ASUS is one of the leaders in the gaming sector, and has just taken another step by presenting its new ASUS ROG XREAL R1, some gaming glasses so you can enjoy a cinema experience.
And almost in a literal sense, since the ASUS ROG XREAL R1 offers you an experience as if you were watching a 171 inch screen. Taking advantage of their presentation within the framework of CES 2026, let’s see what they hide.
ASUS ROG XREAL R1, the gaming glasses for a unique experience
To begin with, the ASUS ROG They weigh about 91 grams, so they won’t tire you out after prolonged use.
And the secret of its image quality? Well, nothing more and nothing less than a panel Full HD micro-OLED with a refresh rate of 240 Hz, a figure unprecedented until now in this type of device. Taking into account that the Apple Vision Pro hides a panel with similar characteristics, although they are 4K, it is clear that the image quality will be incredible.
Besides, The field of vision reaches 57 degrees and, according to ASUS, the sensation is that of playing on a virtual screen of up to 171 inches when viewed from an equivalent distance of about four meters.
Be careful, the sound is not far behind. To do this, ASUS has integrated an audio system tuned by Bose that promises three-dimensional surround sound without the need for external headphones.
Keep in mind that the ASUS ROG XREAL R1 wants to position itself as an alternative that allows you to continue playing in all types of environments. And having a good sound system frees you even more.
In terms of compatibility, the ASUS ROG It’s also possible to use them directly via USB-C with compatible devices, such as mobile phones or your ASUS ROG Ally console, so you won’t be short of options.
Availability and price of the ASUS ROG XREAL R1
ASUS has not yet confirmed the price, although they will not be exactly cheap, we can assume that they will be around 600 to 900 euros. But he has announced that the ASUS ROG XREAL R1 will hit the market during the first half of 2026.
