RayNeo X3 Pro vs XREAL Aura (Project Aura)
Hesitating between the RayNeo X3 Pro and the XREAL Aura (Project Aura)? Here are both models side by side, using the specs and prices from our benchmark.
Key differences
- XREAL Aura (Project Aura) (September 2026) is the more recent model; RayNeo X3 Pro came out in December 2025.
Specifications
| RayNeo X3 Pro | XREAL Aura (Project Aura) | |
|---|---|---|
| Type | AR glasses | AR glasses |
| Status | On sale | Announced |
| Price | $1,899 | - |
| Release date | December 2025 | September 2026 |
| Display | Full-Color MicroLED | optical see-through display |
| Resolution | 640 * 480 | - |
| Camera | Yes | Yes |
| AI assistant | Google Gemini | Gemini |
| On-device AI | Yes | Yes |
| Chip | Snapdragon AR1 | X1S & Snapdragon® Dual‑Chip Design |
| Needs a cable | No | Yes |
| Field of view | - | 70° |
Best for: RayNeo X3 Pro
Buyers looking for standalone AR glasses with on-device Google Gemini intelligence and custom prescription lens options.
Best for: XREAL Aura (Project Aura)
Developers and early adopters looking for wired AR glasses featuring an optical see-through display and Gemini AI integration.


