Compare HP Reverb G2 vs Meta Quest 3
In this technical comparison between the HP Reverb G2 and the Meta Quest 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 2064 × 2208 per eye for the Quest 3.
Choosing between these two VR Headsets models often comes down to your budget, with prices around Originally $599 and 500 USD.
| Specifications |
HP Reverb G2 |
Meta Quest 3 |
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| Launch | ||
| Version | May 2020 | October, 2023 |
| Display | ||
| Type | Dual 2.89-inch LCD Panels (Full RGB Stripe) | LCD (Infinite Display) |
| Resolution | 2160 × 2160 per eye (4320 × 2160 combined) | 2064 × 2208 per eye |
| Refresh rate | 90Hz | 90 Hz / 120 Hz supported |
| Field of view | 114° (Diagonal) | ~110° horizontal / ~96° vertical |
| Brightness | High-luminance (optimized for simulation environments) | - |
| HDR | No | No |
| Optics | ||
| Lens type | Valve-designed Fresnel Lenses (High-clarity "sweet spot") | Pancake lenses |
| IPD adjustment | Manual slider (60mm – 68mm) | Continuous 53–75 mm |
| Eye relief | Adjustable via removable magnetic face gasket spacer (on V2 model) | Yes (lens depth adjustment) |
| Tracking & Input | ||
| Tracking type | 6-DOF Inside-out via 4 cameras | Inside-out (6 DoF) |
| Controller tracking | 6-DOF Reverb G2 Controllers (included) | Yes (IR + SLAM tracking) |
| Hand tracking | No | Yes |
| Eye tracking | No | No |
| Facial tracking | No | No |
| Performance | ||
| Processor / Chipset | (PC-Tethered only) | Qualcomm Snapdragon XR2 Gen 2 |
| RAM | No | 8 GB |
| Storage | No | 128 GB / 512 GB |
| Mixed Reality Features | ||
| Passthrough | Low-resolution Monochrome (Flashlight mode) | Full-color stereo passthrough |
| Depth sensing | No | Yes (depth sensor + scene understanding) |
| Audio | ||
| Built-in audio | Valve Index-style Off-ear Speakers (High-fidelity spatial audio) | Yes (spatial speakers) |
| 3.5mm jack | No | Yes |
| Mic | Dual microphones | Yes (4-mic array) |
| Connectivity | ||
| Wired | 6-meter proprietary cable (Connects to DisplayPort 1.3 and USB-C 3.0) | USB-C (Link mode) |
| Wireless | No | Wi-Fi 6E |
| Bluetooth | Built-in (for controller pairing) | Bluetooth 5.2 |
| PCVR support | Native (Windows Mixed Reality and SteamVR) | Yes (Wired Link + Air Link + Virtual Desktop) |
| Compatibility | ||
| Platforms | SteamVR, Windows Mixed Reality (WMR) | Standalone / PCVR |
| Supported OS | Windows 10/11 (Note: Microsoft is deprecating WMR in 2026; legacy drivers required) | Meta OS (Android-based), Windows for PCVR |
| Comfort | ||
| Weight | 498g (Headset only) / 544g (with strap) | ~515 g (without strap) |
| Strap type | Flexible overhead strap with Velcro side adjustments | Soft strap (optional Elite strap) |
| Face interface | Replaceable magnetic fabric cushion | Replaceable facial interface |
| Battery | ||
| Battery life | No | ~2–3 hours usage |
| Charging method | No | USB-C charging / dock support (optional) |
| External battery support | No | Yes (strap-mounted power pack) |
| Misc | ||
| Inside the box | Headset, 2x Controllers, 6m Cable, Power Adapter, DP to Mini-DP Adapter, USB-C to A Adapter | Headset + 2 Touch Plus controllers + cables |
| Price | Originally $599 | 500 USD |
| Full Details | Reverb G2 - Full Specifications | Quest 3 - Full Specifications |