At its recent Human x Car x Home event, Xiaomi unveiled a powerful new player in the smart wearables game: the Xiaomi AI Glasses. These stylish, tech-packed glasses aim to go head-to-head with Meta’s popular Ray-Ban smart glasses and are already making waves with their thoughtful design and killer features.
Designed to Compete with the Best
Rumors had been swirling for months about Xiaomi’s partnership with Chinese ODM Goertek to develop a new generation of AI-enhanced smart glasses. Now confirmed, Xiaomi’s AI Glasses are officially out—and they’re packed with cutting-edge specs that put them on par with, and in some cases beyond, their Western competitors.
Powered by Qualcomm’s Snapdragon AR1 chip and a low-power BES2700 Bluetooth audio chip, the glasses feature a 12MP camera with electronic image stabilization (EIS), five microphones, two frame-mounted speakers, and Xiaomi’s in-house voice assistant, Hyper XiaoAi. That’s quite the arsenal for a first-gen product.
Smart Functionality Without a Display
Unlike AR glasses with integrated displays, Xiaomi’s smart glasses rely on voice commands and touch controls. You can capture photos and videos, translate foreign languages, and even interact with apps—all through simple voice prompts or a tap on the frame.
One standout feature expected to arrive in September 2025 is Alipay QR code scanning. By simply looking at a QR code and using a vocal confirmation, users will be able to complete payments—a seamless blend of AI and everyday convenience that could change how wearables are used in retail.
Battery Life That Keeps Up with You
Xiaomi equipped the AI Glasses with a 263mAh silicon-carbon battery, offering up to 8.6 hours of mixed use. This includes things like 15 one-minute videos, 50 photos, 90 minutes of Bluetooth calls, or 20 minutes of conversations with XiaoAi. If used in a more limited fashion, the glasses can offer up to 21 hours of standby time, 7 hours of music, or 45 minutes of continuous video capture.
The glasses charge via USB Type-C, reaching full charge in around 45 minutes, making them easy to top off during a quick break.
Sleek Design, Optimized Fit
While there’s only one frame design available at launch, Xiaomi made sure to offer style flexibility with three colors: black, semi-transparent tortoiseshell brown, and a bold parrot green. The glasses also come with three lens options, including:
- Clear lenses (base model)
- Electrochromic shaded lenses
- Colored electrochromic shaded lenses
The electrochromic lenses allow users to adjust shading intensity with a touch on the frame, providing more comfort in varying light conditions. Xiaomi also plans to offer prescription lens compatibility through retail partners—ideal for daily wear.
Importantly, the glasses are optimized for Asian face shapes, which may limit global appeal in this version, but they fit their home market perfectly.
Tech Specs at a Glance
Here’s a quick overview of what the Xiaomi AI Glasses bring to the table:
- Camera: 12MP | ƒ/2.2 aperture | 105° wide-angle lens
- Photo/Video: 4032×3024 resolution photos | 2K @ 30FPS video | EIS support
- Battery: 263mAh | Up to 8.6 hours use | 45 min full charge via USB-C
- Audio: 2 speakers | 4 mics + 1 bone conduction mic
- Weight: 40g
- Design: Foldable | Touch controls | Voice assistant
Price & Availability
The glasses launched today in China, starting at ¥1,999 (~$280 USD) for the base model. Upgrades include:
- Electrochromic shaded lenses: ¥2,699 (~$380 USD)
- Colored electrochromic lenses: ¥2,999 (~$420 USD)
As of this morning, more than 25,000 reservations have already been made through JD.com, showing impressive early demand.
Final Thoughts
Xiaomi’s first major foray into smart glasses with onboard cameras is a bold move—and one that’s clearly generating excitement in its domestic market. With strong hardware, smart software integrations, and real-world utility like QR payments and voice control, the Xiaomi AI Glasses look like more than just a Ray-Ban Meta alternative—they might be the next smart eyewear trendsetter in Asia.
