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Atom vs Unitree G1
Quick verdict
Atom leads on 6 of 12 comparable rows
Atom leads on Data Freshness, Payload, Manipulation, and Perception (+2 more). Unitree G1 leads on Readiness Score, Reality Score, Speed, and Price (+2 more).
Who should choose which?

Choose Atom if…
- Strengths like manipulation and perception match how you plan to use it at home.

Choose Unitree G1 if…
- Verified shipping and public proof matter more to you (reality score 82/100).
- Budget is a priority and Unitree G1 lists lower ($16,000).
- Strengths like mobility and perception match how you plan to use it at home.
Scoreboard
- Atom★wins 6
- Unitree G1★wins 6

Choose Atom if…
- Strengths like manipulation and perception match how you plan to use it at home.

Choose Unitree G1 if…
- Verified shipping and public proof matter more to you (reality score 82/100).
- Budget is a priority and Unitree G1 lists lower ($16,000).
- Strengths like mobility and perception match how you plan to use it at home.
| Performance | ||
|---|---|---|
| Readiness Score | 85 | 89 |
| Reality Score | 72 | 82 |
| Data Freshness | 100% | 85% |
| Speed | 1.5 m/s | 7 km/h |
| Payload | 3.5 kg rated / 5 kg max (per arm) | 2–3 kg |
| Specs | ||
| Height | 165 cm | 127 cm |
| Weight | 58 kg | 35 kg |
| Battery | 2 h | 2 h |
| Form | Humanoid | Humanoid |
| Availability | ||
| Price | $27,500+ | $16,000 |
| Market Status | Pre-order | Pre-order |
| Availability | Limited | Limited |
| Countries | China, United States, Germany | United States, China, Japan, Germany |
| Intelligence | ||
| Mobility | 82 | 92 |
| Manipulation | 88 | 78 |
| Perception | 84 | 80 |
| Autonomy | 68 | 65 |
| Social Interaction | 48 | 45 |
| Home Navigation | 70 | 70 |
| Sensors | Intel RealSense D455 RGB-D, Full HD binocular camera, wrist RGB-D ×2, waist RGB-D ×2, RoboSense Airy 3D LiDAR, 360° mic | Intel RealSense D435, LIVOX MID-360 LiDAR, IMU |
| Connectivity | Ethernet, Wi-Fi (SDK / integrator kits) | Wi-Fi, Ethernet |
| Ecosystem | ROM-1 Robot Operator Model; Neuro-Driven Dexterity System (NDS); Anthropomorphic Walking System (AWS); Official SDK; Optional Embodied AI Set / URDF toolchain; VR/MR teleoperation (Atom Max) | Unitree SDK; ROS2 support; Third-party teleoperation apps |
Green cells mark the stronger value in each row across 2 robots.