Compare HTC Vive Focus Vision vs Sony PlayStation VR2
In this technical comparison between the HTC Vive Focus Vision and the Sony PlayStation VR2, 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 2000×2040 per eye for the PlayStation VR2.
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 400 USD.
| Specifications |
HTC Vive Focus Vision |
Sony PlayStation VR2 |
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| Launch | ||
| Version | October 2024 | February, 2023 |
| Display | ||
| Type | Dual Fast-switch LCD Panels | OLED |
| Resolution | 2448 × 2448 pixels per eye (5K Combined) | 2000×2040 per eye |
| Refresh rate | 90Hz (Up to 120Hz via DisplayPort mode) | 90 Hz, 120 Hz |
| Field of view | Up to 120° | ~110° |
| Brightness | Optimized for high-fidelity VR | HDR supported |
| HDR | No (Standard LCD) | Yes |
| Optics | ||
| Lens type | Dual-element Fresnel Lenses | Fresnel lenses |
| IPD adjustment | Motorized Auto-IPD adjustment (57mm – 72mm) | 58–73 mm manual + eye-tracking assist |
| Eye relief | 150mm wide facial interface (designed to accommodate glasses) | - |
| Tracking & Input | ||
| Tracking type | 6-DOF Inside-out via 4 tracking cameras | Inside-out (4 embedded cameras) |
| Controller tracking | 6-DOF VIVE XR Controllers (included) | Yes (VR2 Sense Controllers) |
| Hand tracking | es (26-point precision; assisted by infrared floodlight) | No (controller-based finger detection only) |
| Eye tracking | Built-in (120Hz gaze data output) | Yes (IR camera per eye) |
| Facial tracking | Supported (requires separate VIVE Facial Tracker accessory) | No |
| Performance | ||
| Processor / Chipset | Qualcomm Snapdragon XR2 Gen 1 | - |
| RAM | 12GB LPDDR5 | - |
| Storage | 128GB (Expandable up to 2TB via MicroSD) | - |
| Mixed Reality Features | ||
| Passthrough | Dual 16MP Color cameras (Stereoscopic Full-Color) | Yes (grayscale via cameras) |
| Depth sensing | Dedicated Depth Sensor for scene understanding and mapping | - |
| Audio | ||
| Built-in audio | Dual-driver directional speakers (open-back design) | Built-in microphone |
| 3.5mm jack | Yes | Yes (stereo headphone jack) |
| Mic | Dual microphones with noise and echo cancellation | Yes (built-in) |
| Connectivity | ||
| Wired | USB-C 3.2 Gen 1 with DisplayPort Alt Mode support | USB-C to PS5 |
| Wireless | Wi-Fi 6 / Wi-Fi 6E | Bluetooth 5.1 (for controllers) |
| Bluetooth | Bluetooth 5.2 + BLE | Yes (5.1) |
| PCVR support | Yes (Lossless via Wired DisplayPort or Wireless via VIVE Streaming) | Yes (with PS VR2 PC Adapter) |
| Compatibility | ||
| Platforms | VIVE Business, SteamVR (via PC), Viveport | PlayStation 5 (official), PC (adapter) |
| Supported OS | VIVE XR (Android-based) / Windows (for PCVR) | PS5 system; PC adapter supported on Windows |
| Comfort | ||
| Weight | ~700g+ (Balanced 50-50 weight distribution) | ~560 g (excluding cables) |
| Strap type | Rigid strap with rear-mounted battery and adjustment dial | Adjustable head strap |
| Face interface | Replaceable PU leather cushions (Magnetic) | Cushioned face pad |
| Battery | ||
| Battery life | Up to 2 hours | - |
| Charging method | USB-C (30W Fast Charging) | - |
| External battery support | Hot-swappable; includes a built-in reserve battery (20-min standby) | - |
| Misc | ||
| Inside the box | Headset, 2x Controllers, Battery, 30W Adapter, Charging Splitter, Lens Cloth | Headset, 2 VR2 Sense controllers, stereo headphones, USB-C cable |
| Price | $999 USD (Consumer Edition) / ~$1,499 USD (Business Edition) | 400 USD |
| Full Details | Vive Focus Vision - Full Specifications | PlayStation VR2 - Full Specifications |