Qualcomm is preparing for the new generation smart glasses Snapdragon Reality Elite introduced its platform. The company first announced this new hardware based on Xreal’s Android XR. Project Aura Will use it on smart glasses. The new chip improves image quality, processing power and artificial intelligence performance compared to Snapdragon XR2+ Gen 2. Thus, sharper images, lower delays and longer usage times come together in the same product class in smart glasses.
Qualcomm is in the spotlight for Reality Elite Up to 4.4K resolution at 90fps explains image support. In addition, compared to the previous generation, the company 60 percent higher GPU performance And Up to 30 percent increase on the CPU side offers. On the NPU side Up to 160 percent higher AI performance promises. These values provide a stronger foundation for Android XR interfaces, mixed reality applications and real-time sensing.
There is also more measured progress on the battery side. Qualcomm on the same workload Up to 20 percent longer battery life aims. However, the company claims that the chip will perform better under load than previous XR platforms. Up to 12 degrees Celsius cooler states that it works. Since the screen, processor and sensors in smart glasses sit very close to the user’s face, this temperature difference is directly important for comfort.
Reality Elite will not be limited to just Xreal Aura. Qualcomm says that the new chip will power many smart glasses models in the coming period. On the other hand, the platform can also be used in some augmented reality headsets and artificial intelligence-focused wearable products. This statement of the company shows that Reality Elite targets not only screen glasses but also different XR products.
Qualcomm increases image, speed and coolness together with new chip
Xreal’s Project Aura model stands out as one of the first notable products based on Android XR. Glasses, Gemini supportSony Micro-OLED displays and 70 degree optical see-through field of view It comes with. In addition, Xreal is for every eye. 1920 × 1200 pixel resolution And Up to 120 Hz refresh rate offers. This technical table takes Aura further than just a screen glasses focused on watching videos.
Xreal provides high-performance computing in Aura via a separate compute puck. On the glasses side, Xreal X1S coprocessor is taking part. Thus, while the product carries the display and perception experience on the glasses, it transfers the main processing load to a separate unit containing the Snapdragon Reality Elite platform. This choice opens up a more flexible design space for Xreal in terms of weight and heat management.
In Qualcomm’s announcement, Play for Dream is among the brands that will use the new platform. This information shows that Snapdragon Reality Elite will reach multiple manufacturers in the Android XR ecosystem. In addition, the low latency target plays a critical role for gaming, productivity, spatial interfaces and camera-supported artificial intelligence features in smart glasses. The rapid response of the image during use directly affects the experience, especially in augmented reality applications.
The sales calendar for Xreal Aura has also become partially clear. The company announces that the product will be available in the fall and is available in the US. $99 In return, it receives early reservations. During last purchase with Launch Credit option on Xreal’s page $199 It includes information that it will offer loans. According to 9to5Google, Xreal increased the price of Aura. Under $1500 plans to keep it, but the company has not yet shared the final price.
Snapdragon Reality Elite’s technical data combines high-resolution screens in smart glasses and on-device artificial intelligence processes on the same platform. With this platform, Qualcomm promises higher graphics power, faster processing capacity, more powerful NPU and cooler operation than the XR2+ Gen 2. Xreal Aura will be available to users in the fall as one of the first products that combine this hardware with Android XR, Gemini and Micro-OLED displays.