Compare HP Reverb G2 vs HTC Vive Focus 3
In this technical comparison between the HP Reverb G2 and the HTC Vive Focus 3, we analyze the key features to help you choose.
The display is a highlight, featuring a resolution of 2160 × 2160 per eye (4320 × 2160 combined) for the Reverb G2 versus 2448 × 2448 per eye (5K total resolution) for the Vive Focus 3.
Choosing between these two VR Headsets models often comes down to your budget, with prices around Originally $599 and Originally $1,300; currently retails for ~$999 USD.
| Specifications |
HP Reverb G2 |
HTC Vive Focus 3 |
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| Launch | ||
| Version | May 2020 | June 2021 |
| Display | ||
| Type | Dual 2.89-inch LCD Panels (Full RGB Stripe) | Dual 2.88-inch LCD Panels |
| Resolution | 2160 × 2160 per eye (4320 × 2160 combined) | 2448 × 2448 per eye (5K total resolution) |
| Refresh rate | 90Hz | 90Hz |
| Field of view | 114° (Diagonal) | Up to 120° (Horizontal) |
| Brightness | High-luminance (optimized for simulation environments) | High-luminance LCD with active cooling to prevent dimming |
| HDR | No | No |
| Optics | ||
| Lens type | Valve-designed Fresnel Lenses (High-clarity "sweet spot") | Bespoke Dual-element Fresnel Lenses |
| IPD adjustment | Manual slider (60mm – 68mm) | Manual dial (57mm - 72mm) |
| Eye relief | Adjustable via removable magnetic face gasket spacer (on V2 model) | 150mm wide interface |
| Tracking & Input | ||
| Tracking type | 6-DOF Inside-out via 4 cameras | 6-DOF Inside-out via 4 wide-angle tracking cameras |
| Controller tracking | 6-DOF Reverb G2 Controllers (included) | 6-DOF VIVE Focus 3 Controllers (Rechargeable via USB-C) |
| Hand tracking | No | Yes (26-point skeletal tracking) |
| Eye tracking | No | Optional (via add-on accessory) |
| Facial tracking | No | Optional (via add-on accessory) |
| Performance | ||
| Processor / Chipset | (PC-Tethered only) | Qualcomm Snapdragon XR2 Gen 1 (Active-cooled with copper heat pipes) |
| RAM | No | 8GB LPDDR5 |
| Storage | No | 128GB |
| Mixed Reality Features | ||
| Passthrough | Low-resolution Monochrome (Flashlight mode) | Mono Grayscale (Black and White) |
| Depth sensing | No | No |
| Audio | ||
| Built-in audio | Valve Index-style Off-ear Speakers (High-fidelity spatial audio) | Open-back dual-driver speakers |
| 3.5mm jack | No | Yes (Hi-Res certified) |
| Mic | Dual microphones | Dual microphones with echo cancellation |
| Connectivity | ||
| Wired | 6-meter proprietary cable (Connects to DisplayPort 1.3 and USB-C 3.0) | 2x USB-C 3.2 Gen-1 ports (one for peripherals, one for charging/data) |
| Wireless | No | Wi-Fi 6 / Wi-Fi 6E |
| Bluetooth | Built-in (for controller pairing) | Bluetooth 5.2 + BLE |
| PCVR support | Native (Windows Mixed Reality and SteamVR) | Yes (via VIVE Business Streaming over Wi-Fi 6E or USB-C cable) |
| Compatibility | ||
| Platforms | SteamVR, Windows Mixed Reality (WMR) | VIVE Business Store, SteamVR (via PC), VIVE Sync |
| Supported OS | Windows 10/11 (Note: Microsoft is deprecating WMR in 2026; legacy drivers required) | VIVE OS (Android-based) |
| Comfort | ||
| Weight | 498g (Headset only) / 544g (with strap) | 785g (Total with battery); near 50-50 balance front-to-back |
| Strap type | Flexible overhead strap with Velcro side adjustments | Rigid strap with rear-mounted battery and adjustment dial |
| Face interface | Replaceable magnetic fabric cushion | Magnetic PU leather cushions (Moisture-resistant and easy to wipe) |
| Battery | ||
| Battery life | No | Approx. 2 hours |
| Charging method | No | USB-C |
| External battery support | No | Hot-swappable |
| Misc | ||
| Inside the box | Headset, 2x Controllers, 6m Cable, Power Adapter, DP to Mini-DP Adapter, USB-C to A Adapter | Focus 3 Headset, 2x Controllers, Battery Pack, 30W AC Adapter, Charging Splitter Cable, Cleaning Cloth |
| Price | Originally $599 | Originally $1,300; currently retails for ~$999 USD |
| Full Details | Reverb G2 - Full Specifications | Vive Focus 3 - Full Specifications |