# Meta Ray-Ban Display vs Vuzix Z100

Canonical comparison page: https://www.arcompare.com/compare/ray-ban-meta-display-vs-vuzix-z100/
Specs updated: 2026-10-07 (the newer of the two products' update dates)
Source: AR Compare spec database (https://www.arcompare.com/data/). Unknown values are "—", never guessed.

**Bottom line: the Vuzix Z100 is the better buy for most people at $299.01 less, unless you need a built-in camera.**

- Buy the Meta Ray-Ban Display if you want a built-in camera.
- Buy the Vuzix Z100 if you want to spend $299.01 less ($499.99 vs $799), you want the wider 30° field of view (vs 20°), you want the lighter 38g fit (vs 69g), and you need longer battery life (48 hours vs 6).

## Specifications

| Spec | Meta Ray-Ban Display | Vuzix Z100 |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | $799 | $500 |
| Optics type | waveguide | waveguide |
| Dimming control | ✓ Yes | ✓ Yes |
| Transparency level | — | see-through monochrome HUD |
| Prescription support | ✓ Yes | ✓ Yes |
| Diopter range | -4.00 to +4.00 SPH+CYL, up to 4.00 CYL | Prescription inserts available ($149.99) |
| Weight (g) | 69 | 38 |
| Frame style | wayfarer | rectangular |
| Color options | Black, Sand | Black |
| Foldable | ✓ Yes | ✓ Yes |
| IP rating | IPX4 | — |
| Battery life (hours) | 6 | 48 |
| Charging method | folding charging case (USB-C) | USB-C |
| Connectivity | Bluetooth 5.3, Wi-Fi 6 | Bluetooth, WiFi |
| Tethered | ✕ No | ✕ No |
| Compatible devices | iOS, Android | iOS, Android |
| Processing type | on-device | phone |
| Operating system | Meta AI app (iOS/Android companion) | Vuzix Connect app (iOS/Android); Android + iOS SDKs |
| Chipset | Qualcomm Snapdragon AR1 Gen 1 | None onboard — smartphone companion device |
| Camera | 12 MP, 1440x1920 video @30fps, 3X zoom | ✕ No |
| Microphones | 6 | 1 |
| Speakers | open-ear | open-ear |
| Gesture control | ✓ Yes | — |
| Voice control | ✓ Yes | — |
| AI assistant | Meta AI | — |

Product pages: https://www.arcompare.com/ar-glasses/ray-ban-meta-display/ · https://www.arcompare.com/ar-glasses/vuzix-z100/
Machine records: https://www.arcompare.com/data/products/ray-ban-meta-display.json · https://www.arcompare.com/data/products/vuzix-z100.json