Compare Pico 4 vs Pico 4 Ultra
In this technical comparison between the Pico 4 and the Pico 4 Ultra, we analyze the key features to help you choose.
The display is a highlight, featuring a resolution of 2160 × 2160 per eye (4320 × 2160 combined) for the 4 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 $349 - $399 USD and $599 USD / €549.
| Specifications |
Pico 4 |
Pico 4 Ultra |
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| Launch | ||
| Release Version | October 2022 | September 2024 |
| Display | ||
| Sensor Technology | Dual 2.56-inch Fast-LCD Panels | Dual 2.56-inch LCD Panels |
| Image Resolution | 2160 × 2160 per eye (4320 × 2160 combined) | 2160 × 2160 per eye (4K+ total) |
| Refresh rate | 72Hz / 90Hz | 72Hz / 90Hz |
| Field of view | 105° (Diagonal) | 105° (Diagonal) |
| Brightness | 1200 PPI (Pixels Per Degree); 20.6 PPD | Stepless adjustment; 1200 PPI |
| HDR | No | No |
| Optics | ||
| Lens type | Pancake Lenses | Pancake Lenses (Reduced glare and thinner profile) |
| IPD adjustment | Motorized stepless adjustment via software menu (62mm - 72mm) | Motorized / Software-driven (58mm – 72mm) |
| Eye relief | Includes a glasses spacer; slim profile allows for close fit | Includes a glasses spacer; 20.6 PPD (Pixels Per Degree) |
| Tracking & Input | ||
| Tracking type | 6-DOF Inside-out tracking via 4 monochrome cameras | 6-DOF Inside-out via 4 environment cameras |
| Controller tracking | 6-DOF PICO 4 Haptic Controllers (Infrared ring 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 1 | Qualcomm Snapdragon XR2 Gen 2 |
| RAM | 8GB LPDDR4X | 12GB LPDDR5 |
| Storage | 128GB or 256GB | 256GB (UFS 3.1) |
| Mixed Reality Features | ||
| Passthrough | Single 16MP RGB Camera (Color Passthrough, but monoscopic / flat) | Dual 32MP Color Cameras (8MP effective rendering) |
| Depth sensing | No (Uses software-based environmental mapping) | Built-in iToF Depth Sensor for environmental mapping |
| Audio | ||
| Built-in audio | Dual stereo speakers integrated into the headstrap (Spatial Audio support) | Dual stereo speakers with Spatial Audio support |
| 3.5mm jack | No | No (USB-C or Bluetooth only) |
| Mic | Dual microphones with noise reduction | 4-microphone array |
| Connectivity | ||
| Wired | USB-C (Supports data, charging, and wired streaming) | USB-C (supports data and charging) |
| Wireless | Wi-Fi 6 (Dual-band 2.4/5GHz) | Wi-Fi 7 (802.11be) |
| Bluetooth | Bluetooth 5.1 | Bluetooth 5.3 |
| PCVR support | Yes (via PICO Connect or Virtual Desktop over Wi-Fi/USB) | Yes (via PICO Connect or Virtual Desktop; supports ultra-low latency streaming) |
| Compatibility | ||
| Platforms | PICO Store, SteamVR (via PC link) | PICO Store, SteamVR (via PC), YouTube VR |
| Supported OS | PICO OS 5.0 (Based on Android) | PICO OS 5.0 (based on Android 14) |
| Comfort | ||
| Weight | 586g (Total with strap); front unit is remarkably light at 295g | 580g (Total balanced weight); Front-end is only 304g |
| Strap type | Rigid strap with rear-mounted battery for balanced weight distribution | Rigid strap with rear-mounted battery and adjustment dial |
| Face interface | Breathable fabric; includes a removable nose pad for light leakage | Breathable fabric/PU foam; magnetic attachment |
| Battery | ||
| Battery life | Approx. 2.5 - 3 hours | Approx. 2.5 - 3 hours |
| Charging method | USB-C (20W Fast Charging) | USB-C (45W Fast Charging supported; QC 4.0 / PD 3.0) |
| External battery support | Yes (Compatible with external power banks and battery straps) | Yes, compatible with third-party battery straps (like BoboVR) |
| Misc | ||
| Inside the box | PICO 4 Headset, 2x Controllers, 4x AA Batteries, Glasses Spacer, Nose Pad, USB-C Cable, Power Adapter | Headset, 2x Controllers, 4x AA Batteries, Glasses Spacer, USB-C Cable, Face Foam, Manuals |
| Price | $349 - $399 USD | $599 USD / €549 |
| Full Details | 4 - Full Specifications | 4 Ultra - Full Specifications |