XREAL 1S is a lightweight pair of AR glasses designed to turn compatible devices into a private spatial screen for movies, gaming, mobile entertainment, and productivity. XREAL positions it as an “escape that fits in your pocket,” built around a large adjustable virtual screen, XREAL’s X1 spatial chip, Sony Micro OLED display technology, Sound by Bose audio, and glasses-side 2D-to-3D conversion.

How It Works

XREAL 1S works as a wearable spatial display. It connects to compatible source devices through USB-C DisplayPort video output and uses the connected device for power because the glasses do not have a built-in battery. Once connected, the glasses show a virtual screen that can be adjusted by size and distance through on-screen settings.

The XREAL X1 spatial chip handles spatial processing inside the glasses, enabling stable 3DoF viewing, reduced motion-to-photon latency, Anchor Mode, Follow Mode, Ultra-wide Mode, and Instant 3D. Anchor Mode pins the virtual display in place so it stays fixed even when the wearer moves their head, while Follow Mode keeps the screen in front of the wearer during travel or casual viewing.

Compatible Devices

XREAL states that XREAL One-series glasses, including XREAL 1S, support smartphones, tablets, personal computers, handheld gaming devices, and game consoles when the connected device can provide DisplayPort video output and 5V/1A power. USB-C devices that support DisplayPort output can connect directly with the included cable, while HDMI-only devices need an HDMI-to-USB-C adapter or a compatible accessory.

• Direct USB-C connection: XREAL lists devices such as Steam Deck, Steam Deck OLED, ROG handheld consoles such as ROG Ally, iPhone 15/16/17 series, Galaxy S series, compatible Android phones and tablets, iPad Pro, Windows laptops with USB-C DisplayPort output, MacBook Pro, and Mac mini.
• Adapter or accessory required: Switch, Switch 2, Switch OLED, PlayStation, Xbox, and computers with HDMI ports require an HDMI-to-USB-C adapter or a compatible XREAL accessory such as XREAL Hub.
• Feature availability: XREAL notes that device model, operating system version, output capability, and accessories can affect feature support, including Ultra-wide Mode, stabilisation, 3D Mode, and display controls.
• Compatibility caution: A USB-C port alone is not enough; the connected device must support DisplayPort video output.

Key Features

• 500-inch adjustable spatial screen: XREAL markets XREAL 1S around a virtual screen that can scale up to 500 inches, with adjustable size and viewing distance.
• XREAL X1 spatial chip: The built-in chip enables glasses-side spatial processing, stable 3DoF, reduced latency, and on-glasses 2D-to-3D conversion.
• Sony Micro OLED display: XREAL lists a Sony 0.68-inch Micro-OLED display with 3840 × 1200 binocular resolution.
• 52-degree field of view: XREAL positions the 52° FOV as a balance of scale and sharpness.
• Up to 120Hz refresh rate: The official shop page lists up to 120Hz global high refresh for smooth motion.
• 700-nit peak brightness: XREAL lists 700 nits peak brightness for XREAL 1S.
• 3ms motion-to-photon latency: XREAL highlights reduced processing path and 3ms M2P latency for stable 3DoF viewing.
• Anchor Mode and Follow Mode: Anchor Mode fixes the screen in virtual space, while Follow Mode keeps the screen with the wearer.
• Ultra-wide Mode: XREAL describes an ultrawide view for multitasking, work, creation, and entertainment.
• Instant 3D: XREAL describes XREAL 1S as supporting glasses-side 2D-to-3D conversion without software setup.
• Sound by Bose: Built-in audio is tuned for immersion and includes Spatial Sound 4.0, a multi-microphone layout, and noise-cancellation processing.
• Electrochromic dimming: The glasses support three-level electrochromic dimming and auto-dimming.
• IPD adjustment: XREAL lists IPD adjustment support for XREAL 1S.
• Comfort-focused build: XREAL lists an 82g weight and promotes all-day, anywhere comfort.
• Eye-care certifications: XREAL lists eye comfort, low blue light, flicker-free, high visibility, and colour-accuracy certifications or quality claims for the product family.

How XREAL 1S Differs from Other XREAL AR Glasses

XREAL 1S sits in the One-series family as a mainstream spatial-display model with the XREAL X1 chip, 52° field of view, 1200p-class binocular resolution, up to 120Hz refresh rate, and Sound by Bose. Compared with XREAL One, it increases field of view and resolution. Compared with XREAL One Pro, it has the same 700-nit peak brightness but a narrower field of view and lower flagship positioning. Compared with xbx a01+, it is more spatial-computing focused thanks to the X1 chip, Native 3DoF, electrochromic dimming, Instant 3D, and Sound by Bose.

