Tissot PRX Watches: Which Model Is Right For You

Picking a Tissot PRX looks easy until you see the lineup. The same watch comes in several sizes. Some run on an automatic movement, others on quartz, and a few add a gold bezel. Prices shift with each choice, and so does the way the watch sits on your wrist.

Here’s the short version. Start with the 40 mm Powermatic 80 if you want the Tissot PRX most people picture. Choose 35 mm or 25 mm for a smaller wrist, and add the gold bezel if you’d like something dressier. Below, we explain how to decide, using real models from our Tissot collection at AZZI Jewelers.

The Story and Design of the Tissot PRX

From the 1978 Original to the 2021 Revival

The PRX first appeared in 1978 as a slim quartz watch with a tonneau-shaped case and a bracelet that flowed straight out of it. Tissot brought it back in February 2021, starting with a 40 mm quartz model. The Powermatic 80 automatic followed, and the family has since grown to include 35 mm versions and a chronograph.

The name is a code. PRX stands for Precise and Robust, and the X is the Roman numeral ten, tied to the watch’s water rating.

Design, Bracelet, and Straps

The flat, faceted case joins its bracelet with no visible lugs, and brushed and polished surfaces alternate across the steel. It’s slim enough to slide under a cuff.

Tissot lists compatible leather and rubber straps for the 40 mm, and many models use a quick-release system, so swapping takes seconds. Check each reference first, since not every PRX uses the same fitting.

Tissot PRX Specifications at a Glance

Two 40 mm models define the range. This table compares them.

The Tissot PRX Powermatic 80 is self-winding. Take it off Friday evening and it’s still going Monday morning. A Nivachron balance spring, designed to resist magnetism and temperature changes, sits inside, and many 40 mm models show the movement through a see-through caseback. The quartz version runs on a battery instead, so there’s no winding at all.

Sizes and Variations of Tissot PRX Watches

The PRX family spans an unusually wide range, from 25 mm up to a 42 mm chronograph. Here’s how our models fit that range.

40 mm: The Standard Pick

Our 40 mm PRX Powermatic 80, T137.907.97.201.00, is listed at $1,150, and it suits many wrists. Two other references, T137.407.11.351.00 and T137.407.11.091.00, are listed at $850 each. If you’re unsure, begin here.

Tissot PRX Powermatic 80 40 mm T137.907.97.201.00

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35 mm: The Balanced Option

The 35 mm is often suggested for smaller wrists and sits closest to the 1978 original in proportion. Our 35 mm PRX Powermatic 80, T931.207.41.111.00, pairs a steel case with an 18K gold bezel and sits in our T-Gold line.

Tissot PRX Powermatic 80 35mm Steel and 18K Gold Bezel T931.207.41.111.00

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25 mm: The Compact Choice

For slim wrists, the 25 mm PRX T137.010.33.506.00 is the most delicate option we list.

PRX 25mm T137.010.33.506.00

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Gold-Tone and Beyond

Tissot has also released gold-tone PRX models, in steel with a yellow gold coating, plus chronograph versions. Browse our collection to see what’s in stock.

Tissot Men’s PRX Watch: What to Look For

Shopping for a Tissot men’s PRX watch? Start with the 40 mm references above, then narrow by dial color, strap, and movement using the filters on our Tissot collection page. Try the watch on before you decide. A few millimeters can change how it feels.

• Measure your wrist, or try a few sizes on.
• Pick automatic or quartz.
• Choose steel, or steel with a gold bezel.
• Set your budget, then compare references within it.

Frequently Asked Questions

1. Is the Tissot PRX a men’s or women’s watch?

Neither, and both. Choose by wrist size, not by label. The 35 mm also works as a unisex watch.

2. Is Tissot a Swiss brand?

Yes. Tissot was founded in 1853, and its watches are Swiss-made.

3. Does a Tissot PRX come with a warranty?

Tissot watches come with a manufacturer warranty, and the terms can vary by reference. Ask us about your specific model before you buy.

4. Can I try a Tissot PRX on before buying?

Yes. Visit our showroom, or request a private appointment, and we’ll show you the PRX models in stock.

Why Choose Us?

AZZI Jewelers has served Michigan since 2000, and we’re proud to be a trusted local jeweler. You’ll get one-on-one service with personal guidance every step of the way, and flexible financing keeps the purchase comfortable. Tissot sits in our watch collection beside luxury names such as Rolex and Omega, so you can compare in one visit.

We are an authorized Tissot dealer, and our PRX collection currently lists 14 watches. The wider Tissot range goes beyond PRX, with Le Locle and Seastar models alongside T-Touch smartwatches.

Stock changes, so check the collection page for what’s available today.