Compare Meta Quest 3S vs Pico 4 Ultra
In this technical comparison between the Meta Quest 3S and the Pico 4 Ultra, we analyze the key features to help you choose.
The display is a highlight, featuring a resolution of 1832 x 1920 pixels per eye for the Quest 3S 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 300 USD and $599 USD / €549.
| Specifications |
Meta Quest 3S |
Pico 4 Ultra |
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| Launch | ||
| Version | October, 2024 | September 2024 |
| Display | ||
| Type | Single Fast-Switch LCD | Dual 2.56-inch LCD Panels |
| Resolution | 1832 x 1920 pixels per eye | 2160 × 2160 per eye (4K+ total) |
| Refresh rate | 90Hz, 120Hz | 72Hz / 90Hz |
| Field of view | 96° Horizontal / 90° Vertical | 105° (Diagonal) |
| Brightness | - | Stepless adjustment; 1200 PPI |
| HDR | Not supported | No |
| Optics | ||
| Lens type | Fresnel | Pancake Lenses (Reduced glare and thinner profile) |
| IPD adjustment | 3-position manual toggle (58mm, 63mm, 68mm) | Motorized / Software-driven (58mm – 72mm) |
| Eye relief | - | Includes a glasses spacer; 20.6 PPD (Pixels Per Degree) |
| Tracking & Input | ||
| Tracking type | 6DoF Inside-out tracking via 4 IR cameras | 6-DOF Inside-out via 4 environment cameras |
| Controller tracking | Meta Quest Touch Plus (ringless design) | Ringless 6-DOF controllers (IMU + Infrared) |
| Hand tracking | Yes | Yes (26-point skeletal tracking) |
| Eye tracking | No | No |
| Facial tracking | No | No |
| Performance | ||
| Processor / Chipset | Qualcomm Snapdragon XR2 Gen 2 | Qualcomm Snapdragon XR2 Gen 2 |
| RAM | 8GB | 12GB LPDDR5 |
| Storage | 128GB or 256GB | 256GB (UFS 3.1) |
| Mixed Reality Features | ||
| Passthrough | 4MP Full-color (18 PPD) | Dual 32MP Color Cameras (8MP effective rendering) |
| Depth sensing | No (uses dual IR floodlights for spatial awareness instead of a dedicated depth projector) | Built-in iToF Depth Sensor for environmental mapping |
| Audio | ||
| Built-in audio | Integrated stereo speakers with 3D spatial audio | Dual stereo speakers with Spatial Audio support |
| 3.5mm jack | No (requires USB-C adapter or Bluetooth) | No (USB-C or Bluetooth only) |
| Mic | Integrated dual microphones | 4-microphone array |
| Connectivity | ||
| Wired | USB-C | USB-C (supports data and charging) |
| Wireless | Wi-Fi 6E | Wi-Fi 7 (802.11be) |
| Bluetooth | 5.2 | Bluetooth 5.3 |
| PCVR support | Supported via Quest Link, Air Link, and Steam Link | Yes (via PICO Connect or Virtual Desktop; supports ultra-low latency streaming) |
| Compatibility | ||
| Platforms | Meta Horizon OS | PICO Store, SteamVR (via PC), YouTube VR |
| Supported OS | - | PICO OS 5.0 (based on Android 14) |
| Comfort | ||
| Weight | 514g | 580g (Total balanced weight); Front-end is only 304g |
| Strap type | Adjustable soft Y-strap (cloth) | Rigid strap with rear-mounted battery and adjustment dial |
| Face interface | Standard foam interface | Breathable fabric/PU foam; magnetic attachment |
| Battery | ||
| Battery life | ~2.5 hours (average) | Approx. 2.5 - 3 hours |
| Charging method | USB-C (18W to 20W supported) | USB-C (45W Fast Charging supported; QC 4.0 / PD 3.0) |
| External battery support | Supported via Elite Strap with Battery or third-party power banks | Yes, compatible with third-party battery straps (like BoboVR) |
| Misc | ||
| Inside the box | Headset, 2x Touch Plus Controllers, 2x AA Batteries, Power Adapter, Charging Cable, Glasses Spacer | Headset, 2x Controllers, 4x AA Batteries, Glasses Spacer, USB-C Cable, Face Foam, Manuals |
| Price | 300 USD | $599 USD / €549 |
| Full Details | Quest 3S - Full Specifications | 4 Ultra - Full Specifications |