XREAL AR Glasses Compared: One Pro vs 1S vs ROG XREAL R1 vs xbx a01+

Model	Positioning	Weight	Field of view	Peak brightness	Standout difference
XREAL 1S	Mainstream One-series spatial display for entertainment, gaming, and productivity.	82g	52°	700 nits	500-inch screen claim, 1200p-class binocular resolution, X1 chip, Instant 3D, and Sound by Bose.
XREAL One Pro	Premium One-series flagship.	87g	57°	700 nits	Wider field of view and premium positioning.
XREAL One	Earlier or lower One-series spatial model.	84g	50°	600 nits	Lower FOV and brightness than XREAL 1S in XREAL’s official specs.
xbx a01+	Lightweight entry spatial-display glasses for simple private-screen viewing.	62g	50°	1600 nits eye brightness	Lighter and simpler, but without the X1 spatial chip features listed for the One-series.
ROG XREAL R1	Gaming-focused ROG/XREAL model.	91g	57°	700 nits	Gaming-first model with up to 240Hz support and ROG Control Dock.

How XREAL 1S Differs from Competitors

Using only XREAL official positioning, XREAL 1S differs from competing AR display glasses by combining a pocketable glasses form factor with the XREAL X1 spatial chip, native glasses-side 3DoF, a 500-inch adjustable virtual screen, glasses-side 2D-to-3D conversion, Sound by Bose audio, electrochromic dimming, and broad device compatibility through USB-C DisplayPort output. XREAL frames the product around simple plug-and-play entertainment, gaming, and productivity rather than requiring a full headset-style computer.

• Spatial processing inside the glasses: The XREAL X1 chip handles spatial display processing on the glasses, reducing reliance on software-only spatial display solutions.
• Large adjustable screen: XREAL promotes a virtual display adjustable from 31 inches to 500 inches, giving the glasses a portable-cinema positioning.
• Instant 3D: XREAL highlights glasses-side 2D-to-3D conversion with no software setup.
• Entertainment-first audio: Sound by Bose and Spatial Sound 4.0 are positioned as part of the immersive media experience.
• Everyday portability: At 82g, XREAL presents 1S as a compact pair of glasses rather than a bulkier headset.

Pros and Cons

Pros

• Large adjustable virtual screen, listed by XREAL as 31 inches to 500 inches.
• XREAL X1 spatial chip enables native 3DoF and lower-latency spatial display processing.
• Sony 0.68-inch Micro-OLED display with 3840 × 1200 binocular resolution.
• Up to 120Hz refresh rate for smoother motion.
• 700 nits peak brightness and 52° field of view.
• Instant 3D converts supported 2D content into 3D directly on the glasses.
• Sound by Bose audio with a four-microphone array.
• Electrochromic dimming with three levels and auto-dimming.
• IPD adjustment is supported.
• Lightweight 82g design with a glasses-style form factor.
• Includes practical accessories such as a USB-C cable, nose pads, cleaning cloth, protective case, and user manual.

Cons or Considerations

• The connected device must support USB-C DisplayPort output; a USB-C port alone is not enough.
• The glasses do not include a built-in battery, so they draw power from the connected device or accessory.
• HDMI-only devices such as some consoles or desktop PCs require an adapter or compatible XREAL accessory.
• Some features depend on the device model, operating system, firmware, and accessory setup.
• It has a narrower 52° field of view than XREAL One Pro and ROG XREAL R1, which both list 57°.
• Its 120Hz refresh rate is lower than the gaming-focused ROG XREAL R1’s advertised 240Hz capability.
• Prescription users may need XREAL’s prescription-lens service or compatible prescription lens inserts.

What’s in the Box?

XREAL’s official shop pages list the following box contents for XREAL 1S:

• Glasses unit
• C-C cable
• Nose pads in S, M, and L sizes
• Cleaning cloth
• Protective case
• User manual

XREAL 1S is best understood as a mainstream spatial-display pair of AR glasses for people who want a portable private screen with stronger spatial features than basic display glasses. Its biggest advantages are the XREAL X1 spatial chip, 500-inch adjustable screen claim, Sony Micro-OLED display, 120Hz refresh rate, 3ms motion-to-photon latency, Sound by Bose, Instant 3D, and electrochromic dimming. Users who want the widest XREAL field of view may prefer XREAL One Pro, while gamers chasing the highest refresh rate should compare it with ROG XREAL R1. For everyday entertainment, travel, gaming, and light productivity, XREAL 1S sits as a balanced, compact One-series option.