Oakley Meta HSTN vs Thunderbird V3 AI Glasses
Hesitating between the Oakley Meta HSTN and the Thunderbird V3 AI Glasses? Here are both models side by side, using the specs and prices from our benchmark.
Key differences
- Thunderbird V3 AI Glasses is 9 g lighter than Oakley Meta HSTN.
- Thunderbird V3 AI Glasses has a 50 MP camera against 12 MP for Oakley Meta HSTN.
- Oakley Meta HSTN (August 2025) is the more recent model; Thunderbird V3 AI Glasses came out in January 2025.
Specifications
| Oakley Meta HSTN | Thunderbird V3 AI Glasses | |
|---|---|---|
| Type | AI glasses | AI glasses |
| Status | On sale | Announced |
| Price | $399 | - |
| Release date | August 2025 | January 2025 |
| Weight | 48 g | 39 g |
| Display | No | No |
| Camera | 12 MP | 50 MP |
| Video | 1080p | - |
| Battery (glasses) | 8 h | - |
| Chip | - | Qualcomm Snapdragon AR1 |
| Connectivity | - | 5G |
| Water resistance | - | IP64 |
| Needs a cable | - | No |
Best for: Oakley Meta HSTN
These glasses are best for users who want lightweight AI eyewear with a 12 MP camera, 1080p video capture, and all-day battery life without a screen.
Best for: Thunderbird V3 AI Glasses
Users looking for an ultra-lightweight, cable-free pair of smart glasses with built-in 5G and a high-resolution 50 MP camera.