Apple Watch Ultra
Apple Watch Ultra launched 7 Sep 2022 at $799. 49 mm titanium, dual-frequency GPS, Action button
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The take
The one that set the formula — 49mm titanium, Action button, dive rating, and the first Apple battery that survived a long day outside. Still supported, and the cheapest door into the size. The 2's screen and the 3's satellite make it feel slow more than old.
The basics
- Brand
- Apple
- Line
- Outdoor
- Released
- 2022-09-07
- Launch price
- $799
- Family
- Apple Watch Ultra
- Official site
- apple.com ↗
49 mm titanium, dual-frequency GPS, Action button
Release history
- 2026-09-09Apple Watch Ultra 4
- 2025-09-09Apple Watch Ultra 3
- 2024-09-09Apple Watch Ultra 2 Black Titanium
- 2023-09-12Apple Watch Ultra 2
- 2022-09-07Apple Watch Ultra
Video coverage
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Apple Watch Ultra generation comparison
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| Ultra 42026-09 | Ultra 32025-09 | Ultra 22023-09 | Ultra2022-09 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Launch price | $799 | $799 | $799 | $799 |
| Chip | S11 | S10 | S9 SiP | S8 SiP |
| Display | Same panel as Ultra 3 | LTPO3 wide-angle, 422×514, 3000 nits | 410×502, 3000 nits | 410×502, 2000 nits |
| Weight (case only) | 63.0 g (natural) / 63.1 g (black) | 61.6 g (natural) / 61.8 g (black) | 61.4 g (natural) / 61.8 g (black) | 61.3 g |
| Battery (normal use) | 50 h (84 h LPM) | 42 h (72 h LPM) | 36 h (72 h LPM) | 36 h (60 h LPM) |
| Battery (GPS workout) | 18 h (45 h extended) | 14 h | 12 h | 12 h |
| Maps | Offline + topo | Offline + topo | Offline + topo | Backtrack only |
| Connectivity | 5G + satellite | 5G + satellite | LTE, double tap gesture | LTE, dual-freq GPS |
| Signature | Health Sensing System, multiday battery | Satellite comms, largest display | Double tap, brightest display | 49 mm Ti, Action button, 86 dB siren |
Battery figures are launch-day claims.
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