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HTC Vive Cosmos specs and price
HTC Vive Cosmos
October 2019
Dual 3.4" LCD Panels, 2880× 1700 total (1440× 1700 per eye)
Windows 10, Windows 11
PC Dependent (Minimum 4GB+ required)
~665g
N/A
$699 (at launch)
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Launch
Version
October 2019
Display
Type
Dual 3.4" LCD Panels
Resolution
2880× 1700 total (1440× 1700 per eye)
Refresh rate
90Hz
Field of view
110°
Brightness
Standard LCD
HDR
Not supported
Optics
Lens type
Fresnel
IPD adjustment
Hardware-adjustable dial (61mm – 73mm)
Eye relief
Not adjustable (distance from eyes is fixed), but features a Flip-up Visor
Tracking & Input
Tracking type
VIVE Insight (6DOF Inside-out tracking)
Controller tracking
6 On-board cameras (no base stations needed)
Hand tracking
Supported via VIVE Hand Tracking SDK
Eye tracking
Not supported
Facial tracking
Compatible via VIVE Facial Tracker (requires a different faceplate/setup)
Performance
Processor / Chipset
None (PC-powered)
RAM
PC Dependent (Minimum 4GB+ required)
Storage
None
Mixed Reality Features
Passthrough
Stereoscopic RGB passthrough via front cameras
Depth sensing
Software-based (using camera parallax)
Audio
Built-in audio
Integrated on-ear stereo headphones (removable)
3.5mm jack
Yes
Mic
Integrated dual microphones
Connectivity
Wired
USB-C 3.0, DisplayPort 1.2 (via Converter/Link Box)
Wireless
Supported via optional Vive Wireless Adapter (Intel WiGig)
Bluetooth
Yes (for controller pairing and firmware)
PCVR support
Native (SteamVR / Viveport)
Compatibility
Platforms
SteamVR, Viveport
Supported OS
Windows 10, Windows 11
Comfort
Weight
~665g
Strap type
Halo-style headband with rear tension dial
Face interface
Breathable cloth/foam; Flip-up design allows the visor to tilt up 100°
Battery
Battery life
N/A
Charging method
N/A (Controllers use 2x AA batteries each)
External battery support
Only required for the Wireless Adapter kit
Misc
Inside the box
Cosmos Headset, 2x Cosmos Controllers, Link Box (with power adapter), DP 1.2 cable, USB 3.0 cable, 4x AA batteries.
Price
$699 (at launch)
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