Brilliant Labs Frame vs Vuzix M400 Smart Glasses
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 $1150.99 less, unless you need adjustable lens dimming.
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Buy the Brilliant Labs Frame if…
- You want to spend $1150.99 less ($349 vs $1499.99)
- You want the wider 20° field of view (vs 16.8°)
- You want the lighter 40g fit (vs 190g)
- You need longer battery life (4 hours vs 2)
Buy the Vuzix M400 Smart Glasses if…
- 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 |  Vuzix M400 Smart Glasses $1,500 |
|---|---|---|
| Price | ||
| Price | $349 | $1,500 |
| Optics | ||
| Optics type | prism | — |
| Dimming control | — | ✓ Yes |
| Prescription support | ✓ Yes | ✓ Yes |
| Diopter range | -6 to +2 | Works alongside prescription glasses / safety frames via mounting options |
| Physical | ||
| Weight (g) | 40 | 190 |
| Frame style | round classic | — |
| Color options | Clear, Grey | — |
| Foldable | ✓ Yes | ✕ No |
| Battery & power | ||
| Battery life (hours) | 4 | 2 |
| 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, iOS, Android |
| Computing | ||
| Processing type | phone | — |
| Operating system | open-source (Noa firmware) | Android 9.0 (upgraded builds available; APK sideloading) |
| Chipset | Nordic nRF52840 + Lattice FPGA | Qualcomm Snapdragon XR1 (8-core, 2.52GHz), 6GB RAM, 64GB storage |
| Sensors & input | ||
| Camera | 720p | 12.8MP |
| Microphones | 1 | — |
| Speakers | ✕ No | open-ear |
| Tracking | — | 3DoF |
| Voice control | ✓ Yes | — |
| AI assistant | Noa AI (open-source) | — |
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Brilliant Labs Frame vs Vuzix M400 Smart Glasses: FAQs
Which is newer: the Brilliant Labs Frame or the Vuzix M400 Smart Glasses?
The Brilliant Labs Frame is newer, released April 2024, versus September 2019 for the Vuzix M400 Smart Glasses.
Which is cheaper: the Brilliant Labs Frame or the Vuzix M400 Smart Glasses?
The Brilliant Labs Frame costs $349 and the Vuzix M400 Smart Glasses costs $1499.99, making the Brilliant Labs Frame $1150.99 cheaper.
Which has the larger field of view: the Brilliant Labs Frame or the Vuzix M400 Smart Glasses?
The Brilliant Labs Frame has the larger field of view: Brilliant Labs Frame measures 20 degrees vs 16.8 degrees for the Vuzix M400 Smart Glasses.
Which is lighter: the Brilliant Labs Frame or the Vuzix M400 Smart Glasses?
The Brilliant Labs Frame is lighter at 40g. The Brilliant Labs Frame weighs 40g and the Vuzix M400 Smart Glasses weighs 190g.