Vuzix M400

Vuzix M400
Basic Info
VR/AR	Augmented Reality
Type	Smart Glasses
Subtype	Enterprise AR
Platform	Android
Creator	Vuzix
Developer	Vuzix
Manufacturer	Vuzix
Announcement Date	January 2020 (CES)
Release Date	2020
Price	~$1,799
Website	https://www.vuzix.com/
Versions	Vuzix M400, M400C (camera-equipped)
Requires	None (standalone) or paired devices
Predecessor	Vuzix M300XL
Successor	Vuzix M4000
System
Operating System	Android 8.1
Chipset	Qualcomm Snapdragon XR1
CPU	8-core 2.52GHz Qualcomm XR1
GPU	Adreno integrated
Storage
Storage	64GB
Memory	6GB RAM
SD Card Slot	No
Display
Display	OLED (monocular)
Subpixel Layout	RGB stripe
Peak Brightness	Ultra-bright
Resolution	640 × 360
Pixel Density	N/A
Refresh Rate	60Hz
Persistence	Low persistence
Image
Field of View	16.8° diagonal
Horizontal FoV	~16.8°
Vertical FoV	~9.5°
Average Pixel Density	N/A
Peak Pixel Density	N/A
Foveated Rendering	No
Optics
Optics	Waveguide
Ocularity	Monocular (right eye)
IPD Range	N/A (monocular)
Adjustable Diopter	No (prescription safety frames available)
Passthrough	Native see-through (AR glasses)
Tracking
Tracking	3DoF (head orientation)
Tracking Frequency	N/A
Base Stations	None
Eye Tracking	No
Face Tracking	No
Hand Tracking	No
Body Tracking	No
Rotational Tracking	Yes
Positional Tracking	No
Update Rate	60Hz
Tracking Volume	N/A
Play Space	Assisted reality
Latency	<50ms
Audio
Audio	Integrated speaker + noise-canceling microphone
Microphone	Yes (noise-canceling)
3.5mm Audio Jack	Yes
Camera	12.8MP camera with 4K video, auto-focus, OIS
Connectivity
Connectivity	Wi-Fi 802.11ac, Bluetooth 5.0, USB-C
Ports	USB-C
Wired Video	No
Wireless Video	Yes (streaming)
WiFi	Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac dual-band)
Bluetooth	Bluetooth 5.0
Power	External USB-C battery
Battery Capacity	750mAh (standard), 3350mAh (extended)
Battery Life	2-3 hours (750mAh), 8+ hours (extended)
Charge Time	Variable
Device
Dimensions	~150mm × 35mm × 60mm
Weight	<85g (under 3 oz)
Material	Polycarbonate, ruggedized
Headstrap	Mounting options (safety glasses, hardhat)
Haptics	No
Color	Black/Grey
Sensors	GPS, accelerometer, gyroscope, magnetometer, barometer
Input	Voice commands, touch pad, remote control
Compliance	IP67, MIL-STD-810G, HIPAA compatible

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The Vuzix M400 is an enterprise-focused monocular smart glasses device developed by Vuzix, announced at CES 2020 and released in 2020 at a price of approximately $1,799. The M400 was the first smart glasses to feature Qualcomm's Snapdragon XR1 processor—a chipset specifically designed for extended reality applications—delivering significantly improved performance for industrial assisted reality applications. Weighing under 85 grams with IP67 water and dust resistance, MIL-STD-810G military-grade durability, and the ability to survive 2-meter drops onto concrete, the M400 targets manufacturing, field service, healthcare, and warehouse logistics environments where hands-free access to information, remote expert assistance, and documentation capture are essential. The 12.8MP camera with 4K video recording and optical image stabilization enables high-quality documentation and real-time video collaboration.

History and Development

Vuzix Background

Company heritage:

Founded 1997
Smart glasses pioneer
Enterprise focus
Multiple product generations

M-Series Evolution

Product line:

M100 (early generation)
M300/M300XL
M400 (XR1 upgrade)
Continued development

Qualcomm Partnership

XR1 first:

First XR1 smart glasses
Qualcomm collaboration
Performance leap
Industry milestone

CES 2020 Launch

Market introduction:

January 2020 announcement
Enterprise positioning
Rugged design
Professional targeting

Design Philosophy

Enterprise First

Professional focus:

Industrial environments
Field service
Healthcare
Warehouse/logistics

Assisted Reality

Information overlay:

Hands-free data access
Remote collaboration
Documentation
Task guidance

Rugged Design

Durability priority:

IP67 rated
2-meter drop tested
MIL-STD-810G compliant
Industrial grade

Display Technology

OLED Display

Monocular system:

Resolution: 640 × 360
Type: OLED
Position: Right eye
Ultra-bright output

Field of View

Information window:

16.8° diagonal
Equivalent to 5" phone at 17"
Information display
Not immersive AR

Display Quality

Enterprise adequate:

Clear text/graphics
Bright for outdoors
Information focused
Work-optimized

Processing Power

Snapdragon XR1

First XR1 smart glasses:

CPU: 8-core 2.52GHz
Process: Purpose-built XR chip
Efficient performance
AI capabilities

