Resolution ≠ image quality
Resolution describes the number of pixels, but perceived clarity also depends on optics, lens design, panel quality, focus, text rendering and software.
THE AR GLASSES DATABASE
AR Glasses Database: Specs, Compatibility & Features
Use the Database to understand what each product actually offers. It separates display glasses, AI smart glasses, spatial AR and enterprise systems, then puts the practical specifications side by side so you can research without relying on marketing labels alone.
Manufacturer specificationsCompatibilityDisplay & opticsTrackingBattery & comfortSources linked
Start with the category
“AR glasses” covers several very different products. The category is a starting point, not a quality rating.
Display glasses
Wearable screens for films, gaming and virtual monitors. Usually connected to another device.
AI smart glasses
Everyday eyewear built around cameras, microphones, speakers and AI; some also have a small display.
Spatial / true AR
Optical or see-through systems designed to place digital information into the physical environment using spatial sensing.
Enterprise AR
Rugged or workflow-focused systems for field service, training, inspection and industrial use.
Product catalogue
Search the current reference set by product, manufacturer or capability. “Not published” means a comparable manufacturer figure was not found in the referenced product material.
| Product | Category | Year | UK price | Weight | Display | Resolution | FOV | Refresh | Brightness | Tracking | Power / battery | Camera | Audio | Compatibility | Prescription |
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Important: specifications can differ by region, frame size, firmware, accessory and use mode. Prices are not permanent. Where a manufacturer does not publish a directly comparable figure, the Database says so rather than estimating it.
How to read the important specifications
FOV changes the experience
Field of view describes how large the visible image appears. A higher figure can mean a larger viewing area, but FOV measurements are not always reported using identical methods.
Brightness needs context
Manufacturer brightness figures may use different measurement conventions. “Nits” should therefore be compared carefully, especially between see-through and virtual-display products.
3DoF vs 6DoF
3DoF tracks orientation such as turning your head. 6DoF adds positional movement, allowing a system to understand changes in your location within its tracked space.
USB-C is not enough
A USB-C connector does not guarantee video output. Check for DisplayPort Alt Mode, the host device, adapters and any product-specific software requirements.
Weight is only part of comfort
Balance, nose pressure, temple pressure, cable position, lens fit, heat and prescription configuration can matter as much as the headline gram figure.
Database methodology
The Database is designed as a factual reference rather than a league table. It does not award an overall score or declare a single “best” product.
Source first
- Manufacturer product pages are the primary reference.
- Regional stores are used for published local pricing where available.
- Unknown values remain unknown.
Comparable fields
- Display, resolution, FOV and refresh rate.
- Weight, tracking, power and cameras.
- Audio, compatibility and prescription support.
Keep categories honest
- Display glasses are not automatically spatial AR.
- AI eyewear can have a display without being full AR.
- Headsets are identified as such rather than presented as ordinary glasses.
Editorial note: this reference changes as products, software, prices and manufacturer specifications change. Check the linked manufacturer source before making a purchase or technical decision.
Want to understand the differences first?
The Guide explains the terminology, display technologies, tracking systems, compatibility questions and practical checks behind the specifications in this Database.
Read the Guide