The partnership between ASUS and Xreal has resulted in the launch of the ROG Xreal R1 AR gaming glasses, now available for pre-order.
The glasses come equipped with a Sony 0.55-inch micro-OLED display that can project a virtual screen up to 171 inches. Designed to function as an extension of the ROG Ally handheld gaming console, the device offers smooth refresh rates, vibrant visuals, enhanced audio, and real-time 2D-to-3D conversion for games.
According to ASUS, the R1 glasses have evolved into an integrated accessory for the ROG Ally, unifying hardware and software for a cohesive experience. Xreal's XR technology is used to bring all components together.
The display supports a maximum refresh rate of 240Hz, with minimal motion blur and jittering, providing smooth and responsive visuals. Users can adjust brightness, display size, aspect ratio, and effects in real time. The collaboration ensures 95% coverage for focused vision, while Electrochromic Lens technology allows the glasses to become transparent when the user looks away from the screen, tinting the area around the anchored display to maintain focus during gameplay.
The ROG Control Dock, connected to the ASUS DisplayWidget Center, lets users customize the virtual screen via keyboard and mouse for system-wide control. Additional features include AI-enhanced crosshairs and other tools that emulate a PC-like quality experience in AR glasses.
A notable aspect is the real-time 2D-to-3D conversion, which adds depth and scale to standard games. Users can pin the display to a fixed position or utilize seamless tracking. Other customization options include display tint level and a frame rate booster. For audio, Bose provides support to enhance clarity for distant footsteps and explosions, improving situational awareness.
The ROG Xreal R1 gaming glasses are available for pre-order at Best Buy for $849. Pre-orders will also open on the official Xreal store on May 17 at 3 am ET.
This collaboration, first teased at CES 2026, focuses specifically on gaming. The anchored display within the lens and the projected screen aim to offer a new way to experience games, combining PC-like quality and controls.