Rokid Max vs TCL NXTWEAR S+ AR Glasses
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 $91 less, unless you need adjustable lens dimming.
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Buy the Rokid Max if…
- You want to spend $91 less ($159 vs $250)
- You want the lighter 75g fit (vs 87g)
Buy the TCL NXTWEAR S+ AR Glasses if…
- 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 |  TCL NXTWEAR S+ AR Glasses $250 |
|---|---|---|
| Price | ||
| Price | $159 | $250 |
| Display | ||
| Display type | Sony Micro-OLED | Dual Micro-OLED |
| Resolution | 1920x1080 | 1920x1080 |
| Field of view (°) | 50 | — |
| Refresh rate (Hz) | 120 | 120 |
| Brightness (nits) | 600 | 600 |
| Virtual screen size (in) | 215 | 215 |
| HDR support | ✕ No | — |
| Color support | Full color | Full color |
| Optics | ||
| Optics type | birdbath | birdbath |
| Dimming control | — | ✓ Yes |
| Prescription support | ✓ Yes | ✓ Yes |
| Diopter range | 0.00 to -6.00 | Magnetic Rx insert via partner Lensology (£79, partner-sourced); tcl.com silent on S+ prescription support |
| Physical | ||
| Weight (g) | 75 | 87 |
| Frame style | wraparound | — |
| Color options | Space Blue | — |
| 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, ROG Ally, Nintendo Switch, PlayStation, Xbox | Android, iOS, PC, Mac, Steam Deck, ROG Ally, PlayStation, Xbox, Nintendo Switch |
| Computing | ||
| Processing type | tethered | — |
| Operating system | — | None (plug-and-play external display) |
| Chipset | — | None (tethered display glasses) |
| Sensors & input | ||
| Camera | ✕ No | ✕ No |
| Microphones | 1 | — |
| Speakers | directional | open-ear |
| Tracking | 3DoF | 0DoF |
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Rokid Max vs TCL NXTWEAR S+ AR Glasses: FAQs
Which is newer: the Rokid Max or the TCL NXTWEAR S+ AR Glasses?
The TCL NXTWEAR S+ AR Glasses is newer, released February 2024, versus March 2023 for the Rokid Max.
Which is cheaper: the Rokid Max or the TCL NXTWEAR S+ AR Glasses?
The Rokid Max costs $159 and the TCL NXTWEAR S+ AR Glasses costs $250, making the Rokid Max $91 cheaper.
Which is lighter: the Rokid Max or the TCL NXTWEAR S+ AR Glasses?
The Rokid Max is lighter at 75g. The Rokid Max weighs 75g and the TCL NXTWEAR S+ AR Glasses weighs 87g.