Compare Pico 4 vs Sony PlayStation VR2
In this technical comparison between the Pico 4 and the Sony PlayStation VR2, 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 2000×2040 per eye for the PlayStation VR2.
Choosing between these two VR Headsets models often comes down to your budget, with prices around $349 - $399 USD and 400 USD.
| Specifications |
Pico 4 |
Sony PlayStation VR2 |
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| Launch | ||
| Version | October 2022 | February, 2023 |
| Display | ||
| Type | Dual 2.56-inch Fast-LCD Panels | OLED |
| Resolution | 2160 × 2160 per eye (4320 × 2160 combined) | 2000×2040 per eye |
| Refresh rate | 72Hz / 90Hz | 90 Hz, 120 Hz |
| Field of view | 105° (Diagonal) | ~110° |
| Brightness | 1200 PPI (Pixels Per Degree); 20.6 PPD | HDR supported |
| HDR | No | Yes |
| Optics | ||
| Lens type | Pancake Lenses | Fresnel lenses |
| IPD adjustment | Motorized stepless adjustment via software menu (62mm - 72mm) | 58–73 mm manual + eye-tracking assist |
| Eye relief | Includes a glasses spacer; slim profile allows for close fit | - |
| Tracking & Input | ||
| Tracking type | 6-DOF Inside-out tracking via 4 monochrome cameras | Inside-out (4 embedded cameras) |
| Controller tracking | 6-DOF PICO 4 Haptic Controllers (Infrared ring design) | Yes (VR2 Sense Controllers) |
| Hand tracking | Yes | No (controller-based finger detection only) |
| Eye tracking | No | Yes (IR camera per eye) |
| Facial tracking | No | No |
| Performance | ||
| Processor / Chipset | Qualcomm Snapdragon XR2 Gen 1 | - |
| RAM | 8GB LPDDR4X | - |
| Storage | 128GB or 256GB | - |
| Mixed Reality Features | ||
| Passthrough | Single 16MP RGB Camera (Color Passthrough, but monoscopic / flat) | Yes (grayscale via cameras) |
| Depth sensing | No (Uses software-based environmental mapping) | - |
| Audio | ||
| Built-in audio | Dual stereo speakers integrated into the headstrap (Spatial Audio support) | Built-in microphone |
| 3.5mm jack | No | Yes (stereo headphone jack) |
| Mic | Dual microphones with noise reduction | Yes (built-in) |
| Connectivity | ||
| Wired | USB-C (Supports data, charging, and wired streaming) | USB-C to PS5 |
| Wireless | Wi-Fi 6 (Dual-band 2.4/5GHz) | Bluetooth 5.1 (for controllers) |
| Bluetooth | Bluetooth 5.1 | Yes (5.1) |
| PCVR support | Yes (via PICO Connect or Virtual Desktop over Wi-Fi/USB) | Yes (with PS VR2 PC Adapter) |
| Compatibility | ||
| Platforms | PICO Store, SteamVR (via PC link) | PlayStation 5 (official), PC (adapter) |
| Supported OS | PICO OS 5.0 (Based on Android) | PS5 system; PC adapter supported on Windows |
| Comfort | ||
| Weight | 586g (Total with strap); front unit is remarkably light at 295g | ~560 g (excluding cables) |
| Strap type | Rigid strap with rear-mounted battery for balanced weight distribution | Adjustable head strap |
| Face interface | Breathable fabric; includes a removable nose pad for light leakage | Cushioned face pad |
| Battery | ||
| Battery life | Approx. 2.5 - 3 hours | - |
| Charging method | USB-C (20W Fast Charging) | - |
| External battery support | Yes (Compatible with external power banks and battery straps) | - |
| Misc | ||
| Inside the box | PICO 4 Headset, 2x Controllers, 4x AA Batteries, Glasses Spacer, Nose Pad, USB-C Cable, Power Adapter | Headset, 2 VR2 Sense controllers, stereo headphones, USB-C cable |
| Price | $349 - $399 USD | 400 USD |
| Full Details | 4 - Full Specifications | PlayStation VR2 - Full Specifications |