Compare HTC Vive Focus Vision vs HTC Vive Pro Eye
In this technical comparison between the HTC Vive Focus Vision and the HTC Vive Pro Eye, we analyze the key features to help you choose.
The display is a highlight, featuring a resolution of 2448 × 2448 pixels per eye (5K Combined) for the Vive Focus Vision versus 2880 × 1600 total (1440 × 1600 per eye) for the Vive Pro Eye.
Choosing between these two VR Headsets models often comes down to your budget, with prices around $999 USD (Consumer Edition) / ~$1,499 USD (Business Edition) and $1,599 (Full Kit at launch).
| Specifications |
HTC Vive Focus Vision |
HTC Vive Pro Eye |
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| Launch | ||
| Release Version | October 2024 | June 2019 |
| Display | ||
| Sensor Technology | Dual Fast-switch LCD Panels | Dual AMOLED 3.5" diagonal |
| Image Resolution | 2448 × 2448 pixels per eye (5K Combined) | 2880 × 1600 total (1440 × 1600 per eye) |
| Refresh rate | 90Hz (Up to 120Hz via DisplayPort mode) | 90Hz |
| Field of view | Up to 120° | 110° |
| Brightness | Optimized for high-fidelity VR | High-contrast AMOLED (Standard VR brightness) |
| HDR | No (Standard LCD) | Not supported |
| Optics | ||
| Lens type | Dual-element Fresnel Lenses | Fresnel |
| IPD adjustment | Motorized Auto-IPD adjustment (57mm – 72mm) | Hardware-adjustable dial (61mm-72mm) |
| Eye relief | 150mm wide facial interface (designed to accommodate glasses) | Lens distance adjustment (adjustable dial on the side) |
| Tracking & Input | ||
| Tracking type | 6-DOF Inside-out via 4 tracking cameras | SteamVR Tracking 2.0 (Outside-in via Base Stations) |
| Controller tracking | 6-DOF VIVE XR Controllers (included) | Compatible with Vive Wands (2018) and Valve Index Controllers |
| Hand tracking | es (26-point precision; assisted by infrared floodlight) | Supported via Vive Hand Tracking SDK |
| Eye tracking | Built-in (120Hz gaze data output) | Integrated (Tobii Technology); 120Hz output frequency, 0.5 ∘ –1.1 ∘ accuracy |
| Facial tracking | Supported (requires separate VIVE Facial Tracker accessory) | Compatible via optional Vive Facial Tracker accessory |
| Performance | ||
| Processor / Chipset | Qualcomm Snapdragon XR2 Gen 1 | None (PC-powered) |
| RAM | 12GB LPDDR5 | PC Dependent (Minimum 4GB+ required) |
| Storage | 128GB (Expandable up to 2TB via MicroSD) | None |
| Mixed Reality Features | ||
| Passthrough | Dual 16MP Color cameras (Stereoscopic Full-Color) | Dual front-facing cameras (Stereoscopic) |
| Depth sensing | Dedicated Depth Sensor for scene understanding and mapping | Software-based (Spatial mapping via cameras) |
| Audio | ||
| Built-in audio | Dual-driver directional speakers (open-back design) | Hi-Res certified on-ear headphones (removable) |
| 3.5mm jack | Yes | No (Uses USB-C for external audio) |
| Mic | Dual microphones with noise and echo cancellation | Integrated dual microphones with active noise cancellation |
| Connectivity | ||
| Wired | USB-C 3.2 Gen 1 with DisplayPort Alt Mode support | Link Box 2.0 (DisplayPort 1.2, USB 3.0) |
| Wireless | Wi-Fi 6 / Wi-Fi 6E | Supported via Vive Wireless Adapter (Intel WiGig) |
| Bluetooth | Bluetooth 5.2 + BLE | Yes (For base station and peripheral management) |
| PCVR support | Yes (Lossless via Wired DisplayPort or Wireless via VIVE Streaming) | Native (SteamVR / Viveport) |
| Compatibility | ||
| Platforms | VIVE Business, SteamVR (via PC), Viveport | SteamVR, Viveport |
| Supported OS | VIVE XR (Android-based) / Windows (for PCVR) | Windows 7, 8.1, 10, 11 (Windows 10+ recommended for dual cameras) |
| Comfort | ||
| Weight | ~700g+ (Balanced 50-50 weight distribution) | ~800g (Approx. 1.76 lbs) |
| Strap type | Rigid strap with rear-mounted battery and adjustment dial | Rigid head strap with rear adjustment dial and optimized center of gravity |
| Face interface | Replaceable PU leather cushions (Magnetic) | Replaceable foam cushion (Large surface area for pressure relief) |
| Battery | ||
| Battery life | Up to 2 hours | N/A (Wired); ~2.5 hours with Wireless Adapter |
| Charging method | USB-C (30W Fast Charging) | N/A (Wired) |
| External battery support | Hot-swappable; includes a built-in reserve battery (20-min standby) | Yes (Required for Wireless Adapter) |
| Misc | ||
| Inside the box | Headset, 2x Controllers, Battery, 30W Adapter, Charging Splitter, Lens Cloth | Vive Pro Eye headset, 2x Base Stations 2.0, 2x Controllers (2018), Link Box, all necessary cables, mounting kit. |
| Price | $999 USD (Consumer Edition) / ~$1,499 USD (Business Edition) | $1,599 (Full Kit at launch) |
| Full Details | Vive Focus Vision - Full Specifications | Vive Pro Eye - Full Specifications |