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{{Device Infobox
{{Device Infobox
|image =  
|image =
|VR/AR = [[Augmented Reality]]
|VR/AR = [[Augmented Reality]]
|Type = [[AR Glasses]]
|Type = [[AR Glasses]]
|Subtype = [[Smart Glasses]]
|Subtype = [[Smart Glasses]]
|Platform = [[XREAL]], [[Nebula]]
|Platform = [[Xreal]]
|Developer = [[XREAL]]
|Developer = [[Xreal]]
|Manufacturer = [[XREAL]]
|Manufacturer = [[Xreal]]
|Release Date = September 2023
|Announcement Date = October 24, 2023
|Release Date = November 2023
|Price = $399 USD
|Price = $399 USD
|Website = https://www.xreal.com/air2
|Website = https://www.xreal.com/
|Predecessor = [[Nreal Air]]
|Predecessor = [[Xreal Air]]
|Successor = [[Xreal One]]
|Successor = [[Xreal One]]
|Display = 2× Sony 0.55" Micro-OLED
|Display = 2x Sony Micro-OLED (0.55")
|Resolution = 1920×1080 per eye (Full HD)
|Resolution = 1920x1080 per eye (Full HD)
|Refresh Rate = 120 Hz
|PPI = 4032 PPI
|PPD = 49 PPD
|Refresh Rate = 60 Hz, 120 Hz
|Response Time = 0.01 ms
|Field of View = 46°
|Field of View = 46°
|Equivalent Screen Size = 130" (virtual)
|Equivalent Screen Size = 330" (virtual)
|Brightness = 500 nits (25% brighter than Air 1)
|Brightness = 500 nits
|PPD = ~49 PPD
|Contrast = 100000:1
|Ocularity = Binocular
|Ocularity = Binocular
|Optics = Birdbath
|Optics = Birdbath
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|Eye Tracking = No
|Eye Tracking = No
|Hand Tracking = No
|Hand Tracking = No
|Audio = Directional speakers (reduced leakage)
|Audio = Built-in directional speakers
|Connectivity = USB-C (DisplayPort Alt Mode)
|Connectivity = USB-C (DisplayPort)
|Battery = None (powered by connected device)
|Weight = 72g
|Weight = 72g
|Dimensions = 19mm frame thickness
|Certifications = TUV Rheinland Eye Comfort
|Color = Gray
}}
}}


The '''XREAL Air 2''' is a consumer [[augmented reality]] [[smart glasses]] developed by [[XREAL]], released in September 2023. It is an upgraded version of the [[Nreal Air]] (XREAL Air), featuring improved Sony Micro-OLED displays with 25% higher brightness, a lighter 72-gram design, 120 Hz refresh rate, and enhanced directional audio. The Air 2 serves as the mid-tier option in XREAL's lineup, positioned between the budget [[Viture One Lite]] and the premium [[Xreal Air 2 Pro]].
The '''Xreal Air 2''' is a consumer [[augmented reality]] [[smart glasses]] developed by [[Xreal]], announced on October 24, 2023 and released in November 2023 at $399. The successor to the [[Xreal Air]], the Air 2 was the world's first AR glasses to feature Sony's newest 0.55-inch Micro-OLED displays with 4,032 pixels-per-inch, 120 Hz refresh rate, and 0.01ms response time. Weighing only 72 grams (10% lighter than the original) and 10% thinner at 19mm, the Xreal Air 2 continued the company's leadership in the consumer AR glasses market with improved display quality and comfort.


