Meta Ray Ban smart glasses 2025: How the Ray-Ban Meta (Gen 2) smart glasses and Meta Ray-Ban Display AI glasses are different from each other

FeatureRay-Ban Meta (Gen 2)Meta Ray-Ban DisplayStarting Price$379 (nearly Rs 33,500)$799 including Meta Neural Band (nearly Rs 70,500)Design & FramesAvailable in iconic Ray-Ban styles like Wayfarer, Skyler, Headliner + seasonal coloursBold Wayfarer-inspired frame, larger square shape, available in Black & Sand, standard and large sizesWeightNot specified, but lightweight with improved comfort69 grams (lightweight with titanium hinges and curved front for fit & durability)DisplayNo in-lens display, open-ear audio onlyFull-colour, high-resolution in-lens monocular display with 42 PPD, photochromatic lenses, auto-brightness, and minimal light leakage (2%)Camera & Video3K Ultra HD video capture, ultrawide HDR, 60fps, hyperlapse & slow motionSimilar camera system with added real-time display preview, zoom, and capture LED for privacyAI FeaturesMeta AI assistant, real-time translation (6 languages), conversation focus (amplifies voices), Find My GlassesVisual AI prompts, on-display navigation, live captions & translations, real-time step-by-step guides, messaging & video calls with WhatsApp/MessengerBattery LifeUp to 8 hours of typical use, 48-hour backup via charging caseUp to 6 hours mixed use, 30 hours total with collapsible charging caseCharging Speed50% in 20 minutes, the case provides multiple rechargesFast charging with compact, collapsible case, exact top-up speed not disclosedControlsTouch gestures on the frame, voice commandsSubtle hand gestures via Meta Neural Band (EMG-based), plus touch-free scrolling, clicking, handwriting (future update)Health/Accessibility PotentialPrimarily lifestyle & entertainment focusNeural Band has potential for accessibility use cases (spinal cord injuries, tremors, limb differences)Launch & AvailabilityAvailable in most markets, launching in Mexico & India later this fallUS launch (Sept 30, 2025) at select retailers; Canada, France, Italy, UK in early 2026Use CaseBest for hands-free content capture, music, AI assistance, and translations in stylish everyday glassesDesigned for next-gen interaction: private notifications, navigation, translations, video calls, AI with visuals, and productivity features