TCL NXTWEAR S+ AR Glasses vs XREAL xbx a01+
Side-by-side comparison of specs, features, and pricing
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Which should you buy?
Bottom line: the TCL NXTWEAR S+ AR Glasses is the better buy for most people at $49 less, unless you need the brighter display.
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Buy the TCL NXTWEAR S+ AR Glasses if…
- You want to spend $49 less ($250 vs $299)
- You want adjustable lens dimming
- You play on Nintendo Switch
- You play on PlayStation
Buy the XREAL xbx a01+ if…
- You need the brighter 1600-nit display (vs 600 nits)
- You want the lighter 62g fit (vs 87g)
- You want HDR support
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 |  TCL NXTWEAR S+ AR Glasses $250 |  XREAL xbx a01+ $299 |
|---|---|---|
| Price | ||
| Price | $250 | $299 |
| Display | ||
| Display type | Dual Micro-OLED | Micro-OLED (SeeYa 0.6-inch, dual-layer) |
| Resolution | 1920x1080 | 1920x1080 |
| Field of view (°) | — | 50 |
| Refresh rate (Hz) | 120 | 120 |
| Brightness (nits) | 600 | 1600 |
| Virtual screen size (in) | 215 | 147 |
| HDR support | — | ✓ Yes |
| Color support | Full color | Full color |
| Optics | ||
| Optics type | birdbath | birdbath |
| Dimming control | ✓ Yes | — |
| Prescription support | ✓ Yes | ✓ Yes |
| Diopter range | Magnetic Rx insert via partner Lensology (£79, partner-sourced); tcl.com silent on S+ prescription support | Prescription lens inserts (1.6 or 1.67 index); myopia to -10.00D, hyperopia to +6.00D, astigmatism to -4.00D |
| Physical | ||
| Weight (g) | 87 | 62 |
| Foldable | ✕ No | ✕ No |
| Connectivity | ||
| Connectivity | USB-C (DP Alt Mode) | USB-C (DP Alt Mode) |
| Compatible devices | Android, iOS, PC, Mac, Steam Deck, ROG Ally, PlayStation, Xbox, Nintendo Switch | iOS, Android, Mac, PC, Steam Deck, ROG Ally |
| Computing | ||
| Operating system | None (plug-and-play external display) | iPhone 15/16/17, iPad, Android, Mac, PC, Steam Deck, ROG Ally |
| Chipset | None (tethered display glasses) | — |
| Sensors & input | ||
| Camera | ✕ No | ✕ No |
| Speakers | open-ear | open-ear |
| Tracking | 0DoF | — |
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TCL NXTWEAR S+ AR Glasses vs XREAL xbx a01+: FAQs
Which is newer: the TCL NXTWEAR S+ AR Glasses or the XREAL xbx a01+?
The XREAL xbx a01+ is newer, released July 2026, versus February 2024 for the TCL NXTWEAR S+ AR Glasses.
Which is cheaper: the TCL NXTWEAR S+ AR Glasses or the XREAL xbx a01+?
The TCL NXTWEAR S+ AR Glasses costs $250 and the XREAL xbx a01+ costs $299, making the TCL NXTWEAR S+ AR Glasses $49 cheaper.
Which is lighter: the TCL NXTWEAR S+ AR Glasses or the XREAL xbx a01+?
The XREAL xbx a01+ is lighter at 62g. The TCL NXTWEAR S+ AR Glasses weighs 87g and the XREAL xbx a01+ weighs 62g.
Which has the brighter display: the TCL NXTWEAR S+ AR Glasses or the XREAL xbx a01+?
The XREAL xbx a01+ is brighter at 1600 nits (TCL NXTWEAR S+ AR Glasses: 600 nits, XREAL xbx a01+: 1600 nits).
What is the main difference between the TCL NXTWEAR S+ AR Glasses and the XREAL xbx a01+?
Based on recorded specs, the TCL NXTWEAR S+ AR Glasses leads on price ($49 cheaper) while the XREAL xbx a01+ leads on weight (25g lighter).