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Magic Leap 2

Magic Leap 2 is a standalone augmented reality spatial computer featuring patented see-through optics technology designed and built in-house. It offers a lightweight, ergonomic design with a separate Compute Pack for offloaded processing, enabling extended wear and enhanced comfort. The device supports 6DoF controller, hand and eye tracking, voice commands, and iris ID authentication. It includes 256GB NVMe storage, 16GB LPDDR5 RAM, Wi-Fi 6, CAT5 Ethernet, and 5G hotspot connectivity. The battery provides up to 3.5 hours of active use and 5 hours standby with Battery Saver. Magic Leap 2 delivers the largest field of view in its class with Dynamic Dimming™ technology and supports mixed reality capture, streaming, and multi-user modes including directory-managed users. It runs enterprise OS with commercial deployment rights and supports mobile device management.

Images

Magic Leap 2 with magnetic insert prescription lenses installed.
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Woman in Magic Leap 2 headset experiencing Augmented Reality
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Magic Leap 2 compute pack deconstructed to reveal advanced electronics, processor, GPU, battery, and cooling fans.
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The hand of a Magic Leap 2 user in AR, sharing ideas through the Magic Leap Workshop collaboration app.
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Magic Leap 2
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Pros and cons

Pros

Strengths called out by generated product content.

  • More comfortable and ergonomic design suitable for all-day wear
  • Wider field of view with reduced window effect compared to previous models and competitors
  • Dynamic dimming feature allows dimming of the real world to enhance augmented visuals
  • Sharper and more detailed images due to improved lenses and higher screen resolution
  • Lightweight with a 20 percent weight reduction making it feel more like regular glasses
  • High-performance Qualcomm XR1 processor enables smooth operation of demanding applications
  • Inside-out tracking with multiple outward-facing cameras provides precise movement tracking
  • Multi-user functionality supports collaborative use cases
  • Compatible with prescription inserts that maintain eye-tracking functionality
  • Good audio quality and overall visual clarity
  • Designed for enterprise use cases such as field inspections, equipment maintenance, and document processing

Cons

Tradeoffs and constraints to review before choosing.

  • Not ideal for users who already wear glasses without prescription inserts
  • Some users experience focal plane jumping when wearing glasses underneath
  • Limited information about compatibility with safety helmets and glasses in industrial environments
  • Potential concerns about product liability delayed earlier launch plans
  • Relatively high cost and enterprise focus may limit broader consumer adoption

Notes

Context that does not fit neatly as a pro or con.

  • Runs on an Android-based platform with expected integration of Android XR
  • Uses waveguide optics combined with microLED display technology for brightness and efficiency
  • Has a futuristic and premium appearance
  • Supported by developer tools and community forums for application development
  • Marketed primarily as an enterprise AR headset with a focus on business applications

Release Date

Release Year
2022
Release Month
101
Release Day
101
Discontinued
No2

Display

Color reproduction
24 bit

Display Specs

Display Resolution (per eye)
1440 x 1760
Display Resolution
1,440 p
Display Type
Full-color waveguide projection, LCoS, See-through AR with patented optics technology
Field of View
70 degrees
Field of View (diagonal)
70 degrees
Refresh Rate
90 Hz2
Virtual Display Brightness
2,000 nits
Brightness
1,250 nits
Brightness Control
dynamic dimming
Brightness Control Levels
1
Brightness & Volume Control Levels
10
Color Modes
Full color, see-through AR
Color Gamut
70
Color Depth
24 bit
Color Accuracy
Yes
Color Vibrancy
Full-color waveguide projection technology
Color Mode Selection
70 color
Contrast Ratio
10,000
Contrast
1,000
Transmittance
40
Display Device Type
2 x LCoS
Dimming Technology
60 hz
Dynamic Dimming Technology
Yes
Electrochromic Dimming Levels
dynamic dimming
Electrochromic Film Optical Transmittance
15 %
Electrochromic Film Haze
Dynamic Dimming™ technology
Electrochromic Film Discoloration Time
0.5 secs
Electrochromic Film Lenses
Dynamic Dimming™ technology
Eye-Care Technology
120 hz2
Eye Safety Technology
87 hz
Eye Care Certification
ANSI Z87.1 safety certification
Blue Light Filtering
Yes
Flicker-Free Visuals
Yes

