Even Realities G1 vs Thunderbird V3 AI Shooting Glasses
Side-by-side comparison of specs, features, and pricing
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Thunderbird V3 AI Shooting Glasses
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Which should you buy?
Bottom line: the Even Realities G1 is the better buy for most people, unless you need the lighter fit.
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Buy the Even Realities G1 if…
- You wear prescription lenses
- You want adjustable lens dimming
- You're an iPhone user
Buy the Thunderbird V3 AI Shooting Glasses if…
- You want the lighter 39g fit (vs 44g)
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 |  Thunderbird V3 AI Shooting Glasses |
|---|---|---|
| Price | ||
| Price | $499 | — |
| Optics | ||
| Optics type | waveguide | — |
| Dimming control | ✓ Yes | — |
| Transparency level | 98% passthrough | — |
| Prescription support | ✓ Yes | ✕ No |
| Diopter range | single vision and progressive lenses available | — |
| Physical | ||
| Weight (g) | 44 | 39 |
| Frame style | classic panto and rectangular | glasses |
| Color options | Grey, Green, Brown | — |
| Foldable | ✓ Yes | ✕ No |
| Battery & power | ||
| Battery life (hours) | 36 | — |
| Charging method | Wireless charging case | — |
| Charging time (min) | 2.5 | — |
| Connectivity | ||
| Connectivity | Bluetooth 5.2 | — |
| Tethered | ✕ No | — |
| Compatible devices | iOS, Android | — |
| Computing | ||
| Processing type | phone | — |
| Operating system | Even AI companion app; open SDK announced Nov 2024 | — |
| Chipset | phone-tethered (Even AI app, iOS/Android) | Alibaba-Tongyi AI |
| Sensors & input | ||
| Camera | ✕ No | ✕ No |
| Microphones | 2 | — |
| Speakers | ✕ No | ✕ No |
| Voice control | ✓ Yes | — |
| AI assistant | Even AI | — |
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Even Realities G1 vs Thunderbird V3 AI Shooting Glasses: FAQs
Which is newer: the Even Realities G1 or the Thunderbird V3 AI Shooting Glasses?
The Thunderbird V3 AI Shooting Glasses is newer, released January 2025, versus October 2024 for the Even Realities G1.
Which is lighter: the Even Realities G1 or the Thunderbird V3 AI Shooting Glasses?
The Thunderbird V3 AI Shooting Glasses is lighter at 39g. The Even Realities G1 weighs 44g and the Thunderbird V3 AI Shooting Glasses weighs 39g.
What is the main difference between the Even Realities G1 and the Thunderbird V3 AI Shooting Glasses?
Based on recorded specs, the Even Realities G1 leads on prescription support (Supports prescription lenses) while the Thunderbird V3 AI Shooting Glasses leads on weight (5g lighter).