Apple Watch Edition Series 5
$249
Overview
Apple Watch Edition Series 5 is a budget Android smartphone released in 2019 with a 1.78-inch LTPO OLED, Apple S5 chipset, 13 main camera, and 296 mAh battery.
The device runs iOS with features like Face ID and Apple Intelligence. Priced at $249, it targets users seeking budget performance.
Specifications of Apple Watch Edition Series 5
The display of Apple Watch Edition Series 5 measures 1.78 inches with LTPO OLED technology. Peak brightness reaches 1000 nits for excellent outdoor visibility. The screen renders at 448x368 pixels resolution.
The camera system of Apple Watch Edition Series 5 features 2 rear cameras: 13 main. Video recording supports up to 10p.
The battery of Apple Watch Edition Series 5 has 296mAh capacity with 18 wired charging. Wireless charging supports 5. A full charge takes approximately 120 min minutes.
The performance of Apple Watch Edition Series 5 is powered by the Apple S5 chipset with PowerVR GPU. Geekbench scores reach 750 single-core and 1500 multi-core. AnTuTu benchmark achieves 120000.
The memory of Apple Watch Edition Series 5 offers 1GB RAM with 32GB storage options. RAM uses LPDDR4 technology. Storage is 32GB 1GB RAM. Storage is not expandable.
The connectivity of Apple Watch Edition Series 5 includes 5G support, Wi-Fi Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n, and Bluetooth 5.0. NFC is supported for contactless payments.
The build of Apple Watch Edition Series 5 weighs 47.8g with Titanium frame and Ceramic back. Water and dust resistance is rated IP68. Dimensions measure 44 x 38 x 10.7 mm.
The software of Apple Watch Edition Series 5 runs watchOS 6.0, upgradable to watchOS 10.6.1 with watchOS. Software support extends 5 years through 2031.
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Frequently Asked Questions about Apple Watch Edition Series 5
Apple Watch Edition Series 5 has a 13 camera suitable for casual photography. For professional photography, consider phones with higher-resolution sensors.
Apple Watch Edition Series 5 with Apple S5 can handle casual gaming. For intensive gaming, consider phones with flagship chipsets.
Yes, Apple Watch Edition Series 5 receives 5 years of software updates through 2031. This is industry-leading support ensuring long-term security and feature updates.
Yes, Apple Watch Edition Series 5 supports 5G connectivity with both Sub-6GHz and mmWave bands for maximum network compatibility and fastest speeds. It works with major 5G carriers globally.
Yes, Apple Watch Edition Series 5 is water resistant with IP68 rating. It can withstand submersion in 1.5 meters of fresh water for 30 minutes. Avoid saltwater and high-pressure water.
Apple Watch Edition Series 5 has a 296mAh battery. Battery life varies based on usage patterns.
Apple Watch Edition Series 5 at $249 is a budget device offering 5-year updates. It's worth buying if you prioritize affordability over premium features.
Apple Watch Edition Series 5 supports 18 wired charging with full charge in approximately 120 min minutes. Wireless charging supports 5.
Apple Watch Edition Series 5 is available in 32GB storage options. Storage is not expandable, so choose your capacity based on your needs.
Apple Watch Edition Series 5 has a 1.78-inch LTPO OLED with 60Hz refresh rate and 1000 nits peak brightness. HDR support includes No.
Apple Watch Edition Series 5 in Category Rankings
See how Apple Watch Edition Series 5 ranks in these categories:
5G Phones
Supports 5G connectivity
Best Budget Phones
Affordable at $249
Water Resistant Phones
IP68 water and dust resistance
Wireless Charging Phones
Supports 5 wireless charging
Phones Under $500
Priced at $249
Long Software Support Phones
5 years of updates
Compact Phones
1.78" display
Android Phones
Runs Android
Verdict
The Apple Watch Edition Series 5 delivers practical value for users prioritizing affordability over premium features. The phone excels in industry-leading software support. Pick this phone for essential smartphone functionality, if you prioritize affordability while still needing core features.
