Snap Spectacles Gen 5
Snap
$99/mo
- Field of view
- 46°
- Weight
- 226 g
- Battery
- 0.75 hr
The Snap Spectacles Gen 5 are true augmented reality glasses with a 46-degree field of view, full-color waveguide display, hand tracking, and 6DoF spatial awareness. Built on the Snap Lens Studio ecosystem, they overlay interactive 3D content onto the real world -- available to developers for $99/month.
Review
The Snap Spectacles Gen 5 are the most compelling true AR glasses available to developers today. The combination of…
Pros & cons
Pros
- True AR overlay with full-color waveguide display
- 46-degree FOV -- widest in consumer AR form factor
- Hand tracking and 6DoF spatial awareness for natural interaction
- Standalone processing -- no phone tether needed
- Access to rich Snap Lens Studio AR development ecosystem
Cons
- Only ~45 minutes of battery life during active AR use
- 226 grams is noticeably heavy for glasses
- Subscription-only pricing at $99/month (no purchase option)
- Developer-focused -- limited consumer app library
- No prescription lens support currently available
Full specifications
| Display | |
|---|---|
| Display type | Micro-LED waveguide |
| Field of view (°) | 46 |
| HDR support | ✕ No |
| Color support | Full color |
| Not published: Resolution, Pixels per degree, Refresh rate, Brightness, Virtual screen size | |
| Optics | |
| Optics type | waveguide |
| Dimming control | ✕ No |
| Transparency level | see-through AR overlay |
| Prescription support | ✕ No |
| Not published: Diopter range | |
| Physical | |
| Weight (g) | 226 |
| Frame style | wraparound |
| Color options | Matte Black |
| Foldable | ✕ No |
| Not published: IP rating | |
| Battery & power | |
| Battery life (hours) | 0.75 |
| Charging method | USB-C charging case |
| Charging time (min) | 1.5 |
| Connectivity | |
| Connectivity | Bluetooth 5.2, WiFi 6, USB-C |
| Tethered | ✕ No |
| Compatible devices | iOS, Android |
| Computing | |
| Processing type | on-device |
| Operating system | Snap OS |
| Chipset | Qualcomm Snapdragon AR2 Gen 1 |
| Sensors & input | |
| Camera | 12MP (2×) |
| Microphones | 4 |
| Speakers | open-ear · spatial audio |
| Tracking | 6DoF, hand, head |
| Gesture control | ✓ Yes |
| Voice control | ✓ Yes |
| Not published: AI assistant | |
Where to buy
Snap Spectacles Gen 5: FAQs
How much does the Snap Spectacles Gen 5 cost?
The Snap Spectacles Gen 5 costs $99/mo (USD). It is available from 1 retailer listed on this page.
What field of view does the Snap Spectacles Gen 5 have?
The Snap Spectacles Gen 5 has a recorded field of view of 46 degrees.
How much does the Snap Spectacles Gen 5 weigh?
The Snap Spectacles Gen 5 weighs 226g according to the manufacturer specification.
How long does the battery last on the Snap Spectacles Gen 5?
The Snap Spectacles Gen 5 has a rated battery life of 0.75 hours.
Does the Snap Spectacles Gen 5 have a camera?
Yes, the Snap Spectacles Gen 5 has a built-in camera (12MP).
What devices work with the Snap Spectacles Gen 5?
The Snap Spectacles Gen 5 lists compatibility with: iOS, Android.
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