Dimensions

Width
520 mm
Height
1,900 mm
Depth
100 mm2
Size Length
178 cm
Available Sizes
Eyecups, Nose Pad, Pre-fitted with a Forehead Pad, One size fits all
Frame Dimensions
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Folded Dimensions
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Folded Length
18.5 cm2
Folded Width
5.5 cm2
Folded Height
20.5 cm2
Unfolded Length
14.5 cm
Unfolded Width
14.5 cm
Unfolded Height
5.5 cm
Without Headstrap Length
14.5 cm
Without Headstrap Width
14.5 cm
Without Headstrap Height
5.5 cm
Maximum Fit Width
140 mm
USB-C Cable Length
1.5 m

Weight

Weight
252 grams
Weight with Headstrap
252 g
Weight without Shade and Cables
252 g
Weight in pounds
0.56 lb2
Weight in grams
252 g

Battery

Battery Life
3.5 hours
Battery Capacity
3,500 mah
Battery Hot Swap
On-board battery to enable hot swapping for zero down-time
Battery Type
Lithium-ion, On-board battery to enable hot swapping for zero down-time
Battery Location
Compute Pack (separate from headset), Compute Pack (tethered)2
Battery Charge Time
2 hours
Charging Time
2 hours
No Built-in Battery
No

Camera

Camera Resolution
12 megapixels
Camera Model
12 mp
Camera Placement
front of headset
Front RGB Camera
Yes
Pass-through Cameras
4
Pass Through
2

Processor & Compute

Chipset
AMD Quad-core Zen2 x86 CPU, Dual-CPU configuration, Qualcomm XR1 processor
Processor in Glasses
2 s
Compute Architecture
14 Core Custom Computer Vision, dual-CPU configuration, dual-CPU configuration with one processor in headset and one in Compute Pack, more robust processor in Compute Pack for demanding tasks, one processor in headset for lighter tasks2
Compute Pack
Compute Pack tethered to device, Separate Compute Pack handles demanding tasks, Separate Compute Pack tethered to device for shifting weight and enhanced comfort2
Compute Device Processor
dual-CPU configuration, dual-CPU configuration: one processor in the headset manages lighter tasks, more robust processor in the Compute Pack handles more demanding tasks, one processor in headset for lighter tasks, Dual-CPU configuration: one processor in headset for lighter tasks, more robust processor in Compute Pack for demanding tasks2
Dual-CPU Configuration
One processor in headset for lighter tasks, robust processor in Compute Pack for demanding tasks2

Memory & Storage

Memory
256 gb
Storage
256 gb
Flash Memory
256 gb

Connectivity

Connectivity
Bluetooth, Wi-Fi, Wi-Fi 2.4 GHz, Wi-Fi 5.0 GHz, 2.4 GHz Wi-Fi, 5.0 GHz Wi-Fi, Wi-Fi 2.4GHz, Wi-Fi 5.0
Connectivity Technology
Bluetooth, Wi-Fi 2.4GHz, Wi-Fi 5.0
Connectivity Ports
3 gen
Wireless Communication Standard
5 ax
Interface
Bluetooth, Wi-Fi 2.4 GHz, Wi-Fi 5.0 GHz
Connector Type
USB-C

Controls & User Interface

Controls
6DoF controller, Compute Pack processor handles demanding tasks, Eye tracking, Hand tracking, Headset processor manages lighter tasks, Voice-enabled
Physical Buttons
Power button, Volume down, Volume up
User Control
Controller, Hand Tracking, Voice Control
Immersion Control
dynamic dimming capability
Controller type
6DoF
Adjustable temples levels
3
Dynamic Tint Control Levels
256

Ergonomics & Fit

Form Factor
Standalone AR headset, Ergonomic, Lightweight, Tethered Compute Pack
Frame Material
Lightweight ergonomic design, Lightweight materials2
Frame Style
Ergonomic, Lightweight, Eyewear-style2
Design
Compute and battery units tethered via separate Compute Pack, Ergonomic, Lightweight, Multi-user functionality, all-day comfort2
Ergonomic Design
ergonomic design with multi-user functionality for all-day comfort, Lightweight2
FlexiFit system
Eyecups, Forehead Pad, Nose Pad
Modularity and Fit
Eyecups, Forehead Pad, Nose Pad
Mounting Options
Eyecups, Forehead Pad, Nose Pad, Head-mounted
Prescription Ready
Eyecups, Nose Pad, Pre-fitted with Forehead Pad, Yes
Myopia Diopter Adjustment
-10 to +3, supports myopia correction, Yes2
Refractive Error Adjustment
6 to
Refractive Error Range
70 to
Interpupillary Distance Range
57mm-72mm, Adjustable IPD2
Interpupillary Distance Coverage
16 mm
Eye Relief
15 mm
Comfort Features
1 levels2
Wear Detection
Yes
Wearing Experience Wear Detection
Yes
Wearing Experience Suggested Wearing Time
8 hrs
Wearing Experience Connection
Compute Pack

