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June 9, 2023
Updated January 7, 2025
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Virtual Reality (VR) is a technology that has been around for decades. The first device was created in the mid-20th century. Since that time, the idea of virtual environments has been tossed around by innovators in both private and public sectors. VR is a computer technology that immerses a person into a simulated environment, creating the illusion of being in another place. While VR is being used in various industries for business purposes, it is also used by the average consumer for entertainment purposes such as gaming and movies. Today, VR and its more advanced relative AR (Augmented Reality) are included on the list of trending technologies. Headsets are the most common way to experience virtual environments and this article will focus on the top headsets available on the market today.
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A VR headset designed specifically for the PS5 that uses modern technology to improve upon nearly everything in its predecessor. It has a 4K OLED display and comes with new controllers.
- Pros: Affordable price point. Comfortable design. Works with existing PS4 and PS5 consoles.
- Cons: Requires PlayStation Camera, which is not included. Slightly less powerful than its main competitors. Some motion-tracking hiccups when playing in brightly lit rooms.
A high-end VR headset that offers a 1440 x 1600 resolution per eye and a 120Hz refresh rate. It comes with base stations and motion controllers.
- Pros: High-quality display. Precise motion tracking. Comfortable design.
- Cons: Expensive. Requires a high-end gaming PC.
A high-end VR headset that offers a 5K head-mounted display with a 2448 x 2448 pixels per-eye resolution. It is not a direct competitor to the Quest 2 or Valve Index VR headset as it costs double the price of either headset.
- Pros: High-resolution display. Comfortable design. Precise motion tracking.
- Cons: Expensive. Requires a high-end gaming PC.
Meta Quest 3S is an affordable standalone VR headset delivering sharp resolution. Its wireless design, included Touch controllers, and easy setup make it a strong entry point into immersive VR and mixed reality.
- Pros: More powerful performance with improved graphics. Affordable entry into mixed reality (MR). Fully wireless standalone design. Access to the full Meta Quest app library.
- Cons: Battery life still averages 2-3 hours. Fresnel lenses aren't as sharp as Quest 3's pancake lenses. No headphone jack (USB-C or wireless required for private audio).
A high-end VR headset that offers a resolution of 2160 x 2160 pixels per eye and a refresh rate of up to 90Hz. It comes with two motion controllers.
- Pros: High-resolution display. Comfortable design. Precise motion tracking.
- Cons: Expensive. Requires a high-end gaming PC.