Optimus Gen 2 vs CyberOne: Specs, Price & ROS Support Compared (2022)
Tesla vs Xiaomi — independent, side-by-side analysis.
Quick Verdict
Optimus Gen 2 leads in more DOF, higher payload. Overall, Optimus Gen 2 has an edge in 2 out of 2 compared categories.
Optimus Gen 2
Tesla
CyberOne
Xiaomi
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Optimus Gen 2 CyberOne
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)PriceNot for sale. A next-generation model (codename 'Tieda') was shown at World Robot Conference on Aug 19-20, 2026 and at IFA Berlin in Sept 2026: ~170 cm, 66 kg, 66 DOF (about half in the hands); running pilot shifts in Xiaomi's EV plant (98% success on self-tapping nut installation). Xiaomi states humanoids are far from large-scale commercialization; no price or mass-production date.
168 cmHeight177 cm
57 kgWeight52 kg
28DOF21
20 kgPayload1.5 kg
8hRuntime—
2.2 m/sSpeed—
YesStairs—
NoLiDARNo
Tesla FSD custom SoCComputeXiaomi Mi-Sense depth + custom AI chip
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
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CyberOne
Fully proprietary. No public SDK/API. Closed ecosystem.
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
CyberOne
Cons
- Still in development, no commercial availability
- Unit price not publicly disclosed (quote-on-request or enterprise-only)
- Low rated payload (1.5 kg) — research or light-handling tasks only
- Closed software stack — no public SDK or ROS support
Frequently asked questions
How do Optimus Gen 2 and CyberOne 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). CyberOne: Not for sale. A next-generation model (codename 'Tieda') was shown at World Robot Conference on Aug 19-20, 2026 and at IFA Berlin in Sept 2026: ~170 cm, 66 kg, 66 DOF (about half in the hands); running pilot shifts in Xiaomi's EV plant (98% success on self-tapping nut installation). Xiaomi states humanoids are far from large-scale commercialization; no price or mass-production date..
Which has higher payload: Optimus Gen 2 or CyberOne?
Optimus Gen 2 rates a higher payload at 20 kg vs 1.5 kg. Payload ratings are vendor claims and do not always include a duty cycle — peak vs sustained payload can differ significantly.
Last updated: 2022
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