XR1 Benefits

Platform advantages:

Dedicated XR processing
AI engine
Computer vision
Power efficiency

Memory

Generous specification:

RAM: 6GB
Storage: 64GB
Enterprise applications
Large capacity

Camera System

High-Resolution Camera

Professional quality:

Resolution: 12.8 megapixels
Video: 4K recording
Features: Auto-focus, OIS
Documentation capable

Camera Applications

Use cases:

Remote expert assistance
Documentation capture
Quality inspection
Video collaboration

Optical Image Stabilization

Steady capture:

OIS for video
Hands-free recording
Professional quality
Movement compensation

Connectivity

Wireless

Communication options:

Wi-Fi 5 (dual-band 802.11ac)
Bluetooth 5.0
Enterprise networks
Remote connectivity

Collaboration Platforms

Integration support:

Zoom compatible
Microsoft Teams
Cisco WebEx
Enterprise platforms

USB-C

Physical connection:

Charging
Data transfer
Accessory connection
Standard port

Sensors

Navigation Sensors

Position awareness:

GPS
Accelerometer
Gyroscope
Magnetometer
Barometer

Head Tracking

Orientation detection:

3DoF tracking
Head movement
Display stability
Basic AR

Audio System

Integrated Speaker

Built-in audio:

Clear output
Notification sounds
Voice guidance
Communication audio

Noise-Canceling Microphone

Voice capture:

Industrial noise handling
Clear communication
Voice commands
Recording capability

3.5mm Jack

Headphone option:

Private listening
Noisy environments
Optional use
Standard port

Input Methods

Voice Commands

Hands-free control:

Voice recognition
Command interface
Navigation
Essential for work

Touch Pad

Physical input:

Side touch control
Gesture navigation
Button alternatives
Backup input

Remote Control

Optional accessory:

Additional input
Use case dependent
Flexible control
Enterprise option

Physical Design

Lightweight

Comfort priority:

Under 85g (3 oz)
All-day wear capable
Balanced design
Minimal fatigue

Rugged Construction

Industrial grade:

IP67 waterproof/dustproof
2-meter drop tested
MIL-STD-810G
Extreme temperature rated

Temperature Range

Environmental tolerance:

-20°C to 45°C
Cold storage capable
Industrial environments
Wide operating range

Mounting Options

Flexible wear:

Safety glasses mount
Hardhat attachment
Prescription frames
Customizable

Battery System

Modular Battery

Hot-swappable design:

750mAh standard (2-3 hours)
3350mAh extended (8+ hours)
USB-C connection
Field replaceable

Extended Operations

Long duration:

16+ hour surgical use reported
Extended battery option
Hot-swap capable
Continuous operation

Enterprise Applications

Remote Assistance

Expert guidance:

"See what I see"
Real-time collaboration
Expert consultation
Problem solving

Manufacturing

Production support:

Assembly guidance
Quality inspection
Training support
Process documentation

Field Service

Technician support:

Repair guidance
Documentation
Remote expert access
Efficiency improvement

Healthcare

Medical applications:

Surgical documentation
Remote consultation
Hands-free records
HIPAA compatible

Warehouse/Logistics

Supply chain:

Pick-by-vision
Inventory management
Order verification
Efficiency gains

Compliance

Industrial Standards

Certifications:

IP67 (water/dust)
MIL-STD-810G (military)
CE marking
FCC certification

Healthcare Ready

Medical environment:

HIPAA compatible
Alcohol wipe cleanable
Sterile environment safe
Medical workflows

Software Platform

Android 8.1

Operating system:

Standard Android
Enterprise customization
App ecosystem
Regular updates

Enterprise Software

Platform support:

TeamViewer Pilot
Zoom
Microsoft Teams
Custom applications

SDK Available

Development support:

Application development
Enterprise integration
Customization
Partner solutions

Comparison with Competitors

Feature	Vuzix M400	Google Glass EE2	RealWear HMT-1
Price	~$1,799	~$999	~$2,500
Processor	Snapdragon XR1	Snapdragon XR1	Snapdragon 625
Display	Monocular OLED	Monocular	Monocular LCD
Resolution	640×360	640×360	854×480
Camera	12.8MP/4K	8MP/1080p	16MP
Weight	<85g	46g (pod)	380g
IP Rating	IP67	N/A	IP66

Strengths and Limitations

Strengths

First Snapdragon XR1 glasses
Excellent camera (12.8MP/4K)
IP67 rugged design
Lightweight (<85g)
Hot-swap battery
Enterprise platform support

Limitations

Small FOV (16.8°)
Monocular only
Limited AR capabilities
Enterprise price point
Not consumer focused

Technical Specifications Summary

Specification	Details
Display	OLED, 640 × 360
FOV	16.8° diagonal
Processor	Snapdragon XR1 (8-core 2.52GHz)
Memory	6GB RAM, 64GB storage
Camera	12.8MP, 4K video, OIS
Connectivity	Wi-Fi 5, Bluetooth 5.0
Durability	IP67, MIL-STD-810G
Weight	<85g
Battery	750mAh / 3350mAh options
Price	~$1,799

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