Compare HTC Vive Focus Vision vs HTC Vive XR Elite
In this technical comparison between the HTC Vive Focus Vision and the HTC Vive XR Elite, 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 1920 × 1920 per eye (3840 × 1920 combined) for the Vive XR Elite.
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 $899 – $1,099 USD (depending on bundle/Business edition).
| Specifications |
HTC Vive Focus Vision |
HTC Vive XR Elite |
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| Launch | ||
| Version | October 2024 | February 2023 |
| Display | ||
| Type | Dual Fast-switch LCD Panels | Dual LCD Panels |
| Resolution | 2448 × 2448 pixels per eye (5K Combined) | 1920 × 1920 per eye (3840 × 1920 combined) |
| Refresh rate | 90Hz (Up to 120Hz via DisplayPort mode) | 90Hz |
| Field of view | Up to 120° | Up to 110° |
| Brightness | Optimized for high-fidelity VR | Optimized for clear passthrough; 19 PPD (Pixels Per Degree) |
| HDR | No (Standard LCD) | No |
| Optics | ||
| Lens type | Dual-element Fresnel Lenses | Pancake Lenses |
| IPD adjustment | Motorized Auto-IPD adjustment (57mm – 72mm) | Manual stepless slider (54mm - 73mm) |
| Eye relief | 150mm wide facial interface (designed to accommodate glasses) | Includes Diopter Dials (adjustable focus for each eye, allowing most nearsighted users to go glasses-free) |
| Tracking & Input | ||
| Tracking type | 6-DOF Inside-out via 4 tracking cameras | 6-DOF Inside-out via 4 wide-FOV tracking cameras |
| Controller tracking | 6-DOF VIVE XR Controllers (included) | 6-DOF VIVE XR Controllers (included) |
| Hand tracking | es (26-point precision; assisted by infrared floodlight) | Yes (Skeletal-level tracking) |
| Eye tracking | Built-in (120Hz gaze data output) | Optional (via VIVE Full Face Tracker accessory) |
| Facial tracking | Supported (requires separate VIVE Facial Tracker accessory) | Optional (via VIVE Full Face Tracker accessory) |
| Performance | ||
| Processor / Chipset | Qualcomm Snapdragon XR2 Gen 1 | Qualcomm Snapdragon XR2 Gen 1 |
| RAM | 12GB LPDDR5 | 12GB LPDDR5 |
| Storage | 128GB (Expandable up to 2TB via MicroSD) | 128GB |
| Mixed Reality Features | ||
| Passthrough | Dual 16MP Color cameras (Stereoscopic Full-Color) | 16MP RGB Camera (Full-Color Passthrough) |
| Depth sensing | Dedicated Depth Sensor for scene understanding and mapping | Built-in Depth Sensor for improved spatial mapping |
| Audio | ||
| Built-in audio | Dual-driver directional speakers (open-back design) | Dual integrated speakers with directional sound |
| 3.5mm jack | Yes | No (supports USB-C and Bluetooth 5.2) |
| Mic | Dual microphones with noise and echo cancellation | Dual microphones with echo cancellation |
| Connectivity | ||
| Wired | USB-C 3.2 Gen 1 with DisplayPort Alt Mode support | 1x USB-C 3.2 Gen-1 (Peripheral), 1x USB-C (Power) |
| 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 (Lossless via Wired DisplayPort or Wireless via VIVE Streaming) | Yes (VIVE Streaming via USB-C or Wireless Wi-Fi 6E) |
| Compatibility | ||
| Platforms | VIVE Business, SteamVR (via PC), Viveport | VIVERSE, SteamVR, Viveport |
| Supported OS | VIVE XR (Android-based) / Windows (for PCVR) | VIVE XR (Android-based) |
| Comfort | ||
| Weight | ~700g+ (Balanced 50-50 weight distribution) | 625g (with battery cradle) / 260g (in Glasses Mode) |
| Strap type | Rigid strap with rear-mounted battery and adjustment dial | Rigid battery cradle (standalone) or Temple arms (glasses mode) |
| Face interface | Replaceable PU leather cushions (Magnetic) | Magnetic fabric gasket (Face Gasket 2.0 included in Deluxe Pack) |
| Battery | ||
| Battery life | Up to 2 hours | Up to 2 hours (Hot-swappable) |
| Charging method | USB-C (30W Fast Charging) | USB-C (30W Fast Charging) |
| External battery support | Hot-swappable; includes a built-in reserve battery (20-min standby) | Yes (Headset has a built-in 20-minute reserve for swapping) |
| Misc | ||
| Inside the box | Headset, 2x Controllers, Battery, 30W Adapter, Charging Splitter, Lens Cloth | XR Elite Headset, Battery Cradle, 2x Controllers, Deluxe Strap, Face Gasket 2.0, MR Gasket, USB-C Cables, Microfiber Pouch |
| Price | $999 USD (Consumer Edition) / ~$1,499 USD (Business Edition) | $899 – $1,099 USD (depending on bundle/Business edition) |
| Full Details | Vive Focus Vision - Full Specifications | Vive XR Elite - Full Specifications |