Lenovo ThinkReality A3 vs TCL RayNeo X2
Side-by-side comparison of specs, features, and pricing
Specs updated
Which should you buy?
Bottom line: the Lenovo ThinkReality A3 is the better buy for most people, unless you need the lighter fit.
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Buy the Lenovo ThinkReality A3 if…
- You want the wider 40° field of view (vs 25°)
- You want adjustable lens dimming
Buy the TCL RayNeo X2 if…
- You want the lighter 119g fit (vs 130g)
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 |  Lenovo ThinkReality A3 Contact manufacturer |  TCL RayNeo X2 $499 |
|---|---|---|
| Price | ||
| Price | Contact manufacturer | $499 |
| Display | ||
| Display type | Stereoscopic binocular 1080p displays (birdbath optics) | Micro-LED waveguide |
| Resolution | 1920x1080 | 640x480 |
| Field of view (°) | 40 | 25 |
| Refresh rate (Hz) | 60 | — |
| Brightness (nits) | — | 1000 |
| HDR support | ✕ No | ✕ No |
| Color support | Full color | Full color |
| Optics | ||
| Optics type | birdbath | waveguide |
| Dimming control | ✓ Yes | — |
| Transparency level | see-through AR overlay | see-through AR overlay |
| Prescription support | ✓ Yes | ✓ Yes |
| Diopter range | Prescription insert frame support; swappable nosepieces and ear-horn extensions | Rx sample lenses in box for optician fitting; inserts via Lensology (sold out — support may change on restock) |
| Physical | ||
| Weight (g) | 130 | 119 |
| Frame style | tethered glasses | round |
| Color options | Black | Black |
| Foldable | ✓ Yes | ✕ No |
| Battery & power | ||
| Battery life (hours) | — | 2 |
| Charging method | USB-C (powered by host device) | Magnetic charging |
| Connectivity | ||
| Connectivity | USB-C 3.2 Gen 1, DisplayPort 1.4 | Bluetooth 5.2, WiFi 5, USB-C |
| Tethered | ✓ Yes | ✕ No |
| Compatible devices | Windows (select ThinkPad workstations), Motorola phones | Standalone |
| Computing | ||
| Processing type | tethered | on-device |
| Operating system | ThinkReality platform (Industrial Edition, Android host) / Windows 10-11 (PC Edition) | Android |
| Chipset | Qualcomm Snapdragon XR1 onboard co-processing; host compute from tethered PC/phone | Qualcomm Snapdragon XR2 |
| Sensors & input | ||
| Camera | 8MP (3×) | 16MP |
| Microphones | 3 | 3 |
| Speakers | open-ear | open-ear |
| Tracking | 6DoF, head, SLAM | 6DoF, head, SLAM |
| Gesture control | — | ✓ Yes |
| Voice control | — | ✓ Yes |
Buy the Lenovo ThinkReality A3
Buy the TCL RayNeo X2
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Lenovo ThinkReality A3 vs TCL RayNeo X2: FAQs
Which is newer: the Lenovo ThinkReality A3 or the TCL RayNeo X2?
The TCL RayNeo X2 is newer, released January 2024, versus June 2021 for the Lenovo ThinkReality A3.
Which has the larger field of view: the Lenovo ThinkReality A3 or the TCL RayNeo X2?
The Lenovo ThinkReality A3 has the larger field of view: Lenovo ThinkReality A3 measures 40 degrees vs 25 degrees for the TCL RayNeo X2.
Which is lighter: the Lenovo ThinkReality A3 or the TCL RayNeo X2?
The TCL RayNeo X2 is lighter at 119g. The Lenovo ThinkReality A3 weighs 130g and the TCL RayNeo X2 weighs 119g.
What is the main difference between the Lenovo ThinkReality A3 and the TCL RayNeo X2?
Based on recorded specs, the Lenovo ThinkReality A3 leads on field of view (15 degrees wider FOV) while the TCL RayNeo X2 leads on weight (11g lighter).