Key Specifications
Display
1.78"
Main Camera
13
Chipset
Apple S5
Full Specifications
Network
| Technology | GSM / HSPA / LTE |
| 2G Bands | GSM / |
| 3G Bands | HSDPA 850 / 900 / 1700(AWS) / 1800 / 1900 / 2100 |
| 4G LTE Bands | LTE |
| 5G Sub-6 Bands | n1, n2, n3, n5, n7, n8, n12, n13, n17, n18, n19, n20, n25, n26, n28, n29, n30, n38, n39, n40, n41, n66, n71, n77, n78, n79 |
| 5G mmWave Bands | n257, n258, n260, n261 |
| Speed | N/A |
| Carrier Aggregation | 4x4 MIMO |
| SIM | eSIM |
| Dual SIM Mode | |
| eSIM Support | |
| VoLTE Support | N/A |
| VoWiFi | N/A |
| NR CA Support | 2CC, 3CC, 4CC |
Launch
| Announced | 2019 |
| Status | Discontinued |
| Availability | N/A |
| Model Variants | N/A |
| Launch Price | $499 |
Body & Design
| Dimensions (mm) | 44 x 38 x 10.7 mm |
| Weight (g) | 47.8 |
| Build Materials | Glass front (Sapphire crystal), ceramic/sapphire crystal back, titanium frameGlass front (Sapphire crystal), ceramic/sapphire crystal back, ceramic frame |
| Frame | Titanium |
| Back Finish | Ceramic |
| Colors | ["Titanium frame: Space Black", "Titanium", "Ceramic frame: White"] |
| IP Rating | IP68 |
| Rugged Certifications | MIL-STD-810G |
| Ingress Gaskets | N/A |
| Form Factor | Watch |
| Hinge Type | N/A |
| Folded Dimensions | N/A |
| Thermal Solution | Passive |
| Notification/Alert | |
| Haptics | Taptic Engine |
Display
| Panel Type | LTPO OLED |
| Size (inches) | 1.78 |
| Resolution (px) | 448x368 pixels |
| Aspect Ratio | 5:8 |
| Pixel Density (ppi) | 224 |
| Screen-to-body Ratio (%) | 70.0 |
| Refresh Rate (Hz) | 60 |
| Adaptive Refresh Rate | |
| Touch Sampling Rate (Hz) | 60 |
| Peak Brightness (nits) | 1000 |
| HDR Standards | |
| Color Gamut | sRGB |
| Color Depth | 24 |
| PWM Dimming (Hz) | 240 |
| Glass Protection | Sapphire crystal glass |
| Oleophobic Coating | N/A |
| Curvature | Flat |
| Always-on Display | |
| Display Driver IC | N/A |
| Cover Display |
Platform (SoC)
| OS at Launch | watchOS 6.0, upgradable to watchOS 10.6.1 |
| Update Policy | 5 years |
| Chipset | Apple S5 |
| CPU | Dual-core |
| GPU | PowerVR |
| NPU/AI TOPs | 5 TOPS |
| ISP Features | computational photography |
| Modem | Apple S5 |
| Wi-Fi/Bluetooth Chip | N/A |
| Throttling Behavior | N/A |
| Geekbench Single-Core | 750 |
| Geekbench Multi-Core | 1500 |
| AnTuTu Score | 120000 |
| 3DMark Scores | N/A |
Memory & Storage
| RAM | 1GB |
| RAM Type | LPDDR4 |
| Storage | 32GB |
| Storage Type | 32GB 1GB RAM |
| Storage Speed | UFS 2.1 |
| Expandable Storage | |
| Slot Type | N/A |
| USB OTG | |
| Filesystem Encryption | AES-256 |
Main Camera System
| Rear Cameras | 2 |
| Main Sensor | 13 |
| Main Sensor Size | 1/3.06" |
| Main Sensor Model | OmniVision OV13850 |
| Main Lens | f/2.4, 1.0mm |
| OIS | |
| Autofocus | Fixed Focus |
| Pixel Binning | |
| Ultrawide | N/A |
| Telephoto | N/A |
| Macro | N/A |
| Depth/ToF/LiDAR | |
| Flicker/Color Sensors | N/A |
| Flash | LED |
| Video Resolution | 10p |
| HDR/Dolby Vision Video | |
| Video Codecs | H.264, HEVC |
