N2 vs Optimus
Side-by-side comparison of N2 (Noetix) and Optimus (Tesla) — specs, pricing, Robolist Product Score, and verified deployments. Updated daily.
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Layer 1: Identity & Trust
Manufacturer Country
- N2China
- OptimusUnited States
Year First Available
- N22023
- Optimus2022
Verified Deployments
- N20 Deployments
- Optimus0 Deployments
Layer 2: Operational
Price Range (USD)
- N2$21,206
- Optimus$25,000
Battery / Shift Runtime
- N21.5 hrs
- Optimus8 hrs
Availability Status
- N2ACTIVE
- OptimusACTIVE
Physical Form Factor
Height
- N2118 mm
- Optimus173 mm
Weight
- N230 kg
- Optimus25.4 kg
Mobility Type
- N2bipedal
- Optimusbipedal
Humanoid Subtype
- N2full bipedal
- Optimusfull bipedal
Walking Speed
- N23.2 m/s
- Optimus2.2 m/s
Running Capable
- N2run capable
- Optimusrun capable
Stair Climbing
- N2demo only
- Optimus—
Terrain
- N2flat_indoor, mild_incline
- Optimusflat indoor, uneven outdoor
Payload & Dexterity
Payload
- N25 kg
- Optimus9 kg
Payload (Peak)
- N25 kg
- Optimus68 kg
Total DOF
- N218
- Optimus75
Arm DOF
- N24
- Optimus28
Hand DOF
- N20
- Optimus22
Bimanual Coordination
- N2independent
- Optimusfull bimanual
Compute & AI
Onboard Compute
- N26 TOPS
- OptimusTesla AI5 chip
Compute Platform
- N2NVIDIA Jetson Orin Nano Super
- OptimusTesla Full Self-Driving (FSD) computer
VLM Capable
- N2none
- Optimus—
Imitation Learning
- N2No
- Optimus—
Programming
- N2code_python, code_ros, teleoperation
- Optimuscode_python, proprietary_app
Battery & Power
Runtime
- N21.5 hrs
- Optimus8 hrs
Battery Capacity
- N20.3 kWh
- Optimus2.3 kWh
Charging Method
- N2manual swap
- Optimus—
Battery Swap
- N2Yes
- Optimus—
Avg Power Consumption
- N215 W
- Optimus—
Safety
Fall Recovery
- N2Yes
- Optimus—
Human Detection Method
- N2vision human
- Optimus—
Software
SDK Languages
- N2Python, C++, ROS
- Optimuscode_python, proprietary_app
ROS Support
- N2ros2 community
- Optimusros2 vendor
Open API
- N2open rest
- OptimusYes
Air-Gap Capable
- N2Yes
- Optimus—
Reliability
IP Rating
- N2—
- OptimusIP68 FOREARM TO HANDS & FOOT
Deployment Maturity
- N2beta pilot
- Optimusprototype
Commercial
Price (USD)
- N2$21,206
- Optimus$25,000
Price Tier
- N280-150K
- Optimus20-40K
Pricing Model
- N2capex
- Optimuscapex
Delivery Lead Time
- N2—
- Optimus2 mo
Applications
- N2education, research, hospitality
- Optimuslogistics, healthcare, domestic use
| Layer 1: Identity & Trust | ||
| Manufacturer Country (values differ) | China | United States |
| Year First Available (values differ) | 2023 | 2022 |
| Verified Deployments | 0 Deployments | 0 Deployments |
| Layer 2: Operational | ||
| Price Range (USD) (values differ) | $21,206 | $25,000 |
| Battery / Shift Runtime (values differ) | 1.5 hrs | 8 hrs |
| Availability Status | ACTIVE | ACTIVE |
| Layer 3: Category Specific | ||
| Physical Form Factor | ||
| Height (values differ) | 118 mm | 173 mm |
| Weight (values differ) | 30 kg | 25.4 kg |
| Mobility Type | bipedal | bipedal |
| Humanoid Subtype | full bipedal | full bipedal |
| Walking Speed (values differ) | 3.2 m/s | 2.2 m/s |
| Running Capable | run capable | run capable |
| Stair Climbing (values differ) | demo only | — |
| Terrain (values differ) | flat_indoor, mild_incline | flat indoor, uneven outdoor |
| Payload & Dexterity | ||
| Payload (values differ) | 5 kg | 9 kg |
| Payload (Peak) (values differ) | 5 kg | 68 kg |
| Total DOF (values differ) | 18 | 75 |
| Arm DOF (values differ) | 4 | 28 |
| Hand DOF (values differ) | 0 | 22 |
| Bimanual Coordination (values differ) | independent | full bimanual |
| Compute & AI | ||
| Onboard Compute (values differ) | 6 TOPS | Tesla AI5 chip |
| Compute Platform (values differ) | NVIDIA Jetson Orin Nano Super | Tesla Full Self-Driving (FSD) computer |
| VLM Capable (values differ) | none | — |
| Imitation Learning (values differ) | No | — |
| Programming (values differ) | code_python, code_ros, teleoperation | code_python, proprietary_app |
| Battery & Power | ||
| Runtime (values differ) | 1.5 hrs | 8 hrs |
| Battery Capacity (values differ) | 0.3 kWh | 2.3 kWh |
| Charging Method (values differ) | manual swap | — |
| Battery Swap (values differ) | Yes | — |
| Avg Power Consumption (values differ) | 15 W | — |
| Safety | ||
| Fall Recovery (values differ) | Yes | — |
| Human Detection Method (values differ) | vision human | — |
| Software | ||
| SDK Languages (values differ) | Python, C++, ROS | code_python, proprietary_app |
| ROS Support (values differ) | ros2 community | ros2 vendor |
| Open API (values differ) | open rest | Yes |
| Air-Gap Capable (values differ) | Yes | — |
| Reliability | ||
| IP Rating (priority for Healthcare & Hospitals buyers) (values differ) | — | IP68 FOREARM TO HANDS & FOOT |
| Deployment Maturity (values differ) | beta pilot | prototype |
| Commercial | ||
| Price (USD) (values differ) | $21,206 | $25,000 |
| Price Tier (values differ) | 80-150K | 20-40K |
| Pricing Model (values differ) | capex | capex |
| Delivery Lead Time (values differ) | — | 2 mo |
| Applications (values differ) | education, research, hospitality | logistics, healthcare, domestic use |
Insufficient data for full comparison
The following fields had no data for any of the selected robots: Arm Reach, Grip Strength, Manipulation Repeatability, Tool Use, Foundation Models, Teleoperation, Charging Time, Force-Limited Arms, Fall Detection Response, Emergency Stops, Safe Speed Near Humans, Simulation Platforms, MTBF, Task Success Rate, Noise Level, RaaS / Month, Developer Unit Price, Warranty, Production Pilots
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Frequently asked
Who makes N2 and Optimus?
N2 is made by Noetix, based in CN. Optimus is made by Tesla, based in US.
When were N2 and Optimus launched?
N2 launched in 2023. Optimus launched in 2022.
How much does N2 cost compared to Optimus?
N2 is listed at $21,206. Optimus is listed at $25,000.
How do N2 and Optimus compare on the Robolist Product Score?
N2 scores 44/100. 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 N2 and Optimus?
N2 carries up to 5 kg. Optimus carries up to 68 kg.
Are N2 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 N2 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.
Going deeper — picking the right robot
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About this comparison
N2 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.