Dream Glass Flow vs TCL NxtWear S
Side-by-side comparison of specs, features, and pricing
Specs updated
Which should you buy?
Bottom line: the TCL NxtWear S is the better buy for most people, unless you need the brighter display.
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Buy the Dream Glass Flow if…
- You need the brighter 500-nit display (vs 400 nits)
- You want the lighter 59g fit (vs 89g)
Buy the TCL NxtWear S if…
- You play on Steam Deck
- You play on Nintendo Switch
- You play on PlayStation
- You play on Xbox
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 |  Dream Glass Flow $389 |  TCL NxtWear S $399 |
|---|---|---|
| Price | ||
| Price | $389 | $399 |
| Display | ||
| Display type | AR display | Sony Micro-OLED |
| Resolution | 1920x1080 | 1920x1080 |
| Pixels per degree | — | 49 |
| Field of view (°) | — | 45 |
| Refresh rate (Hz) | 60 | 60 |
| Brightness (nits) | 500 | 400 |
| Virtual screen size (in) | — | 130 |
| HDR support | — | ✕ No |
| Color support | Full color | Full color |
| Optics | ||
| Optics type | — | birdbath |
| Dimming control | ✓ Yes | ✓ Yes |
| Transparency level | — | electrochromic (adjustable tint) |
| Prescription support | ✓ Yes | ✓ Yes |
| Diopter range | Built-in 0 to -5.00D per-eye adjustment; magnetic Rx frame accessory (discontinued; maker site offline) | Prescription inserts available |
| Physical | ||
| Weight (g) | 59 | 89 |
| Frame style | glasses | wraparound |
| Color options | — | Dark Gray |
| Foldable | ✕ No | ✓ Yes |
| Battery & power | ||
| Charging method | — | USB-C (powered by connected device) |
| Connectivity | ||
| Connectivity | HDMI, Wi-Fi 6 | USB-C |
| Tethered | — | ✓ Yes |
| Compatible devices | — | Android, iOS, PC, Mac, Steam Deck, ROG Ally, PlayStation, Xbox, Nintendo Switch |
| Computing | ||
| Processing type | — | tethered |
| Chipset | Gaming processor | — |
| Sensors & input | ||
| Camera | ✕ No | ✕ No |
| Microphones | — | 2 |
| Speakers | open-ear | open-ear |
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Dream Glass Flow vs TCL NxtWear S: FAQs
Which is newer: the Dream Glass Flow or the TCL NxtWear S?
The TCL NxtWear S is newer, released June 2023, versus September 2022 for the Dream Glass Flow.
Which is cheaper: the Dream Glass Flow or the TCL NxtWear S?
The Dream Glass Flow costs $389 and the TCL NxtWear S costs $399, making the Dream Glass Flow $10 cheaper.
Which is lighter: the Dream Glass Flow or the TCL NxtWear S?
The Dream Glass Flow is lighter at 59g. The Dream Glass Flow weighs 59g and the TCL NxtWear S weighs 89g.
Which has the brighter display: the Dream Glass Flow or the TCL NxtWear S?
The Dream Glass Flow is brighter at 500 nits (Dream Glass Flow: 500 nits, TCL NxtWear S: 400 nits).