Xreal delivers an incredibly fast 240Hz display right in front of you with the ROG R1 AR glasses.

      Big-screen gaming without a monitor

      At CES 2026, Asus and Xreal revealed a strategic collaboration and launched the ROG Xreal R1 AR gaming glasses, a wearable display crafted specifically for intense gaming. The standout feature is hard to overlook: these glasses are marketed as the world's first 240 Hz micro-OLED FHD gaming glasses, offering a vast 171-inch virtual screen experience.

      Designed for competitive gaming and immersive experiences

      This partnership merges Xreal’s expertise in lightweight AR technology and optical systems with Asus ROG’s longstanding commitment to enhancing gaming displays with higher refresh rates and larger formats. The result is a product tailored for gamers who require speed, scalability, and portability without sacrificing responsiveness.

      The ROG Xreal R1 utilizes dual 1920 × 1080 micro-OLED panels powered by Xreal’s custom X1 chip, producing a virtual display that can extend up to 171 inches at a viewing distance of four meters, with a field of view reaching up to 57 degrees.

      For competitive gamers, the glasses offer a 240 Hz ultra-high refresh rate mode with 3 ms motion-to-photon latency, which Asus and Xreal claim provides smoother motion and quicker response than current AR glasses.

      Connectivity is managed through the unique ROG Control Dock, which features DisplayPort 1.4 and two HDMI 2.0 ports, enabling easy switching between PCs and consoles.

      The glasses can also connect directly to the ROG Ally handheld via USB-C with plug-and-play functionality. Weighing merely 91 grams, the R1 is designed for mobility, not just for stationary use.

      Additional features prioritize comfort and usability. The glasses support 3DoF with Anchor mode, allowing users to position the virtual screen anywhere in real space. The electrochromic lens tint automatically adjusts transparency based on what users are focusing on, and Sound by Bose audio is integrated to provide spatial sound without needing additional headphones.

      The ROG Xreal R1 is anticipated to be available in the first half of 2026, though the price has not yet been disclosed. It is expected to be pricier than Xreal's recently released 1S AR glasses, which are a refreshed and more budget-friendly version of the Xreal One, priced at $449.

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