XR glasses
ROG XREAL R1 AR Gaming Glasses
The ROG XREAL R1 are lightweight AR gaming glasses featuring a 0.55-inch micro-OLED FHD (1920×1080) display with a 240Hz refresh rate and 0.01ms response time. They project a 171-inch virtual screen at 4 meters with a 57° field of view covering 95% of the focused vision area. The glasses support native 3 Degrees of Freedom (3DoF) with Anchor and Follow modes, electrochromic lenses with 3 adjustable tint levels for adaptive transparency, and Instant 3D conversion of 2D content. Audio is provided by Bose technology. Connectivity includes USB-C for plug-and-play with the ROG Ally handheld and compatibility with PCs and consoles via the ROG Control Dock offering HDMI 2.0 and DisplayPort 1.4 ports. The glasses weigh 91 grams and include digital IPD adjustment. They integrate deeply with the ROG ecosystem for seamless control and immersive gaming experiences.
Images
Pros and cons
Pros
Strengths called out by generated product content.
- 240Hz refresh rate provides very smooth and buttery visuals
- Large virtual screen size up to 171 inches enhances immersion
- 57° field of view balances virtual image and real-world awareness
- Comfortable to wear with lightweight design around 91 grams
- Dynamic electrochromic lenses improve usability in different lighting
- High-quality vibrant colors and smooth animations
- Sound quality enhanced by Bose audio integration
- Compatible with multiple devices via USB-C plug and play
- Useful for gaming, watching movies, and multitasking at home
- Innovative features like crosshairs and software enhancements for gaming
Cons
Tradeoffs and constraints to review before choosing.
- Some users experience screen drift requiring head movement to aim
- 240Hz refresh rate may require use of the control dock to achieve
- 3D depth mode can be impressive but also cause discomfort
- Text clarity and sweet spot issues reported by some users
- Design described as 'very special' which may not appeal to all
- Uncertainty if 240Hz is native or achieved by frame doubling
- Higher price compared to other models with similar experience
Notes
Context that does not fit neatly as a pro or con.
- Simulates a large TV screen rather than small handheld displays
- Partnership between XREAL and ASUS brings ROG branding and features
- Compared to other XR glasses like Xreal One Pro and Viture Luma
- Offers a mix of AR and gaming-focused features in a glasses form factor
- Some debate about what ASUS adds beyond existing XREAL technology
Release Date
- Discontinued
- No3
Display Specs
- Display Resolution (per eye)
- 1920 x 10802
- Display Resolution
- 1,080 p3
- Display Type
- Micro-OLED3
- Aspect Ratio
- 16:93
- Field of View
- 57 deg2
- Refresh Rate
- 240Hz2
- Virtual Display Brightness
- 500 nits4
- Brightness
- 500 nits4
- Color Vibrancy
- sharp visuals, vibrant1
- Dimming Technology
- 240 hz1
- Electrochromic Film Lenses
- Electrochromic technology allows the lenses to tint automatically or on demand to suit varying lighting conditions2
Dimensions
- Width
- 145 mm
- Height
- 55 mm
- USB-C Cable Length
- 1.5 m4
Weight
Battery
- Battery Location
- ROG Control Dock2
Camera
- Front RGB Camera
- No1
Processor & Compute
- Compute Architecture
- Native 3DoF3
Connectivity
Controls & User Interface
- Adjustable temples levels
- 31
Ergonomics & Fit
- Design
- 57° Field of View, Electrochromic Lens Technology, Eyewear-style AR gaming glasses, Micro-OLED FHD (1920 x 1080) display, Sound by Bose, eyewear-style, featherweight2
- Modularity and Fit
- Anchor Mode, Follow Mode, Three manually adjustable electrochromic tint levels, wear like any other pair of glasses1
Audio
- Sound System
- Sound by Bose2
Compute & Performance
- Latency M2P
- 3 ms
Software & Platform
Product Info & Variants
- Notes
- Compatible with PCs and consoles including ROG Ally via USB-C, Covers 95% of the focused viewing area, Electrochromic lenses tint automatically or on demand, Projects a 171-inch virtual screen at 4 meters, Supports Anchor Mode and Follow Mode for display positioning2
- Features
- 57° Field of View, Anchor and Follow modes, Digital IPD adjustment, Electrochromic Lenses with 3-level adjustable tint, Instant 3D, ROG Control Dock for HDMI and DisplayPort connectivity, Sound by Bose, 3 tint levels, 3D Mode, 3DoF, Anchor Mode, Electrochromic Dimming, Electrochromic Lens Technology, Electrochromic technology, Follow Mode, Micro-OLED Display, ROG Control Dock3
- Optional Accessories
- ROG Control Dock2
Visual & Optical
Power & Voltage
- Power Supply Voltage Controller
- Powered via USB-C connection4
Facts
Sources
- Open
Source 2press.asus.compress.asus.com21 facts
Release YearRelease MonthRelease DayDisplay Resolution (per eye)Field of ViewField of View (diagonal)Refresh RateBrightness Control LevelsElectrochromic Film LensesBattery LocationConnectivityConnectivity PortsInterfaceDesignSound SystemPlatformDevice Management SoftwareNotesOptional AccessoriesResolutionDisplay - Open
Source 3press.asus.compress.asus.com8 facts
- Open
Source 4rog.asus.comrog.asus.com6 facts