GOOVIS G3 Max 3D Head Mounted Display vs XREAL 1S
Side-by-side comparison of specs, features, and pricing
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Which should you buy?
Bottom line: the XREAL 1S is the better buy for most people at $750 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 52°)
Buy the XREAL 1S if…
- You want to spend $750 less ($449 vs $1199)
- You want the lighter 82g fit (vs 300g)
- You want spatial audio
- 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 |  GOOVIS G3 Max 3D Head Mounted Display $1,199 |  XREAL 1S $449 |
|---|---|---|
| Price | ||
| Price | $1,199 | $449 |
| Display | ||
| Display type | Dual 0.83" Micro-OLED, 3528 ppi | Sony Micro-OLED (1200p panels) |
| Resolution | 2560x1440 | 1920x1200 |
| Pixels per degree | 45 | — |
| Field of view (°) | 65 | 52 |
| Refresh rate (Hz) | 120 | 120 |
| Brightness (nits) | — | 700 |
| Virtual screen size (in) | 1000 | 171 |
| HDR support | — | ✕ No |
| Color support | Full color | Full color |
| Optics | ||
| Optics type | aspheric | birdbath |
| Dimming control | ✓ Yes | ✓ Yes |
| Transparency level | — | 3-level electrochromic (0%, 35%, 100%) |
| Prescription support | ✓ Yes | ✓ Yes |
| Diopter range | Per-eye diopter adjustment +2.0D to -7.0D in 0.5D steps with digital feedback | Prescription lens inserts (shared One/1S SKU, $49.90 at XREAL; no maker-published range) |
| Physical | ||
| Weight (g) | 300 | 82 |
| Frame style | — | wraparound |
| Color options | — | Cobalt Blue |
| 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, Nintendo Switch 2, PlayStation, Xbox |
| Computing | ||
| Processing type | — | tethered |
| Operating system | None (display); Android TV via optional D4H1 controller | iPhone, Android, Windows, macOS, Steam Deck, Switch/Switch 2 (via Neo hub) |
| Chipset | None in headset; optional D4H1 Android TV media player dongle | XREAL X1 chip (3ms latency, 120Hz) |
| Sensors & input | ||
| Camera | ✕ No | ✕ No |
| Microphones | — | 2 |
| Speakers | open-ear | directional · spatial audio |
| Tracking | 0DoF | 3DoF |
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GOOVIS G3 Max 3D Head Mounted Display vs XREAL 1S: FAQs
Which is newer: the GOOVIS G3 Max 3D Head Mounted Display or the XREAL 1S?
The XREAL 1S is newer, released January 2026, versus December 2023 for the GOOVIS G3 Max 3D Head Mounted Display.
Which is cheaper: the GOOVIS G3 Max 3D Head Mounted Display or the XREAL 1S?
The GOOVIS G3 Max 3D Head Mounted Display costs $1199 and the XREAL 1S costs $449, making the XREAL 1S $750 cheaper.
Which has the larger field of view: the GOOVIS G3 Max 3D Head Mounted Display or the XREAL 1S?
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 52 degrees for the XREAL 1S.
Which is lighter: the GOOVIS G3 Max 3D Head Mounted Display or the XREAL 1S?
The XREAL 1S is lighter at 82g. The GOOVIS G3 Max 3D Head Mounted Display weighs 300g and the XREAL 1S weighs 82g.
What is the main difference between the GOOVIS G3 Max 3D Head Mounted Display and the XREAL 1S?
Based on recorded specs, the GOOVIS G3 Max 3D Head Mounted Display leads on field of view (13 degrees wider FOV) while the XREAL 1S leads on price ($750 cheaper).