Maurice Lacroix Aikon Automatic vs Tissot PRX Powermatic 80 35mm

Maurice Lacroix's design language vs Tissot's approach

The Maurice Lacroix Aikon Automatic features a Stainless Steel case at 42mm 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 ML115 vs Automatic Powermatic 80 (Caliber 80.111)

The Aikon Automatic runs the Automatic ML115 (Automatic (Sellita SW200-1 base), 38 Hours power reserve) at 28,800 vph (4 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.

42mm vs 35mm — different wrist presence

At 42mm, the Aikon Automatic has a bolder wrist presence compared to the PRX Powermatic 80 35mm at 35mm. Water resistance differs: 200m (20 ATM) vs 100m (10 ATM).

Tissot sits in the lower tier

The Maurice Lacroix Aikon Automatic sits at $1,500–$2,500 and the Tissot PRX Powermatic 80 35mm at $500–$1,000. On the specs that outlast any price: the Aikon Automatic uses Sapphire Crystal with 38 Hours, against Sapphire Crystal and 80 Hours on the PRX Powermatic 80 35mm. Service intervals are typically 5-7 years for both.

200m (20 ATM) vs 100m (10 ATM)

The Aikon Automatic is rated to 200m (20 ATM) while the PRX Powermatic 80 35mm handles 100m (10 ATM). The Aikon Automatic is better suited for water activities.