Optimus Gen 2 vs 4NE-1: Specs, Price & ROS Support Compared (2023)
Tesla vs NEURA Robotics — independent, side-by-side analysis.
Quick Verdict
Optimus Gen 2 leads in higher payload, longer runtime, faster speed, while 4NE-1 leads in more DOF. Overall, Optimus Gen 2 has an edge in 3 out of 4 compared categories.
Optimus Gen 2
Tesla
4NE-1
NEURA Robotics
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Optimus Gen 2 4NE-1
Specifications
$20,000–$30,000 target at scale; not for sale, no MSRP. Optimus V3 not unveiled as of Sep 2026; Fremont line being installed, production expected later in 2026 (Q2 2026 update)Price$105,000
168 cmHeight180 cm
57 kgWeight80 kg
28DOF55
20 kgPayload15 kg
8hRuntime7h
2.2 m/sSpeed1.39 m/s
YesStairsYes
NoLiDARNo
Tesla FSD custom SoCComputeNEURA multimodal cognitive stack
Task Capabilities
✓Pick up a box from shelf✓
◔Open a door handle✓
◔Pour liquid into cup✓
◔Use a power tool◔
✕Type on keyboard◔
✓Climb stairs with load✓
◔Walk on uneven terrain◔
✕Run (>3 m/s)✕
◔Crouch under obstacle◔
◔Navigate in crowd✓
✓Recognize & locate objects✓
◔Respond to voice commands✓
✓Detect humans nearby✓
✓Work 8-hour shift✓
✕Hot-swap battery✓
◔Operate 24/7 (with charging)✓
✕Work in rain (IP65+)✕
?Work below 0°C?
?Work in dusty environment✕
◔Work safely alongside humans✓
Ecosystem Openness
5
Optimus Gen 2
/100
15
4NE-1
Fully proprietary. No public SDK/API. Closed ecosystem.
NEURA API. Neuraverse fleet learning. Limited public info.
Pros and cons at a glance
Optimus Gen 2
Pros
- Long runtime (8h per charge) for full-shift operation
- 28 degrees of freedom — full-body articulation
Cons
- Still in development, no commercial availability
- Unit price not publicly disclosed (quote-on-request or enterprise-only)
- Closed software stack — no public SDK or ROS support
4NE-1
Pros
- Long runtime (7h per charge) for full-shift operation
- 55 degrees of freedom — full-body articulation
Cons
- Still in development, no commercial availability
- Closed software stack — no public SDK or ROS support
Frequently asked questions
How do Optimus Gen 2 and 4NE-1 compare on price?
Optimus Gen 2: $20,000–$30,000 target at scale; not for sale, no MSRP. Optimus V3 not unveiled as of Sep 2026; Fremont line being installed, production expected later in 2026 (Q2 2026 update). 4NE-1: $105,000. Only one of the two has a public unit price; the other publishes a range or enterprise-only terms.
Which has higher payload: Optimus Gen 2 or 4NE-1?
Optimus Gen 2 rates a higher payload at 20 kg vs 15 kg. Payload ratings are vendor claims and do not always include a duty cycle — peak vs sustained payload can differ significantly.
Last updated: 2023
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