Rokid Max vs XREAL Air 2
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 $40 less, unless you need adjustable lens dimming.
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Buy the Rokid Max if…
- You want to spend $40 less ($159 vs $199)
- You want the wider 50° field of view (vs 46°)
- You need the brighter 600-nit display (vs 500 nits)
Buy the XREAL Air 2 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 |  XREAL Air 2 $199 |
|---|---|---|
| Price | ||
| Price | $159 | $199 |
| Display | ||
| Display type | Sony Micro-OLED | Sony 0.55-inch Micro-OLED |
| Resolution | 1920x1080 | 1920x1080 |
| Pixels per degree | — | 49 |
| Field of view (°) | 50 | 46 |
| Refresh rate (Hz) | 120 | 120 |
| Brightness (nits) | 600 | 500 |
| Virtual screen size (in) | 215 | 330 |
| 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 | Prescription lens inserts (frame in box; partners Lensology / Rochester Optical / Frame of Choice) |
| Physical | ||
| Weight (g) | 75 | 72 |
| 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, Nintendo Switch, PlayStation, Xbox, ROG Ally |
| Computing | ||
| Processing type | tethered | — |
| Operating system | — | iPhone (15+/USB-C), Android, Windows, macOS, Steam Deck, consoles via Beam/adapters |
| Chipset | — | None on-device (plain USB-C display; spatial features require XREAL Beam or host app) |
| Sensors & input | ||
| Camera | ✕ No | ✕ No |
| Microphones | 1 | — |
| Speakers | directional | open-ear |
| Tracking | 3DoF | 3DoF |
Buy the Rokid Max
Buy the XREAL Air 2
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Rokid Max vs XREAL Air 2: FAQs
Which is newer: the Rokid Max or the XREAL Air 2?
The XREAL Air 2 is newer, released November 2023, versus March 2023 for the Rokid Max.
Which is cheaper: the Rokid Max or the XREAL Air 2?
The Rokid Max costs $159 and the XREAL Air 2 costs $199, making the Rokid Max $40 cheaper.
Which has the larger field of view: the Rokid Max or the XREAL Air 2?
The Rokid Max has the larger field of view: Rokid Max measures 50 degrees vs 46 degrees for the XREAL Air 2.
Which is lighter: the Rokid Max or the XREAL Air 2?
The XREAL Air 2 is lighter at 72g. The Rokid Max weighs 75g and the XREAL Air 2 weighs 72g.
Which has the brighter display: the Rokid Max or the XREAL Air 2?
The Rokid Max is brighter at 600 nits (Rokid Max: 600 nits, XREAL Air 2: 500 nits).
What is the main difference between the Rokid Max and the XREAL Air 2?
Based on recorded specs, the Rokid Max leads on price ($40 cheaper) while the XREAL Air 2 leads on weight (3g lighter).