The Lenovo Legion Glasses are the company’s first foray into AR wearable tech, and honestly, they’ve pretty much nailed it. They’re astonishingly good; you’d expect nothing less for the price. When it comes to smart glasses, you need versatility, reliable connectivity, comfort, and a design that won’t make you feel foolish for wearing them out and about. Thankfully, Lenovo has followed through and pretty much covered all these requirements.
What are the Legion Glasses For?
There’s no denying that the Lenovo Legion Glasses are an expensive and niche product, but now that I’ve tested them, I get it. AR glasses have become a big thing, with plenty of manufacturers trying to develop something stylish, effective, and useful for consumers looking for something a bit different. Lenovo really started strong with its first entry into the market. However, these aren’t AR in the strictest sense; if the room is bright enough, you’ll be able to see bits of it, but these are predominately wearable screens.
The glasses are bulky but look good, and most importantly, they work fantastically well. They allow you to see an incredible 86-inch screen when you plug it into your device. Remember that they don’t work with everything with a USB-C port, so research. I paired them with my Lenovo Legion Go, and it was game-changing. Now, my on-the-go productivity and gaming can benefit from a far larger screen that moves with my head and allows for far more comfort and screen real estate. Being able to use the device in bed if I can’t be bothered to get up, well, that’s just an added bonus. It’s also great if you want more privacy when out in public and don’t want people to see your screen.
Build Quality
The Lenovo Legion Glasses feel incredibly premium. Made with metal and high-quality plastics, they feel sleek and smooth, definitely on the bulky side, but overall, they have a great feel and look. I particularly the attention to detail. The glasses feature chromed hinges stamped with the Lenovo logo, adjustable rubberised tips, and a blacked-out lens. From the front, they look like a premium pair of sunglasses. I was worried about the bulk of the glasses, that they would feel uncomfortable on the face, and thankfully, this wasn’t a problem. Not only that, but they were surprisingly lightweight.
The hard carry case also feels premium, with its woven texture and soft fabric lining to ensure the glasses won’t be scratched. I like that it includes a cable pouch, but I wish the USB-C cable could be detached from the glasses for better storage.
Display Quality
Quality matters with any display technology. Thankfully, the Legion Glasses come through thanks to the micro-OLED HD display. They feature 1080p resolution per eye and are fixed at a 60hz refresh rate. While the Legion Go’s screen features an impressive 144hz refresh rate, I barely noticed the difference, but I did appreciate a vibrant, beautifully large display to look at. This was especially true if I was gaming on the sofa and didn’t want to keep holding up the Legion Go (it’s heavy!) or to enjoy a far bigger screen while working away from home. The glasses delivered. It’s like walking around with an 86-inch television strapped to your eyes.
The colours and clarity were fantastic throughout my testing in various mediums, whether doing light Photoshop work, watching a movie, or just kicking back and playing a few games.
You do get a bit of blur around the edges, and it can be finicky to find the best fit to minimise this, but once you do, you’ll take them everywhere.
Features
One of my favourite inclusions is spare lenses that fit on top of the primary ones. These have a purpose, though—you can get personalised prescriptions to fit the template and no longer need to worry about wearing your regular glasses underneath the Legion Glasses. It is possible to wear some glasses underneath, but it depends on your frame. Mine are chunky, so they didn’t fit. You also get some adjustable nose pads and anti-slip adapters to mix and match for the best comfort.
The glasses also feature a few well-placed buttons that enable Blue Light Mode, adjust the volume and brightness, and toggle the display off or on.
What surprised me was how impressive the speaker quality was. Sure, if you’re out and about, you’ll probably still want to use headphones, but when you’re at home, in a hotel, or somewhere you won’t annoy people, the speakers are crisp, clear, and give you amazing sound quality. I prefer the speakers on the Legion Glasses over the Legion Go itself.
When these turned up, the idea of travelling light worried me, as I assumed it would be another gadget I’d need to charge with another cable and plug. I was wrong. They supposedly only draw 2w of power, and this, along with the data transfer, is all done via the attached USB-C cable.
What’s in the Box?
- Legion Glasses
- 3x Adjustable Nose Pads
- Carrying Case
- Prescription lens frame
- Anti-slip Adapter
- Cleaning Cloth
Technical Specifications
| Colour | Grey |
| Weight | 96 g |
| OS Requirements | OS Independent |
| Packed Weight | 498 g |
| Packed Dimensions (L x D x H) | 197 mm x 130 mm x 75 mm |
| Height | 50 mm |
| Cable Length | 155 mm |
| Depth | 79 mm |
| Maximum Operating Temperature | 40℃ |
| Minimum Operating Temperature | 0℃ |
| Maximum Relative Humidity (%) | 50% |
| Minimum Relative Humidity (%) | 0% |
| Maximum Resolution | 1920 x 1080 |
| Connection Type | USB-C 3.2 with DP1.2 |
Final Thoughts on the Lenovo Legion Glasses
The Lenovo Legion Glasses are an incredible piece of wearable tech. With vibrant, crisp images, incredible speakers, and a premium build, they are the perfect companion to the Lenovo Legion Go. They’ll work pretty much with any device that uses a USB-C port and give you a big-screen experience on the go or a more comfortable screen experience when at home and not sitting at a desk. If you’re looking for a bigger screen on the go, these are the ones.
The Lenovo Legion Glasses are available now for £343.99, and more information is available on the Lenovo website.
