Vuzix M400 V RealWear 520

CPU Data Processing Power 

The M400 provides faster response times and smoother interactions with its Qualcomm 2.52GHz XR1 Central Processing Unit, enhancing the overall power and performance of the device.

• Complex data processing task are handled easily.

• Applications run smoothly on the device

• And the wearer of the M400 gets better productivity levels    

Memory Management

The M400 has 6GB of random access memory (RAM) giving it the edge over the Navigator 520 in memory management.

• Faster processing power for running applications.

• Multi-tasking becomes easy.

• Again better productivity in the field.

Headset Weight

The M400 weight is 120g, the Navigator 520 274g so at less than half the weight the M400 has a significant advantage.

• Reduces strain on technicians wearing the device for ease of use. 

• Making the device more practical for all day use. 

Battery Capacity

The Vuzix m400 battery life is outstanding, with M400 1050 mAh battery that delivers 12 hours of uninterrupted use, whereas the Navigator 520 has only 6-8 hours long battery life.

Vuzix M400 benefits:

• Longer wear times are possible with extended life

• Both have hot swap batteries, that means you can swap them while using the device without interruption. 

Display Quality 

The Vuzix M400 has a HD OLED display the delivers better visual clarity. 

Vuzix M400 benefits:

• Better data clarity. 

• Better contrast. 

• Better brightness. 

Ruggedisation

The M400 passes IP67 Dust Tight and Immersion in water for up to 30 mins at depths of 150mm-1000mm, whereas the Navigator 520 is rated IP66 which is dust proof.

Vuzix M400 benefits:

• The Vuzix M400 has better durability and reliability.

• The Vuzix M400 suits a wider range of field conditions, therefore delivering practical flexibility. 

Dedicated Buttons and intuitive navigation

Device Control for daily uses is easier with the M400 because it has a variety of input controls, with touchpad, gesture control, and four programmable buttons for common actions.

Vuzix M400 benefits:

• The Vuzix M400 has the edge on intuitive controls. 

• Easier adoption and daily use.  

Multi-Lingual Support

The Vuzix M400 offers 28 languages for voice control 

The RealWear Navigator 520 only 17 languages

Vuzix M400 benefits:

• More practicality 

• Greater flexibility 

• Wider country coverage for deployments

Video Quality 

The Vuzix M400 supports video at 4k and 30 frames per second.

The RealWear Navigator 520 is only HD 720-1080 at a high 60 frames per second refresh rate 

Vuzix M400 lens benefits:

• The Vuzix M400 is a better devices for see what I see display type view - remote expert applications.

• The video quality and camera is sharper.    

Mounting Options

The Vuzix M400 has more mounting options than the RealWear 520 with 6, focusing on both design and comfort.

Vuzix M400 benefits:

• More versatile 

• Better Convenience in a wider range of deployment types   

Interaction Methods

The RealWear 520 has three rather than 4 buttons on the Vuzix M400, which also has multi-finger touchpad control.

Vuzix M400 benefits:

• Wider option availability for control.

• Easier deployment and faster adoption.

• More versatility.  

Vuzix M400 is the stronger option

Edging it over the Navigator 520 in 11 key areas, we would recommend the Vuzix M400 in more use cases because of its versatility and performance.

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