Rokid Max vs Shadow Creator Honghu MR
Side-by-side comparison of specs, features, and pricing
Specs updated
The Rokid Max compared here is the original — the Rokid Max 2 has succeeded it.
Which should you buy?
Bottom line: the Rokid Max is the better buy for most people at $640 less, unless you need the brighter display.
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Buy the Rokid Max if…
- You want to spend $640 less ($159 vs $799)
- You want the wider 50° field of view (vs 45°)
- You want the lighter 75g fit (vs 92g)
- You want smoother 120Hz motion (vs 90Hz)
Buy the Shadow Creator Honghu MR if…
- You need the brighter 700-nit display (vs 600 nits)
- You need full 6DoF positional tracking
- You want adjustable lens dimming
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 Max $159 |  Shadow Creator Honghu MR $799 |
|---|---|---|
| Price | ||
| Price | $159 | $799 |
| Display | ||
| Display type | Sony Micro-OLED | Micro-OLED |
| Resolution | 1920x1080 | 1920x1080 |
| Field of view (°) | 50 | 45 |
| Refresh rate (Hz) | 120 | 90 |
| Brightness (nits) | 600 | 700 |
| Virtual screen size (in) | 215 | — |
| HDR support | ✕ No | — |
| Color support | Full color | Full color |
| Optics | ||
| Optics type | birdbath | — |
| Dimming control | — | ✓ Yes |
| Prescription support | ✓ Yes | — |
| Diopter range | 0.00 to -6.00 | — |
| Physical | ||
| Weight (g) | 75 | 92 |
| Frame style | wraparound | glasses |
| Color options | Space Blue | — |
| Foldable | ✓ Yes | ✕ No |
| Battery & power | ||
| Charging method | USB-C (powered by connected device) | — |
| Connectivity | ||
| Connectivity | USB-C | USB-C |
| Tethered | ✓ Yes | — |
| Compatible devices | Android, iOS, PC, Mac, Steam Deck, ROG Ally, Nintendo Switch, PlayStation, Xbox | — |
| Computing | ||
| Processing type | tethered | — |
| Chipset | — | Snapdragon XR2 |
| Sensors & input | ||
| Camera | ✕ No | ✕ No |
| Microphones | 1 | — |
| Speakers | directional | open-ear |
| Tracking | 3DoF | 6DoF |
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Rokid Max vs Shadow Creator Honghu MR: FAQs
Which is newer: the Rokid Max or the Shadow Creator Honghu MR?
The Rokid Max is newer, released March 2023, versus October 2020 for the Shadow Creator Honghu MR.
Which is cheaper: the Rokid Max or the Shadow Creator Honghu MR?
The Rokid Max costs $159 and the Shadow Creator Honghu MR costs $799, making the Rokid Max $640 cheaper.
Which has the larger field of view: the Rokid Max or the Shadow Creator Honghu MR?
The Rokid Max has the larger field of view: Rokid Max measures 50 degrees vs 45 degrees for the Shadow Creator Honghu MR.
Which is lighter: the Rokid Max or the Shadow Creator Honghu MR?
The Rokid Max is lighter at 75g. The Rokid Max weighs 75g and the Shadow Creator Honghu MR weighs 92g.
Which has the brighter display: the Rokid Max or the Shadow Creator Honghu MR?
The Shadow Creator Honghu MR is brighter at 700 nits (Rokid Max: 600 nits, Shadow Creator Honghu MR: 700 nits).
What is the main difference between the Rokid Max and the Shadow Creator Honghu MR?
Based on recorded specs, the Rokid Max leads on price ($640 cheaper) while the Shadow Creator Honghu MR leads on brightness (100 nits brighter).