At a glance
- Display type
- Sony 0.68-inch Micro-OLED
- Resolution
- 1920x1080
- Field of view
- 46°
- Refresh rate
- 120 Hz
- Brightness
- 400 nits
- Weight
- 79 g
- Started the modern display-glasses category and stayed light at 79g
- Sharp Sony micro-OLED 1080p picture for its era, individually color-calibrated
- Discontinued — XREAL no longer sells it, so you are buying used or leftover stock
- No camera and no on-device chip; spatial features need a host app or the XREAL Beam
XREAL Air
XREAL
$379
See current alternatives- Field of view
- 46°
- Weight
- 79 g
- Brightness
- 400 nits
The XREAL Air are the display glasses that started XREAL's consumer line, sold first as the Nreal Air (Japan, March 2022; US, September 2022 at $379). They give you a private 1080p screen from a Sony 0.68-inch micro-OLED with a 46° field of view — shipped at 60Hz, raised to 120Hz in 2D by a free 2023 firmware update. Weight is 79g, with a prescription insert frame in the box. Discontinued: XREAL no longer sells or restocks it, and its shop pages are gone; the Air 2 (2023) and One series took its place. Last official price was $197.
Pros & cons
Pros
- Started the modern display-glasses category and stayed light at 79g
- Sharp Sony micro-OLED 1080p picture for its era, individually color-calibrated
- Prescription lens insert frame shipped in the box
- Free firmware update lifted refresh from 60Hz to 120Hz in 2D
Cons
- Discontinued — XREAL no longer sells it, so you are buying used or leftover stock
- No camera and no on-device chip; spatial features need a host app or the XREAL Beam
- 400-nit brightness and 46° field of view trail every current XREAL model
- No electrochromic dimming (arrived later on the Air 2 Pro)
Full specifications
Specs last verified
| Display | |
|---|---|
| Display type | Sony 0.68-inch Micro-OLED |
| Resolution | 1920x1080 |
| Pixels per degree | 49 |
| Field of view (°) | 46 |
| Refresh rate (Hz) | 120 |
| Brightness (nits) | 400 |
| Virtual screen size (in) | 201 |
| Color support | Full color |
| Not published: HDR support | |
| Optics | |
| Optics type | birdbath |
| Dimming control | ✓ Yes |
| Prescription support | ✓ Yes |
| Prescription options | Inserts / lens frame via none maker-named |
| Not published: Transparency level | |
| Physical | |
| Weight (g) | 79 |
| Foldable | ✕ No |
| Not published: Frame style, Color options, IP rating | |
| Connectivity | |
| Connectivity | USB-C (DP Alt Mode) |
| Compatible devices | Android, iOS, PC, Mac, Steam Deck, Nintendo Switch, PlayStation, Xbox, ROG Ally |
| Not published: Tethered | |
| Computing | |
| Operating system | Android, Windows, macOS, Steam Deck, ROG Ally; iPhone and HDMI hosts via the XREAL Adapter; consoles via XREAL Beam |
| Chipset | None on-device (plain USB-C display; spatial features require XREAL Beam or host app) |
| Not published: Processing type | |
| Sensors & input | |
| Camera | ✕ No |
| Microphones | 2 |
| Speakers | open-ear |
| Tracking | 3DoF |
| Not published: Gesture control, Voice control | |
Prescription options
The documented prescription routes for the XREAL Air, from the maker and named-partner documentation recorded in our database.
- Inserts / lens frame via none maker-named — range not published by the maker Source: docs.xreal.com documentation
Maker documentation as recorded 2026-10-07. Ranges are the maker's published limits, not medical advice — confirm your exact prescription with your optician before ordering.
Where to buy
XREAL Air specs: quick answers
- What is the XREAL Air's field of view?
- The XREAL Air has a 46-degree field of view.
- What is the XREAL Air's display resolution?
- The XREAL Air's recorded per-eye display resolution is 1920x1080.
- How bright is the XREAL Air's display?
- The XREAL Air has a rated peak brightness of 400 nits.
- How much does the XREAL Air weigh?
- The XREAL Air's glasses weigh 79g according to the manufacturer specification.
- How much does the XREAL Air cost?
- The XREAL Air costs $379.
XREAL Air: FAQs
How much does the XREAL Air cost?
The XREAL Air costs $379 (USD). It is available from 1 retailer listed on this page.
What field of view does the XREAL Air have?
The XREAL Air has a recorded field of view of 46 degrees.
How much does the XREAL Air weigh?
The XREAL Air weighs 79g according to the manufacturer specification.
Can I use the XREAL Air with prescription lenses?
Yes, the XREAL Air supports prescription lenses. The recorded diopter range is Prescription lens insert frame ships in the box; lenses fitted by an optician — XREAL published no partner list or diopter range for the original Air.
What devices work with the XREAL Air?
The XREAL Air lists compatibility with: Android, iOS, PC, Mac, Steam Deck, Nintendo Switch, PlayStation, Xbox.
What resolution does the XREAL Air have?
The XREAL Air has a recorded per-eye resolution of 1920x1080. It refreshes at 120Hz.
Are the XREAL Air good for gaming?
The XREAL Air runs at a recorded 120Hz refresh rate with a 46-degree field of view -- the display specs that matter most for gaming.
Is the XREAL Air worth it?
The XREAL Air is priced at $379 (USD). For that you get a 46-degree field of view, 400 nits of brightness, and a 1920x1080 per-eye resolution. It weighs 79g. The full spec breakdown on this page shows what the price includes.
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