XREAL 1S vs XREAL xbx a01+
Side-by-side comparison of specs, features, and pricing
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Which should you buy?
Bottom line: the XREAL xbx a01+ is the better buy for most people at $150 less, unless you need spatial audio.
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Buy the XREAL 1S if…
- You want spatial audio
- You want adjustable lens dimming
- You play on Nintendo Switch
- You play on PlayStation
Buy the XREAL xbx a01+ if…
- You want to spend $150 less ($299 vs $449)
- You need the brighter 1600-nit display (vs 700 nits)
- You want the lighter 62g fit (vs 82g)
- 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 |  XREAL 1S $449 |  XREAL xbx a01+ $299 |
|---|---|---|
| Price | ||
| Price | $449 | $299 |
| Display | ||
| Display type | Sony Micro-OLED (1200p panels) | Micro-OLED (SeeYa 0.6-inch, dual-layer) |
| Resolution | 1920x1200 | 1920x1080 |
| Field of view (°) | 52 | 50 |
| Refresh rate (Hz) | 120 | 120 |
| Brightness (nits) | 700 | 1600 |
| Virtual screen size (in) | 171 | 147 |
| HDR support | ✕ No | ✓ Yes |
| Color support | Full color | Full color |
| Optics | ||
| Optics type | birdbath | birdbath |
| Dimming control | ✓ Yes | — |
| Transparency level | 3-level electrochromic (0%, 35%, 100%) | — |
| Prescription support | ✓ Yes | ✓ Yes |
| Diopter range | Prescription lens inserts (shared One/1S SKU, $49.90 at XREAL; no maker-published range) | Prescription lens inserts (1.6 or 1.67 index); myopia to -10.00D, hyperopia to +6.00D, astigmatism to -4.00D |
| Physical | ||
| Weight (g) | 82 | 62 |
| Frame style | wraparound | — |
| Color options | Cobalt 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, Nintendo Switch 2, PlayStation, Xbox | iOS, Android, Mac, PC, Steam Deck, ROG Ally |
| Computing | ||
| Processing type | tethered | — |
| Operating system | iPhone, Android, Windows, macOS, Steam Deck, Switch/Switch 2 (via Neo hub) | iPhone 15/16/17, iPad, Android, Mac, PC, Steam Deck, ROG Ally |
| Chipset | XREAL X1 chip (3ms latency, 120Hz) | — |
| Sensors & input | ||
| Camera | ✕ No | ✕ No |
| Microphones | 2 | — |
| Speakers | directional · spatial audio | open-ear |
| Tracking | 3DoF | — |
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XREAL 1S vs XREAL xbx a01+: FAQs
Which is newer: the XREAL 1S or the XREAL xbx a01+?
The XREAL xbx a01+ is newer, released July 2026, versus January 2026 for the XREAL 1S.
Which is cheaper: the XREAL 1S or the XREAL xbx a01+?
The XREAL 1S costs $449 and the XREAL xbx a01+ costs $299, making the XREAL xbx a01+ $150 cheaper.
Which has the larger field of view: the XREAL 1S or the XREAL xbx a01+?
The XREAL 1S has the larger field of view: XREAL 1S measures 52 degrees vs 50 degrees for the XREAL xbx a01+.
Which is lighter: the XREAL 1S or the XREAL xbx a01+?
The XREAL xbx a01+ is lighter at 62g. The XREAL 1S weighs 82g and the XREAL xbx a01+ weighs 62g.
Which has the brighter display: the XREAL 1S or the XREAL xbx a01+?
The XREAL xbx a01+ is brighter at 1600 nits (XREAL 1S: 700 nits, XREAL xbx a01+: 1600 nits).
What is the main difference between the XREAL 1S and the XREAL xbx a01+?
Based on recorded specs, the XREAL 1S leads on field of view (2 degrees wider FOV) while the XREAL xbx a01+ leads on price ($150 cheaper).