Compare Apple Vision Pro M5 vs HTC Vive XR Elite
In this technical comparison between the Apple Vision Pro M5 and the HTC Vive XR Elite, we analyze the key features to help you choose.
The display is a highlight, featuring a resolution of 23 million pixels total (approx. 3660×3200 per eye) for the Vision Pro M5 versus 1920 × 1920 per eye (3840 × 1920 combined) for the Vive XR Elite.
Choosing between these two VR Headsets models often comes down to your budget, with prices around 3499 USD and $899 – $1,099 USD (depending on bundle/Business edition).
| Specifications |
Apple Vision Pro M5 |
HTC Vive XR Elite |
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| Launch | ||
| Version | October, 2025 | February 2023 |
| Display | ||
| Type | Micro-OLED (3D display system) | Dual LCD Panels |
| Resolution | 23 million pixels total (approx. 3660×3200 per eye) | 1920 × 1920 per eye (3840 × 1920 combined) |
| Refresh rate | 90Hz, 96Hz, 100Hz, and 120Hz | 90Hz |
| Field of view | ~100° Horizontal | Up to 110° |
| Brightness | ~5,000 nits (internal) / ~100 nits (perceived) | Optimized for clear passthrough; 19 PPD (Pixels Per Degree) |
| HDR | Yes (Supports Dolby Vision, HDR10, and HLG) | No |
| Optics | ||
| Lens type | Custom Three-element Catadioptric (Pancake-style) | Pancake Lenses |
| IPD adjustment | Automatic/Electronic (51mm–75mm) | Manual stepless slider (54mm - 73mm) |
| Eye relief | Adjustable via Light Seal sizes & magnetic ZEISS inserts | Includes Diopter Dials (adjustable focus for each eye, allowing most nearsighted users to go glasses-free) |
| Tracking & Input | ||
| Tracking type | 6DoF Inside-out (12 cameras, 5 sensors) | 6-DOF Inside-out via 4 wide-FOV tracking cameras |
| Controller tracking | No physical controllers (Supports PS/Xbox gamepads) | 6-DOF VIVE XR Controllers (included) |
| Hand tracking | Yes (High-precision gesture system) | Yes (Skeletal-level tracking) |
| Eye tracking | Yes (High-performance LED/IR camera system) | Optional (via VIVE Full Face Tracker accessory) |
| Facial tracking | Yes (Used for "Persona" avatars and EyeSight) | Optional (via VIVE Full Face Tracker accessory) |
| Performance | ||
| Processor / Chipset | Apple M5 chip + Apple R1 chip (12ms latency) | Qualcomm Snapdragon XR2 Gen 1 |
| RAM | 16 GB Unified Memory | 12GB LPDDR5 |
| Storage | 256 GB, 512 GB, or 1 TB | 128GB |
| Mixed Reality Features | ||
| Passthrough | Real-time 4K Stereoscopic Color Passthrough | 16MP RGB Camera (Full-Color Passthrough) |
| Depth sensing | LiDAR Scanner + TrueDepth camera system | Built-in Depth Sensor for improved spatial mapping |
| Audio | ||
| Built-in audio | Dual-driver Spatial Audio pods | Dual integrated speakers with directional sound |
| 3.5mm jack | No (Supports AirPods Pro with H2 ultra-low latency) | No (supports USB-C and Bluetooth 5.2) |
| Mic | Six-microphone array with directional beamforming | Dual microphones with echo cancellation |
| Connectivity | ||
| Wired | Proprietary Battery Connector (USB-C on the battery) | 1x USB-C 3.2 Gen-1 (Peripheral), 1x USB-C (Power) |
| Wireless | Wi-Fi 6 (802.11ax) | Wi-Fi 6 + Wi-Fi 6E |
| Bluetooth | Bluetooth 5.3 | Bluetooth 5.2 + BLE |
| PCVR support | Official Mac Virtual Display (Supports Ultra-wide 4K/5K) | Yes (VIVE Streaming via USB-C or Wireless Wi-Fi 6E) |
| Compatibility | ||
| Platforms | App Store (visionOS), iPad/iPhone App Support | VIVERSE, SteamVR, Viveport |
| Supported OS | visionOS 2.0 or later | VIVE XR (Android-based) |
| Comfort | ||
| Weight | 750 – 800 g (with Light Seal and Head Band) | 625g (with battery cradle) / 260g (in Glasses Mode) |
| Strap type | Solo Knit Band and Dual Knit Band (Included) | Rigid battery cradle (standalone) or Temple arms (glasses mode) |
| Face interface | Magnetic "Light Seal" (Various sizes) | Magnetic fabric gasket (Face Gasket 2.0 included in Deluxe Pack) |
| Battery | ||
| Battery life | 2.5 hours general use / 3 hours video | Up to 2 hours (Hot-swappable) |
| Charging method | USB-C (via external battery pack) | USB-C (30W Fast Charging) |
| External battery support | Required (Headset is tethered to external pack) | Yes (Headset has a built-in 20-minute reserve for swapping) |
| Misc | ||
| Inside the box | Headset, Battery, Solo/Dual Bands, Light Seal, Cover | XR Elite Headset, Battery Cradle, 2x Controllers, Deluxe Strap, Face Gasket 2.0, MR Gasket, USB-C Cables, Microfiber Pouch |
| Price | 3499 USD | $899 – $1,099 USD (depending on bundle/Business edition) |
| Full Details | Vision Pro M5 - Full Specifications | Vive XR Elite - Full Specifications |