Xreal Air 2
| 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]
See Also
References
- ↑ "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.
- ↑ "Xreal Air 2 Review: Greatly Improved, Well-Rounded AR Glasses". Tom's Hardware. https://www.tomshardware.com/reviews/xreal-air-2.
- ↑ "XReal Air 2 AR Glasses Review: Affordable Augmentation". XR Today. https://www.xrtoday.com/augmented-reality/xreal-air-2-ar-glasses-review-affordable-augmentation/.