TCL NxtWear S vs XREAL 1S
Side-by-side comparison of specs, features, and pricing
Specs updated
Which should you buy?
Bottom line: the TCL NxtWear S is the better buy for most people at $50 less, unless you need the wider field of view.
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Buy the TCL NxtWear S if…
- You want to spend $50 less ($399 vs $449)
Buy the XREAL 1S if…
- You want the wider 52° field of view (vs 45°)
- You need the brighter 700-nit display (vs 400 nits)
- You want the lighter 82g fit (vs 89g)
- You want smoother 120Hz motion (vs 60Hz)
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 $399 |  XREAL 1S $449 |
|---|---|---|
| Price | ||
| Price | $399 | $449 |
| Display | ||
| Display type | Sony Micro-OLED | Sony Micro-OLED (1200p panels) |
| Resolution | 1920x1080 | 1920x1200 |
| Pixels per degree | 49 | — |
| Field of view (°) | 45 | 52 |
| Refresh rate (Hz) | 60 | 120 |
| Brightness (nits) | 400 | 700 |
| Virtual screen size (in) | 130 | 171 |
| HDR support | ✕ No | ✕ No |
| Color support | Full color | Full color |
| Optics | ||
| Optics type | birdbath | birdbath |
| Dimming control | ✓ Yes | ✓ Yes |
| Transparency level | electrochromic (adjustable tint) | 3-level electrochromic (0%, 35%, 100%) |
| Prescription support | ✓ Yes | ✓ Yes |
| Diopter range | Prescription inserts available | Prescription lens inserts (shared One/1S SKU, $49.90 at XREAL; no maker-published range) |
| Physical | ||
| Weight (g) | 89 | 82 |
| Frame style | wraparound | wraparound |
| Color options | Dark Gray | Cobalt Blue |
| Foldable | ✓ Yes | ✓ Yes |
| Battery & power | ||
| Charging method | USB-C (powered by connected device) | USB-C (powered by connected device) |
| Connectivity | ||
| Connectivity | USB-C | USB-C |
| Tethered | ✓ Yes | ✓ Yes |
| Compatible devices | Android, iOS, PC, Mac, Steam Deck, ROG Ally, PlayStation, Xbox, Nintendo Switch | Android, iOS, PC, Mac, Steam Deck, Nintendo Switch 2, PlayStation, Xbox |
| Computing | ||
| Processing type | tethered | tethered |
| Operating system | — | iPhone, Android, Windows, macOS, Steam Deck, Switch/Switch 2 (via Neo hub) |
| Chipset | — | XREAL X1 chip (3ms latency, 120Hz) |
| Sensors & input | ||
| Camera | ✕ No | ✕ No |
| Microphones | 2 | 2 |
| Speakers | open-ear | directional · spatial audio |
| Tracking | — | 3DoF |
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TCL NxtWear S vs XREAL 1S: FAQs
Which is newer: the TCL NxtWear S or the XREAL 1S?
The XREAL 1S is newer, released January 2026, versus June 2023 for the TCL NxtWear S.
Which is cheaper: the TCL NxtWear S or the XREAL 1S?
The TCL NxtWear S costs $399 and the XREAL 1S costs $449, making the TCL NxtWear S $50 cheaper.
Which has the larger field of view: the TCL NxtWear S or the XREAL 1S?
The XREAL 1S has the larger field of view: TCL NxtWear S measures 45 degrees vs 52 degrees for the XREAL 1S.
Which is lighter: the TCL NxtWear S or the XREAL 1S?
The XREAL 1S is lighter at 82g. The TCL NxtWear S weighs 89g and the XREAL 1S weighs 82g.
Which has the brighter display: the TCL NxtWear S or the XREAL 1S?
The XREAL 1S is brighter at 700 nits (TCL NxtWear S: 400 nits, XREAL 1S: 700 nits).
What is the main difference between the TCL NxtWear S and the XREAL 1S?
Based on recorded specs, the TCL NxtWear S leads on price ($50 cheaper) while the XREAL 1S leads on weight (7g lighter).