== History and Development ==
== History and Development ==


XREAL (formerly Nreal) released the Air 2 in September 2023 as a refinement of their successful Air lineup. The update addressed common feedback about the original model, improving comfort, brightness, and audio while maintaining the affordable price point. The Air 2 launched alongside the [[Xreal Air 2 Pro]], which adds electrochromic dimming.<ref name="tomshardware">{{cite web |url=https://www.tomshardware.com/reviews/xreal-air-2 |title=Xreal Air 2 Review: Greatly Improved, Well-Rounded AR Glasses |publisher=Tom's Hardware |access-date=2025-01-07}}</ref>
Xreal announced the Air 2 series on October 24, 2023, featuring upgraded Sony Micro-OLED displays and refined ergonomics. Pre-orders opened the same day with shipping starting in November 2023. The Air 2 was released alongside the [[Xreal Air 2 Pro]] which added electrochromic dimming for light control.<ref name="prnewswire">{{cite web |url=https://www.prnewswire.com/news-releases/xreal-air-2-series-ar-glasses-usher-in-the-era-of-wearable-displays-for-gaming-movies-and-tv-and-more-available-for-pre-orders-now-301965486.html |title=XREAL Air 2 Series AR Glasses Usher in the Era of Wearable Displays |publisher=PR Newswire |access-date=2025-01-07}}</ref>


== Design and Hardware ==
== Design and Hardware ==
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=== Display ===
=== Display ===


The Air 2 features upgraded Sony 0.55-inch Micro-OLED displays:
World's first with Sony's latest Micro-OLED:


* 1920×1080 resolution per eye (Full HD)
* Dual Sony Semiconductor '''0.55-inch Micro-OLED''' displays
* 500 nits peak brightness (25% increase over Air 1's 400 nits)
* '''1920x1080 resolution per eye''' (Full HD)
* Improved color calibration
* '''4,032 PPI''' pixel density (vs 3,320 PPI on Air)
* 46° diagonal field of view
* '''49 PPD''' (pixels per degree)
* 120 Hz refresh rate (up from 60 Hz)
* '''100,000:1 contrast ratio'''
* Virtual 130-inch screen equivalent
* '''500 nits brightness''' (vs 400 nits on Air)
* ~49 pixels per degree<ref name="laptopmag">{{cite web |url=https://www.laptopmag.com/reviews/xreal-air-2-ar-glasses |title=XREAL Air 2 AR glasses review — An augmented reality check |publisher=Laptop Mag |access-date=2025-01-07}}</ref>
* Gamma 2.2 color calibration
* Deep OLED blacks
* Vibrant, accurate colors
 
=== Refresh Rate ===
 
Smooth high-refresh performance:
 
* '''120 Hz''' maximum refresh rate
* 60 Hz default mode
* '''0.01ms response time''' or less
* Ultra-low latency
* Smooth motion for gaming
 
=== Field of View ===
 
* '''46° FOV'''
* '''330-inch virtual screen''' (at optimal distance)
* Immersive viewing experience
 
=== Optics ===
 
Birdbath optical system:
 
* Reflective optics
* Reduced eye strain
* TUV Rheinland Eye Comfort certified


=== Build and Comfort ===
=== Build and Comfort ===


Significant ergonomic improvements over the original Air:
Refined lightweight design:
 
* '''72g weight''' (10% lighter than Air)
* '''19mm thickness''' (10% thinner than Air)
* Glasses-style form factor
* Improved nose pads
* Foldable temples
* Premium materials
* Comfortable for extended wear


* '''Weight:''' 72 grams (down from 79g, ~10% lighter)
=== Audio ===
* '''Frame thickness:''' 19mm (down from 21mm, ~10% thinner)
* '''Temples:''' Slightly longer for better fit
* '''Nose pads:''' Redesigned for comfort
* '''Hinges:''' 3-step adjustable rake system with flex for various face shapes


These changes result in notably improved comfort during prolonged wearing sessions.<ref name="phonearena">{{cite web |url=https://www.phonearena.com/reviews/xreal-air-2-review_id5993 |title=Xreal Air 2 review: a step up from "good AR glasses" to "excellent" |publisher=PhoneArena |access-date=2025-01-07}}</ref>
Enhanced directional speakers:


=== Audio ===
* Built-in stereo speakers
* Improved audio quality over Air
* Directional design for privacy
* 3.5mm jack available


