Even Realities G1 vs RealWear Navigator 520
Side-by-side comparison of specs, features, and pricing
Specs updated
Which should you buy?
Bottom line: the Even Realities G1 is the better buy for most people at $2651 less, unless you need a built-in camera.
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Buy the Even Realities G1 if…
- You want to spend $2651 less ($499 vs $3150)
- You want the lighter 44g fit (vs 270g)
- You need longer battery life (36 hours vs 8)
- You're an iPhone user
Buy the RealWear Navigator 520 if…
- You want a built-in camera
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 |  Even Realities G1 $499 |  RealWear Navigator 520 $3,150 |
|---|---|---|
| Price | ||
| Price | $499 | $3,150 |
| Optics | ||
| Optics type | waveguide | — |
| Dimming control | ✓ Yes | ✓ Yes |
| Transparency level | 98% passthrough | — |
| Prescription support | ✓ Yes | ✓ Yes |
| Diopter range | single vision and progressive lenses available | Worn with prescription glasses, safety glasses, or hard hats |
| Physical | ||
| Weight (g) | 44 | 270 |
| Frame style | classic panto and rectangular | — |
| Color options | Grey, Green, Brown | — |
| Foldable | ✓ Yes | ✕ No |
| Battery & power | ||
| Battery life (hours) | 36 | 8 |
| Charging method | Wireless charging case | — |
| Charging time (min) | 2.5 | — |
| Connectivity | ||
| Connectivity | Bluetooth 5.2 | USB-C |
| Tethered | ✕ No | — |
| Compatible devices | iOS, Android | Standalone |
| Computing | ||
| Processing type | phone | — |
| Operating system | Even AI companion app; open SDK announced Nov 2024 | Android 11 (RealWear voice-first UI, WearHF) |
| Chipset | phone-tethered (Even AI app, iOS/Android) | Qualcomm Snapdragon 662 (8-core 2.0GHz, Adreno 610), 4GB RAM, 64GB storage |
| Sensors & input | ||
| Camera | ✕ No | 48MP |
| Microphones | 2 | — |
| Speakers | ✕ No | open-ear |
| Tracking | — | 3DoF |
| Voice control | ✓ Yes | — |
| AI assistant | Even AI | — |
Buy the Even Realities G1
Buy the RealWear Navigator 520
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Even Realities G1 vs RealWear Navigator 520: FAQs
Which is newer: the Even Realities G1 or the RealWear Navigator 520?
The Even Realities G1 is newer, released October 2024, versus January 2023 for the RealWear Navigator 520.
Which is cheaper: the Even Realities G1 or the RealWear Navigator 520?
The Even Realities G1 costs $499 and the RealWear Navigator 520 costs $3150, making the Even Realities G1 $2651 cheaper.
Which has the larger field of view: the Even Realities G1 or the RealWear Navigator 520?
The Even Realities G1 has the larger field of view: Even Realities G1 measures 25 degrees vs 24 degrees for the RealWear Navigator 520.
Which is lighter: the Even Realities G1 or the RealWear Navigator 520?
The Even Realities G1 is lighter at 44g. The Even Realities G1 weighs 44g and the RealWear Navigator 520 weighs 270g.
What is the main difference between the Even Realities G1 and the RealWear Navigator 520?
Based on recorded specs, the Even Realities G1 leads on price ($2651 cheaper) while the RealWear Navigator 520 leads on camera (Has built-in camera).