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Apple Watch Series 2 Aluminum 42mm vs Honor Watch ES

Direct side-by-side battle analyzing hardware specifications, benchmark percentiles, battery endurance, and category performance advantages.

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Apple

Apple Watch Series 2 Aluminum 42mm

Apple Watch Series 2 Aluminum 42mm
82/ 100
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HONOR

Honor Watch ES

Honor Watch ES
78/ 100
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WHO WINS WHERE

WHY IS Apple Watch Series 2 Aluminum 42mm BETTER THAN Honor Watch ES?

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Apple Watch Series 2 Aluminum 42mmWinner 🏆
Honor Watch ES

BIGGEST HARDWARE DIFFERENCES

Margin Delta
SPEC FACTORApple WatchHonor WatchLEADER
Refresh Rate60Hz60Hz60Hz
Battery Capacity334 mAh180 mAh+334 mAh
Wired Fast ChargingStandardStandard25W
Main Camera SensorN/AN/A48 MP
Screen Display Size1.65"1.64"1.65"
Chassis Weight342g21g21g Lightest

Which Phone Should You Buy: Key Reasons & Hardware Advantages

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Reasons to buy Apple Watch Series 2 Aluminum 42mm:
  • Larger 334 mAh battery capacity (+154 mAh more capacity)
  • 1.65" display with 120Hz ProMotion refresh rate
Reasons to buy Honor Watch ES:
  • 321g lighter chassis (21g) optimized for one-handed ergonomics
  • 1.64" display with 120Hz ProMotion refresh rate

How Do the Specifications Compare Side-by-Side?

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SpecificationApple Watch Series 2 Aluminum 42mmHonor Watch ES
1. Key Hardware Specifications (Smartwatches)
oswatchOS 3.0, up to watchOS 6.2.8Proprietary OS
socApple S2
ram gb0.54
camerasNoneNone
displayRetina OLED, 1000 nits (peak) 1.65" (390x312 pixels) 303 PPIAMOLED 1.64" (280x456 pixels) 326 PPI
weight g34.221
os version3.0
battery mah334180
release date2016-09-012020-09-01
storage options gb84
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Editorial Lab Verdict

Apple Watch Series 2 Aluminum 42mm edges ahead with a BeastScore of 82.0/100

After comprehensive hardware benchmark comparisons, Apple Watch Series 2 Aluminum 42mm ranks as the overall top pick in this matchup. Key differentiators include its superior specifications and verified build advantages.

When to choose Apple Watch Series 2 Aluminum 42mm:
Higher overall BeastScore: 82.0 vs top rival 78.0
When to choose Honor Watch ES:
Lighter body: 21g (321g lighter in hand)
Quick Answers

Frequently Asked Questions: Apple Watch Series 2 Aluminum 42mm vs Honor Watch ES

Which is better: Apple Watch Series 2 Aluminum 42mm or Honor Watch ES?

Apple Watch Series 2 Aluminum 42mm leads with an overall BeastScore of 82.0/100 compared to Honor Watch ES (78.0/100), driven by advantages in Higher overall BeastScore: 82.0 vs top rival 78.0.

What are the primary battery and display differences between Apple Watch Series 2 Aluminum 42mm and Honor Watch ES?

Apple Watch Series 2 Aluminum 42mm is equipped with a 1.65-inch display and 334 mAh battery, while Honor Watch ES features a 1.64-inch display and 180 mAh battery.

How do the performance capabilities compare between Apple Watch Series 2 Aluminum 42mm and Honor Watch ES?

In objective hardware benchmarks, Apple Watch Series 2 Aluminum 42mm achieves a 88/100 performance score, while Honor Watch ES scores 88/100.