Audio

Speakers
2 built
Microphones
2
Sound System
Integrated stereo speakers in temples, noise-cancelling microphones
Sound Adjustment Levels
10 levels
Audio Partner
Bose, spatial audio
Fundamental Frequency
AMD Quad-core Zen2 x86 CPU

Compute & Performance

Latency M2P
20 ms

Comfort & Wear

Wearing Time Suggested
3.5 hrs

Design & Build

Materials
Eyecups, Forehead Pad, Nose Pad

Safety & Durability

Safety Certifications
ISO 27001, ANSI Z87.13
Robustness Standards
ANSI Z87.1, IP54
Durability
ANSI Z87.1 safety certification, Full UV protection lenses, All-day use
Drop Resistance
1.5 meters
Ingress Protection Rating
54
HDCP
Yes

Software & Platform

Operating System
Lumin OS2
Platform
Standalone AR device
Developer SDK Access
Magic Leap Developer Portal, SDK for customized AR apps32
Device Management Software
MDM systems
Compatibility
AR apps, customized AR apps, Android XR Ecosystem, 2.4 GHz Wi-Fi, 5.0 Wi-Fi, Bluetooth wireless2
Scalability
Custom AR apps at scale, Multi-user functionality2

Product Info & Variants

Model Number
22
Prototype Description
Eyecups, Forehead Pad, Nose Pad
Notes
advanced optical computing, Compute and battery units are tethered via a separate Compute Pack to shift weight away from the head., Compute and battery units tethered via separate Compute Pack to shift weight from head, Compute Pack CPU for demanding tasks., Designed for enterprise productivity and extended use., Dual-CPU configuration, Dual-CPU configuration: headset CPU for lighter tasks, dynamic dimming capability, Dynamic DimmingTM technology, Lightweight ergonomic design, Lightweight ergonomic design with multi-user functionality for all-day comfort, Multi-user functionality, offloaded processing, patented optics technology, Separate Compute Pack for computing and battery units2
Features
reference-design-for-android-xr-ecosystem, 14 Core Custom Computer Vision, 6DoF Controller, advanced optical computing, AI Integration, Audio, Camera, Compute Pack with Dual-CPU Configuration, Dual-CPU Configuration, dynamic dimming capability, Dynamic Dimming Technology, Eye Tracking, hand gesture control, Hand Tracking, high accuracy eye tracking, high compute performance (CPU/GPU), Lightweight Ergonomic Design, Multi-user Functionality, Offloaded Processing, Patented Optical Technology, patented optics technology, Separate Compute Pack for weight distribution, spatial audio, Transparent Eyepieces, Voice-enabled, Test, 70° Field of View, ANSI Z87.1 Safety Certification, Bluetooth Wireless, Full UV Protection Lenses, Integrated Stereo Speakers in Temples, Integrated stereo speakers in temples with noise-cancelling mics, Noise-Cancelling Microphones, Separate Compute Pack for offloaded processing, Streaming Video with Autofocus HD Camera
Included Accessories
Eyecups, Forehead Pad, Nose Pad
Optional Accessories
Eyecups, Forehead Pad, Nose Pad

Visual & Optical

Optics
70° diagonal FOV, dynamic dimming capability, industry leading optics, patented optical technology, patented optics technology, transparent eyepieces2
Eye Display
both
Tracking
6 dof
Degrees of Freedom
6
Angle of view
70

Power & Voltage

Power Supply Voltage Controller
5V DC

Reference & Certification

Reference Design for Android XR Ecosystem
No2
Warranty
1 years

Facts

Resolution
1,440 pixels
Headset Design
all-day comfort, ergonomic, ergonomic design, lightweight, multi-user functionality2
Perceived Brightness
70 degrees
Sensors
Cameras, Depth Sensor, Eye Tracking, IMU
Standby Time
0.15 days
Battery Cell Composition
Lithium-ion
Display
90 hz
Use Environment
enterprise
field-of-view-fov
70
virtual-display-resolution
1,760 p

Sources

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