ASUS ROG XREAL R1 vs XREAL xbx a01+
Side-by-side comparison of specs, features, and pricing
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Which should you buy?
Bottom line: the XREAL xbx a01+ 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 50°)
- You want spatial audio
- You want adjustable lens dimming
- You play on Nintendo Switch
Buy the XREAL xbx a01+ if…
- You want to spend $550 less ($299 vs $849)
- You need the brighter 1600-nit display (vs 700 nits)
- You want the lighter 62g 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 |  XREAL xbx a01+ $299 |
|---|---|---|
| Price | ||
| Price | $849 | $299 |
| Display | ||
| Display type | Sony 0.55-inch Micro-OLED | Micro-OLED (SeeYa 0.6-inch, dual-layer) |
| Resolution | 1920x1080 | 1920x1080 |
| Pixels per degree | 40 | — |
| Field of view (°) | 57 | 50 |
| Refresh rate (Hz) | 120 | 120 |
| Brightness (nits) | 700 | 1600 |
| Virtual screen size (in) | 171 | 147 |
| 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) | Prescription lens inserts (1.6 or 1.67 index); myopia to -10.00D, hyperopia to +6.00D, astigmatism to -4.00D |
| Physical | ||
| Weight (g) | 91 | 62 |
| 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, ROG Ally |
| Computing | ||
| Processing type | tethered | — |
| Operating system | PC, Xbox Series X/S, PS5, Nintendo Switch (via dock), Android/iPhone, ROG Ally | iPhone 15/16/17, iPad, Android, Mac, PC, Steam Deck, 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 |
| Tracking | 3DoF | — |
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ASUS ROG XREAL R1 vs XREAL xbx a01+: FAQs
Which is newer: the ASUS ROG XREAL R1 or the XREAL xbx a01+?
The XREAL xbx a01+ is newer, released July 2026, versus June 2026 for the ASUS ROG XREAL R1.
Which is cheaper: the ASUS ROG XREAL R1 or the XREAL xbx a01+?
The ASUS ROG XREAL R1 costs $849 and the XREAL xbx a01+ costs $299, making the XREAL xbx a01+ $550 cheaper.
Which has the larger field of view: the ASUS ROG XREAL R1 or the XREAL xbx a01+?
The ASUS ROG XREAL R1 has the larger field of view: ASUS ROG XREAL R1 measures 57 degrees vs 50 degrees for the XREAL xbx a01+.
Which is lighter: the ASUS ROG XREAL R1 or the XREAL xbx a01+?
The XREAL xbx a01+ is lighter at 62g. The ASUS ROG XREAL R1 weighs 91g and the XREAL xbx a01+ weighs 62g.
Which has the brighter display: the ASUS ROG XREAL R1 or the XREAL xbx a01+?
The XREAL xbx a01+ is brighter at 1600 nits (ASUS ROG XREAL R1: 700 nits, XREAL xbx a01+: 1600 nits).
What is the main difference between the ASUS ROG XREAL R1 and the XREAL xbx a01+?
Based on recorded specs, the ASUS ROG XREAL R1 leads on field of view (7 degrees wider FOV) while the XREAL xbx a01+ leads on price ($550 cheaper).