HTC Vive Cosmos Elite vs other items
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HTC Vive Cosmos Elite |
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| Launch | ||
| Version | March 2020 | |
| Display | ||
| Type | Dual 3.4" LCD Panels | |
| Resolution | 2880 × 1700 total (1440 × 1700 per eye) | |
| Refresh rate | 90Hz | |
| Field of view | 110° | |
| Brightness | Standard LCD brightness | |
| HDR | Not supported | |
| Optics | ||
| Lens type | Fresnel | |
| IPD adjustment | Hardware-adjustable dial (approx. 61mm - 73mm) | |
| Eye relief | Not adjustable (fixed distance), but features a Flip-up Visor for quick reality checks. | |
| Tracking & Input | ||
| Tracking type | SteamVR Tracking 1.0 / 2.0 (External Base Stations) | |
| Controller tracking | Tracked by Base Stations (uses original Vive "Wand" controllers) | |
| Hand tracking | Supported via the Vive Hand Tracking SDK | |
| Eye tracking | Not supported | |
| Facial tracking | Compatible via the Vive Facial Tracker accessory | |
| Performance | ||
| Processor / Chipset | None (PC-powered) | |
| RAM | PC Dependent (Minimum 4GB+ required) | |
| Storage | None | |
| Mixed Reality Features | ||
| Passthrough | Dual cameras on the faceplate (Stereoscopic, used for Chaperone/Passthrough) | |
| Depth sensing | No dedicated sensor | |
| Audio | ||
| Built-in audio | Integrated on-ear stereo headphones | |
| 3.5mm jack | Yes | |
| Mic | Integrated dual microphones | |
| Connectivity | ||
| Wired | Proprietary cable to Link Box (DisplayPort 1.2, USB 3.0) | |
| Wireless | Supported via optional Vive Wireless Adapter (Intel WiGig) | |
| Bluetooth | Yes (for Base Station power management) | |
| PCVR support | Native (SteamVR / Viveport) | |
| Compatibility | ||
| Platforms | SteamVR, Viveport | |
| Supported OS | Windows 10, Windows 11 | |
| Comfort | ||
| Weight | ~645g | |
| Strap type | Halo-style headband with rear adjustment dial | |
| Face interface | Replaceable foam cushion; unique flip-up visor design | |
| Battery | ||
| Battery life | No (Wired) | |
| Charging method | N/A (Controllers charge via Micro-USB) | |
| External battery support | Only when using the Wireless Adapter | |
| Misc | ||
| Inside the box | Cosmos Elite Headset (with External Tracking Faceplate), 2x Vive Base Stations 1.0, 2x Vive Controllers (1.0), Link Box, all necessary power/data cables | |
| Price | $899 (Full Kit) / $549 (Headset Only) at launch | |