| Slow Motion | |
| Video Stabilization | EIS |
| Night Mode Features | |
| RAW/Pro Controls | N/A |
Selfie Camera
| Resolution | 8 |
| Sensor Size | 1/5" |
| Aperture | f/2.8 |
| AF/OIS | |
| Secondary Front Cam | |
| Front Flash | |
| Video | 1080p@30fps |
| HDR/Dolby Vision | N/A |
| Face Unlock | N/A |
Audio
| Loudspeakers | |
| 3.5mm Jack | |
| Hi-Res Audio | |
| Spatial Audio / Dolby Atmos | |
| Microphones | 2 |
| Bluetooth Codecs | AAC, MP3 |
| DAC/Amp | Integrated |
Connectivity
| Wi-Fi | Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n |
| Wi-Fi Features | Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n |
| Bluetooth | 5.0 |
| NFC | |
| IR Blaster | |
| UWB | N/A |
| Positioning | GPS, GLONASS, GALILEO, QZSS |
| Dual-Band GNSS | |
| FM Radio | |
| USB | N/A |
| Display Out | |
| eSIM Capacity |
Sensors
| Fingerprint Sensor | N/A |
| 3D Face ID | N/A |
| Accelerometer | |
| Gyroscope | |
| Magnetometer | |
| Proximity Sensor | |
| Ambient Light | |
| Barometer | |
| Thermo/Hygrometer | N/A |
| UV Sensor | N/A |
| Hall Sensor | |
| Color Temp Sensor | |
| Health Sensors | heart rate, ECG, accelerometer, gyroscope, altimeter, compass, blood oxygen |
| Satellite SOS |
Battery & Charging
| Capacity (mAh) | 296 |
| Type | Li-Po |
| Removable | |
| Endurance Rating | N/A |
| Wired Charging | 18 |
| Wired Standard | USB-C |
| 0-50% Time (mins) | 60 min |
| Full Charge Time | 120 min |
| Wireless Charging | 5 |
| Wireless Standard | Qi |
| Reverse Wireless | N/A |
| Reverse Wired | |
| Charger in Box | |
| Battery Health Features | optimized charging |
Software
| OS at Launch | watchOS 6.0, upgradable to watchOS 10.6.1 |
| Update Window | 5 years |
| UI Skin / Launcher | watchOS |
| Feature Drops | N/A |
| App Cloning | N/A |
| Game Mode | |
| Privacy Features | app tracking transparency, on-device processing |
| Accessibility | VoiceOver, Zoom, Magnifier, RTT/TTY, Siri |
| Satellite Messaging UI |
Miscellaneous
| In-Box Contents | watch, charger, band |
| Recycled Materials (%) | N/A |
| Repairability Score | N/A |
| Warranty | N/A |
Reviews & Ratings
186 ratings
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Alex R.
2 weeks ago
Absolutely love the camera on this phone! The zoom is incredible and the photos are so crisp. Battery life is also a huge plus.
Ben C.
1 month ago
Great performance and beautiful display. My only complaint is that it feels a bit heavy, but you get used to it. Solid phone overall.
Chloe D.
3 months ago
The best phone I've ever owned. It's fast, the software is clean, and the build quality is top-notch. Highly recommend!
Apple Watch Edition Series 5 Review: Solid Performance for the Price
Our comprehensive review of the Apple Watch Edition Series 5 covers display quality, camera performance, battery life, and overall value. A solid choice in its price segment.
- + Wireless charging support
- + IP68 water and dust resistance
- - Performance may struggle with demanding tasks
- - Camera performance is average