Xreal has a new top model, and the big change is brightness.
Xreal launched the 1 Pro+ AR glasses on October 15, 2026. They cost $599 in the US and are on sale now from Xreal's own store. Engadget lists the price as $600, while Xreal's store and most other outlets say $599. Engadget notes this is the same price the One Pro launched at last year.
The 1 Pro+ is a refresh, not a new design. Peak brightness jumps from 700 nits to 1,200 nits. The 2D-to-3D mode now runs at 60fps instead of 30fps. The rest, including the X1 chip and the 57-degree field of view, stays the same.
These are display glasses. You plug them into a phone, laptop, handheld PC or console over USB-C, and you see a large virtual screen in front of you. They have no battery and no camera of their own.
Key dates
| Date | What happens |
|---|---|
| October 15, 2026 | Xreal 1 Pro+ launches at $599 on Xreal's US store |
| October 15, 2026 | Size M (IPD 57 to 66 mm) in stock; size L (66 to 75 mm) ships within two weeks of purchase |
| Later in October | Amazon listing expected, per Talk Android (not yet live when we checked) |
| November 2026 | Firmware update brings 60fps 3D conversion to the One, One Pro and 1S, per TechMyMoney |
Xreal 1 Pro+ vs One Pro vs 1S: specs
| Xreal 1 Pro+ | Xreal One Pro | Xreal 1S | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | $599 ($600 per Engadget) | $599 on Amazon (with Hub) | $449 on Amazon (with Hub) |
| Status | On sale now at Xreal | On sale | On sale |
| Display | Sony 0.55-inch Micro-OLED, 1920 x 1080 per eye | Sony Micro-OLED | 1080p |
| Peak brightness | 1,200 nits | 700 nits | Not listed in our sources |
| Refresh rate | Up to 120Hz | 120Hz | 120Hz (3DoF mode) |
| Field of view | 57 degrees | 57 degrees | 52 degrees |
| Chip | Xreal X1 | Xreal X1 | Xreal X1 |
| 2D-to-3D conversion | 60fps | 30fps now, 60fps update in November | 30fps now, 60fps update in November |
| AI HDR + display modes | Yes (Standard, Movie, Reading) | No | No |
| Sizes | M and L (IPD) | M and L (IPD) | Not listed in our sources |
| Camera | None (Xreal Eye sold separately) | None (Xreal Eye sold separately) | None (Xreal Eye sold separately) |
1 Pro+ specs come from Xreal's product page, Engadget, Talk Android and TechMyMoney. One Pro and 1S details come from their Amazon listings and from launch coverage of the 1 Pro+. Amazon prices can change at any time.
What is new in the 1 Pro+
Much brighter screen. This is the main upgrade. Xreal says 1,200 nits peak brightness, up from 700 nits on the One Pro. TechMyMoney works that out to about 71% brighter. Xreal says this helps near a window, in an office or on a plane, where the image on older glasses can look washed out.
AI HDR and three color modes. The glasses add AI HDR on supported content. You also get Standard, Movie and Reading modes to tune the picture.
Faster 3D conversion. Xreal's REAL 3D feature turns normal photos, videos and games into 3D on the glasses. It now runs at 60fps, up from 30fps. TechMyMoney reports that the One, One Pro and 1S will get the same 60fps mode in a November 2026 firmware update. So this is not a reason to upgrade on its own.
New nose pad. Xreal says the redesigned nose pad has a wider contact area for better stability and comfort. Engadget calls it the most notable change for long sessions, and Xreal says it does not reduce the field of view.
Same core hardware. The X1 chip, 57-degree field of view and native 3DoF tracking carry over. Xreal's page also lists Sound by Bose, electrochromic dimming and two IPD sizes. Talk Android says One Pro owners will find the upgrade hard to justify, and we agree.
Optional extras. The Xreal Eye camera adds 6DoF anchoring and gesture control. TechMyMoney puts it at $99, and Talk Android says a 1 Pro+ and Xreal Eye bundle costs $648.
Where each one wins
- 1 Pro+ wins on brightness. If you use glasses in daylight or bright rooms, 1,200 nits is a real step up.
- One Pro wins if you find it on sale. It has the same chip, field of view and IPD sizes, and it gets the faster 3D mode in November. It is the one to buy if Amazon cuts its price.
- 1S wins on price. It costs $150 less, but you give up some field of view (52 vs 57 degrees).
Which should you buy?
- Buy the Xreal 1 Pro+ if you are buying your first pair of high-end display glasses and you use them in bright places. It is the brightest Xreal glasses so far for the same launch price as the One Pro.
- Keep your One Pro if you already own one. You keep the same chip and field of view, and the 60fps 3D mode is coming to you in November.
- Buy the One Pro only if it drops well below the 1 Pro+. At the same price, the newer model is the better buy.
- Buy the Xreal 1S if you want Xreal's X1 chip and 120Hz screen for less money, and the smaller 52-degree view is fine for you.
- Wait if you want to buy on Amazon, or if you need size L. The 1 Pro+ is not on Amazon yet, and size L ships within two weeks. Full reviews should also be out soon.
Want to compare more gadgets side by side? Try our compare tool. Prefer smart glasses that look like normal glasses? Read our Ray-Ban Meta Audio vs Gen 3 vs Gen 2 guide.
Other tech news this week
- Sony announced the ECM-W5 wireless mic kit at $400. Engadget says it is on pre-order now and ships in November.
- Amazon's Bee launched the Bee Frontier and Bee Eclipse AI note-takers. See our Bee Frontier vs Bee Eclipse vs Plaud Note guide.
- iPhone Duo pre-orders open October 16 ahead of an October 23 US release. Our iPhone Duo pre-order guide has the details.
Sources
- Xreal: 1 Pro+ official product page
- Engadget: Xreal's new flagship One Pro+ AR glasses offer better brightness and increased comfort
- Android Headlines: XREAL 1 Pro+ smart glasses bring 1,200 nits brightness and smoother 3D for $599
- Talk Android: XREAL 1 Pro+ brings 1,200-nit brightness and 60Hz 3D for $599
- TechMyMoney: XREAL 1 Pro+ AR glasses boost brightness to 1,200 nits for $599
- Amazon: Xreal One Pro with Hub listing
- Amazon: Xreal 1S with Hub listing
- Engadget: Sony is taking on DJI with its new ECM-W5 wireless microphone kit
Image: Xreal 1 Pro+, via Xreal.
