The Apple Watch Series 11 Aluminum was officially announced on September 9, 2025, with release expected on September 19, 2025. It is the lightest version of the Series 11 lineup, weighing just 29.7g (42mm) and 36.9g (46mm), making it perfect for users who want comfort, durability, and full smartwatch functionality.
Built with an aluminum frame, glass front, and ceramic/sapphire crystal back, the Series 11 Aluminum maintains IP6X dust resistance and 50m water resistance, while still supporting ECG certification and a 6m depth gauge. Despite being lighter than the titanium model, it retains the same advanced health and connectivity features.
The 1.96-inch Retina LTPO3 OLED display offers 2000 nits peak brightness, protected by Ion-X strengthened glass (2025 gen). Powered by the Apple S10 chipset with watchOS 26, it ensures smooth performance with 64GB storage for apps and media.
Health tracking includes heart rate monitoring, SpO2, VO2max, temperature sensing (body & water), and always-on altimeter. With UWB Gen2, GPS, and satellite-enabled Emergency SOS, the watch is designed for both everyday fitness and advanced safety. Its Li-Ion battery charges 0–80% in just 30 minutes wirelessly, providing reliable day-to-day usage.
Apple Watch Series 11 Aluminum Specifications
| Feature | Details |
|---|---|
| Versions | 42mm (GPS + Cellular), 42mm (GPS), 46mm (GPS + Cellular), 46mm (GPS) |
| Network | GSM / HSPA / LTE / 5G |
| 2G bands | GSM 850 / 900 / 1800 / 1900 |
| 3G bands | HSDPA 850 / 900 / 1700 / 1900 / 2100 (Intl/China); HSDPA 850 / 1700 / 1900 / 2100 (USA/Canada) |
| 4G bands | Intl/China: 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 18, 19, 20, 25, 26, 28, 39, 40, 41, 66; USA/Canada: 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 12, 13, 14, 17, 18, 19, 25, 26, 39, 40, 41, 66 |
| 5G bands | SA/NSA |
| Speed | HSPA, LTE, 5G |
| Launch | Announced Sept 9, 2025; Release Sept 19, 2025 |
| Body | 46 x 39 x 9.7 mm, 29.7g (42mm), 36.9g (46mm), Aluminum frame, Glass front, Ceramic/sapphire crystal back |
| SIM | eSIM |
| Durability | IP6X dust resistant, 50m water resistant, Depth gauge to 6m |
| Display | 1.96″ Retina LTPO3 OLED, 2000 nits peak brightness |
| Resolution | 496 x 416 pixels (~330 ppi) |
| Protection | Ion-X strengthened glass (2025 gen) |
| OS | watchOS 26 |
| Chipset | Apple S10 |
| CPU | Dual-core |
| GPU | PowerVR |
| Memory | 64GB internal storage |
| Camera | No |
| Sound | Loudspeaker, no 3.5mm jack |
| Connectivity | Wi-Fi b/g/n (dual-band), Bluetooth 5.3, GPS, NFC, UWB Gen2 |
| Sensors | Accelerometer, gyro, heart rate, barometer, always-on altimeter, compass, SpO2, VO2max, body & water temperature, ECG (region-dependent) |
| Extra Features | Media playback, Emergency SOS |
| Battery | Li-Ion, wireless charging (0–80% in 30 min) |
| Colors | Jet Black, Space Gray, Rose Gold, Silver |
| Price | About €450 |
The Apple Watch Series 11 Aluminum is ideal for users who want a lightweight, affordable, and feature-rich smartwatch. With its fitness tracking, advanced sensors, UWB Gen2, and stylish aluminum build, it strikes the perfect balance between comfort, capability, and price, making it the go-to option in Apple’s 2025 smartwatch lineup.
