Brilliant Labs Frame vs Even Realities G1
Side-by-side comparison of specs, features, and pricing
Which should you buy?
Open-source AI glasses vs polished consumer HUD ($419 vs $599); developer-leaning buyer decision.
Buy the Brilliant Labs Frame if…
- You want to spend $250 less ($349 vs $599)
- You want a built-in camera
Buy the Even Realities G1 if…
- You want the wider 25° field of view (vs 20°)
- You need longer battery life (36 hours vs 4)
- You want adjustable lens dimming
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.
Specs Comparison
| Specification |  Brilliant Labs Frame $349 |  Even Realities G1 $599 |
|---|---|---|
| Price | ||
| Price | $349 | $599 |
| Optics | ||
| Optics type | prism | waveguide |
| Dimming control | ✕ No | ✓ Yes |
| Transparency level | — | 98% passthrough |
| Prescription support | ✓ Yes | ✓ Yes |
| Diopter range | -6 to +2 | single vision and progressive lenses available |
| Physical | ||
| Weight (g) | 40 | 44 |
| Frame style | round classic | classic panto and rectangular |
| Color options | Clear, Grey | Grey, Green, Brown |
| Foldable | ✓ Yes | ✓ Yes |
| Battery & power | ||
| Battery life (hours) | 4 | 36 |
| Charging method | USB-C via Mister Power charging dock | Wireless charging case |
| Charging time (min) | 1 | 2.5 |
| Connectivity | ||
| Connectivity | Bluetooth 5.3 | Bluetooth 5.2 |
| Tethered | ✕ No | ✕ No |
| Compatible devices | iOS, Android | iOS, Android |
| Computing | ||
| Processing type | phone | phone |
| Operating system | open-source (Noa firmware) | Even AI companion app; open SDK announced Nov 2024 |
| Chipset | Nordic nRF52840 + Lattice FPGA | phone-tethered (Even AI app, iOS/Android) |
| Sensors & input | ||
| Camera | 720p | ✕ No |
| Microphones | 1 | 2 |
| Speakers | ✕ No | ✕ No |
| Gesture control | ✕ No | ✕ No |
| Voice control | ✓ Yes | ✓ Yes |
| AI assistant | Noa AI (open-source) | Even AI |
Buy the Brilliant Labs Frame
Buy the Even Realities G1
Brilliant Labs Frame vs Even Realities G1: FAQs
Which is cheaper: the Brilliant Labs Frame or the Even Realities G1?
The Brilliant Labs Frame costs $349 and the Even Realities G1 costs $599, making the Brilliant Labs Frame $250 cheaper.
Which has the larger field of view: the Brilliant Labs Frame or the Even Realities G1?
The Even Realities G1 has the larger field of view: Brilliant Labs Frame measures 20 degrees vs 25 degrees for the Even Realities G1.
Which is lighter: the Brilliant Labs Frame or the Even Realities G1?
The Brilliant Labs Frame is lighter at 40g. The Brilliant Labs Frame weighs 40g and the Even Realities G1 weighs 44g.
What is the main difference between the Brilliant Labs Frame and the Even Realities G1?
Based on recorded specs, the Brilliant Labs Frame leads on price ($250 cheaper) while the Even Realities G1 leads on field of view (5 degrees wider FOV).