Compare HTC Vive Focus 3 vs Meta Quest 2
In this technical comparison between the HTC Vive Focus 3 and the Meta Quest 2, 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 1832 × 1920 per eye for the Quest 2.
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 Retails for $199 - $249 USD (New).
| Specifications |
HTC Vive Focus 3 |
Meta Quest 2 |
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| Launch | ||
| Version | June 2021 | October 2020 |
| Display | ||
| Type | Dual 2.88-inch LCD Panels | Single Fast-switch LCD |
| Resolution | 2448 × 2448 per eye (5K total resolution) | 1832 × 1920 per eye |
| Refresh rate | 90Hz | 60Hz, 72Hz, 90Hz (Standard), and 120Hz (Experimental/Supported) |
| Field of view | Up to 120° (Horizontal) | ~90° (Horizontal) / 97° (Diagonal) |
| Brightness | High-luminance LCD with active cooling to prevent dimming | ~100 nits |
| HDR | No | No |
| Optics | ||
| Lens type | Bespoke Dual-element Fresnel Lenses | Fresnel Lenses |
| IPD adjustment | Manual dial (57mm - 72mm) | Physical 3-position toggle (58mm, 63mm, 68mm) |
| Eye relief | 150mm wide interface | Includes a removable plastic glasses spacer |
| Tracking & Input | ||
| Tracking type | 6-DOF Inside-out via 4 wide-angle tracking cameras | 6-DOF Inside-out via 4 monochrome cameras |
| Controller tracking | 6-DOF VIVE Focus 3 Controllers (Rechargeable via USB-C) | 3rd-Gen Oculus Touch Controllers (IR ring-based) |
| Hand tracking | Yes (26-point skeletal tracking) | Supported (Software-based) |
| Eye tracking | Optional (via add-on accessory) | No |
| Facial tracking | Optional (via add-on accessory) | No |
| Performance | ||
| Processor / Chipset | Qualcomm Snapdragon XR2 Gen 1 (Active-cooled with copper heat pipes) | Qualcomm Snapdragon XR2 Gen 1 |
| RAM | 8GB LPDDR5 | 6GB LPDDR4X |
| Storage | 128GB | 128GB (Standard) or 256GB |
| Mixed Reality Features | ||
| Passthrough | Mono Grayscale (Black and White) | Low-resolution Monochrome (Black and White) |
| Depth sensing | No | No (Uses software estimation) |
| Audio | ||
| Built-in audio | Open-back dual-driver speakers | Integrated directional speakers in the strap arms |
| 3.5mm jack | Yes (Hi-Res certified) | Yes |
| Mic | Dual microphones with echo cancellation | Dual microphone array |
| Connectivity | ||
| Wired | 2x USB-C 3.2 Gen-1 ports (one for peripherals, one for charging/data) | USB-C (Supports Oculus Link and charging) |
| Wireless | Wi-Fi 6 / Wi-Fi 6E | Wi-Fi 6 |
| Bluetooth | Bluetooth 5.2 + BLE | Bluetooth 5.0 LE |
| PCVR support | Yes (via VIVE Business Streaming over Wi-Fi 6E or USB-C cable) | Yes (Wired via Link Cable or Wireless via Air Link / Steam Link) |
| Compatibility | ||
| Platforms | VIVE Business Store, SteamVR (via PC), VIVE Sync | Meta Quest Store, SteamVR (via PC) |
| Supported OS | VIVE OS (Android-based) | Meta Horizon OS (Android-based) |
| Comfort | ||
| Weight | 785g (Total with battery); near 50-50 balance front-to-back | 503g |
| Strap type | Rigid strap with rear-mounted battery and adjustment dial | Soft fabric elastic strap (Standard); "Elite Strap" sold separately |
| Face interface | Magnetic PU leather cushions (Moisture-resistant and easy to wipe) | Foam padding (Newer units include a silicone cover for hygiene) |
| Battery | ||
| Battery life | Approx. 2 hours | 2 - 3 hours |
| Charging method | USB-C | USB-C (10W standard charging) |
| External battery support | Hot-swappable | Yes (Compatible with various battery headstraps and power banks) |
| Misc | ||
| Inside the box | Focus 3 Headset, 2x Controllers, Battery Pack, 30W AC Adapter, Charging Splitter Cable, Cleaning Cloth | Headset, 2x Touch Controllers, 2x AA Batteries, Glasses Spacer, Charging Cable, Power Adapter |
| Price | Originally $1,300; currently retails for ~$999 USD | Retails for $199 - $249 USD (New) |
| Full Details | Vive Focus 3 - Full Specifications | Quest 2 - Full Specifications |