6% of smartwatches measure VO2 max.
  • Emergency SOS
    Emergency SOS
    yes
    â–² Better than 57% of models
    This smartwatch includes Emergency SOS, the average smartwatch does not. 42.8% of smartwatches include Emergency SOS.
  • 11.1% better value for money
    GPS
    8.35
    â–² Better than 44% of models
    This smartwatch has a higher value-for-money score than the average smartwatch (8.35 vs 7.5).
    8.35 vs 7.52
  • ECG support
    ECG
    yes
    â–² Better than 84% of models
    This smartwatch supports ECG, the average smartwatch does not. 16.6% of smartwatches support ECG.
    Availability may vary by region or model version.
  • HRV tracking
    HRV tracking
    yes
    â–² Better than 59% of models
    This smartwatch supports HRV tracking, the average smartwatch does not. 40.8% of smartwatches support HRV tracking.
  • VO2 max measurement
    VO2 max measurement
    yes
    â–² Better than 52% of models
    This smartwatch measures VO2 max, the average smartwatch does not. 47.6% of smartwatches measure VO2 max.
  • Irregular heart rate alerts
    Irregular heart rate warnings
    yes
    â–² Better than 52% of models
    This smartwatch supports irregular heart rate warnings, the average smartwatch does not. 48.1% of smartwatches support irregular heart rate warnings.
  • Weight tracking
    Weight tracking
    yes
    â–² Better than 61% of models
    This smartwatch supports weight tracking, the average smartwatch does not. 39.1% of smartwatches support weight tracking.
    Tracked through the companion app or smart-scale sync.
  • External heart rate monitor support
    External heart rate monitor compatibility
    yes
    â–² Better than 57% of models
    This smartwatch supports external heart rate monitor compatibility, the average smartwatch does not. 42.7% of smartwatches support external heart rate monitor compatibility.
  • Barometer sensor included
    Barometer
    yes
    â–² Better than 51% of models
    This smartwatch includes a barometer, the average smartwatch does not. 49.5% of smartwatches include a barometer.
  • Cadence tracking
    Cadence sensor
    yes
    â–² Better than 69% of models
    This smartwatch includes a cadence sensor, the average smartwatch does not. 31.1% of smartwatches include a cadence sensor.
    Cadence may require external sensor/app pairing on some models.
  • Route support
    Route support
    yes
    â–² Better than 50% of models
    This smartwatch supports route support, the average smartwatch does not. 50% of smartwatches support route support.
    Supports on-watch route guidance via Apple Maps.
  • Supports wireless charging
    Wireless charging
    yes
    â–² Better than 76% of models
    This smartwatch supports wireless charging, the average smartwatch does not. 24.5% of smartwatches support wireless charging.
  • Built-in cellular module
    Cellular module
    yes
    â–² Better than 82% of models
    This smartwatch includes a cellular module, the average smartwatch does not. 17.9% of smartwatches include a cellular module.
    Cellular support may depend on LTE/GPS+Cellular variant selection.
  • Maps support
    Maps support
    yes
    â–² Better than 69% of models
    This smartwatch supports maps, the average smartwatch does not. 31.5% of smartwatches support maps.
    Supports offline maps.
  • NFC functionality
    NFC
    yes
    â–² Better than 57% of models
    This smartwatch supports NFC, the average smartwatch does not. 43.4% of smartwatches support NFC.
  • Supports Wi-Fi
    Wi-Fi support
    yes
    â–² Better than 57% of models
    This smartwatch supports Wi-Fi, the average smartwatch does not. 43.3% of smartwatches support Wi-Fi.
  • Galileo satellite support
    Galileo support
    yes
    â–² Better than 62% of models
    This smartwatch supports Galileo navigation, the average smartwatch does not. 38.5% of smartwatches support Galileo navigation.
  • 0.38 inch larger screen size
    Screen size
    1.78 inch
    â–² Better than 85% of models
    Market range: <1.2 inch – >1.82 inch
    This smartwatch has a larger screen size than the average smartwatch (1.8 inch vs 1.4 inch). The average smartwatch screen is 1.40 inch.
    1.78 inch vs 1.40 inch
  • 400 nits higher display brightness
    Display brightness
