Brilliant Labs Frame vs RealWear Navigator 520
Side-by-side comparison of specs, features, and pricing
Specs updated
Which should you buy?
Bottom line: the Brilliant Labs Frame is the better buy for most people at $2801 less, unless you need the wider field of view.
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Buy the Brilliant Labs Frame if…
- You want to spend $2801 less ($349 vs $3150)
- You want the lighter 40g fit (vs 270g)
- You're an iPhone user
Buy the RealWear Navigator 520 if…
- You want the wider 24° field of view (vs 20°)
- You need longer battery life (8 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.
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Specs Comparison
| Specification |  Brilliant Labs Frame $349 |  RealWear Navigator 520 $3,150 |
|---|---|---|
| Price | ||
| Price | $349 | $3,150 |
| Optics | ||
| Optics type | prism | — |
| Dimming control | — | ✓ Yes |
| Prescription support | ✓ Yes | ✓ Yes |
| Diopter range | -6 to +2 | Worn with prescription glasses, safety glasses, or hard hats |
| Physical | ||
| Weight (g) | 40 | 270 |
| Frame style | round classic | — |
| Color options | Clear, Grey | — |
| Foldable | ✓ Yes | ✕ No |
| Battery & power | ||
| Battery life (hours) | 4 | 8 |
| Charging method | USB-C via Mister Power charging dock | — |
| Charging time (min) | 1 | — |
| Connectivity | ||
| Connectivity | Bluetooth 5.3 | USB-C |
| Tethered | ✕ No | — |
| Compatible devices | iOS, Android | Standalone |
| Computing | ||
| Processing type | phone | — |
| Operating system | open-source (Noa firmware) | Android 11 (RealWear voice-first UI, WearHF) |
| Chipset | Nordic nRF52840 + Lattice FPGA | Qualcomm Snapdragon 662 (8-core 2.0GHz, Adreno 610), 4GB RAM, 64GB storage |
| Sensors & input | ||
| Camera | 720p | 48MP |
| Microphones | 1 | — |
| Speakers | ✕ No | open-ear |
| Tracking | — | 3DoF |
| Voice control | ✓ Yes | — |
| AI assistant | Noa AI (open-source) | — |
Buy the Brilliant Labs Frame
Buy the RealWear Navigator 520
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Brilliant Labs Frame vs RealWear Navigator 520: FAQs
Which is newer: the Brilliant Labs Frame or the RealWear Navigator 520?
The Brilliant Labs Frame is newer, released April 2024, versus January 2023 for the RealWear Navigator 520.
Which is cheaper: the Brilliant Labs Frame or the RealWear Navigator 520?
The Brilliant Labs Frame costs $349 and the RealWear Navigator 520 costs $3150, making the Brilliant Labs Frame $2801 cheaper.
Which has the larger field of view: the Brilliant Labs Frame or the RealWear Navigator 520?
The RealWear Navigator 520 has the larger field of view: Brilliant Labs Frame measures 20 degrees vs 24 degrees for the RealWear Navigator 520.
Which is lighter: the Brilliant Labs Frame or the RealWear Navigator 520?
The Brilliant Labs Frame is lighter at 40g. The Brilliant Labs Frame weighs 40g and the RealWear Navigator 520 weighs 270g.
What is the main difference between the Brilliant Labs Frame and the RealWear Navigator 520?
Based on recorded specs, the Brilliant Labs Frame leads on price ($2801 cheaper) while the RealWear Navigator 520 leads on field of view (4 degrees wider FOV).