Sony PlayStation VR vs other items
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Sony PlayStation VR |
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| Launch | ||
| Version | October 2016 | |
| Display | ||
| Type | Single 5.7" OLED | |
| Resolution | 1920 × 1080 total (960 × 1080 per eye) | |
| Refresh rate | 90Hz, 120Hz | |
| Field of view | Approx. 100° | |
| Brightness | High (OLED) | |
| HDR | Headset does not support HDR; however, the CUH-ZVR2 Processor Unit supports HDR passthrough to the TV. | |
| Optics | ||
| Lens type | Aspherical (Non-Fresnel, significantly reducing "god rays") | |
| IPD adjustment | Software-only (via PlayStation Settings) | |
| Eye relief | Yes (A button on the bottom allows the visor to slide forward/back) | |
| Tracking & Input | ||
| Tracking type | Outside-in (Visible light tracking via 9 LEDs on the headset) | |
| Controller tracking | Tracked by the PlayStation Camera (required) | |
| Hand tracking | No | |
| Eye tracking | No | |
| Facial tracking | No | |
| Performance | ||
| Processor / Chipset | External Processor Unit (handles 3D audio and Social Screen output) | |
| RAM | Dependent on Console (PS4/PS5) | |
| Storage | None (Stored on Console) | |
| Mixed Reality Features | ||
| Passthrough | None (Hardware does not have front-facing cameras) | |
| Depth sensing | Handled by the external PlayStation Camera | |
| Audio | ||
| Built-in audio | Integrated Microphone (ZVR2 model adds integrated earbuds) | |
| 3.5mm jack | Yes | |
| Mic | Yes | |
| Connectivity | ||
| Wired | HDMI, USB, and proprietary AUX (via Processor Unit) | |
| Wireless | No | |
| Bluetooth | No | |
| PCVR support | Not officially supported | |
| Compatibility | ||
| Platforms | PlayStation 4, PlayStation 4 Pro, PlayStation 5 | |
| Supported OS | PlayStation System Software (PS5 requires a Camera Adapter) | |
| Comfort | ||
| Weight | ~610g (excluding cable) | |
| Strap type | Halo-style headband with rear dial and quick-release button | |
| Face interface | Rubber/Silicone light shield (easily removable and washable) | |
| Battery | ||
| Battery life | N/A (Headset is wired); Move controllers last ~10 hours | |
| Charging method | N/A (Headset); Mini-USB or Micro-USB for controllers | |
| External battery support | No | |
| Misc | ||
| Inside the box | VR Headset, Processor Unit, Connection cable, HDMI cable, USB cable, Stereo headphones, AC power cord/adapter | |
| Price | $399 (at launch, headset only) | |