    1,000 nits
    â–² Better than 59% of models
    Market range: <450 nits – >2k nits
    This smartwatch has higher display brightness than the average smartwatch (1000 nits vs 600 nits). The average smartwatch reaches 600 nits.
    1,000 nits vs 600 nits
  • Better case material
    Case material
    aluminum, stainless steel, titanium, ceramic
    ★ Better than 95% of models
    This smartwatch uses aluminum, stainless steel, titanium, ceramic for the case material, while the average smartwatch uses polycarbonate.
    aluminum, stainless steel, titanium, ceramic vs polycarbonate
  • Stronger display glass
    Display glass type
    Ion-X
    â–¼ Worse than 54% of models
    This smartwatch uses Ion-X display glass, while the average smartwatch uses mineral glass.
    Ion-exchanged strengthened glass (Ion-X)
    Ion-X vs mineral glass
  • 0.86 mm thinner watch body
    Thickness
    10.74 mm
    â–² Better than 74% of models
    Market range: <9.8 mm – >14.1 mm
    This smartwatch is thinner than the average smartwatch (10.7 mm vs 11.6 mm). The average smartwatch thickness is 11.6 mm.
    10.74 mm vs 11.6 mm
  • 8.5 g lighter weight
    Weight
    36.5 g
    â–² Better than 70% of models
    Market range: <29 g – >80 g
    This smartwatch is lighter than the average smartwatch (36.5 g vs 45 g). The average smartwatch weighs 45.0 g.
    36.5 g vs 45.0 g
  • More advanced operating system
    Operating system
    watchOS
    ★ Better than 96% of models
    This smartwatch runs a more advanced operating system than the average smartwatch (watchOS vs Proprietary OS).
    watchOS vs Proprietary OS
  • Fall detection
    Fall detection
    yes
    â–² Better than 79% of models
    This smartwatch supports fall detection, the average smartwatch does not. 21.3% of smartwatches support fall detection.
  • Emergency SOS
    Emergency SOS
    yes
    â–² Better than 57% of models
    This smartwatch includes Emergency SOS, the average smartwatch does not. 42.8% of smartwatches include Emergency SOS.
  • Third-party app support
    Third-party app support
    yes
    â–² Better than 52% of models
    This smartwatch supports third-party apps, the average smartwatch does not. 47.6% of smartwatches support third-party apps.
  • 28 GB more storage
    Internal storage
    32 GB
    â–² Better than 85% of models
    Market range: <0 GB – >32 GB
    This smartwatch offers more internal storage than the average smartwatch (32 GB vs 4 GB). The average smartwatch provides 4 GB of storage.
    32 GB vs 4 GB
  • 1 more microphones
    Number of microphones
    2
    ★ Better than 94% of models
    Market range: <0 – >1
    This smartwatch has more microphones than the average smartwatch (2 vs 1). The average smartwatch includes 1 microphones.
    2 vs 1
  • More advanced processor model
    Processor model
    Apple S5
    ★ Better than 92% of models
    This smartwatch uses the Apple S5 processor model, while the average smartwatch uses Silicon Labs EFM32 Giant Gecko.
    Apple S5 vs Silicon Labs EFM32 Giant Gecko
  • No blood oxygen monitoring
    Blood oxygen monitoring
    no
    â–¼ Worse than 67% of models
    This smartwatch does not support blood oxygen monitoring, the average smartwatch does. 66.7% of smartwatches support blood oxygen monitoring.
  • No stress monitoring
    Stress monitoring
    no
    â–¼ Worse than 66% of models
    This smartwatch does not support stress monitoring, the average smartwatch does. 65.4% of smartwatches support stress monitoring.
  • 6.12 days day/s shorter battery life
    Battery life with GPS on
    0.88 days h
    â–¼ Worse than 87% of models
    Market range: <5.75 h – >43 h
    This smartwatch offers 0.9 days of battery life, while the average smartwatch offers 7 days.
    Converted from roughly 18-24 hours of battery life.
    0.88 days vs 7 days
  • 14 h shorter GPS battery life
    Battery life with GPS on
    6 h
    â–¼ Worse than 87% of models
    Market range: <5.75 h – >43 h
    This smartwatch lasts less with GPS on than the average smartwatch (6 h vs 20 h). The average smartwatch lasts 20 h.
    6 h vs 20 h
  • 13.25 h shorter training battery life
    Battery life in training mode
    6 h
    â–¼ Worse than 84% of models
    Market range: <5.5 h – >48 h