The Air 2 features an all-new speaker system:
== Tracking ==


* Directional sound technology
* '''3 Degrees of Freedom''' (3DoF)
* Minimized sound leakage to surroundings
* Head rotation tracking
* Louder output than original Air
* Pitch, yaw, roll detection
* Improved audio privacy (though nearby listeners may still hear at moderate volumes)<ref name="gsmarena">{{cite web |url=https://www.gsmarena.com/xreal_air_2_review-news-60451.php |title=XREAL Air 2 review |publisher=GSMArena |access-date=2025-01-07}}</ref>
* Nebula spatial display software


=== Connectivity ===
== Connectivity ==


* USB-C with DisplayPort Alt Mode
* USB-C with DisplayPort Alt Mode
* Compatible with:
* Compatible with:
  * Laptops and PCs
** iPhone 15/16 and later
  * Tablets
** Android smartphones
  * Steam Deck and gaming handhelds
** Mac computers
  * Smartphones with USB-C video output
** Windows PC
  * [[XREAL Beam]] accessory ($119) for enhanced features
** Steam Deck
** PlayStation 5 (with adapter)
** Xbox (with adapter)
** Nintendo Switch


== Comparison with Air 2 Pro ==
== Comparison with Xreal Air ==


{| class="wikitable"
{| class="wikitable"
|-
|-
! Feature !! Air 2 !! Air 2 Pro
! Feature !! Xreal Air 2 !! Xreal Air
|-
|-
| Price || $399 || $449
| Display || '''Sony 0.55" Micro-OLED''' || Micro-OLED
|-
|-
| Display || Sony Micro-OLED || Sony Micro-OLED (same)
| PPI || '''4,032 PPI''' || 3,320 PPI
|-
|-
| Brightness || 500 nits || 500 nits
| Brightness || '''500 nits''' || 400 nits
|-
|-
| Electrochromic Dimming || No || Yes (3 levels: 0%, 35%, 100%)
| Refresh Rate || '''120 Hz''' || 60 Hz
|-
|-
| Weight || 72g || 75g
| Response Time || '''0.01ms''' || Higher
|-
|-
| Refresh Rate || 120 Hz || 120 Hz
| Weight || '''72g''' || 79g
|-
| Thickness || '''19mm''' || 21mm
|-
| Price || $399 || $299
|}
|}


The Air 2 Pro adds electrochromic dimming for $50 more, allowing adjustment between transparent, semi-dark, and fully dark states.<ref name="xrtoday">{{cite web |url=https://www.xrtoday.com/augmented-reality/xreal-air-2-ar-glasses-review-affordable-augmentation/ |title=XReal Air 2 AR Glasses Review: Affordable Augmentation |publisher=XR Today |access-date=2025-01-07}}</ref>
== Technical Specifications ==
 
{| class="wikitable"
|-
! Specification !! Details
|-
| Display || Sony Micro-OLED (0.55")
|-
| Resolution || 1920x1080 per eye
|-
| PPI || 4,032
|-
| Refresh Rate || 60-120 Hz
|-
| Response Time || 0.01 ms
|-
| Field of View || 46°
|-
| Virtual Screen || 330"
|-
| Brightness || 500 nits
|-
| Contrast || 100,000:1
|-
| Weight || 72g
|-
| Price || $399
|}


== Reception ==
== Reception ==


'''Praise:'''
'''Praise:'''
* "A step up from 'good AR glasses' to 'excellent'" - PhoneArena
* Sony Micro-OLED displays excellent
* "Greatly Improved, Well-Rounded AR Glasses" - Tom's Hardware
* 4,032 PPI crystal clear
* 25% brighter displays
* 120 Hz smooth for gaming
* Notably improved comfort
* 0.01ms response time
* Lighter and thinner design
* 72g ultra-lightweight
* Better directional audio
* 10% thinner design
* 120 Hz refresh rate upgrade
* 500 nits brighter than predecessor
* Plug-and-play simplicity
* 100,000:1 contrast impressive
* Excellent value at $399
* TUV Rheinland certified
* Comfortable for extended use
* Wide device compatibility


