Xreal Air 2 Pro
| Xreal Air 2 Pro | |
|---|---|
| Basic Info | |
| VR/AR | Augmented Reality |
| Type | AR Glasses |
| Subtype | Consumer AR |
| Platform | USB-C display (multi-device) |
| Developer | Xreal |
| Manufacturer | Xreal |
| Release Date | 2023 |
| Price | $399 USD (sale $299) |
| Website | https://us.shop.xreal.com/products/xreal-air-2-pro |
| Predecessor | Xreal Air 2 |
| System | |
| Storage | |
| Display | |
| Display | Sony Micro-OLED |
| Resolution | 1920x1080 per eye |
| Refresh Rate | 120 Hz |
| Image | |
| Field of View | 46° |
| Optics | |
| Ocularity | Binocular |
| Tracking | |
| Audio | |
| Audio | Directional speakers |
| Connectivity | |
| Connectivity | USB-C |
| Device | |
| Weight | 75g |
The Xreal Air 2 Pro is a consumer augmented reality AR glasses developed by Xreal, released in 2023 at $399 (currently on sale for $299). Building on the Air 2 with electrochromic dimming technology, the Air 2 Pro features Sony Micro-OLED displays at 1920x1080 per eye with 120Hz refresh rate, 46° field of view simulating a 130-inch screen, 500-nit brightness, and three dimming modes (Transparent, Productivity, Immersive) for indoor/outdoor versatility. At just 75g, the Air 2 Pro connects via USB-C to smartphones, tablets, PCs, gaming handhelds, and consoles for a portable big-screen experience.
History and Development
Xreal (formerly Nreal) released the Air 2 Pro in 2023 as the premium variant of the Air 2 lineup, adding electrochromic dimming technology absent from the standard Air 2. The electrochromic feature allows users to adjust ambient light blocking with a single click, making the glasses suitable for both bright outdoor environments and immersive indoor viewing. The Air 2 Pro continues Xreal's focus on accessible consumer AR glasses.[1]
Design and Hardware
Display
Sony Micro-OLED technology:
- 1920x1080 per eye resolution
- Sony Micro-OLED panels
- 120 Hz refresh rate
- 46° field of view
- 130-inch equivalent screen
- 500 nits brightness
- Vibrant colors
- True blacks (OLED)
Electrochromic Dimming
Adjustable light blocking:
- Single-click adjustment
- Three modes:
- Transparent Mode: 0% blocking (full environment view)
- Productivity Mode: 35% light blocking
- Immersive Mode: 100% light blocking
- Indoor/outdoor versatility
- Adaptive viewing
Audio
- Directional speakers
- Minimized sound dispersion
- Privacy-focused design
- Reduced disturbance
- Clear audio quality
- Open-ear design
Build
Lightweight sunglasses form:
- 75g weight (2.65 oz)
- Sunglasses aesthetic
- All-day comfort
- Prescription lens frame included
- Light shield included
- Three nose pad types
- Travel case included
Connectivity
Universal device support:
- USB-C connection
- iPhone 15/16 compatible
- Steam Deck compatible
- ROG Ally compatible
- Mac/PC compatible
- Android/iOS
- HDMI adapters available
- No onboard battery (device-powered)
Features
Body Anchor Mode
- Pin virtual screens in space
- Place apps anywhere
- Spatial positioning
- Multi-window layout
Compatible Accessories
- Xreal Beam (enhanced features)
- Xreal Beam Pro
- HDMI dongles
Technical Specifications
| Specification | Details |
|---|---|
| Display | 1920x1080 Sony Micro-OLED |
| Refresh Rate | 120 Hz |
| FOV | 46° |
| Virtual Screen | 130" equivalent |
| Brightness | 500 nits |
| Electrochromic | Yes (3 modes) |
| Audio | Directional speakers |
| Connection | USB-C |
| Weight | 75g |
| Price | $399 / $299 (sale) |
Included Accessories
- Xreal Air 2 Pro glasses
- Prescription lens frame
- Detachable USB-C cable
- Light shield
- Three types of nose pads
- Travel case
- Cleaning cloth
Reception
Praise:
- 75g ultra-lightweight
- Electrochromic dimming unique
- Three dimming modes versatile
- Sony Micro-OLED quality
- 120Hz smooth
- 130" virtual screen
- 500 nits bright
- Universal USB-C compatibility
- Steam Deck/ROG perfect
- $299 sale accessible
- Sunglasses form factor
Criticism:
- 46° FOV narrow
- 1920x1080 per eye moderate
- No onboard processing
- Requires compatible device
- No standalone capability
- No spatial tracking
- 3DoF only (with Beam)
- Limited AR functionality
- Primarily display glasses
- Beam accessory extra cost[2]