Embodied Tien Kung3.0 vs Optimus
Side-by-side comparison of Embodied Tien Kung3.0 (Nenggou (Beijing) Technology Co., Ltd.) and Optimus (Tesla) — specs, pricing, Robolist Product Score, and verified deployments. Updated daily.
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Layer 1: Identity & Trust
Manufacturer Country
- Embodied Tien Kung3.0—
- OptimusUnited States
Year First Available
- Embodied Tien Kung3.02026
- Optimus2022
Verified Deployments
- Embodied Tien Kung3.00 Deployments
- Optimus0 Deployments
Layer 2: Operational
Price Range (USD)
- Embodied Tien Kung3.0$37,786
- Optimus$25,000
Battery / Shift Runtime
- Embodied Tien Kung3.01.5 hrs
- Optimus8 hrs
Availability Status
- Embodied Tien Kung3.0ACTIVE
- OptimusACTIVE
Physical Form Factor
Height
- Embodied Tien Kung3.01690 mm
- Optimus173 mm
Weight
- Embodied Tien Kung3.062 kg
- Optimus25.4 kg
Mobility Type
- Embodied Tien Kung3.0bipedal
- Optimusbipedal
Humanoid Subtype
- Embodied Tien Kung3.0full bipedal
- Optimusfull bipedal
Walking Speed
- Embodied Tien Kung3.0—
- Optimus2.2 m/s
Running Capable
- Embodied Tien Kung3.0—
- Optimusrun capable
Terrain
- Embodied Tien Kung3.0industrial, security
- Optimusflat indoor, uneven outdoor
Payload & Dexterity
Payload
- Embodied Tien Kung3.016 kg
- Optimus9 kg
Payload (Peak)
- Embodied Tien Kung3.0—
- Optimus68 kg
Total DOF
- Embodied Tien Kung3.043
- Optimus75
Arm DOF
- Embodied Tien Kung3.05
- Optimus28
Hand DOF
- Embodied Tien Kung3.04
- Optimus22
Bimanual Coordination
- Embodied Tien Kung3.0—
- Optimusfull bimanual
Compute & AI
Onboard Compute
- Embodied Tien Kung3.0自研慧思开物通用具身智能平台
- OptimusTesla AI5 chip
Compute Platform
- Embodied Tien Kung3.0—
- OptimusTesla Full Self-Driving (FSD) computer
Programming
- Embodied Tien Kung3.0code_ros, proprietary_app
- Optimuscode_python, proprietary_app
Battery & Power
Runtime
- Embodied Tien Kung3.01.5 hrs
- Optimus8 hrs
Battery Capacity
- Embodied Tien Kung3.0—
- Optimus2.3 kWh
Software
SDK Languages
- Embodied Tien Kung3.0code_ros, proprietary_app
- Optimuscode_python, proprietary_app
ROS Support
- Embodied Tien Kung3.0Yes
- Optimusros2 vendor
Open API
- Embodied Tien Kung3.0Yes
- OptimusYes
Reliability
IP Rating
- Embodied Tien Kung3.0—
- OptimusIP68 FOREARM TO HANDS & FOOT
Deployment Maturity
- Embodied Tien Kung3.0commercial
- Optimusprototype
Commercial
Price (USD)
- Embodied Tien Kung3.0$37,786
- Optimus$25,000
Price Tier
- Embodied Tien Kung3.0—
- Optimus20-40K
Pricing Model
- Embodied Tien Kung3.0—
- Optimuscapex
Delivery Lead Time
- Embodied Tien Kung3.0—
- Optimus2 mo
Warranty
- Embodied Tien Kung3.01 yrs
- Optimus—
Applications
- Embodied Tien Kung3.0assembly, research
- Optimuslogistics, healthcare, domestic use
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|---|---|---|
| Layer 1: Identity & Trust | ||
| Manufacturer Country (values differ) | — | United States |
| Year First Available (values differ) | 2026 | 2022 |
| Verified Deployments | 0 Deployments | 0 Deployments |
| Layer 2: Operational | ||
| Price Range (USD) (values differ) | $37,786 | $25,000 |
| Battery / Shift Runtime (priority for Agriculture buyers) (values differ) | 1.5 hrs | 8 hrs |
| Availability Status | ACTIVE | ACTIVE |
| Layer 3: Category Specific | ||
| Physical Form Factor | ||
| Height (values differ) | 1690 mm | 173 mm |
| Weight (values differ) | 62 kg | 25.4 kg |
| Mobility Type | bipedal | bipedal |
| Humanoid Subtype | full bipedal | full bipedal |
| Walking Speed (values differ) | — | 2.2 m/s |
| Running Capable (values differ) | — | run capable |
| Terrain (values differ) | industrial, security | flat indoor, uneven outdoor |
| Payload & Dexterity | ||
| Payload (values differ) | 16 kg | 9 kg |
| Payload (Peak) (values differ) | — | 68 kg |
| Total DOF (values differ) | 43 | 75 |
