ASUS AirVision M1 vs TCL NxtWear S
Side-by-side comparison of specs, features, and pricing
Specs updated
Which should you buy?
Bottom line: the TCL NxtWear S is the better buy for most people at $300 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 400 nits)
Buy the TCL NxtWear S if…
- You want to spend $300 less ($399 vs $699)
- You want the wider 45° field of view (vs 38°)
- 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 $399 |
|---|---|---|
| Price | ||
| Price | $699 | $399 |
| Display | ||
| Display type | Micro-OLED | Sony Micro-OLED |
| Resolution | 1920x1080 | 1920x1080 |
| Pixels per degree | — | 49 |
| Field of view (°) | 38 | 45 |
| Refresh rate (Hz) | 72 | 60 |
| Brightness (nits) | 1100 | 400 |
| Virtual screen size (in) | 100 | 130 |
| HDR support | ✕ No | ✕ No |
| Color support | Full color | Full color |
| Optics | ||
| Optics type | birdbath | birdbath |
| Dimming control | ✓ Yes | ✓ Yes |
| Transparency level | magnetic shade included | electrochromic (adjustable tint) |
| Prescription support | ✓ Yes | ✓ Yes |
| Diopter range | Prescription lens holder in box, optician-fitted (1.6+ index recommended); no maker range published | Prescription inserts available |
| Physical | ||
| Weight (g) | 87 | 89 |
| Frame style | glasses | wraparound |
| Color options | Black | Dark Gray |
| Foldable | ✓ Yes | ✓ Yes |
| Battery & power | ||
| Charging method | USB-C (powered by host device) | USB-C (powered by connected device) |
| Connectivity | ||
| Connectivity | USB-C | USB-C |
| Tethered | ✓ Yes | ✓ 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 | tethered |
| Sensors & input | ||
| Camera | ✕ No | ✕ No |
| Microphones | 1 | 2 |
| Speakers | open-ear | open-ear |
| Tracking | 3DoF | — |
Buy the ASUS AirVision M1
Buy the TCL NxtWear S
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ASUS AirVision M1 vs TCL NxtWear S: FAQs
Which is newer: the ASUS AirVision M1 or the TCL NxtWear S?
The ASUS AirVision M1 is newer, released January 2025, versus June 2023 for the TCL NxtWear S.
Which is cheaper: the ASUS AirVision M1 or the TCL NxtWear S?
The ASUS AirVision M1 costs $699 and the TCL NxtWear S costs $399, making the TCL NxtWear S $300 cheaper.
Which has the larger field of view: the ASUS AirVision M1 or the TCL NxtWear S?
The TCL NxtWear S has the larger field of view: ASUS AirVision M1 measures 38 degrees vs 45 degrees for the TCL NxtWear S.
Which is lighter: the ASUS AirVision M1 or the TCL NxtWear S?
The ASUS AirVision M1 is lighter at 87g. The ASUS AirVision M1 weighs 87g and the TCL NxtWear S weighs 89g.
Which has the brighter display: the ASUS AirVision M1 or the TCL NxtWear S?
The ASUS AirVision M1 is brighter at 1100 nits (ASUS AirVision M1: 1100 nits, TCL NxtWear S: 400 nits).
What is the main difference between the ASUS AirVision M1 and the TCL NxtWear S?
Based on recorded specs, the ASUS AirVision M1 leads on weight (2g lighter) while the TCL NxtWear S leads on price ($300 cheaper).