    This smartwatch lasts less in training mode than the average smartwatch (6 h vs 19.25 h). The average smartwatch lasts 19.25 h.
    6 h vs 19.25 h
  • Not compatible with Android
    Android compatibility
    no
    â–¼ Worse than 95% of models
    This smartwatch is not compatible with Android, the average smartwatch is. 95.3% of smartwatches are compatible with Android.
  • Basic display type
    Display type
    OLED
    â–¼ Worse than 50% of models
    This smartwatch uses OLED display technology, while the average smartwatch features AMOLED.
    Retina branding. LTPO panel wording.
    OLED vs AMOLED
  • 5,534 m lower max altitude
    Maximum altitude
    3,000 m
    â–¼ Worse than 59% of models
    Market range: <3k m – >9.1k m
    This smartwatch supports a lower maximum altitude than the average smartwatch (3000 m vs 8534 m). The average smartwatch reaches 8534 m.
    3,000 m vs 8,534 m
  • No blood oxygen monitoring
    Blood oxygen monitoring
    no
    â–¼ Worse than 67% of models
    This smartwatch does not support blood oxygen monitoring, the average smartwatch does. 66.7% of smartwatches support blood oxygen monitoring.
  • No stress monitoring
    Stress monitoring
    no
    â–¼ Worse than 66% of models
    This smartwatch does not support stress monitoring, the average smartwatch does. 65.4% of smartwatches support stress monitoring.
  • 5,534 m lower max altitude
    Maximum altitude
    3,000 m
    â–¼ Worse than 59% of models
    Market range: <3k m – >9.1k m
    This smartwatch supports a lower maximum altitude than the average smartwatch (3000 m vs 8534 m). The average smartwatch reaches 8534 m.
    3,000 m vs 8,534 m
  • 6.12 days day/s shorter battery life
    Battery life with GPS on
    0.88 days h
    â–¼ Worse than 87% of models
    Market range: <5.75 h – >43 h
    This smartwatch offers 0.9 days of battery life, while the average smartwatch offers 7 days.
    Converted from roughly 18-24 hours of battery life.
    0.88 days vs 7 days
  • 14 h shorter GPS battery life
    Battery life with GPS on
    6 h
    â–¼ Worse than 87% of models
    Market range: <5.75 h – >43 h
    This smartwatch lasts less with GPS on than the average smartwatch (6 h vs 20 h). The average smartwatch lasts 20 h.
    6 h vs 20 h
  • 13.25 h shorter training battery life
    Battery life in training mode
    6 h
    â–¼ Worse than 84% of models
    Market range: <5.5 h – >48 h
    This smartwatch lasts less in training mode than the average smartwatch (6 h vs 19.25 h). The average smartwatch lasts 19.25 h.
    6 h vs 19.25 h
  • Not compatible with Android
    Android compatibility
    no
    â–¼ Worse than 95% of models
    This smartwatch is not compatible with Android, the average smartwatch is. 95.3% of smartwatches are compatible with Android.
  • Basic display type
    Display type
    OLED
    â–¼ Worse than 50% of models
    This smartwatch uses OLED display technology, while the average smartwatch features AMOLED.
    Retina branding. LTPO panel wording.
    OLED vs AMOLED
  • Less practical form
    Form
    rectangular
    â–¼ Worse than 72% of models
    This smartwatch uses a rectangular form, while the average smartwatch uses round.
    rectangular vs round
  • 10 °C lower max temperature
    Maximum operating temperature
    35.0 °C
    â–¼ Worse than 82% of models
    Market range: <35 °C – >60 °C
    This smartwatch handles a lower maximum operating temperature than the average smartwatch (35 °C vs 45 °C). The average smartwatch reaches 45.0 °C.
    35.0 °C vs 45.0 °C
  • 2 mm wider band
    Width of band
    24.0 mm
    â–¼ Worse than 93% of models
    Market range: <20 mm – >22 mm
    This smartwatch has a wider band width than the average smartwatch (24 mm vs 22 mm). The average smartwatch band is 22.0 mm wide.
    24.0 mm vs 22.0 mm
  • No smart alarm
    Smart alarm
    no
    â–¼ Worse than 53% of models
    This smartwatch does not support a smart alarm, the average smartwatch does. 52.7% of smartwatches support smart alarms.
  • 2 year/s older release date
    Release date
    2019
    â–¼ Worse than 68% of models
    Market range: <2k – >2k
    This smartwatch is an older model than the average smartwatch (2019 vs 2021). The average smartwatch was released in 2021.
    September 2019
    2019 vs 2021

