GOOVIS G3 Max 3D Head Mounted Display vs XREAL Air 2 Pro
Side-by-side comparison of specs, features, and pricing
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Which should you buy?
Bottom line: the XREAL Air 2 Pro is the better buy for most people at $950 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 46°)
Buy the XREAL Air 2 Pro if…
- You want to spend $950 less ($249 vs $1199)
- You want the lighter 75g 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 Air 2 Pro $249 |
|---|---|---|
| Price | ||
| Price | $1,199 | $249 |
| Display | ||
| Display type | Dual 0.83" Micro-OLED, 3528 ppi | Sony 0.55-inch Micro-OLED |
| Resolution | 2560x1440 | 1920x1080 |
| Pixels per degree | 45 | 49 |
| Field of view (°) | 65 | 46 |
| Refresh rate (Hz) | 120 | 120 |
| Brightness (nits) | — | 500 |
| Virtual screen size (in) | 1000 | 330 |
| 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 (frame in box; partner JUN GINZA / Frame of Choice) |
| Physical | ||
| Weight (g) | 300 | 75 |
| 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, Nintendo Switch, PlayStation, Xbox |
| Computing | ||
| Processing type | — | tethered |
| Operating system | None (display); Android TV via optional D4H1 controller | iPhone (15+/USB-C), Android, Windows, macOS, Steam Deck, consoles via Beam/adapters |
| Chipset | None in headset; optional D4H1 Android TV media player dongle | None on-device (spatial features require XREAL Beam or host app) |
| Sensors & input | ||
| Camera | ✕ No | ✕ No |
| Microphones | — | 2 |
| Speakers | open-ear | directional · spatial audio |
| Tracking | 0DoF | — |
Buy the GOOVIS G3 Max 3D Head Mounted Display
Buy the XREAL Air 2 Pro
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GOOVIS G3 Max 3D Head Mounted Display vs XREAL Air 2 Pro: FAQs
Which is newer: the GOOVIS G3 Max 3D Head Mounted Display or the XREAL Air 2 Pro?
The GOOVIS G3 Max 3D Head Mounted Display is newer, released December 2023, versus November 2023 for the XREAL Air 2 Pro.
Which is cheaper: the GOOVIS G3 Max 3D Head Mounted Display or the XREAL Air 2 Pro?
The GOOVIS G3 Max 3D Head Mounted Display costs $1199 and the XREAL Air 2 Pro costs $249, making the XREAL Air 2 Pro $950 cheaper.
Which has the larger field of view: the GOOVIS G3 Max 3D Head Mounted Display or the XREAL Air 2 Pro?
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 46 degrees for the XREAL Air 2 Pro.
Which is lighter: the GOOVIS G3 Max 3D Head Mounted Display or the XREAL Air 2 Pro?
The XREAL Air 2 Pro is lighter at 75g. The GOOVIS G3 Max 3D Head Mounted Display weighs 300g and the XREAL Air 2 Pro weighs 75g.
What is the main difference between the GOOVIS G3 Max 3D Head Mounted Display and the XREAL Air 2 Pro?
Based on recorded specs, the GOOVIS G3 Max 3D Head Mounted Display leads on field of view (19 degrees wider FOV) while the XREAL Air 2 Pro leads on price ($950 cheaper).