| Arm DOF (values differ) | 5 | 28 |
| Hand DOF (values differ) | 4 | 22 |
| Bimanual Coordination (values differ) | — | full bimanual |
| Compute & AI | ||
| Onboard Compute (values differ) | 自研慧思开物通用具身智能平台 | Tesla AI5 chip |
| Compute Platform (values differ) | — | Tesla Full Self-Driving (FSD) computer |
| Programming (values differ) | code_ros, proprietary_app | code_python, proprietary_app |
| Battery & Power | ||
| Runtime (values differ) | 1.5 hrs | 8 hrs |
| Battery Capacity (values differ) | — | 2.3 kWh |
| Software | ||
| SDK Languages (values differ) | code_ros, proprietary_app | code_python, proprietary_app |
| ROS Support (values differ) | Yes | ros2 vendor |
| Open API | Yes | Yes |
| Reliability | ||
| IP Rating (priority for Agriculture buyers) (values differ) | — | IP68 FOREARM TO HANDS & FOOT |
| Deployment Maturity (values differ) | commercial | prototype |
| Commercial | ||
| Price (USD) (values differ) | $37,786 | $25,000 |
| Price Tier (values differ) | — | 20-40K |
| Pricing Model (values differ) | — | capex |
| Delivery Lead Time (values differ) | — | 2 mo |
| Warranty (values differ) | 1 yrs | — |
| Applications (values differ) | assembly, research | logistics, healthcare, domestic use |
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The following fields had no data for any of the selected robots: Stair Climbing, Arm Reach, Grip Strength, Manipulation Repeatability, Tool Use, VLM Capable, Foundation Models, Imitation Learning, Teleoperation, Charging Time, Charging Method, Battery Swap, Avg Power Consumption, Force-Limited Arms, Fall Recovery, Fall Detection Response, Emergency Stops, Human Detection Method, Safe Speed Near Humans, Simulation Platforms, Air-Gap Capable, MTBF, Task Success Rate, Noise Level, RaaS / Month, Developer Unit Price, Production Pilots
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Frequently asked
Who makes Embodied Tien Kung3.0 and Optimus?
Embodied Tien Kung3.0 is made by Nenggou (Beijing) Technology Co., Ltd.. Optimus is made by Tesla, based in US.
When were Embodied Tien Kung3.0 and Optimus launched?
Embodied Tien Kung3.0 launched in 2026. Optimus launched in 2022.
How much does Embodied Tien Kung3.0 cost compared to Optimus?
Embodied Tien Kung3.0 is listed at $37,786. Optimus is listed at $25,000.
How do Embodied Tien Kung3.0 and Optimus compare on the Robolist Product Score?
Embodied Tien Kung3.0 scores 56/100. Optimus scores 69/100. The Product Score blends specs, pricing transparency, verified deployments, and independent media coverage — see methodology for the full breakdown.
What is the payload difference between Embodied Tien Kung3.0 and Optimus?
Embodied Tien Kung3.0 carries up to 5 kg. Optimus carries up to 68 kg.
Are Embodied Tien Kung3.0 and Optimus in the same category?
Both robots are classified as Humanoid on Robolist. Filters and ranking treat them as direct alternatives.
What is the realistic total cost of ownership for Humanoid robots?
Hardware cost is one input. Humanoid TCO also includes integration, training, downtime, and end-of-life. Our breakdown: Humanoid TCO: Hardware, Cloud Subscriptions, and the Cost of Teleop Time.
What should a buyer ask vendors when choosing between Embodied Tien Kung3.0 and Optimus?
Spec sheets only show part of the story. Useful vendor questions cover support, lifecycle, integration cost, and references. We have a buyer-focused checklist: Vendor Selection for Humanoids: The 10 Questions You Must Ask.
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About this comparison
Embodied Tien Kung3.0 vs Optimus compares two robots in the humanoid category. All data is sourced from manufacturer spec sheets, verified deployments, and third-party filings; see our methodology for how the Robolist Product Score is calculated.