'''Criticism:'''
'''Criticism:'''
* No electrochromic dimming (available on Pro model)
* 46° FOV narrower than Rokid Max (50°)
* Still requires XREAL Beam for full functionality
* 3DoF only—no spatial tracking
* Some audio leakage at moderate volumes
* Tethered connection required
* 46° FOV unchanged from original<ref name="techradar">{{cite web |url=https://www.techradar.com/computing/virtual-reality-augmented-reality/xreal-air-2-pro-review |title=Xreal Air 2 review: better in all but the most important way |publisher=TechRadar |access-date=2025-01-07}}</ref>
* No built-in myopia adjustment
* $399 higher than original Air
* Electrochromic only on Pro model<ref name="tomshardware">{{cite web |url=https://www.tomshardware.com/reviews/xreal-air-2 |title=Xreal Air 2 Review: Greatly Improved, Well-Rounded AR Glasses |publisher=Tom's Hardware |access-date=2025-01-07}}</ref>


<ref name="pocketnow">{{cite web |url=https://pocketnow.com/xreal-air-2-review/ |title=XREAL Air 2 AR Glasses Review: This shows great promise |publisher=Pocketnow |access-date=2025-01-07}}</ref>
<ref name="xrtoday">{{cite web |url=https://www.xrtoday.com/augmented-reality/xreal-air-2-ar-glasses-review-affordable-augmentation/ |title=XReal Air 2 AR Glasses Review: Affordable Augmentation |publisher=XR Today |access-date=2025-01-07}}</ref>


== See Also ==
== See Also ==
* [[Xreal Air]]
* [[Xreal Air 2 Pro]]
* [[Xreal Air 2 Pro]]
* [[Nreal Air]]
* [[Xreal Air 2 Ultra]]
* [[Xreal One]]
* [[Xreal One]]
* [[Xreal One Pro]]
* [[Viture One]]
* [[Rokid Max]]
* [[Rokid Max]]
* [[Viture Pro XR]]


== References ==
== References ==
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[[Category:AR Glasses]]
[[Category:AR Glasses]]
[[Category:Smart Glasses]]
[[Category:Smart Glasses]]
[[Category:XREAL]]
[[Category:Xreal]]
[[Category:2023 in technology]]
[[Category:2023 in technology]]

Revision as of 15:59, 7 January 2026

Xreal Air 2
Basic Info
VR/AR Augmented Reality
Type AR Glasses
Subtype Smart Glasses
Platform Xreal
Developer Xreal
Manufacturer Xreal
Announcement Date October 24, 2023
Release Date November 2023
Price $399 USD
Website https://www.xreal.com/
Predecessor Xreal Air
Successor Xreal One
System
Storage
Display
Display 2x Sony Micro-OLED (0.55")
Resolution 1920x1080 per eye (Full HD)
Refresh Rate 60 Hz, 120 Hz
Image
Field of View 46°
Optics
Optics Birdbath
Ocularity Binocular
Tracking
Tracking 3DoF
Eye Tracking No
Hand Tracking No
Audio
Audio Built-in directional speakers
Connectivity
Connectivity USB-C (DisplayPort)
Device
Weight 72g


The Xreal Air 2 is a consumer augmented reality smart glasses developed by Xreal, announced on October 24, 2023 and released in November 2023 at $399. The successor to the Xreal Air, the Air 2 was the world's first AR glasses to feature Sony's newest 0.55-inch Micro-OLED displays with 4,032 pixels-per-inch, 120 Hz refresh rate, and 0.01ms response time. Weighing only 72 grams (10% lighter than the original) and 10% thinner at 19mm, the Xreal Air 2 continued the company's leadership in the consumer AR glasses market with improved display quality and comfort.

