Lenovo ThinkReality A3
Lenovo
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- Field of view
- 40°
- Weight
- 130 g
- Camera
- 8MP
The Lenovo ThinkReality A3 is an enterprise tethered AR smart glasses featuring dual 1080p stereoscopic displays with a 40-degree field of view, powered by a Qualcomm Snapdragon XR1 processor. Connecting via USB-C to select ThinkPad workstations or Motorola phones, it delivers up to 5 virtual monitors, 6DoF room-scale tracking, and an 8MP camera for remote collaboration -- all in a 130-gram glasses form factor.
Pros & cons
Pros
- 130g lightweight glasses form factor -- far lighter than headband-style AR devices
- Up to 5 virtual monitors for AR-enhanced productivity workflows
- 6DoF room-scale tracking via dual fisheye cameras
- Integrates with Lenovo ThinkPad ecosystem for enterprise deployment
- Foldable design for easy transport and storage
Cons
- Tethered design requires specific ThinkPad or Motorola host devices
- No standalone capability -- completely dependent on host device
- 40-degree FOV is narrower than HoloLens 2 (52) or Magic Leap 2 (70)
- No hand or gesture tracking -- relies on host device input
- Limited device compatibility restricts deployment flexibility
Full specifications
| Display | |
|---|---|
| Display type | Stereoscopic binocular 1080p displays (birdbath optics) |
| Resolution | 1920x1080 |
| Field of view (°) | 40 |
| Refresh rate (Hz) | 60 |
| HDR support | ✕ No |
| Color support | Full color |
| Not published: Pixels per degree, Brightness, Virtual screen size | |
| Optics | |
| Optics type | birdbath |
| Dimming control | ✓ Yes |
| Transparency level | see-through AR overlay |
| Prescription support | ✓ Yes |
| Diopter range | Prescription insert frame support; swappable nosepieces and ear-horn extensions |
| Physical | |
| Weight (g) | 130 |
| Frame style | tethered glasses |
| Color options | Black |
| Foldable | ✓ Yes |
| Not published: IP rating | |
| Battery & power | |
| Charging method | USB-C (powered by host device) |
| Not published: Battery life, Charging time | |
| Connectivity | |
| Connectivity | USB-C 3.2 Gen 1, DisplayPort 1.4 |
| Tethered | ✓ Yes |
| Compatible devices | Windows (select ThinkPad workstations), Motorola phones |
| Computing | |
| Processing type | tethered |
| Operating system | ThinkReality platform (Industrial Edition, Android host) / Windows 10-11 (PC Edition) |
| Chipset | Qualcomm Snapdragon XR1 onboard co-processing; host compute from tethered PC/phone |
| Sensors & input | |
| Camera | 8MP (3×) |
| Microphones | 3 |
| Speakers | open-ear |
| Tracking | 6DoF, head, SLAM |
| Gesture control | ✕ No |
| Voice control | ✕ No |
| Not published: AI assistant | |
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Lenovo ThinkReality A3: FAQs
What field of view does the Lenovo ThinkReality A3 have?
The Lenovo ThinkReality A3 has a recorded field of view of 40 degrees.
How much does the Lenovo ThinkReality A3 weigh?
The Lenovo ThinkReality A3 weighs 130g according to the manufacturer specification.
Can I use the Lenovo ThinkReality A3 with prescription lenses?
Yes, the Lenovo ThinkReality A3 supports prescription lenses. The recorded diopter range is Prescription insert frame support; swappable nosepieces and ear-horn extensions.
Does the Lenovo ThinkReality A3 have a camera?
Yes, the Lenovo ThinkReality A3 has a built-in camera (8MP).
What devices work with the Lenovo ThinkReality A3?
The Lenovo ThinkReality A3 lists compatibility with: Windows (select ThinkPad workstations), Motorola phones.
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