Oakley Meta Vanguard vs Solos AirGo 3
Side-by-side comparison of specs, features, and pricing
Specs updated
Which should you buy?
Bottom line: the Solos AirGo 3 is the better buy for most people at $300 less, unless you need a built-in camera.
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Buy the Oakley Meta Vanguard if…
- You want a built-in camera
Buy the Solos AirGo 3 if…
- You want to spend $300 less ($199 vs $499)
- You want the lighter 35g fit (vs 66g)
- You need longer battery life (10 hours vs 9)
- You wear prescription lenses
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.
Specs Comparison
| Specification |  Oakley Meta Vanguard $499 |  Solos AirGo 3 $199 |
|---|---|---|
| Price | ||
| Price | $499 | $199 |
| Optics | ||
| Optics type | Prizm lens technology | — |
| Dimming control | ✓ Yes | ✓ Yes |
| Prescription support | ✕ No | ✓ Yes |
| Diopter range | — | prescription lenses available via optician |
| Physical | ||
| Weight (g) | 66 | 35 |
| Frame style | shield sport wrap | modular multi-style |
| Color options | Black / Prizm 24K, White / Prizm Black, Black / Prizm Road, White / Prizm Sapphire | Flare Black, Metallic Blue, Classic Black, Shiny Black |
| Foldable | ✕ No | ✓ Yes |
| IP rating | IP67 | IP67 |
| Battery & power | ||
| Battery life (hours) | 9 | 10 |
| Charging method | charging case (USB-C on case) | USB-C via temple connector |
| Charging time (min) | 1.25 | 1.5 |
| Connectivity | ||
| Connectivity | Bluetooth 5.3, Wi-Fi 6 | Bluetooth 5.0 |
| Tethered | ✕ No | ✕ No |
| Compatible devices | iOS, Android | iOS, Android |
| Computing | ||
| Processing type | on-device | phone |
| Operating system | Meta AI app (iOS/Android companion) | Solos app: SolosChat (ChatGPT), SolosTranslate, Fitness Coach; optional $9.99/mo premium tier |
| Chipset | Qualcomm Snapdragon AR1 Gen 1 | phone-tethered; cloud ChatGPT |
| Sensors & input | ||
| Camera | 12 MP ultra-wide (122° FOV), 3K video | ✕ No |
| Microphones | 5 | 2 |
| Speakers | open-ear | open-ear |
| Gesture control | ✕ No | ✕ No |
| Voice control | ✓ Yes | ✓ Yes |
| AI assistant | Meta AI | ChatGPT (OpenAI) |
Buy the Oakley Meta Vanguard
Buy the Solos AirGo 3
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Oakley Meta Vanguard vs Solos AirGo 3: FAQs
Which is newer: the Oakley Meta Vanguard or the Solos AirGo 3?
The Oakley Meta Vanguard is newer, released October 2025, versus September 2023 for the Solos AirGo 3.
Which is cheaper: the Oakley Meta Vanguard or the Solos AirGo 3?
The Oakley Meta Vanguard costs $499 and the Solos AirGo 3 costs $199, making the Solos AirGo 3 $300 cheaper.
Which is lighter: the Oakley Meta Vanguard or the Solos AirGo 3?
The Solos AirGo 3 is lighter at 35g. The Oakley Meta Vanguard weighs 66g and the Solos AirGo 3 weighs 35g.
What is the main difference between the Oakley Meta Vanguard and the Solos AirGo 3?
Based on recorded specs, the Oakley Meta Vanguard leads on camera (Has built-in camera) while the Solos AirGo 3 leads on price ($300 cheaper).