Magic Leap 2

Magic Leap 2
Basic Info
VR/AR	Augmented Reality
Type	AR Glasses
Subtype	Enterprise AR
Platform	Magic Leap OS
Developer	Magic Leap
Manufacturer	Magic Leap
Release Date	September 2022
Price	$3,299 USD (Base), $4,099 USD (Developer Pro), $4,999 USD (Enterprise)
Website	https://www.magicleap.com/magic-leap-2
Predecessor	Magic Leap One
System
Chipset	AMD Zen 2 (Custom 7nm quad-core)
Storage
Storage	256 GB
Memory	16 GB
Display
Display	2x LCOS (Liquid Crystal on Silicon)
Resolution	1440x1760 per eye
Refresh Rate	120 Hz
Image
Field of View	70° diagonal (45° H x 55° V)
Optics
Ocularity	Binocular
Tracking
Tracking	6DoF (inside-out)
Eye Tracking	Yes (4 cameras, 2 per eye)
Hand Tracking	Yes
Audio
Audio	Integrated speakers
Connectivity
Connectivity	Wi-Fi 6E, Bluetooth 5.0, USB-C
Device
Weight	260g (headset only)

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The Magic Leap 2 is an enterprise augmented reality head-mounted display developed by Magic Leap, released in September 2022 as the successor to the Magic Leap One. The headset represents a major improvement over its predecessor with a 70° diagonal field of view (nearly double the original), higher resolution LCOS displays at 1440x1760 per eye, 120 Hz refresh rate, and significantly reduced weight at only 260g. The Magic Leap 2 features innovative Dynamic Dimming technology that adjusts real-world light transmission to make AR content appear more solid and visible, even in bright environments.

History and Development

Magic Leap launched the Magic Leap 2 in September 2022, pivoting from the consumer focus of its predecessor to target enterprise customers exclusively. After the Magic Leap One failed to meet consumer expectations, the company restructured under CEO Peggy Johnson and refocused on business applications in healthcare, manufacturing, defense, and design.^[1]

The Magic Leap 2 was designed from the ground up for extended professional use, featuring a dramatically lighter headset (260g vs 316g), improved field of view, and enterprise-specific features like Dynamic Dimming and enhanced security.^[2]

Design and Hardware

Display

Significant improvements over Magic Leap One:

2x LCOS (Liquid Crystal on Silicon) displays
1440x1760 resolution per eye (~2.5M pixels per eye)
120 Hz refresh rate
70° diagonal field of view (vs 50° on ML1)
Approximately 45° horizontal, 55° vertical FOV
Up to 2,000 nits brightness
Dynamic Dimming technology

Dynamic Dimming

Innovative feature for enterprise AR:

Adjusts real-world light transmission in real-time
Makes AR content appear more solid and opaque
Works effectively in bright lighting conditions
Global and segmented dimming modes
Reduces eye strain
Industry-first technology

Processing

Segmented computing architecture:

Custom AMD Zen 2 quad-core SoC (7nm)
Headset handles low-latency tasks
Compute Pack handles intensive processing
16 GB RAM (double ML1)
256 GB storage (double ML1)
Distributes workload for efficiency

Form Factor

Dramatically improved ergonomics:

260g headset weight (lighter than ML1)
External Compute Pack (waist or pocket-worn)
Improved weight distribution
Designed for extended professional use
Multiple fit options

Tracking

Advanced spatial computing:

6 Degrees of Freedom (6DoF)
Inside-out tracking
Spatial mapping and meshing
World reconstruction
Persistent content placement
Multiple environment support

Eye Tracking

Enhanced eye tracking system:

4 eye-tracking cameras (2 per eye, vs 1 per eye on ML1)
Improved image quality
Minimized render errors
Enables segmented dimming
Foveated rendering support
Reduced eye strain

Input Methods

Multimodal input support:

Magic Leap Controller: 6DoF with IR LED and IMU tracking
Hand tracking and gesture recognition
Eye tracking for selection
Voice commands
Controller works without direct line of sight

Battery

External Compute Pack battery
Up to 3.5 hours continuous use
Up to 7 hours sleep mode
USB-C charging

Connectivity

Wi-Fi 6E (802.11ax)
Bluetooth 5.0
USB-C
4K video output support

Enterprise Features

Designed for professional applications:

Healthcare: Surgical planning, medical imaging, training
Manufacturing: Assembly guidance, quality inspection
Design: 3D visualization, CAD review
Defense: Training, situational awareness
Enterprise-grade security
Remote collaboration tools
Fleet management

Editions

Three pricing tiers:

Base: $3,299 USD
Developer Pro: $4,099 USD
Enterprise: $4,999 USD

Technical Specifications

Specification	Details
Display	LCOS (2 panels)
Resolution	1440x1760 per eye
Refresh Rate	120 Hz
Field of View	70° diagonal
Processor	AMD Zen 2 quad-core (7nm)
RAM	16 GB
Storage	256 GB
Eye Tracking	Yes (4 cameras)
Hand Tracking	Yes
Headset Weight	260g
Battery	Up to 3.5 hours
Price	Starting $3,299

Reception

Praise:

70° FOV nearly doubles original
Dynamic Dimming innovative and effective
Significantly lighter headset (260g)
Enhanced eye tracking (4 cameras)
120 Hz refresh rate smooth
Enterprise features well-designed
AMD Zen 2 processor powerful
16GB RAM handles demanding apps
Improved display clarity

Criticism:

$3,299+ price limits accessibility
Enterprise-only focus
Still requires external Compute Pack
Not consumer-available
Learning curve for enterprise deployment
Competition from HoloLens 2^[3]

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References

[uploadvr-1] "Magic Leap 2 Specs Suggest Best-In-Class Transparent AR". UploadVR. https://www.uploadvr.com/magic-leap-2-specs-revealed/.

[xrtoday-2] "Magic Leap 2 Review: A High-Spec Enterprise AR Headset". XR Today. https://www.xrtoday.com/mixed-reality/magic-leap-2-review-smarter-and-sleeker/.

[arborxr-3] "We Reviewed the Magic Leap 2 AR Headset for Business". ArborXR. https://arborxr.com/blog/magic-leap-2-review.

[vrexpert-4] "Magic Leap 2 Review". VRX by VR Expert. https://vrx.vr-expert.com/magic-leap-2-review/.

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