Compare HTC Vive Focus 3 vs HTC Vive Focus Vision
In this technical comparison between the HTC Vive Focus 3 and the HTC Vive Focus Vision, we analyze the key features to help you choose.
The display is a highlight, featuring a resolution of 2448 × 2448 per eye (5K total resolution) for the Vive Focus 3 versus 2448 × 2448 pixels per eye (5K Combined) for the Vive Focus Vision.
Choosing between these two VR Headsets models often comes down to your budget, with prices around Originally $1,300; currently retails for ~$999 USD and $999 USD (Consumer Edition) / ~$1,499 USD (Business Edition).
| Specifications |
HTC Vive Focus 3 |
HTC Vive Focus Vision |
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| Launch | ||
| Version | June 2021 | October 2024 |
| Display | ||
| Type | Dual 2.88-inch LCD Panels | Dual Fast-switch LCD Panels |
| Resolution | 2448 × 2448 per eye (5K total resolution) | 2448 × 2448 pixels per eye (5K Combined) |
| Refresh rate | 90Hz | 90Hz (Up to 120Hz via DisplayPort mode) |
| Field of view | Up to 120° (Horizontal) | Up to 120° |
| Brightness | High-luminance LCD with active cooling to prevent dimming | Optimized for high-fidelity VR |
| HDR | No | No (Standard LCD) |
| Optics | ||
| Lens type | Bespoke Dual-element Fresnel Lenses | Dual-element Fresnel Lenses |
| IPD adjustment | Manual dial (57mm - 72mm) | Motorized Auto-IPD adjustment (57mm – 72mm) |
| Eye relief | 150mm wide interface | 150mm wide facial interface (designed to accommodate glasses) |
| Tracking & Input | ||
| Tracking type | 6-DOF Inside-out via 4 wide-angle tracking cameras | 6-DOF Inside-out via 4 tracking cameras |
| Controller tracking | 6-DOF VIVE Focus 3 Controllers (Rechargeable via USB-C) | 6-DOF VIVE XR Controllers (included) |
| Hand tracking | Yes (26-point skeletal tracking) | es (26-point precision; assisted by infrared floodlight) |
| Eye tracking | Optional (via add-on accessory) | Built-in (120Hz gaze data output) |
| Facial tracking | Optional (via add-on accessory) | Supported (requires separate VIVE Facial Tracker accessory) |
| Performance | ||
| Processor / Chipset | Qualcomm Snapdragon XR2 Gen 1 (Active-cooled with copper heat pipes) | Qualcomm Snapdragon XR2 Gen 1 |
| RAM | 8GB LPDDR5 | 12GB LPDDR5 |
| Storage | 128GB | 128GB (Expandable up to 2TB via MicroSD) |
| Mixed Reality Features | ||
| Passthrough | Mono Grayscale (Black and White) | Dual 16MP Color cameras (Stereoscopic Full-Color) |
| Depth sensing | No | Dedicated Depth Sensor for scene understanding and mapping |
| Audio | ||
| Built-in audio | Open-back dual-driver speakers | Dual-driver directional speakers (open-back design) |
| 3.5mm jack | Yes (Hi-Res certified) | Yes |
| Mic | Dual microphones with echo cancellation | Dual microphones with noise and echo cancellation |
| Connectivity | ||
| Wired | 2x USB-C 3.2 Gen-1 ports (one for peripherals, one for charging/data) | USB-C 3.2 Gen 1 with DisplayPort Alt Mode support |
| Wireless | Wi-Fi 6 / Wi-Fi 6E | Wi-Fi 6 / Wi-Fi 6E |
| Bluetooth | Bluetooth 5.2 + BLE | Bluetooth 5.2 + BLE |
| PCVR support | Yes (via VIVE Business Streaming over Wi-Fi 6E or USB-C cable) | Yes (Lossless via Wired DisplayPort or Wireless via VIVE Streaming) |
| Compatibility | ||
| Platforms | VIVE Business Store, SteamVR (via PC), VIVE Sync | VIVE Business, SteamVR (via PC), Viveport |
| Supported OS | VIVE OS (Android-based) | VIVE XR (Android-based) / Windows (for PCVR) |
| Comfort | ||
| Weight | 785g (Total with battery); near 50-50 balance front-to-back | ~700g+ (Balanced 50-50 weight distribution) |
| Strap type | Rigid strap with rear-mounted battery and adjustment dial | Rigid strap with rear-mounted battery and adjustment dial |
| Face interface | Magnetic PU leather cushions (Moisture-resistant and easy to wipe) | Replaceable PU leather cushions (Magnetic) |
| Battery | ||
| Battery life | Approx. 2 hours | Up to 2 hours |
| Charging method | USB-C | USB-C (30W Fast Charging) |
| External battery support | Hot-swappable | Hot-swappable; includes a built-in reserve battery (20-min standby) |
| Misc | ||
| Inside the box | Focus 3 Headset, 2x Controllers, Battery Pack, 30W AC Adapter, Charging Splitter Cable, Cleaning Cloth | Headset, 2x Controllers, Battery, 30W Adapter, Charging Splitter, Lens Cloth |
| Price | Originally $1,300; currently retails for ~$999 USD | $999 USD (Consumer Edition) / ~$1,499 USD (Business Edition) |
| Full Details | Vive Focus 3 - Full Specifications | Vive Focus Vision - Full Specifications |