ASUS ROG XREAL R1 vs RayNeo GT
Side-by-side comparison of specs, features, and pricing
Specs updated
Which should you buy?
Bottom line: the RayNeo GT is the better buy for most people at $550 less, unless you need the wider field of view.
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Buy the ASUS ROG XREAL R1 if…
- You want the wider 57° field of view (vs 46°)
- You want adjustable lens dimming
- You play on Nintendo Switch
- You play on PlayStation
Buy the RayNeo GT if…
- You want to spend $550 less ($299 vs $849)
- You need the brighter 1200-nit display (vs 700 nits)
- You want the lighter 68g fit (vs 91g)
- You want HDR support
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 ROG XREAL R1 $849 |  RayNeo GT $299 |
|---|---|---|
| Price | ||
| Price | $849 | $299 |
| Display | ||
| Display type | Sony 0.55-inch Micro-OLED | Micro-OLED (Vision 4000 display chip) |
| Resolution | 1920x1080 | 1920x1080 |
| Pixels per degree | 40 | 49 |
| Field of view (°) | 57 | 46 |
| Refresh rate (Hz) | 120 | 120 |
| Brightness (nits) | 700 | 1200 |
| Virtual screen size (in) | 171 | 201 |
| HDR support | ✕ No | ✓ Yes |
| Color support | Full color | Full color |
| Optics | ||
| Optics type | prism | birdbath |
| Dimming control | ✓ Yes | — |
| Transparency level | electrochromic auto-dimming | — |
| Prescription support | ✓ Yes | ✓ Yes |
| Diopter range | Lens insert frame included (no lenses); fitted at an optician or ordered from XREAL ($59.90) | Custom prescription lenses via Lensology (fixed 64 mm IPD) |
| Physical | ||
| Weight (g) | 91 | 68 |
| Frame style | gaming glasses | — |
| Color options | Black | — |
| Foldable | ✓ Yes | ✕ No |
| Battery & power | ||
| Charging method | USB-C (powered by ROG Control Dock or host device) | — |
| Connectivity | ||
| Connectivity | USB-C, DisplayPort 1.4, HDMI 2.0 | USB-C (DP Alt Mode) |
| Tethered | ✓ Yes | — |
| Compatible devices | ROG Ally, Windows PC, PlayStation, Xbox, Nintendo Switch | iOS, Android, Mac, PC, Steam Deck |
| Computing | ||
| Processing type | tethered | — |
| Operating system | PC, Xbox Series X/S, PS5, Nintendo Switch (via dock), Android/iPhone, ROG Ally | — |
| Chipset | XREAL X1 chip (3ms M2P latency), 0.01ms panel response | — |
| Sensors & input | ||
| Camera | ✕ No | ✕ No |
| Speakers | open-ear · spatial audio | open-ear · spatial audio |
| Tracking | 3DoF | 3DoF, Zone 360 3DoF chip (Pinned/Steady/Follow viewing modes) |
Buy the ASUS ROG XREAL R1
Buy the RayNeo GT
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ASUS ROG XREAL R1 vs RayNeo GT: FAQs
Which is newer: the ASUS ROG XREAL R1 or the RayNeo GT?
The RayNeo GT is newer, released September 2026, versus June 2026 for the ASUS ROG XREAL R1.
Which is cheaper: the ASUS ROG XREAL R1 or the RayNeo GT?
The ASUS ROG XREAL R1 costs $849 and the RayNeo GT costs $299, making the RayNeo GT $550 cheaper.
Which has the larger field of view: the ASUS ROG XREAL R1 or the RayNeo GT?
The ASUS ROG XREAL R1 has the larger field of view: ASUS ROG XREAL R1 measures 57 degrees vs 46 degrees for the RayNeo GT.
Which is lighter: the ASUS ROG XREAL R1 or the RayNeo GT?
The RayNeo GT is lighter at 68g. The ASUS ROG XREAL R1 weighs 91g and the RayNeo GT weighs 68g.
Which has the brighter display: the ASUS ROG XREAL R1 or the RayNeo GT?
The RayNeo GT is brighter at 1200 nits (ASUS ROG XREAL R1: 700 nits, RayNeo GT: 1200 nits).
What is the main difference between the ASUS ROG XREAL R1 and the RayNeo GT?
Based on recorded specs, the ASUS ROG XREAL R1 leads on field of view (11 degrees wider FOV) while the RayNeo GT leads on price ($550 cheaper).