Compare HTC Vive Focus Vision vs Meta Quest 3
In this technical comparison between the HTC Vive Focus Vision 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 pixels per eye (5K Combined) for the Vive Focus Vision 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 $999 USD (Consumer Edition) / ~$1,499 USD (Business Edition) and 500 USD.
| Specifications |
HTC Vive Focus Vision |
Meta Quest 3 |
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| Launch | ||
| Version | October 2024 | October, 2023 |
| Display | ||
| Type | Dual Fast-switch LCD Panels | LCD (Infinite Display) |
| Resolution | 2448 × 2448 pixels per eye (5K Combined) | 2064 × 2208 per eye |
| Refresh rate | 90Hz (Up to 120Hz via DisplayPort mode) | 90 Hz / 120 Hz supported |
| Field of view | Up to 120° | ~110° horizontal / ~96° vertical |
| Brightness | Optimized for high-fidelity VR | - |
| HDR | No (Standard LCD) | No |
| Optics | ||
| Lens type | Dual-element Fresnel Lenses | Pancake lenses |
| IPD adjustment | Motorized Auto-IPD adjustment (57mm – 72mm) | Continuous 53–75 mm |
| Eye relief | 150mm wide facial interface (designed to accommodate glasses) | Yes (lens depth adjustment) |
| Tracking & Input | ||
| Tracking type | 6-DOF Inside-out via 4 tracking cameras | Inside-out (6 DoF) |
| Controller tracking | 6-DOF VIVE XR Controllers (included) | Yes (IR + SLAM tracking) |
| Hand tracking | es (26-point precision; assisted by infrared floodlight) | Yes |
| 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 2 |
| RAM | 12GB LPDDR5 | 8 GB |
| Storage | 128GB (Expandable up to 2TB via MicroSD) | 128 GB / 512 GB |
| Mixed Reality Features | ||
| Passthrough | Dual 16MP Color cameras (Stereoscopic Full-Color) | Full-color stereo passthrough |
| Depth sensing | Dedicated Depth Sensor for scene understanding and mapping | Yes (depth sensor + scene understanding) |
| Audio | ||
| Built-in audio | Dual-driver directional speakers (open-back design) | Yes (spatial speakers) |
| 3.5mm jack | Yes | Yes |
| Mic | Dual microphones with noise and echo cancellation | Yes (4-mic array) |
| Connectivity | ||
| Wired | USB-C 3.2 Gen 1 with DisplayPort Alt Mode support | 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 (Lossless via Wired DisplayPort or Wireless via VIVE Streaming) | Yes (Wired Link + Air Link + Virtual Desktop) |
| Compatibility | ||
| Platforms | VIVE Business, SteamVR (via PC), Viveport | Standalone / PCVR |
| Supported OS | VIVE XR (Android-based) / Windows (for PCVR) | Meta OS (Android-based), Windows for PCVR |
| Comfort | ||
| Weight | ~700g+ (Balanced 50-50 weight distribution) | ~515 g (without strap) |
| Strap type | Rigid strap with rear-mounted battery and adjustment dial | Soft strap (optional Elite strap) |
| Face interface | Replaceable PU leather cushions (Magnetic) | Replaceable facial interface |
| Battery | ||
| Battery life | Up to 2 hours | ~2–3 hours usage |
| Charging method | USB-C (30W Fast Charging) | USB-C charging / dock support (optional) |
| External battery support | Hot-swappable; includes a built-in reserve battery (20-min standby) | Yes (strap-mounted power pack) |
| Misc | ||
| Inside the box | Headset, 2x Controllers, Battery, 30W Adapter, Charging Splitter, Lens Cloth | Headset + 2 Touch Plus controllers + cables |
| Price | $999 USD (Consumer Edition) / ~$1,499 USD (Business Edition) | 500 USD |
| Full Details | Vive Focus Vision - Full Specifications | Quest 3 - Full Specifications |