Video reviews

Hands-on testing, unboxing, and real-world video evaluations

7.0
ASBYT
≈ estimated
25/09/2019
Unboxing and 48-hour review · everyday use
Verdict
Apple Watch Series 5 GPS Cellular 44mm is a decent choice for iPhone users upgrading from older models, but not an essential step up from Series 4.
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Expert reviews

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uk.pcmag.com
25/09/2019
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expertreviews.co.uk
26/09/2019
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trustedreviews.com
27/09/2019
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stuff.tv
04/10/2019
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theguardian.com
23/10/2019
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6.0
dcrainmaker.com
≈ estimated
26/11/2019
In-depth review · Sports and fitness
Verdict
The Apple Watch Series 5 is a great everyday watch for iPhone owners, but its battery often can't reach 24 hours, so serious athletes may want other watches.
10
t3.com
✓ explicit
16/06/2021
In-depth review · Always-on screen
Verdict
The Apple Watch Series 5 is a solid pick if you can find one, with an always-on screen and good health features, but it needs charging most nights.
9.5
jamiebalfour.scot
≈ estimated
22/02/2026
Personal review · Daily use
Verdict
The Apple Watch Series 5 is an all-around smartwatch for iPhone owners, with a display that works day and night, but Control Center and Wi-Fi still frustrate.
pcmag.com
25/09/2019
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9.2
chip.de
✓ explicit
05/04/2020
Hands-on test · Always-on display
Verdict
The Apple Watch Series 5 has strong performance and an almost complete feature set, but you will need to charge it most nights.
9.0
computerbild.de
✓ explicit
07/02/2022
Lab test · Model comparison
Verdict
The Apple Watch Series 5 keeps the time visible all day and feels well built, but with newer models out, buying it now makes little sense.
maclife.de
23/09/2019
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8.0
frandroid.com
✓ explicit
18/12/2019
Hands-on test · Refined Series 4
Verdict
The Apple Watch Series 5 is the most complete watch for iPhone owners, with a bright OLED screen, but its battery trails rivals and it works best with Apple apps.
01net.com
18/09/2019
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8.0
andreagaleazzi.com
≈ estimated
01/11/2019
Review · Always-on display
Verdict
The Apple Watch Series 5 improves on the Series 4 mainly through its always-on display, but the battery is still its weak point.
macitynet.it
30/09/2019
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global.techradar.com
04/10/2019
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iculture.nl
01/10/2019
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7.0
want.nl
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15/12/2019
Long-term review · Always-on screen
Verdict
The Apple Watch Series 5 looks identical to the Series 4, but its always-on screen is worth it if you can live with a shorter battery.
iphoned.nl
03/10/2019
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21/10/2019
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What we like about Apple Watch Series 5 GPS Cellular 44mm

  • Always-on Retina display allows checking the time and workout stats at a glance without raising the wrist
  • Comprehensive and highly accurate fitness tracking, including heart rate monitoring and ECG
  • Smooth and snappy performance with the S5 chip and mature watchOS platform
  • Premium build quality and comfortable design, even for the larger 44mm size
  • Cellular connectivity enables calls, texts, and music streaming without an iPhone
  • Integrated compass and international emergency calling for improved safety and navigation

What we don't like about Apple Watch Series 5 GPS Cellular 44mm

  • Battery life typically requires daily charging, especially with the always-on display active
  • Higher price point compared to previous models and some competitors
  • Lack of native, built-in sleep tracking at launch
  • Exclusive to the Apple ecosystem; requires an iPhone for initial setup and full functionality
  • Minimal performance and design upgrades for users coming from the Series 4
  • Occasional software-related issues, such as WiFi and Bluetooth connectivity glitches

Verdict

The Apple Watch Series 5 GPS + Cellular 44mm features a 368 x 448 pixel Always-On Retina LTPO OLED display with 1,000 nits brightness and is powered by the 64-bit dual-core S5 processor. This model includes 32GB of internal storage, a built-in compass, a barometric altimeter, and advanced health sensors such as an electrical heart sensor for ECGs and a second-generation optical heart sensor. Main advantages include the ability to make calls and stream music independently of an iPhone via LTE connectivity, international emergency calling, and a highly accurate GPS for fitness tracking. However, primary drawbacks consist of a standard 18-hour battery life that requires daily charging, the lack of more modern sensors like blood oxygen monitoring, and the fact that it no longer receives the latest watchOS software updates.

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