Longines Master Collection Moonphase vs Tissot PRX Powermatic 80 35mm

Longines's design language vs Tissot's approach

The Longines Master Collection Moonphase features a Stainless Steel case at 40mm with Sapphire Crystal protection. The Tissot PRX Powermatic 80 35mm offers Stainless Steel construction at 35mm with Sapphire Crystal. Both represent their brand's distinct design philosophy and heritage.

Automatic Caliber L899 vs Automatic Powermatic 80 (Caliber 80.111)

The Master Collection Moonphase runs the Automatic Caliber L899 (Automatic (ETA A31.L91 base), 72 Hours power reserve) at 25,200 vph (3.5 Hz) frequency. The PRX Powermatic 80 35mm uses the Automatic Powermatic 80 (Caliber 80.111) (ETA/Tissot Automatic, 80 Hours reserve) at 21,600 vph (3 Hz). The PRX Powermatic 80 35mm offers a longer power reserve.

40mm vs 35mm — different wrist presence

At 40mm, the Master Collection Moonphase has a bolder wrist presence compared to the PRX Powermatic 80 35mm at 35mm. Water resistance differs: 30m (3 ATM) vs 100m (10 ATM).

Tissot sits in the lower tier

The Longines Master Collection Moonphase sits at $2,500–$5,000 and the Tissot PRX Powermatic 80 35mm at $500–$1,000. On the specs that outlast any price: the Master Collection Moonphase uses Sapphire Crystal with 72 Hours, against Sapphire Crystal and 80 Hours on the PRX Powermatic 80 35mm. Service intervals are typically 5-7 years for both.

30m (3 ATM) vs 100m (10 ATM)

The Master Collection Moonphase is rated to 30m (3 ATM) while the PRX Powermatic 80 35mm handles 100m (10 ATM). The PRX Powermatic 80 35mm offers superior water resistance.