ASUS - ROG XREAL R1 Gaming AR Glasses - 171" FHD 240Hz 0.01ms for ROG Ally, PC and Console (Standard IPD 57-66mm) - Black

I bought these glasses to mainly use in the living room whenever I wanted to game but I didn’t want to pull out a whole monitor to get a bigger screen. For this purpose the glasses are great. They are immersive, there is no delay, it’s basically like a portable OLED monitor in your eyes. You can dim the glasses to see the screen better or you can turn off the dimming which actually makes it possible to walk with the glasses as you can surprisingly see your surroundings pretty well even when the screen is on. I personally prefer to anchor the screen when I’m sitting so that it doesn’t move and then when I’m moving I have it in follow mode. They do get a little warm on the forehead area but nothing too unbearable. The audio is great and if you have the audio low enough, somebody next to you would not be able to even see or hear what you are playing so they are great if you want privacy while playing. If I used the glasses for a few hours then wrote my review I’d probably give it 5 starts but some issues have arisen with more time spent with the glasses. I tried to use other features like the 3D features but the drop in in picture quality and Hz makes me just stick with the default mode. First of all, I believe the 240 hz mode is a joke and falsely advertised. When I bought the glasses I thought the 240 hz mode meant I was going to get 240 hz no compromises as these glasses are much more expensive than the competition. However, there are compromises. For example, it seems 240 hz mode is only available through the dock as the option to enable this mode isn’t shown when using the glasses by themselves. The screen also gets slightly blurrier in 240 hz mode so there is a slight resolution drop. It is not too noticeable at first but after extended use I find my eyes getting strained easier due to the constant focusing on blurrier text and details. It makes the 240 hz honestly unusable for me and I’d rather just get a clearer image at 120 hz. I tried to capture the difference between 240 and 120 modes in my photos which really shows that they are not that different in picture quality but in real life after extended use it does become an issue for me and I’d rather just stick with the clearer image. Speaking of eye strain, the glasses do cause me eye strain with extended use so I cannot see myself using these too often which is a shame considering how expensive they are. Another issue with prolonged use is their weight starts to put a lot of pressure on my nose so I end up with a soreness and redness leading to need a break from the glasses. All in all they are a great piece of technology and I am getting what I wanted from them but with the price, features, and issues it’s hard to recommend unless you got money to burn and really need them for your own personal reasons.

The Setup & Comfort Getting the fit right is everything with these glasses. I had to do a little measuring up front, but once I got my IPD (interpupillary distance) locked into that 64-67mm sweet spot, the edge-to-edge clarity really popped. They are lightweight enough for long sessions without digging into the bridge of my nose, though it does take a minute to find that perfect viewing angle. The Gaming Experience This is where the glasses actually shine. I bounce around between PC, Xbox, and the Nintendo Switch, and having a massive, crisp virtual screen makes a huge difference—especially for titles that usually feel cramped on a smaller handheld display. The colors are vibrant, text is highly readable, and there's no noticeable lag whether I'm docked or playing handheld. Pros: Massive, sharp virtual display that acts as a portable monitor. Seamless compatibility across my main platforms (Switch, Xbox, PC). Excellent visual clarity once your IPD is properly dialed in. Cons: Takes a little bit of physical adjustment and measuring to find your perfect visual sweet spot initially. [Insert any personal nitpicks here, like battery drain on your device, cables, or audio quality] The Verdict If you want a portable, theater-like experience for your gaming systems, these are incredibly hard to beat. Just take the time to measure your IPD with a ruler and get the fit right before judging the visuals—it’s entirely worth the setup time.

