Side by side

Vario Empire Tachymètre ChronographvsZelos LT Carbon

The numbers, the dial colors, the calibers — laid out so you can stop flipping between tabs.

Empire Tachymètre Chronograph
VarioEmpire Tachymètre Chronograph
MSRP $328
LT Carbon
ZelosLT Carbon
MSRP $449

At a glance

9 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Empire Tachymètre Chronograph38mm
LT Carbon40mm
Power Reserve
Empire Tachymètre Chronograph40h
LT Carbon40h
Water Resistance
Empire Tachymètre Chronograph50m
LT Carbon50m
MSRP
Empire Tachymètre Chronograph$328
LT Carbon$449

Full specifications

Case

5 specs
Category
Chronograph
Dress
Diameter
38mm
40mm
Thickness
11.5mm
10.8mm
Lug-to-Lug
38mm
40mm
Material
316L Stainless Steel
Forged Carbon

Crystal & Dial

1 specs
Dial Color
Black
Carbon

Movement

2 specs
Caliber
Seiko VK64 MecaQuartz
Miyota 9133
Type
Quartz
Automatic

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$328
$449

Follow this matchup

Get a note when Vario Empire Tachymètre Chronograph vs Zelos LT Carbon gets more votes, a community discussion, or a price drop. No account needed.

What people say

Owners + reviewers, side by side

Synthesized for each watch independently from owner discussions, enthusiast forums, written reviews, and video reviewers.

Vario Empire Tachymètre Chronograph

The Vario Empire Tachymètre Chronograph is praised for its elegant, art deco-inspired multi-layered dial and comfortable leather strap. Owners note its 38mm diameter, 46mm lug-to-lug, and 11.5mm thickness, along with a sapphire crystal and 5 ATM water resistance. Criticisms include the use of different fonts for sub-dial and perimeter markers, and the absence of a traditional running second hand. Overall, owners appreciate the Vario Empire Tachymètre Chronograph for its distinctive dial design and comfortable wearability.

Zelos LT Carbon

The forged carbon case construction is a standout feature, noted for its lightweight feel and distinctive pattern. The proprietary strap system limits aftermarket options. Reviewers disagree on the value proposition compared to alternatives.

Keep exploring

More watches worth a look

Matched to the watches above on size, movement, style and price — microbrands first. Open any one to dig in.

Adjacent matchups

People also compared

Comparisons nearby in the catalog — alternatives to the watches above paired against the matchup.