GOOVIS G3 Max 3D Head Mounted Display 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 at $800 less, unless you need the wider field of view.
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Buy the GOOVIS G3 Max 3D Head Mounted Display if…
- You want the wider 65° field of view (vs 45°)
- You want smoother 120Hz motion (vs 60Hz)
Buy the TCL NxtWear S if…
- You want to spend $800 less ($399 vs $1199)
- You want the lighter 89g fit (vs 300g)
- You play on Nintendo Switch
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 | | |
|---|---|---|
| Price | ||
| Price | $1,199 | $399 |
| Display | ||
| Display type | Dual 0.83" Micro-OLED, 3528 ppi | Sony Micro-OLED |
| Resolution | 2560x1440 | 1920x1080 |
| Pixels per degree | 45 | 49 |
| Field of view (°) | 65 | 45 |
| Refresh rate (Hz) | 120 | 60 |
| Brightness (nits) | — | 400 |
| Virtual screen size (in) | 1000 | 130 |
| HDR support | — | ✕ No |
| Color support | Full color | Full color |
| Optics | ||
| Optics type | aspheric | birdbath |
| Dimming control | ✓ Yes | ✓ Yes |
| Transparency level | — | electrochromic (adjustable tint) |
| Prescription support | ✓ Yes | ✓ Yes |
| Diopter range | Per-eye diopter adjustment +2.0D to -7.0D in 0.5D steps with digital feedback | Prescription inserts available |
| Physical | ||
| Weight (g) | 300 | 89 |
| Frame style | — | wraparound |
| Color options | — | Dark Gray |
| Foldable | ✕ No | ✓ Yes |
| Battery & power | ||
| Battery life (hours) | 3 | — |
| Charging method | — | USB-C (powered by connected device) |
| Connectivity | ||
| Connectivity | USB-C (DP Alt Mode) | USB-C |
| Tethered | — | ✓ Yes |
| Compatible devices | Android, iPhone 15/16, PC, Mac, Steam Deck, ROG Ally, PlayStation 5, Xbox, Lenovo Legion Go, iPad | Android, iOS, PC, Mac, Steam Deck, ROG Ally, PlayStation, Xbox, Nintendo Switch |
| Computing | ||
| Processing type | — | tethered |
| Operating system | None (display); Android TV via optional D4H1 controller | — |
| Chipset | None in headset; optional D4H1 Android TV media player dongle | — |
| Sensors & input | ||
| Camera | ✕ No | ✕ No |
| Microphones | — | 2 |
| Speakers | open-ear | open-ear |
| Tracking | 0DoF | — |
Buy the GOOVIS G3 Max 3D Head Mounted Display
Buy the TCL NxtWear S
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GOOVIS G3 Max 3D Head Mounted Display vs TCL NxtWear S: FAQs
Which is newer: the GOOVIS G3 Max 3D Head Mounted Display or the TCL NxtWear S?
The GOOVIS G3 Max 3D Head Mounted Display is newer, released December 2023, versus June 2023 for the TCL NxtWear S.
Which is cheaper: the GOOVIS G3 Max 3D Head Mounted Display or the TCL NxtWear S?
The GOOVIS G3 Max 3D Head Mounted Display costs $1199 and the TCL NxtWear S costs $399, making the TCL NxtWear S $800 cheaper.
Which has the larger field of view: the GOOVIS G3 Max 3D Head Mounted Display or the TCL NxtWear S?
The GOOVIS G3 Max 3D Head Mounted Display has the larger field of view: GOOVIS G3 Max 3D Head Mounted Display measures 65 degrees vs 45 degrees for the TCL NxtWear S.
Which is lighter: the GOOVIS G3 Max 3D Head Mounted Display or the TCL NxtWear S?
The TCL NxtWear S is lighter at 89g. The GOOVIS G3 Max 3D Head Mounted Display weighs 300g and the TCL NxtWear S weighs 89g.
What is the main difference between the GOOVIS G3 Max 3D Head Mounted Display and the TCL NxtWear S?
Based on recorded specs, the GOOVIS G3 Max 3D Head Mounted Display leads on field of view (20 degrees wider FOV) while the TCL NxtWear S leads on price ($800 cheaper).

