ASUS AirVision M1 vs TCL NXTWEAR S+ AR Glasses
Side-by-side comparison of specs, features, and pricing
Specs updated
Which should you buy?
Bottom line: the TCL NXTWEAR S+ AR Glasses is the better buy for most people at $449 less, unless you need the brighter display.
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Buy the ASUS AirVision M1 if…
- You need the brighter 1100-nit display (vs 600 nits)
Buy the TCL NXTWEAR S+ AR Glasses if…
- You want to spend $449 less ($250 vs $699)
- You want smoother 120Hz motion (vs 72Hz)
- You play on Nintendo Switch
- You play on PlayStation
Verdict generated from the recorded spec differences shown in the table below — when a spec is missing for either product, it is left out rather than guessed.
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Specs Comparison
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| Specification |  ASUS AirVision M1 $699 |  TCL NXTWEAR S+ AR Glasses $250 |
|---|---|---|
| Price | ||
| Price | $699 | $250 |
| Display | ||
| Display type | Micro-OLED | Dual Micro-OLED |
| Resolution | 1920x1080 | 1920x1080 |
| Field of view (°) | 38 | — |
| Refresh rate (Hz) | 72 | 120 |
| Brightness (nits) | 1100 | 600 |
| Virtual screen size (in) | 100 | 215 |
| HDR support | ✕ No | — |
| Color support | Full color | Full color |
| Optics | ||
| Optics type | birdbath | birdbath |
| Dimming control | ✓ Yes | ✓ Yes |
| Transparency level | magnetic shade included | — |
| Prescription support | ✓ Yes | ✓ Yes |
| Diopter range | Prescription lens holder in box, optician-fitted (1.6+ index recommended); no maker range published | Magnetic Rx insert via partner Lensology (£79, partner-sourced); tcl.com silent on S+ prescription support |
| Physical | ||
| Weight (g) | 87 | 87 |
| Frame style | glasses | — |
| Color options | Black | — |
| Foldable | ✓ Yes | ✕ No |
| Battery & power | ||
| Charging method | USB-C (powered by host device) | — |
| Connectivity | ||
| Connectivity | USB-C | USB-C (DP Alt Mode) |
| Tethered | ✓ Yes | — |
| Compatible devices | ROG Ally, Steam Deck, Windows PC, Mac, iPhone 15/16, Android, Tablets | Android, iOS, PC, Mac, Steam Deck, ROG Ally, PlayStation, Xbox, Nintendo Switch |
| Computing | ||
| Processing type | tethered | — |
| Operating system | — | None (plug-and-play external display) |
| Chipset | — | None (tethered display glasses) |
| Sensors & input | ||
| Camera | ✕ No | ✕ No |
| Microphones | 1 | — |
| Speakers | open-ear | open-ear |
| Tracking | 3DoF | 0DoF |
Buy the ASUS AirVision M1
Buy the TCL NXTWEAR S+ AR Glasses
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ASUS AirVision M1 vs TCL NXTWEAR S+ AR Glasses: FAQs
Which is newer: the ASUS AirVision M1 or the TCL NXTWEAR S+ AR Glasses?
The ASUS AirVision M1 is newer, released January 2025, versus February 2024 for the TCL NXTWEAR S+ AR Glasses.
Which is cheaper: the ASUS AirVision M1 or the TCL NXTWEAR S+ AR Glasses?
The ASUS AirVision M1 costs $699 and the TCL NXTWEAR S+ AR Glasses costs $250, making the TCL NXTWEAR S+ AR Glasses $449 cheaper.
Which has the brighter display: the ASUS AirVision M1 or the TCL NXTWEAR S+ AR Glasses?
The ASUS AirVision M1 is brighter at 1100 nits (ASUS AirVision M1: 1100 nits, TCL NXTWEAR S+ AR Glasses: 600 nits).
What is the main difference between the ASUS AirVision M1 and the TCL NXTWEAR S+ AR Glasses?
Based on recorded specs, the ASUS AirVision M1 leads on brightness (500 nits brighter) while the TCL NXTWEAR S+ AR Glasses leads on price ($449 cheaper).