Compare HTC Vive Focus Vision vs Meta Quest 2
In this technical comparison between the HTC Vive Focus Vision 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 pixels per eye (5K Combined) for the Vive Focus Vision 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 $999 USD (Consumer Edition) / ~$1,499 USD (Business Edition) and Retails for $199 - $249 USD (New).
| Specifications |
HTC Vive Focus Vision |
Meta Quest 2 |
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| Launch | ||
| Release Version | October 2024 | October 2020 |
| Display | ||
| Sensor Technology | Dual Fast-switch LCD Panels | Single Fast-switch LCD |
| Image Resolution | 2448 × 2448 pixels per eye (5K Combined) | 1832 × 1920 per eye |
| Refresh rate | 90Hz (Up to 120Hz via DisplayPort mode) | 60Hz, 72Hz, 90Hz (Standard), and 120Hz (Experimental/Supported) |
| Field of view | Up to 120° | ~90° (Horizontal) / 97° (Diagonal) |
| Brightness | Optimized for high-fidelity VR | ~100 nits |
| HDR | No (Standard LCD) | No |
| Optics | ||
| Lens type | Dual-element Fresnel Lenses | Fresnel Lenses |
| IPD adjustment | Motorized Auto-IPD adjustment (57mm – 72mm) | Physical 3-position toggle (58mm, 63mm, 68mm) |
| Eye relief | 150mm wide facial interface (designed to accommodate glasses) | Includes a removable plastic glasses spacer |
| Tracking & Input | ||
| Tracking type | 6-DOF Inside-out via 4 tracking cameras | 6-DOF Inside-out via 4 monochrome cameras |
| Controller tracking | 6-DOF VIVE XR Controllers (included) | 3rd-Gen Oculus Touch Controllers (IR ring-based) |
| Hand tracking | es (26-point precision; assisted by infrared floodlight) | Supported (Software-based) |
| Eye tracking | Built-in (120Hz gaze data output) | No |
| Facial tracking | Supported (requires separate VIVE Facial Tracker accessory) | No |
| Performance | ||
| Processor / Chipset | Qualcomm Snapdragon XR2 Gen 1 | Qualcomm Snapdragon XR2 Gen 1 |
| RAM | 12GB LPDDR5 | 6GB LPDDR4X |
| Storage | 128GB (Expandable up to 2TB via MicroSD) | 128GB (Standard) or 256GB |
| Mixed Reality Features | ||
| Passthrough | Dual 16MP Color cameras (Stereoscopic Full-Color) | Low-resolution Monochrome (Black and White) |
| Depth sensing | Dedicated Depth Sensor for scene understanding and mapping | No (Uses software estimation) |
| Audio | ||
| Built-in audio | Dual-driver directional speakers (open-back design) | Integrated directional speakers in the strap arms |
| 3.5mm jack | Yes | Yes |
| Mic | Dual microphones with noise and echo cancellation | Dual microphone array |
| Connectivity | ||
| Wired | USB-C 3.2 Gen 1 with DisplayPort Alt Mode support | 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 (Lossless via Wired DisplayPort or Wireless via VIVE Streaming) | Yes (Wired via Link Cable or Wireless via Air Link / Steam Link) |
| Compatibility | ||
| Platforms | VIVE Business, SteamVR (via PC), Viveport | Meta Quest Store, SteamVR (via PC) |
| Supported OS | VIVE XR (Android-based) / Windows (for PCVR) | Meta Horizon OS (Android-based) |
| Comfort | ||
| Weight | ~700g+ (Balanced 50-50 weight distribution) | 503g |
| Strap type | Rigid strap with rear-mounted battery and adjustment dial | Soft fabric elastic strap (Standard); "Elite Strap" sold separately |
| Face interface | Replaceable PU leather cushions (Magnetic) | Foam padding (Newer units include a silicone cover for hygiene) |
| Battery | ||
| Battery life | Up to 2 hours | 2 - 3 hours |
| Charging method | USB-C (30W Fast Charging) | USB-C (10W standard charging) |
| External battery support | Hot-swappable; includes a built-in reserve battery (20-min standby) | Yes (Compatible with various battery headstraps and power banks) |
| Misc | ||
| Inside the box | Headset, 2x Controllers, Battery, 30W Adapter, Charging Splitter, Lens Cloth | Headset, 2x Touch Controllers, 2x AA Batteries, Glasses Spacer, Charging Cable, Power Adapter |
| Price | $999 USD (Consumer Edition) / ~$1,499 USD (Business Edition) | Retails for $199 - $249 USD (New) |
| Full Details | Vive Focus Vision - Full Specifications | Quest 2 - Full Specifications |