ASUS ROG XREAL R1 vs XREAL 1S
Side-by-side comparison of specs, features, and pricing
Specs updated
Which should you buy?
Bottom line: the XREAL 1S is the better buy for most people at $400 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 52°)
Buy the XREAL 1S if…
- You want to spend $400 less ($449 vs $849)
- You want the lighter 82g 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 |  XREAL 1S $449 |
|---|---|---|
| Price | ||
| Price | $849 | $449 |
| Display | ||
| Display type | Sony 0.55-inch Micro-OLED | Sony Micro-OLED (1200p panels) |
| Resolution | 1920x1080 | 1920x1200 |
| Pixels per degree | 40 | — |
| Field of view (°) | 57 | 52 |
| Refresh rate (Hz) | 120 | 120 |
| Brightness (nits) | 700 | 700 |
| Virtual screen size (in) | 171 | 171 |
| HDR support | ✕ No | ✕ No |
| Color support | Full color | Full color |
| Optics | ||
| Optics type | prism | birdbath |
| Dimming control | ✓ Yes | ✓ Yes |
| Transparency level | electrochromic auto-dimming | 3-level electrochromic (0%, 35%, 100%) |
| Prescription support | ✓ Yes | ✓ Yes |
| Diopter range | Lens insert frame included (no lenses); fitted at an optician or ordered from XREAL ($59.90) | Prescription lens inserts (shared One/1S SKU, $49.90 at XREAL; no maker-published range) |
| Physical | ||
| Weight (g) | 91 | 82 |
| Frame style | gaming glasses | wraparound |
| Color options | Black | Cobalt 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, Nintendo Switch 2, PlayStation, Xbox |
| Computing | ||
| Processing type | tethered | tethered |
| Operating system | PC, Xbox Series X/S, PS5, Nintendo Switch (via dock), Android/iPhone, ROG Ally | iPhone, Android, Windows, macOS, Steam Deck, Switch/Switch 2 (via Neo hub) |
| Chipset | XREAL X1 chip (3ms M2P latency), 0.01ms panel response | XREAL X1 chip (3ms latency, 120Hz) |
| Sensors & input | ||
| Camera | ✕ No | ✕ No |
| Microphones | — | 2 |
| Speakers | open-ear · spatial audio | directional · spatial audio |
| Tracking | 3DoF | 3DoF |
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ASUS ROG XREAL R1 vs XREAL 1S: FAQs
Which is newer: the ASUS ROG XREAL R1 or the XREAL 1S?
The ASUS ROG XREAL R1 is newer, released June 2026, versus January 2026 for the XREAL 1S.
Which is cheaper: the ASUS ROG XREAL R1 or the XREAL 1S?
The ASUS ROG XREAL R1 costs $849 and the XREAL 1S costs $449, making the XREAL 1S $400 cheaper.
Which has the larger field of view: the ASUS ROG XREAL R1 or the XREAL 1S?
The ASUS ROG XREAL R1 has the larger field of view: ASUS ROG XREAL R1 measures 57 degrees vs 52 degrees for the XREAL 1S.
Which is lighter: the ASUS ROG XREAL R1 or the XREAL 1S?
The XREAL 1S is lighter at 82g. The ASUS ROG XREAL R1 weighs 91g and the XREAL 1S weighs 82g.
What is the main difference between the ASUS ROG XREAL R1 and the XREAL 1S?
Based on recorded specs, the ASUS ROG XREAL R1 leads on field of view (5 degrees wider FOV) while the XREAL 1S leads on price ($400 cheaper).