UV Protection | Outdoor sports, beach outings | Industry: UV380 (blocks 95% UVA/UVB) Base: UV400 (blocks 99% UVA/UVB, ISO 12312-1) Advanced: UV400+ (blocks 99.9%, anti-reflective coating) | ▲ Base: 4% more UV blocked than standard (ideal for prolonged sun exposure) ▲ Advanced: 0.9% extra protection + reduced glare (great for snow/skiing) | Advanced: 20% pricier due to premium coating |
Lens Type | Driving, bright environments | Industry: Single-layer lenses Base: Gradient lenses (darker top/lighter bottom) Advanced: Gradient + polarized lenses | ▲ Base: Improved visibility in varying light (e.g., driving into sunlight) ▲ Advanced: Eliminates glare from water/road surfaces (perfect for boating) | Polarized lenses may distort LCD screen readability |
Frame Material | Daily wear, active lifestyles | Industry: Plastic frames (20g) Base: PC/metal hybrid (18g) Advanced: Titanium frame (15g) | ▲ Base: 10% lighter than plastic + scratch-resistant (good for gym use) ▲ Advanced: 15% lighter + corrosion-resistant (ideal for humid climates) | Advanced: 30% higher cost due to titanium |
Durability | High-impact activities | Industry: Passes 5,000 flex tests (ASTM D5035) Base: Passes 10,000 flex tests Advanced: Passes 15,000 flex tests + impact-resistant lenses | ▲ Base: Twice as durable as standard (survives accidental drops) ▲ Advanced: 50% stronger than Base (military-grade tested) | Advanced: Heavier due to reinforced materials |
Customization | Fashion/personalization needs | Industry: 3–5 color options Base: 8 colors (multi, blue, tea, etc.) + logo printing Advanced: 12 colors + engraved personalization | ▲ Base: Matches 80% of wardrobe styles (great for unisex appeal) ▲ Advanced: Custom engravings for gifts (e.g., initials) | Advanced: 1–2 week production delay for engravings |
Weight | Travel, all-day wear | Industry: 22–25g average Base: 18g (ISO 3801 verified) Advanced: 15g (ultra-lightweight) | ▲ Base: 28% lighter than standard (reduces ear/bridge pressure) ▲ Advanced: 17% lighter than Base (ideal for long flights) | Advanced: Slightly less sturdy compared to Base |