The Xreal R1 glasses provide a form factor and experience that a traditional monitor or tv will not parallel. Will it replace your OLED monitor or TV? No, but it does open up a lot of new use cases—some of which are more comfortable, convenient, and/or unique. At my desk, I have a gaming pc, Switch 2, Xbox Series X, PS5 pro. I find myself enjoying the glasses as a neat alternative. If I’m in the mood for a gigantic screen or consuming 3D media, the glasses go on. It is a different type of immersion. This device really shines with the ROG Xbox Ally X. The portability, either around your house or out and about, is a really nice and versatile experience. The 240 hz mode gives benefit even when your devices are pushing lower frames—the existing frame stays on the screen for less time, yielding higher smoothness. Let me be clear—this will not give you additional frames but it will increase the perceived smoothness and responsiveness of what you are playing. On some games it feels drastic but on others minimal. The resolution is reduced(I would say around 20% from my perception). If you have a ROG ally X, this is a good purchase. In terms of comfort, I was initially going to put a lower score because it became uncomfortable after about 20 minutes at the bridge of my nose. I switched to the larger provided nose pads(increase surface area to decrease pinpoint pressure) and changed the arm orientation(there are 3 angles for the arms). This largely resolved discomfort. As far as heat, you can feel an increase in the center of the glasses. It feels a few degrees warmer, but it does not feel bothersome to me. The 3D experience is somewhere between fair to good, with the needle being closer to fair. The glasses support “Instant 3D.” The other modes do not work on my gaming devices. The Instand 3D has 4 modes. The soft/natural modes do pretty good. The upper two modes have a fair amount of instability. Frame rate for 3D is capped at 30 hz. An update for 60 hz will eventually release for these glasses once ready, which should be an appreciable improvement to already passable 3D. The ROG dock is pretty small, and you could travel with it and a console in a carry bag. I do think the ROG + R1 combo makes more sense, however. The Xreal R1 glasses are a nice addition to your setup and portability needs. I maintain the 5 star review because of what it intends to offer. It is not a one stop shop display. However, if you’re looking for a versatile and unique experience, these are a great purchase.

Overall Impression This is hands down the best money I've invested in a product. I cannot express how truly great these glasses are. Compatibility and Setup The glasses work with literally everything thanks to the included dock. Which has 2 HDMI ports a Display port and 2 USB C ports, I've successfully used them with Xbox, PS5, PC, Nintendo Switch, ROG Ally, and even the Wii. Setup is incredibly simple — it's true plug-and-play with no fuss. For Xbox specifically, when you plug the HDMI into the dock, it acts as an HDMI port for a TV, so you get full Xbox audio output. The built-in microphone on the glasses doesn't work in this setup (as expected), but you can just use your favorite Xbox headphones and you're good to go. Audio Experience The sound quality is excellent for open-ear speakers. At higher volumes, others around you can hear what you're listening to, but that's completely expected with this design. Visual Quality The screen is crisp with awesome Micro OLED panels which have great color and very dark black tones and a high refresh rate that makes gaming feel fantastic. One of the most mind-blowing features is the ability to convert anything you're looking at into 3D including console games!! the results are incredible. Key Features Screen Modes: There are three excellent modes: Follow Mode — The screen tracks your head movement to stay centered in your view. Anchored Mode — The screen stays fixed in one position in your vision. Side View — Displays a smaller screen in the top right or left corner so you can still see the world in front of you. Automatic Dimming Lenses: When the screen is anchored and you look away, the lenses instantly become transparent. When you look back at the screen, they automatically dim to black out the background. Comfort and Customization Comes with three different nose pieces for small, medium, and large noses. PPD adjustment is fully possible through both the glasses software and the dock. Prescription lenses are available directly from the Xreal website. This product has exceeded every expectation I had. Highly recommended!

I find it difficult to reconcile the positive reviews of this product. The glasses are uncomfortable and can get quite hot, which is a dealbreaker when worn on the face. While it's great to create a floating screen for virtually any USB-C device that supports visual output, the downsides outweigh the benefits, especially when compared to my experiences gaming with GeForce Now or Sony PlayStation Premium Plus streaming on the Vision Pro. While it's important to note the significant price difference between the $3,500 device and this one priced at $850, the issues of bulkiness and discomfort are significant drawbacks. I wanted to enjoy using these glasses with my ROG Ally X, but they simply aren't practical for extended wear.