ASUS AirVision M1 vs XREAL Air 2 Pro
Side-by-side comparison of specs, features, and pricing
Specs updated
Which should you buy?
Bottom line: the XREAL Air 2 Pro is the better buy for most people at $450 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 500 nits)
Buy the XREAL Air 2 Pro if…
- You want to spend $450 less ($249 vs $699)
- You want the wider 46° field of view (vs 38°)
- You want the lighter 75g fit (vs 87g)
- You want smoother 120Hz motion (vs 72Hz)
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 |  XREAL Air 2 Pro $249 |
|---|---|---|
| Price | ||
| Price | $699 | $249 |
| Display | ||
| Display type | Micro-OLED | Sony 0.55-inch Micro-OLED |
| Resolution | 1920x1080 | 1920x1080 |
| Pixels per degree | — | 49 |
| Field of view (°) | 38 | 46 |
| Refresh rate (Hz) | 72 | 120 |
| Brightness (nits) | 1100 | 500 |
| Virtual screen size (in) | 100 | 330 |
| HDR support | ✕ No | ✕ No |
| Color support | Full color | Full color |
| Optics | ||
| Optics type | birdbath | birdbath |
| Dimming control | ✓ Yes | ✓ Yes |
| Transparency level | magnetic shade included | 3-level electrochromic (0%, 35%, 100%) |
| Prescription support | ✓ Yes | ✓ Yes |
| Diopter range | Prescription lens holder in box, optician-fitted (1.6+ index recommended); no maker range published | Prescription lens inserts (frame in box; partner JUN GINZA / Frame of Choice) |
| Physical | ||
| Weight (g) | 87 | 75 |
| 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, Nintendo Switch, PlayStation, Xbox |
| Computing | ||
| Processing type | tethered | tethered |
| Operating system | — | iPhone (15+/USB-C), Android, Windows, macOS, Steam Deck, consoles via Beam/adapters |
| Chipset | — | None on-device (spatial features require XREAL Beam or host app) |
| Sensors & input | ||
| Camera | ✕ No | ✕ No |
| Microphones | 1 | 2 |
| Speakers | open-ear | directional · spatial audio |
| Tracking | 3DoF | — |
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Buy the XREAL Air 2 Pro
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ASUS AirVision M1 vs XREAL Air 2 Pro: FAQs
Which is newer: the ASUS AirVision M1 or the XREAL Air 2 Pro?
The ASUS AirVision M1 is newer, released January 2025, versus November 2023 for the XREAL Air 2 Pro.
Which is cheaper: the ASUS AirVision M1 or the XREAL Air 2 Pro?
The ASUS AirVision M1 costs $699 and the XREAL Air 2 Pro costs $249, making the XREAL Air 2 Pro $450 cheaper.
Which has the larger field of view: the ASUS AirVision M1 or the XREAL Air 2 Pro?
The XREAL Air 2 Pro has the larger field of view: ASUS AirVision M1 measures 38 degrees vs 46 degrees for the XREAL Air 2 Pro.
Which is lighter: the ASUS AirVision M1 or the XREAL Air 2 Pro?
The XREAL Air 2 Pro is lighter at 75g. The ASUS AirVision M1 weighs 87g and the XREAL Air 2 Pro weighs 75g.
Which has the brighter display: the ASUS AirVision M1 or the XREAL Air 2 Pro?
The ASUS AirVision M1 is brighter at 1100 nits (ASUS AirVision M1: 1100 nits, XREAL Air 2 Pro: 500 nits).
What is the main difference between the ASUS AirVision M1 and the XREAL Air 2 Pro?
Based on recorded specs, the ASUS AirVision M1 leads on brightness (600 nits brighter) while the XREAL Air 2 Pro leads on price ($450 cheaper).