Compare HTC Vive Focus Vision vs Meta Quest Pro
In this technical comparison between the HTC Vive Focus Vision and the Meta Quest Pro, 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 1800 × 1920 per eye for the Quest Pro.
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 Originally $1,499 - currently retails for ~$999 USD.
| Specifications |
HTC Vive Focus Vision |
Meta Quest Pro |
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| Launch | ||
| Version | October 2024 | October 2022 |
| Display | ||
| Type | Dual Fast-switch LCD Panels | Dual LCD Panels with Quantum Dot layer and Local Dimming |
| Resolution | 2448 × 2448 pixels per eye (5K Combined) | 1800 × 1920 per eye |
| Refresh rate | 90Hz (Up to 120Hz via DisplayPort mode) | 72Hz / 90Hz |
| Field of view | Up to 120° | 106° Horizontal / 96° Vertical |
| Brightness | Optimized for high-fidelity VR | ~100 nits (typical), designed for high contrast via local dimming |
| HDR | No (Standard LCD) | Partial (High contrast via Mini-LED local dimming) |
| Optics | ||
| Lens type | Dual-element Fresnel Lenses | Pancake Lenses (2-element) |
| IPD adjustment | Motorized Auto-IPD adjustment (57mm – 72mm) | Continuous manual slider (55mm – 75mm) |
| Eye relief | 150mm wide facial interface (designed to accommodate glasses) | Continuous adjustment (lens-to-eye distance) to accommodate glasses |
| Tracking & Input | ||
| Tracking type | 6-DOF Inside-out via 4 tracking cameras | 6-DOF Inside-out via 10 sensors (headset) |
| Controller tracking | 6-DOF VIVE XR Controllers (included) | Self-tracking (Quest Touch Pro controllers have 3 cameras and a Snapdragon 662 each) |
| Hand tracking | es (26-point precision; assisted by infrared floodlight) | High-precision (Skeletal) |
| Eye tracking | Built-in (120Hz gaze data output) | Built-in (Enables foveated rendering and social eye contact) |
| Facial tracking | Supported (requires separate VIVE Facial Tracker accessory) | Built-in (Tracks 52 facial movements for avatar expressions) |
| 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) | 256GB |
| Mixed Reality Features | ||
| Passthrough | Dual 16MP Color cameras (Stereoscopic Full-Color) | Stereoscopic High-Resolution Full-Color Passthrough |
| Depth sensing | Dedicated Depth Sensor for scene understanding and mapping | Software-based |
| Audio | ||
| Built-in audio | Dual-driver directional speakers (open-back design) | Integrated speakers in the strap with spatial audio and bass extension |
| 3.5mm jack | Yes | Dual (one on each side for left/right dedicated earphones) |
| Mic | Dual microphones with noise and echo cancellation | 3-microphone array |
| Connectivity | ||
| Wired | USB-C 3.2 Gen 1 with DisplayPort Alt Mode support | USB-C (data/charging) |
| Wireless | Wi-Fi 6 / Wi-Fi 6E | Wi-Fi 6E (6GHz supported) |
| Bluetooth | Bluetooth 5.2 + BLE | Bluetooth 5.2 |
| PCVR support | Yes (Lossless via Wired DisplayPort or Wireless via VIVE Streaming) | Yes (via Quest Link, Air Link, or 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) | Quest OS (Android-based) |
| Comfort | ||
| Weight | ~700g+ (Balanced 50-50 weight distribution) | 722g (Balanced via rear-mounted battery) |
| Strap type | Rigid strap with rear-mounted battery and adjustment dial | Rigid "Halo" style strap with rear adjustment dial |
| Face interface | Replaceable PU leather cushions (Magnetic) | Open-periphery design |
| Battery | ||
| Battery life | Up to 2 hours | 1.5 - 2 hours (Standard) |
| Charging method | USB-C (30W Fast Charging) | Dock-based magnetic charging or USB-C |
| External battery support | Hot-swappable; includes a built-in reserve battery (20-min standby) | Yes (Compatible with USB-C power banks) |
| Misc | ||
| Inside the box | Headset, 2x Controllers, Battery, 30W Adapter, Charging Splitter, Lens Cloth | Headset, 2x Touch Pro Controllers, Charging Dock, 45W Power Adapter, Stylus Tips, Partial Light Blockers, Cable clips |
| Price | $999 USD (Consumer Edition) / ~$1,499 USD (Business Edition) | Originally $1,499 - currently retails for ~$999 USD |
| Full Details | Vive Focus Vision - Full Specifications | Quest Pro - Full Specifications |