History and Development

Xreal announced the Air 2 series on October 24, 2023, featuring upgraded Sony Micro-OLED displays and refined ergonomics. Pre-orders opened the same day with shipping starting in November 2023. The Air 2 was released alongside the Xreal Air 2 Pro which added electrochromic dimming for light control.[1]

Design and Hardware

Display

World's first with Sony's latest Micro-OLED:

  • Dual Sony Semiconductor 0.55-inch Micro-OLED displays
  • 1920x1080 resolution per eye (Full HD)
  • 4,032 PPI pixel density (vs 3,320 PPI on Air)
  • 49 PPD (pixels per degree)
  • 100,000:1 contrast ratio
  • 500 nits brightness (vs 400 nits on Air)
  • Gamma 2.2 color calibration
  • Deep OLED blacks
  • Vibrant, accurate colors

Refresh Rate

Smooth high-refresh performance:

  • 120 Hz maximum refresh rate
  • 60 Hz default mode
  • 0.01ms response time or less
  • Ultra-low latency
  • Smooth motion for gaming

Field of View

  • 46° FOV
  • 330-inch virtual screen (at optimal distance)
  • Immersive viewing experience

Optics

Birdbath optical system:

  • Reflective optics
  • Reduced eye strain
  • TUV Rheinland Eye Comfort certified

Build and Comfort

Refined lightweight design:

  • 72g weight (10% lighter than Air)
  • 19mm thickness (10% thinner than Air)
  • Glasses-style form factor
  • Improved nose pads
  • Foldable temples
  • Premium materials
  • Comfortable for extended wear

Audio

Enhanced directional speakers:

  • Built-in stereo speakers
  • Improved audio quality over Air
  • Directional design for privacy
  • 3.5mm jack available

Tracking

  • 3 Degrees of Freedom (3DoF)
  • Head rotation tracking
  • Pitch, yaw, roll detection
  • Nebula spatial display software

Connectivity

  • USB-C with DisplayPort Alt Mode
  • Compatible with:
    • iPhone 15/16 and later
    • Android smartphones
    • Mac computers
    • Windows PC
    • Steam Deck
    • PlayStation 5 (with adapter)
    • Xbox (with adapter)
    • Nintendo Switch

Comparison with Xreal Air

Feature Xreal Air 2 Xreal Air
Display Sony 0.55" Micro-OLED Micro-OLED
PPI 4,032 PPI 3,320 PPI
Brightness 500 nits 400 nits
Refresh Rate 120 Hz 60 Hz
Response Time 0.01ms Higher
Weight 72g 79g
Thickness 19mm 21mm
Price $399 $299

Technical Specifications

Specification Details
Display Sony Micro-OLED (0.55")
Resolution 1920x1080 per eye
PPI 4,032
Refresh Rate 60-120 Hz
Response Time 0.01 ms
Field of View 46°
Virtual Screen 330"
Brightness 500 nits
Contrast 100,000:1
Weight 72g
Price $399

Reception

Praise:

  • Sony Micro-OLED displays excellent
  • 4,032 PPI crystal clear
  • 120 Hz smooth for gaming
  • 0.01ms response time
  • 72g ultra-lightweight
  • 10% thinner design
  • 500 nits brighter than predecessor
  • 100,000:1 contrast impressive
  • TUV Rheinland certified
  • Comfortable for extended use
  • Wide device compatibility

Criticism:

  • 46° FOV narrower than Rokid Max (50°)
  • 3DoF only—no spatial tracking
  • Tethered connection required
  • No built-in myopia adjustment
  • $399 higher than original Air
  • Electrochromic only on Pro model[2]

[3]

See Also

References

  1. ↑ "XREAL Air 2 Series AR Glasses Usher in the Era of Wearable Displays". PR Newswire. https://www.prnewswire.com/news-releases/xreal-air-2-series-ar-glasses-usher-in-the-era-of-wearable-displays-for-gaming-movies-and-tv-and-more-available-for-pre-orders-now-301965486.html.
  2. ↑ "Xreal Air 2 Review: Greatly Improved, Well-Rounded AR Glasses". Tom's Hardware. https://www.tomshardware.com/reviews/xreal-air-2.
  3. ↑ "XReal Air 2 AR Glasses Review: Affordable Augmentation". XR Today. https://www.xrtoday.com/augmented-reality/xreal-air-2-ar-glasses-review-affordable-augmentation/.
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