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Vive XR Elite
Vive XR Elite

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Launch
Version February 2023
Display
Type Dual LCD Panels
Resolution 1920 × 1920 per eye (3840 × 1920 combined)
Refresh rate 90Hz
Field of view Up to 110°
Brightness Optimized for clear passthrough; 19 PPD (Pixels Per Degree)
HDR No
Optics
Lens type Pancake Lenses
IPD adjustment Manual stepless slider (54mm - 73mm)
Eye relief Includes Diopter Dials (adjustable focus for each eye, allowing most nearsighted users to go glasses-free)
Tracking & Input
Tracking type 6-DOF Inside-out via 4 wide-FOV tracking cameras
Controller tracking 6-DOF VIVE XR Controllers (included)
Hand tracking Yes (Skeletal-level tracking)
Eye tracking Optional (via VIVE Full Face Tracker accessory)
Facial tracking Optional (via VIVE Full Face Tracker accessory)
Performance
Processor / Chipset Qualcomm Snapdragon XR2 Gen 1
RAM 12GB LPDDR5
Storage 128GB
Mixed Reality Features
Passthrough 16MP RGB Camera (Full-Color Passthrough)
Depth sensing Built-in Depth Sensor for improved spatial mapping
Audio
Built-in audio Dual integrated speakers with directional sound
3.5mm jack No (supports USB-C and Bluetooth 5.2)
Mic Dual microphones with echo cancellation
Connectivity
Wired 1x USB-C 3.2 Gen-1 (Peripheral), 1x USB-C (Power)
Wireless Wi-Fi 6 + Wi-Fi 6E
Bluetooth Bluetooth 5.2 + BLE
PCVR support Yes (VIVE Streaming via USB-C or Wireless Wi-Fi 6E)
Compatibility
Platforms VIVERSE, SteamVR, Viveport
Supported OS VIVE XR (Android-based)
Comfort
Weight 625g (with battery cradle) / 260g (in Glasses Mode)
Strap type Rigid battery cradle (standalone) or Temple arms (glasses mode)
Face interface Magnetic fabric gasket (Face Gasket 2.0 included in Deluxe Pack)
Battery
Battery life Up to 2 hours (Hot-swappable)
Charging method USB-C (30W Fast Charging)
External battery support Yes (Headset has a built-in 20-minute reserve for swapping)
Misc
Inside the box XR Elite Headset, Battery Cradle, 2x Controllers, Deluxe Strap, Face Gasket 2.0, MR Gasket, USB-C Cables, Microfiber Pouch
Price $899 – $1,099 USD (depending on bundle/Business edition)