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Tissot PRX Powermatic 80 vs Tudor 1926

Side-by-side comparison of specifications and features

TissotPRX Powermatic 80
Tudor 1926 — White dial, steel case
Tudor1926

Key Differences

Best Value
Tissot PRX Powermatic 80 (Ref. T137.407.11.041.00)
Starting from $695
Biggest Price Drop
Tissot PRX Powermatic 80 (Ref. T137.407.11.041.00)
-1.9% in 30 days

See Both Watches on Your Wrist

Compare visual case presence and physical footprint on one shared wrist. Measure your top-down wrist width for a stronger result; lug-to-lug is used when the catalog has it.

Medium (6.7″)

Estimated top width: 56.7 mm

Preliminary range: 54.761.8 mm.

Wrist side

Left and right measurements are saved separately on this device.

Watch A

Tissot PRX Powermatic 80

Tonneau · 40mm · 44.6mm lug-to-lug

Visual presence

Bold

Case covers 71% of your modeled wrist width.

Physical footprint

Clear space

Estimated clearance: 6.0 mm per side.

Case: 40mmLug-to-lug: 44.6mmBand width est.: 20mmThickness: 10.9mm
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Watch B

Tudor 1926

Round · 36mm · 43.6mm lug-to-lug

Visual presence

Moderate

Case covers 64% of your modeled wrist width.

Physical footprint

Clear space

Estimated clearance: 6.5 mm per side.

Case: 36mmLug-to-lug: 43.6mmBand width est.: 18mm
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Proportional guide only: visual presence and physical footprint do not predict comfort. Weight, thickness, caseback shape, rigid lugs, strap stiffness, wrist-bone prominence, wearing tension, bezel design, and case curvature change how a watch actually wears. Non-round silhouettes use a verified family shape and catalog dimensions where available; missing case height or width is estimated from a conservative family aspect ratio.

Price Comparison

Tissot PRX Powermatic 80
MSRP
$695
New
$829
Used
$562
Tudor 1926
MSRP
$1,750
New
$3,003
Used
$1,500
MSRP New (Amazon) Used (eBay)

Side-by-Side Specs

Start with the specifications that meaningfully differ. Expand the complete table for reference details and missing-data context.

Specification differences for Tissot PRX Powermatic 80, Tudor 1926
Specification
PRX Powermatic 80
1926
Pricing
MSRPPRX Powermatic 80 is $1055 less at MSRP$695$1,750
New PricePRX Powermatic 80 is $2174.4 less based on the current snapshot$829$3,003
Used Price (Low)PRX Powermatic 80 is $937.9 less at the low end$562$1,500
Used Price (High)$1,245$4,995
30-Day Trend-1.9%+20.1%
Used Price Range$562 - $1,245$1,500 - $4,995
Identity
StyleSports, DressDress, Sports
Dimensions
Diameter1926 is 4mm smaller40mm36mm
Thickness10.9mmN/A
Lug to Lug44.6mm43.6mm
Dial
Dial ColorBlueWhite
6 specifications both watches share
MovementAutomatic
Case MaterialStainless Steel
CrystalSapphire Crystal
Water Resistance100m (recreational diving)
BezelFixed
Luminous Included

1 field is excluded from the differences view because one watch lacks comparable data. Use “All specs” to inspect those gaps.

Which Should You Buy?

This Tissot PRX Powermatic 80 vs Tudor 1926 comparison is less about a universal winner and more about wrist presence versus easier fit, sports character versus dress versatility, entry price versus premium finishing or specs. They both touch the sports and dress use case, so smaller spec differences can matter more than brand preference.

Bottom line

Fit is a real separator here — compare case width and lug-to-lug before deciding, especially if wrist comfort matters more than headline features. Choose Tissot PRX Powermatic 80 if you prefer more dial presence and a larger case feel; choose Tudor 1926 if you want a smaller case footprint on the wrist.

Choose Tissot PRX Powermatic 80 when

Tissot PRX Powermatic 80 is a better fit for buyers who want more wrist presence, mechanical-watch enthusiasts, sports styling.

Choose Tudor 1926 when

Tudor 1926 is a better fit for smaller wrists, mechanical-watch enthusiasts, dress styling.

Key Differences

Movement and upkeep

Tissot PRX Powermatic 80: automatic movement

Tudor 1926: automatic movement

Both use the same movement type, so maintenance differences are limited and fit or feature details should decide the purchase.

Size and wearability

Tissot PRX Powermatic 80: 40mm · L2L 44.6mm · 138g

Tudor 1926: 36mm · L2L 43.6mm

Fit is a real separator here — compare case width and lug-to-lug before deciding, especially if wrist comfort matters more than headline features.

Water resistance

Tissot PRX Powermatic 80: 100m

Tudor 1926: 100m

Water resistance is similar on paper, so focus on fit, features, and price instead.

Price and value

Tissot PRX Powermatic 80: $695

Tudor 1926: $1,750

There is a real price gap here — treat the more expensive option as an upgrade decision and confirm whether the extra spend buys something you will notice in weekly use.

Style and use case

Tissot PRX Powermatic 80: sports

Tudor 1926: dress

Tissot PRX Powermatic 80 leans more sports, while Tudor 1926 pulls toward dress use case — pick the one that matches how you will actually wear it.

Crystal and materials

Tissot PRX Powermatic 80: sapphire crystal · steel

Tudor 1926: sapphire crystal · steel

Materials are broadly similar, so finish, fit, and price will matter more than the materials list alone.

Choose Tissot PRX Powermatic 80 If...

  • You prefer more dial presence and a larger case feel.
  • You are specifically shopping for a sports style watch.
  • You want the lower current entry price.

Choose Tudor 1926 If...

  • You want a smaller case footprint on the wrist.
  • You are specifically shopping for a dress style watch.
  • You are comfortable paying more for a stronger feature set.

Price and Value Notes

Tissot PRX Powermatic 80 is often the value play at current pricing, while Tudor 1926 makes more sense if you will use its extra features regularly.

There is a real price gap here — treat the more expensive option as an upgrade decision and confirm whether the extra spend buys something you will notice in weekly use.

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Tissot PRX Powermatic 80

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Tudor 1926

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Comparison FAQ

Which one is better for smaller wrists?

Tudor 1926 — it is 43.6mm lug-to-lug versus 44.6mm, and lug-to-lug is what decides whether a watch overhangs a smaller wrist.

Which is better for swimming or rough daily wear?

They are rated the same, so water resistance will not decide this. Choose on strap material and how much you mind scratching the case.

Is the more expensive one worth it?

Tissot PRX Powermatic 80 is the value pick at roughly $1055 less. Pay more only if a specific difference above matters to you — otherwise the cheaper one is the smarter buy. Confirm live listings, since marketplace pricing moves.

Evidence & Method

How we compared these watches

No WatchCompared hands-on test claimed
  • Catalog specifications are normalized into the same units before differences are calculated.
  • The verdict uses only populated fields and the source-backed observations listed here.
  • Missing evidence reduces the depth of the conclusion instead of being filled with assumptions.

This page currently relies on normalized catalog fields and calculated differences. No external reviewer observation is used in its verdict.

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