AI-Enabled

RealWear Navigator 520

RealWear

$3,150

Field of view: 24°
Weight: 274 g
Battery: 8 hr

The RealWear Navigator 520 are smart glasses with a heads-up display from RealWear, released 2023-01. They feature a 1280x720 per-eye HyperDisplay monocular LCD (occluded, boom-arm mounted), 24° field of view. Weight is 274g. Best for: Frontline industrial workers in loud, dirty, or hazardous environments needing rugged hands-free remote assist and documentation.

Pros & cons

Pros

Fully hands-free voice-first UI works in up to 100 dB industrial noise
Rugged: IP66, MIL-STD-810H, 2m drop rated
Hot-swappable battery for full-shift use
Modular 48MP camera, swappable for FLIR thermal module
Higher-res HyperDisplay (53.3 PPD) than Navigator 500

Cons

Expensive ($3,150)
Monocular occluded display — assisted reality, not true AR overlay
Heavier than glasses-style devices (274 g)
Some resellers flag EOL/limited stock as newer RealWear devices ship

Full specifications

Optics
Dimming control	✓ Yes
Prescription support	✓ Yes
Diopter range	Worn with prescription glasses, safety glasses, or hard hats
Not published: Optics type, Transparency level
Physical
Weight (g)	274
Foldable	✕ No
Not published: Frame style, Color options, IP rating
Battery & power
Battery life (hours)	8
Not published: Charging method, Charging time
Connectivity
Connectivity	USB-C
Tethered	✕ No
Not published: Compatible devices
Computing
Operating system	Android 11 (RealWear voice-first UI, WearHF)
Chipset	Qualcomm Snapdragon 662 (8-core 2.0GHz, Adreno 610), 4GB RAM, 64GB storage
Not published: Processing type
Sensors & input
Camera	48MP
Speakers	open-ear
Tracking	3DoF
Gesture control	✕ No
Voice control	✕ No
Not published: Microphones, AI assistant

Where to buy

Check price at RealWear Store

RealWear Navigator 520: FAQs

How much does the RealWear Navigator 520 cost?

The RealWear Navigator 520 costs $3,150 (USD).

What field of view does the RealWear Navigator 520 have?

The RealWear Navigator 520 has a recorded field of view of 24 degrees.

How much does the RealWear Navigator 520 weigh?

The RealWear Navigator 520 weighs 274g according to the manufacturer specification.

How long does the battery last on the RealWear Navigator 520?

The RealWear Navigator 520 has a rated battery life of 8 hours.

Can I use the RealWear Navigator 520 with prescription lenses?

Yes, the RealWear Navigator 520 supports prescription lenses. The recorded diopter range is Worn with prescription glasses, safety glasses, or hard hats.

Does the RealWear Navigator 520 have a camera?

Yes, the RealWear Navigator 520 has a built-in camera (48MP).

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