Compare HTC Vive Focus Vision vs Pico 4 Ultra
In this technical comparison between the HTC Vive Focus Vision and the Pico 4 Ultra, 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 2160 × 2160 per eye (4K+ total) for the 4 Ultra.
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 $599 USD / €549.
| Specifications |
HTC Vive Focus Vision |
Pico 4 Ultra |
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| Launch | ||
| Version | October 2024 | September 2024 |
| Display | ||
| Type | Dual Fast-switch LCD Panels | Dual 2.56-inch LCD Panels |
| Resolution | 2448 × 2448 pixels per eye (5K Combined) | 2160 × 2160 per eye (4K+ total) |
| Refresh rate | 90Hz (Up to 120Hz via DisplayPort mode) | 72Hz / 90Hz |
| Field of view | Up to 120° | 105° (Diagonal) |
| Brightness | Optimized for high-fidelity VR | Stepless adjustment; 1200 PPI |
| HDR | No (Standard LCD) | No |
| Optics | ||
| Lens type | Dual-element Fresnel Lenses | Pancake Lenses (Reduced glare and thinner profile) |
| IPD adjustment | Motorized Auto-IPD adjustment (57mm – 72mm) | Motorized / Software-driven (58mm – 72mm) |
| Eye relief | 150mm wide facial interface (designed to accommodate glasses) | Includes a glasses spacer; 20.6 PPD (Pixels Per Degree) |
| Tracking & Input | ||
| Tracking type | 6-DOF Inside-out via 4 tracking cameras | 6-DOF Inside-out via 4 environment cameras |
| Controller tracking | 6-DOF VIVE XR Controllers (included) | Ringless 6-DOF controllers (IMU + Infrared) |
| Hand tracking | es (26-point precision; assisted by infrared floodlight) | Yes (26-point skeletal tracking) |
| 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 | 12GB LPDDR5 |
| Storage | 128GB (Expandable up to 2TB via MicroSD) | 256GB (UFS 3.1) |
| Mixed Reality Features | ||
| Passthrough | Dual 16MP Color cameras (Stereoscopic Full-Color) | Dual 32MP Color Cameras (8MP effective rendering) |
| Depth sensing | Dedicated Depth Sensor for scene understanding and mapping | Built-in iToF Depth Sensor for environmental mapping |
| Audio | ||
| Built-in audio | Dual-driver directional speakers (open-back design) | Dual stereo speakers with Spatial Audio support |
| 3.5mm jack | Yes | No (USB-C or Bluetooth only) |
| Mic | Dual microphones with noise and echo cancellation | 4-microphone array |
| Connectivity | ||
| Wired | USB-C 3.2 Gen 1 with DisplayPort Alt Mode support | USB-C (supports data and charging) |
| Wireless | Wi-Fi 6 / Wi-Fi 6E | Wi-Fi 7 (802.11be) |
| Bluetooth | Bluetooth 5.2 + BLE | Bluetooth 5.3 |
| PCVR support | Yes (Lossless via Wired DisplayPort or Wireless via VIVE Streaming) | Yes (via PICO Connect or Virtual Desktop; supports ultra-low latency streaming) |
| Compatibility | ||
| Platforms | VIVE Business, SteamVR (via PC), Viveport | PICO Store, SteamVR (via PC), YouTube VR |
| Supported OS | VIVE XR (Android-based) / Windows (for PCVR) | PICO OS 5.0 (based on Android 14) |
| Comfort | ||
| Weight | ~700g+ (Balanced 50-50 weight distribution) | 580g (Total balanced weight); Front-end is only 304g |
| Strap type | Rigid strap with rear-mounted battery and adjustment dial | Rigid strap with rear-mounted battery and adjustment dial |
| Face interface | Replaceable PU leather cushions (Magnetic) | Breathable fabric/PU foam; magnetic attachment |
| Battery | ||
| Battery life | Up to 2 hours | Approx. 2.5 - 3 hours |
| Charging method | USB-C (30W Fast Charging) | USB-C (45W Fast Charging supported; QC 4.0 / PD 3.0) |
| External battery support | Hot-swappable; includes a built-in reserve battery (20-min standby) | Yes, compatible with third-party battery straps (like BoboVR) |
| Misc | ||
| Inside the box | Headset, 2x Controllers, Battery, 30W Adapter, Charging Splitter, Lens Cloth | Headset, 2x Controllers, 4x AA Batteries, Glasses Spacer, USB-C Cable, Face Foam, Manuals |
| Price | $999 USD (Consumer Edition) / ~$1,499 USD (Business Edition) | $599 USD / €549 |
| Full Details | Vive Focus Vision - Full Specifications | 4 Ultra - Full Specifications |