Compare HTC Vive Focus 3 vs Meta Quest 3
In this technical comparison between the HTC Vive Focus 3 and the Meta Quest 3, 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 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 $1,300; currently retails for ~$999 USD and 500 USD.
| Specifications |
HTC Vive Focus 3 |
Meta Quest 3 |
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| Launch | ||
| Version | June 2021 | October, 2023 |
| Display | ||
| Type | Dual 2.88-inch LCD Panels | LCD (Infinite Display) |
| Resolution | 2448 × 2448 per eye (5K total resolution) | 2064 × 2208 per eye |
| Refresh rate | 90Hz | 90 Hz / 120 Hz supported |
| Field of view | Up to 120° (Horizontal) | ~110° horizontal / ~96° vertical |
| Brightness | High-luminance LCD with active cooling to prevent dimming | - |
| HDR | No | No |
| Optics | ||
| Lens type | Bespoke Dual-element Fresnel Lenses | Pancake lenses |
| IPD adjustment | Manual dial (57mm - 72mm) | Continuous 53–75 mm |
| Eye relief | 150mm wide interface | Yes (lens depth adjustment) |
| Tracking & Input | ||
| Tracking type | 6-DOF Inside-out via 4 wide-angle tracking cameras | Inside-out (6 DoF) |
| Controller tracking | 6-DOF VIVE Focus 3 Controllers (Rechargeable via USB-C) | Yes (IR + SLAM tracking) |
| Hand tracking | Yes (26-point skeletal tracking) | Yes |
| 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 2 |
| RAM | 8GB LPDDR5 | 8 GB |
| Storage | 128GB | 128 GB / 512 GB |
| Mixed Reality Features | ||
| Passthrough | Mono Grayscale (Black and White) | Full-color stereo passthrough |
| Depth sensing | No | Yes (depth sensor + scene understanding) |
| Audio | ||
| Built-in audio | Open-back dual-driver speakers | Yes (spatial speakers) |
| 3.5mm jack | Yes (Hi-Res certified) | Yes |
| Mic | Dual microphones with echo cancellation | Yes (4-mic array) |
| Connectivity | ||
| Wired | 2x USB-C 3.2 Gen-1 ports (one for peripherals, one for charging/data) | USB-C (Link mode) |
| Wireless | Wi-Fi 6 / Wi-Fi 6E | Wi-Fi 6E |
| Bluetooth | Bluetooth 5.2 + BLE | Bluetooth 5.2 |
| PCVR support | Yes (via VIVE Business Streaming over Wi-Fi 6E or USB-C cable) | Yes (Wired Link + Air Link + Virtual Desktop) |
| Compatibility | ||
| Platforms | VIVE Business Store, SteamVR (via PC), VIVE Sync | Standalone / PCVR |
| Supported OS | VIVE OS (Android-based) | Meta OS (Android-based), Windows for PCVR |
| Comfort | ||
| Weight | 785g (Total with battery); near 50-50 balance front-to-back | ~515 g (without strap) |
| Strap type | Rigid strap with rear-mounted battery and adjustment dial | Soft strap (optional Elite strap) |
| Face interface | Magnetic PU leather cushions (Moisture-resistant and easy to wipe) | Replaceable facial interface |
| Battery | ||
| Battery life | Approx. 2 hours | ~2–3 hours usage |
| Charging method | USB-C | USB-C charging / dock support (optional) |
| External battery support | Hot-swappable | Yes (strap-mounted power pack) |
| Misc | ||
| Inside the box | Focus 3 Headset, 2x Controllers, Battery Pack, 30W AC Adapter, Charging Splitter Cable, Cleaning Cloth | Headset + 2 Touch Plus controllers + cables |
| Price | Originally $1,300; currently retails for ~$999 USD | 500 USD |
| Full Details | Vive Focus 3 - Full Specifications | Quest 3 - Full Specifications |