ASUS and XReal have launched pre-orders for the ROG Xreal R1 augmented reality (AR) gaming glasses on May 17, 2026, with the retail release scheduled for the same day [1, 2, 3]. The glasses were first revealed at CES 2026 in January and will have their official product launch during the ROG DAY 2026 event in China later this month, including an online e-commerce sale [1, 2, 4].
The ROG Xreal R1 feature a 0.55-inch Sony Micro-OLED display that delivers a 240Hz refresh rate and an ultra-fast 0.01 millisecond response time, aimed at providing smooth and responsive visuals for gaming [1, 2, 4, 3]. The 1080p resolution screen projects a virtual 171-inch display from about 4 meters away, with a 57-degree field of view covering approximately 95% of core vision [1, 2, 4, 3].
The glasses support 3 degrees of freedom spatial tracking with the option to expand to 6DoF using XReal's proprietary X1 co-processor, enhancing movement and immersion [1, 2, 4]. Electrochromic technology allows the lenses to adjust opacity in three levels to block external light, improving visibility in various lighting conditions [1, 4]. Bose-tuned sound delivers an immersive audio experience integrated into the glasses [1, 4].
Connectivity is flexible: the included ROG Control Dock enables connection to PC, Xbox Series X, PlayStation 5, Nintendo Switch, and supports DisplayPort over USB-C from compatible phones and tablets [1, 2, 3]. The glasses are fully compatible with the ROG Ally handheld gaming PC, targeting a portable high-end PC gaming experience [1, 2]. They also support 2D to 3D conversion to create layered 3D scenes in supported games and videos [4].
Two interpupillary distance (IPD) models, N and B, are available to suit different users [4]. Pricing is set at $849 in the US market [1, 2, 3]. The official price in China is reported as 5999 yuan, though some Chinese e-commerce listings cite a 6999 yuan price point with 5999 yuan marked as a "new product price" [1, 4].
The official product launch event in China will showcase the glasses live and enable customers to order via online platforms during ROG DAY 2026 later this month [4].
