Rokid Glasses vs Vuzix Z100
Side-by-side comparison of specs, features, and pricing
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Which should you buy?
Bottom line: the Vuzix Z100 is the better buy for most people at $199.01 less, unless you need a built-in camera.
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Buy the Rokid Glasses if…
- You want a built-in camera
Buy the Vuzix Z100 if…
- You want to spend $199.01 less ($499.99 vs $699)
- You want the lighter 38g fit (vs 49g)
- You need longer battery life (48 hours vs 9)
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 |  Rokid Glasses $699 |  Vuzix Z100 $500 |
|---|---|---|
| Price | ||
| Price | $699 | $500 |
| Optics | ||
| Optics type | waveguide | waveguide |
| Dimming control | ✓ Yes | ✓ Yes |
| Transparency level | — | see-through monochrome HUD |
| Prescription support | ✓ Yes | ✓ Yes |
| Diopter range | yes, via magnetic clip-in corrective lens frame | Prescription inserts available ($149.99) |
| Physical | ||
| Weight (g) | 49 | 38 |
| Frame style | — | rectangular |
| Color options | — | Black |
| Foldable | ✕ No | ✓ Yes |
| IP rating | IPX4 | — |
| Battery & power | ||
| Battery life (hours) | 9 | 48 |
| Charging method | — | USB-C |
| Connectivity | ||
| Connectivity | — | Bluetooth, WiFi |
| Tethered | — | ✕ No |
| Compatible devices | iOS, Android | iOS, Android |
| Computing | ||
| Processing type | — | phone |
| Operating system | Rokid AI (supports ChatGPT, Gemini, DeepSeek, Microsoft Translator, Google Maps integrations); 89-language translation, 5 offline | Vuzix Connect app (iOS/Android); Android + iOS SDKs |
| Chipset | Qualcomm Snapdragon AR1 + NXP RT600 low-power co-processor, on-device | None onboard — smartphone companion device |
| Sensors & input | ||
| Camera | 12MP | ✕ No |
| Microphones | — | 1 |
| Speakers | open-ear | open-ear |
| Tracking | 0DoF | — |
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Rokid Glasses (2025 consumer AI+AR glasses) vs Vuzix Z100: FAQs
Which is newer: the Rokid Glasses or the Vuzix Z100?
The Rokid Glasses is newer, released November 2025, versus November 2024 for the Vuzix Z100.
Which is cheaper: the Rokid Glasses or the Vuzix Z100?
The Rokid Glasses costs $699 and the Vuzix Z100 costs $499.99, making the Vuzix Z100 $199.01 cheaper.
Which is lighter: the Rokid Glasses or the Vuzix Z100?
The Vuzix Z100 is lighter at 38g. The Rokid Glasses weighs 49g and the Vuzix Z100 weighs 38g.
What is the main difference between the Rokid Glasses and the Vuzix Z100?
Based on recorded specs, the Rokid Glasses leads on camera (Has built-in camera) while the Vuzix Z100 leads on price ($199.01 cheaper).