ASUS ROG XREAL R1 vs Rokid Max
Side-by-side comparison of specs, features, and pricing
Specs updated
The Rokid Max compared here is the original — the Rokid Max 2 has succeeded it.
Which should you buy?
Bottom line: the Rokid Max is the better buy for most people at $690 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 50°)
- You need the brighter 700-nit display (vs 600 nits)
- You want spatial audio
- You want adjustable lens dimming
Buy the Rokid Max if…
- You want to spend $690 less ($159 vs $849)
- You want the lighter 75g fit (vs 91g)
- You play on Steam Deck
- You're an iPhone user
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 |  Rokid Max $159 |
|---|---|---|
| Price | ||
| Price | $849 | $159 |
| Display | ||
| Display type | Sony 0.55-inch Micro-OLED | Sony Micro-OLED |
| Resolution | 1920x1080 | 1920x1080 |
| Pixels per degree | 40 | — |
| Field of view (°) | 57 | 50 |
| Refresh rate (Hz) | 120 | 120 |
| Brightness (nits) | 700 | 600 |
| Virtual screen size (in) | 171 | 215 |
| HDR support | ✕ No | ✕ No |
| 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) | 0.00 to -6.00 |
| Physical | ||
| Weight (g) | 91 | 75 |
| Frame style | gaming glasses | wraparound |
| Color options | Black | Space Blue |
| Foldable | ✓ Yes | ✓ Yes |
| Battery & power | ||
| Charging method | USB-C (powered by ROG Control Dock or host device) | USB-C (powered by connected device) |
| Connectivity | ||
| Connectivity | USB-C, DisplayPort 1.4, HDMI 2.0 | USB-C |
| Tethered | ✓ Yes | ✓ Yes |
| Compatible devices | ROG Ally, Windows PC, PlayStation, Xbox, Nintendo Switch | Android, iOS, PC, Mac, Steam Deck, ROG Ally, Nintendo Switch, PlayStation, Xbox |
| Computing | ||
| Processing type | tethered | 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 |
| Microphones | — | 1 |
| Speakers | open-ear · spatial audio | directional |
| Tracking | 3DoF | 3DoF |
Buy the ASUS ROG XREAL R1
Buy the Rokid Max
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ASUS ROG XREAL R1 vs Rokid Max: FAQs
Which is newer: the ASUS ROG XREAL R1 or the Rokid Max?
The ASUS ROG XREAL R1 is newer, released June 2026, versus March 2023 for the Rokid Max.
Which is cheaper: the ASUS ROG XREAL R1 or the Rokid Max?
The ASUS ROG XREAL R1 costs $849 and the Rokid Max costs $159, making the Rokid Max $690 cheaper.
Which has the larger field of view: the ASUS ROG XREAL R1 or the Rokid Max?
The ASUS ROG XREAL R1 has the larger field of view: ASUS ROG XREAL R1 measures 57 degrees vs 50 degrees for the Rokid Max.
Which is lighter: the ASUS ROG XREAL R1 or the Rokid Max?
The Rokid Max is lighter at 75g. The ASUS ROG XREAL R1 weighs 91g and the Rokid Max weighs 75g.
Which has the brighter display: the ASUS ROG XREAL R1 or the Rokid Max?
The ASUS ROG XREAL R1 is brighter at 700 nits (ASUS ROG XREAL R1: 700 nits, Rokid Max: 600 nits).
What is the main difference between the ASUS ROG XREAL R1 and the Rokid Max?
Based on recorded specs, the ASUS ROG XREAL R1 leads on field of view (7 degrees wider FOV) while the Rokid Max leads on price ($690 cheaper).