Compare XREAL 1S vs its closest rivals
The 5 closest rivals to the XREAL 1S, side by side — the same picks you'll find on its product page, the nearest matches on price, specs, and what they're for. Every verdict link opens a full head-to-head comparison.
XREAL 1S vs its closest rivals — full spec matrix
The makers' published specs, side by side. The rivals here are the closest matches on price, specs, and what they're for.
| Specification | This model XREAL 1S $449 | Same family XREAL One Pro $599 | Same family XREAL xbx a01+ $299 | Same family XREAL Air 2 Pro $249 | Close rival VITURE Luma XR $399 | Close rival VITURE Pro XR $459 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Display | ||||||
| Display type | Sony Micro-OLED (1200p panels) | 0.55-inch Sony Micro-OLED | Micro-OLED (SeeYa 0.6-inch, dual-layer) | Sony 0.55-inch Micro-OLED | Sony Micro-OLED (enhanced panels, 50% sharper than VITURE Pro) | Sony Micro-OLED |
| Resolution | 1920x1200 | 1920x1080 | 1920x1080 | 1920x1080 | 1920x1200 | 1920x1080 |
| Pixels per degree | — | — | — | 49 | — | — |
| Field of view (°) | 52 | 57 | 50 | 46 | 50 | 46 |
| Refresh rate (Hz) | 120 | 120 | 120 | 120 | 120 | 120 |
| Brightness (nits) | 700 | 700 | 1600 | 500 | 1000 | 1000 |
| Virtual screen size (in) | 171 | 171 | 147 | 330 | 146 | 135 |
| HDR support | ✕ No | ✓ Yes | ✓ Yes | ✕ No | ✕ No | ✕ No |
| Color support | Full color | Full color | Full color | Full color | Full color | Full color |
| Optics | ||||||
| Optics type | birdbath | birdbath | birdbath | birdbath | birdbath | birdbath |
| Dimming control | ✓ Yes | ✓ Yes | — | ✓ Yes | ✓ Yes | ✓ Yes |
| Transparency level | 3-level electrochromic (0%, 35%, 100%) | adjustable electrochromic | — | 3-level electrochromic (0%, 35%, 100%) | electrochromic film (0.5-40% transmittance) | 2-level electrochromic film |
| Prescription support | ✓ Yes | ✓ Yes | ✓ Yes | ✓ Yes | ✓ Yes | ✓ Yes |
| Diopter range | Prescription lens inserts (shared One/1S SKU, $49.90 at XREAL; no maker-published range) | Prescription lens inserts (frame in box, lenses separate; $59.90 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 | Prescription lens inserts (frame in box; partner JUN GINZA / Frame of Choice) | 0.00 to -6.00 | 0.00 to -5.00 |
| Physical | ||||||
| Weight (g) | 82 | 87 | 62 | 75 | 77 | 77 |
| Frame style | wraparound | wraparound | — | wraparound | wraparound | wraparound |
| Color options | Cobalt Blue | Dark Gray | — | Dark Gray | Translucent Black | Black |
| Foldable | ✓ Yes | ✓ Yes | ✕ No | ✓ Yes | ✓ Yes | ✓ Yes |
| Battery & power | ||||||
| Charging method | USB-C (powered by connected device) | USB-C (powered by connected device) | — | USB-C (powered by connected device) | USB-C (powered by connected device) | USB-C (powered by connected device) |
| Connectivity | ||||||
| Connectivity | USB-C | USB-C | USB-C (DP Alt Mode) | USB-C | USB-C | USB-C |
| Tethered | ✓ Yes | ✓ Yes | — | ✓ Yes | ✓ Yes | ✓ Yes |
| Compatible devices | Android, iOS, PC, Mac, Steam Deck, Nintendo Switch 2, PlayStation, Xbox | Android, iOS, PC, Mac, Steam Deck, Nintendo Switch, PlayStation, Xbox, Samsung DeX, iPad | iOS, Android, Mac, PC, Steam Deck, ROG Ally | Android, iOS, PC, Mac, Steam Deck, Nintendo Switch, PlayStation, Xbox | Android, iOS, PC, Mac, Steam Deck, Nintendo Switch, PlayStation, Xbox, ROG Ally | Android, iOS, PC, Mac, Steam Deck, Nintendo Switch, PlayStation, Xbox, ROG Ally |
