ROG XREAL R1 rog-xreal-r1
ROG XREAL R1 AR Gaming Glasses
The ROG XREAL R1 is the most ambitious consumer AR display product ever built for gaming. Unveiled at CES 2026 and shipping June 1, 2026, it results from a partnership between ASUS Republic of Gamers and XREAL. The R1 is a dedicated gaming display, not a productivity tool that happens to play games, and every specification reflects that purpose.
The R1 is the world's first 240Hz micro-OLED FHD gaming glasses, projecting a 171-inch virtual screen at four meters with a 57-degree field of view covering 95 percent of the focused viewing area. Every other AR glasses product on the market, including the XREAL One Pro and XREAL 1S, tops out at 120Hz. The R1 doubles that benchmark. Response time is 0.01ms, eliminating motion blur in fast-paced genres. 240Hz requires a boosted frame rate mode, so the glasses do not run at that rate out of the box, but the option is there for compatible hardware. The display uses Sony 0.55-inch Micro-OLED panels with a peak brightness of 700 nits. Color coverage reaches 106 percent sRGB with 40 pixels per degree and a resolution of 1920x1080 per eye. The XREAL X1 spatial coprocessor powers the on-screen menu, native 3DoF with optional 6DoF, and helps reduce latency and motion blur. Motion-to-photon latency is 3ms, keeping pace with the fastest gaming hardware.
Anchor Mode fixes the virtual screen in a physical position while head-tracking centers content for consistent viewing during motion. Follow Mode lets the screen move with your head naturally. Instant 3D transforms standard 2D content into an immersive 3D effect, working across games, video, and streaming without native 3D source material.
The R1 features three-level electrochromic dimming, adjustable with a single button from fully transparent to fully darkened for maximum contrast. Lenses also support automatic transparency adjustment in Anchor Mode, adapting to ambient light in real time. The Sound by Bose open-ear audio system is tuned for spatial gaming, making footsteps, dialogue, and explosions distinct and directional. A noise-reducing microphone array with phase cancellation handles voice communication, and directional audio minimizes sound leakage.
Connectivity sets the R1 apart. It connects to the ROG Ally via a single USB-C cable with zero setup. The included ROG Control Dock provides DisplayPort 1.4 and two HDMI 2.0 ports for PCs and gaming consoles, so it works natively with PlayStation, Xbox, Nintendo Switch, desktop gaming PCs, gaming laptops, and the ROG Ally without adapters. The dock acts as a central hub, enabling instant switching between console and PC with one click. Power is supplied by the host device, consuming under 3W in direct USB-C mode and under 7.5W with the dock. The glasses include Aura RGB lighting for color synchronization with other ROG hardware.
In the box: ROG XREAL R1 glasses, ROG Control Dock, USB-C cable, carrying case, cleaning cloth, removable prescription lens frame, nose pads, two USB-A to USB-C cables, quick start guide, warranty card.
Technical Specifications: Display: Sony 0.55-inch Micro-OLED per eye. Resolution: 1920x1080 per eye. Refresh Rate: Up to 240Hz. Response Time: 0.01ms. Motion-to-Photon Latency: 3ms. Field of View: 57deg. Brightness: 700 nits. Color Gamut: 106% sRGB. Pixels Per Degree: 40 PPD. Chip: XREAL X1 spatial coprocessor. Tracking: Native 3DoF, 6DoF optional. Virtual Screen: 171 inches at 4 meters. Electrochromic Dimming: 3 levels with auto-adjustment. Audio: Sound by Bose spatial audio with noise-reducing microphone array and phase cancellation. Connectivity: USB-C DisplayPort, ROG Control Dock with DisplayPort 1.4 and 2x HDMI 2.0. Aura RGB: Yes. Power: Under 3W USB-C direct, under 7.5W with dock. Weight: 91 grams. Certifications: TUV Flicker-Free, TUV Low Blue Light, TUV Eye Comfort for AR. Price: $849 including ROG Control Dock.
Professional Use Cases
Law: The 57-degree field of view and 700-nit display create a capable private document viewer. Electrochromic lenses adapt automatically from courtroom fluorescent lighting to outdoors, maintaining clear contrast. Attorneys using portable gaming PCs for multimedia evidence review benefit from native HDMI connectivity via the ROG Control Dock. Anchor Mode fixes documentation in space during depositions and consultations.
Business: The ROG Control Dock transforms the R1 into a desktop workstation replacement with a large private display. Dual HDMI 2.0 ports allow one-click switching between a laptop and a secondary device. Executives traveling with gaming-class hardware get a 171-inch private workspace, with full lens opacity for confidential document work in public.
Architecture: Instant 3D mode gives architects a new capability for reviewing 3D renders and walkthroughs, adding genuine depth perception to flat renderings. 106 percent sRGB and 700-nit brightness ensure high-fidelity material and finish references. The 57-degree field of view accommodates wide-format presentation content.
IT: IT professionals managing gaming infrastructure, esports facilities, or LAN centers can use the R1 as a monitoring platform. The ROG Control Dock provides direct HDMI connection to any server or workstation without configuration. The 240Hz display offers a smooth, low-latency reference for display hardware evaluation, and the X1 chip's anchor and follow modes make it a private monitoring display in crowded environments.
Engineering: Hardware engineers and product testers working with gaming peripherals or display technology benefit from the R1 as a reference standard for display evaluation. The 240Hz panel and 0.01ms response time represent the ceiling of consumer AR display technology, making it a credible benchmark for motion handling, color accuracy, and latency measurement. The dock's DisplayPort 1.4 supports the bandwidth needed for accurate signal testing.
Data Science: Analysts in gaming analytics, esports performance, or real-time streaming data will find the 171-inch virtual screen a substantial visualization canvas. Instant 3D mode adds a novel dimension to spatial data visualization, rendering 3D scatter plots, geographic models, and network graphs with perceived depth rather than flat projections.
Content Creators: The R1 is the most capable AR glasses for gaming content creators, streamers, and esports commentators. The 240Hz display captures fast-motion gaming content with zero blur, matching the fluidity of source material. The Bose spatial audio system provides a reference-quality monitoring environment without headphones. The ROG Control Dock allows direct connection to a capture card, gaming PC, and streaming console simultaneously, making it a single-cable production monitor hub.
The ROG XREAL R1 at $849, including the ROG Control Dock, is the uncompromising choice for gamers, gaming professionals, and AR enthusiasts who demand the highest refresh rate, the broadest device compatibility, and the deepest integration with gaming ecosystem hardware available in any wearable display today.
