Compare HTC Vive Focus Vision vs Valve Index
In this technical comparison between the HTC Vive Focus Vision and the Valve Index, 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 2880 × 1600 total (1440 × 1600 per eye) for the Index.
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 $999 (Full Kit) / $499 (Headset Only) at launch.
| Specifications |
HTC Vive Focus Vision |
Valve Index |
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| Launch | ||
| Version | October 2024 | June 2019 |
| Display | ||
| Type | Dual Fast-switch LCD Panels | Dual 1440 x 1600 RGB LCDs |
| Resolution | 2448 × 2448 pixels per eye (5K Combined) | 2880 × 1600 total (1440 × 1600 per eye) |
| Refresh rate | 90Hz (Up to 120Hz via DisplayPort mode) | 80Hz, 90Hz, 120Hz, and an experimental 144Hz mode |
| Field of view | Up to 120° | ~130° |
| Brightness | Optimized for high-fidelity VR | Not officially rated in nits |
| HDR | No (Standard LCD) | Not supported |
| Optics | ||
| Lens type | Dual-element Fresnel Lenses | Custom Double Element Fresnel (Canted design) |
| IPD adjustment | Motorized Auto-IPD adjustment (57mm – 72mm) | Physical slider (58mm – 70mm) |
| Eye relief | 150mm wide facial interface (designed to accommodate glasses) | Physical knob to move lenses closer/further from eyes to maximize FOV |
| Tracking & Input | ||
| Tracking type | 6-DOF Inside-out via 4 tracking cameras | SteamVR Tracking 2.0 (Outside-in via Base Stations) |
| Controller tracking | 6-DOF VIVE XR Controllers (included) | "Knuckles" Controllers with 87 sensors for individual finger tracking |
| Hand tracking | es (26-point precision; assisted by infrared floodlight) | Supported via external cameras/SDKs (experimental) |
| Eye tracking | Built-in (120Hz gaze data output) | Not supported |
| Facial tracking | Supported (requires separate VIVE Facial Tracker accessory) | Not supported natively |
| Performance | ||
| Processor / Chipset | Qualcomm Snapdragon XR2 Gen 1 | None (PC-powered) |
| RAM | 12GB LPDDR5 | PC Dependent (Minimum 8GB+ recommended) |
| Storage | 128GB (Expandable up to 2TB via MicroSD) | None |
| Mixed Reality Features | ||
| Passthrough | Dual 16MP Color cameras (Stereoscopic Full-Color) | Dual 960x960 RGB global shutter cameras |
| Depth sensing | Dedicated Depth Sensor for scene understanding and mapping | Software-based (Stereoscopic) |
| Audio | ||
| Built-in audio | Dual-driver directional speakers (open-back design) | Integrated Off-Ear Balanced Mode Radiators (BMR) (Non-contact) |
| 3.5mm jack | Yes | Yes |
| Mic | Dual microphones with noise and echo cancellation | Dual microphone array (High fidelity) |
| Connectivity | ||
| Wired | USB-C 3.2 Gen 1 with DisplayPort Alt Mode support | 5-meter tether (DisplayPort 1.2, USB 3.0, 12V Power) |
| Wireless | Wi-Fi 6 / Wi-Fi 6E | Not supported |
| Bluetooth | Bluetooth 5.2 + BLE | Yes (For Base Station control) |
| PCVR support | Yes (Lossless via Wired DisplayPort or Wireless via VIVE Streaming) | Native (SteamVR) |
| Compatibility | ||
| Platforms | VIVE Business, SteamVR (via PC), Viveport | SteamVR |
| Supported OS | VIVE XR (Android-based) / Windows (for PCVR) | Windows 10, Windows 11, Linux (SteamOS) |
| Comfort | ||
| Weight | ~700g+ (Balanced 50-50 weight distribution) | 809g |
| Strap type | Rigid strap with rear-mounted battery and adjustment dial | Rigid head strap with rear adjustment dial |
| Face interface | Replaceable PU leather cushions (Magnetic) | Antimicrobial fabric "Face Gasket" (Magnetic and replaceable) |
| Battery | ||
| Battery life | Up to 2 hours | N/A (Headset is wired); Controllers last ~7–8 hours |
| Charging method | USB-C (30W Fast Charging) | USB-C (for controllers) |
| External battery support | Hot-swappable; includes a built-in reserve battery (20-min standby) | N/A |
| Misc | ||
| Inside the box | Headset, 2x Controllers, Battery, 30W Adapter, Charging Splitter, Lens Cloth | (Full Kit): Headset, 2x Controllers, 2x SteamVR 2.0 Base Stations, Power Adapters, Face Gasket, Cleaning Cloth |
| Price | $999 USD (Consumer Edition) / ~$1,499 USD (Business Edition) | $999 (Full Kit) / $499 (Headset Only) at launch |
| Full Details | Vive Focus Vision - Full Specifications | Index - Full Specifications |