| Computing | ||||||
| Processing type | tethered | tethered | — | tethered | tethered | tethered |
| Operating system | iPhone, Android, Windows, macOS, Steam Deck, Switch/Switch 2 (via Neo hub) | Works with iPhone/iPad, Android, Windows, macOS, Steam Deck, ROG Ally, PS5/Xbox/Switch (via adapter/Hub) | iPhone 15/16/17, iPad, Android, Mac, PC, Steam Deck, ROG Ally | iPhone (15+/USB-C), Android, Windows, macOS, Steam Deck, consoles via Beam/adapters | iPhone, Android, Mac, PC, Steam Deck, Switch/Switch 2 (via adapters) | iPhone 15+/Android/Mac/PC/Steam Deck; consoles via Mobile Dock |
| Chipset | XREAL X1 chip (3ms latency, 120Hz) | XREAL X1 spatial computing chip (3ms M2P latency), 4GB flash | — | None on-device (spatial features require XREAL Beam or host app) | None on-device (host-powered; SpaceWalker app ecosystem) | None on-device (host-powered) |
| Sensors & input | ||||||
| Camera | ✕ No | ✕ No | ✕ No | ✕ No | ✕ No | ✕ No |
| Microphones | 2 | 2 | — | 2 | 2 | 2 |
| Speakers | directional · spatial audio | directional · spatial audio | open-ear | directional · spatial audio | directional · spatial audio | directional · spatial audio |
| Tracking | 3DoF | 3DoF | — | — | 3DoF | — |
Head-to-head verdicts
Each rival has a dedicated comparison page with a spec-grounded verdict, FAQs, and buy context.
Street-price checks
Latest recorded street price per model from our weekly archive — observed figures, not list prices. Untracked models show nothing.
- XREAL 1S: $449 checked October 5, 2026
- XREAL xbx a01+: $299 checked October 5, 2026
- VITURE Luma XR: $399 checked October 5, 2026
What reviewers say
Quoted verbatim from external outlets — what they said, not a score.
XREAL One Pro
“the best clarity in AR glasses available at the moment”
“worthy investment for 95% of people”
XREAL xbx a01+
“a dead-simple way to enter the world of smart display glasses.”
VITURE Pro XR
“Smart Pick”
“sharp, fast, and clear in actual usage, even at the edges”
XREAL 1S compare: FAQs
What are the closest rivals to XREAL 1S?
XREAL One Pro, XREAL xbx a01+, XREAL Air 2 Pro, VITURE Luma XR, and VITURE Pro XR — the closest matches to XREAL 1S on price, specs, and what they're for.
Is there a cheaper alternative to XREAL 1S?
XREAL Air 2 Pro lists at $249 — $200 less than XREAL 1S at $449.
Where can I read a full verdict on XREAL 1S against one specific rival?
Each rival on this page links to a dedicated head-to-head comparison — for example XREAL 1S vs XREAL One Pro — with a spec-grounded verdict and FAQs.
XREAL 1S vs XREAL One Pro: which should I buy?
Bottom line: the XREAL 1S is the better buy for most people at $150 less, unless you need the wider field of view.
XREAL 1S vs XREAL xbx a01+: which should I buy?
Bottom line: the XREAL xbx a01+ is the better buy for most people at $150 less, unless you need spatial audio.
XREAL 1S vs XREAL Air 2 Pro: which should I buy?
Bottom line: the XREAL Air 2 Pro is the better buy for most people at $200 less, unless you need the wider field of view.