RayNeo Air 3s vs TCL NXTWEAR S+ AR Glasses
Side-by-side comparison of specs, features, and pricing
Specs updated
Which should you buy?
Bottom line: the RayNeo Air 3s is the better buy for most people, unless you need Xbox support.
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Buy the RayNeo Air 3s if…
- You want the lighter 76g fit (vs 87g)
Buy the TCL NXTWEAR S+ AR Glasses if…
- You play on Xbox
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 |  RayNeo Air 3s $269 |  TCL NXTWEAR S+ AR Glasses $250 |
|---|---|---|
| Price | ||
| Price | $269 | $250 |
| Display | ||
| Display type | Micro-OLED (HueView optical engine), IMAX Enhanced certified | Dual Micro-OLED |
| Resolution | 1920x1080 | 1920x1080 |
| Pixels per degree | 42 | — |
| Field of view (°) | 46 | — |
| Refresh rate (Hz) | 120 | 120 |
| Brightness (nits) | 650 | 600 |
| Virtual screen size (in) | 201 | 215 |
| HDR support | ✕ No | — |
| Color support | Full color | Full color |
| Optics | ||
| Optics type | birdbath | birdbath |
| Dimming control | ✓ Yes | ✓ Yes |
| Prescription support | ✓ Yes | ✓ Yes |
| Diopter range | Clip-in Rx insert frame in box (lenses separate via Lensology); myopia to -10.00D, astigmatism to -2.00D | Magnetic Rx insert via partner Lensology (£79, partner-sourced); tcl.com silent on S+ prescription support |
| Physical | ||
| Weight (g) | 76 | 87 |
| Frame style | wraparound | — |
| Color options | Dark Gray | — |
| Foldable | ✓ Yes | ✕ No |
| Battery & power | ||
| Charging method | USB-C (powered by connected device) | — |
| Connectivity | ||
| Connectivity | USB-C | USB-C (DP Alt Mode) |
| Tethered | ✓ Yes | — |
| Compatible devices | Android, iOS, PC, Mac, Steam Deck, Nintendo Switch, PlayStation 5, ROG Ally | Android, iOS, PC, Mac, Steam Deck, ROG Ally, PlayStation, Xbox, Nintendo Switch |
| Computing | ||
| Processing type | tethered | — |
| Operating system | None (plug-and-play external display) | None (plug-and-play external display) |
| Chipset | None (tethered display glasses) | None (tethered display glasses) |
| Sensors & input | ||
| Camera | ✕ No | ✕ No |
| Microphones | 2 | — |
| Speakers | directional | open-ear |
| Tracking | — | 0DoF |
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RayNeo Air 3s vs TCL NXTWEAR S+ AR Glasses: FAQs
Which is newer: the RayNeo Air 3s or the TCL NXTWEAR S+ AR Glasses?
The RayNeo Air 3s is newer, released April 2025, versus February 2024 for the TCL NXTWEAR S+ AR Glasses.
Which is cheaper: the RayNeo Air 3s or the TCL NXTWEAR S+ AR Glasses?
The RayNeo Air 3s costs $269 and the TCL NXTWEAR S+ AR Glasses costs $250, making the TCL NXTWEAR S+ AR Glasses $19 cheaper.
Which is lighter: the RayNeo Air 3s or the TCL NXTWEAR S+ AR Glasses?
The RayNeo Air 3s is lighter at 76g. The RayNeo Air 3s weighs 76g and the TCL NXTWEAR S+ AR Glasses weighs 87g.
Which has the brighter display: the RayNeo Air 3s or the TCL NXTWEAR S+ AR Glasses?
The RayNeo Air 3s is brighter at 650 nits (RayNeo Air 3s: 650 nits, TCL NXTWEAR S+ AR Glasses: 600 nits).
What is the main difference between the RayNeo Air 3s and the TCL NXTWEAR S+ AR Glasses?
Based on recorded specs, the RayNeo Air 3s leads on weight (11g lighter) while the TCL NXTWEAR S+ AR Glasses leads on price ($19 cheaper).