Varjo / mixed
Varjo XR-4
70
TopVR score
$3,990
retail class
Head-to-head
Varjo XR-4 vs PICO 4 Ultra
Varjo XR-4 scores 70/100 while PICO 4 Ultra scores 78/100. Compare specs, price, pros, cons, and platform tradeoffs.
Spec Table
Full Comparison
Varjo
Varjo XR-4
70
TopVR score
$3,990
retail class
PICO
PICO 4 Ultra
78
TopVR score
$799
retail class
| Spec | Varjo XR-4 | PICO 4 Ultra |
|---|---|---|
| Score | 70 /100 | 78 /100 |
| Resolution | 3840x3744 per eye | 2160x2160 per eye |
| Refresh Rate | 90 Hz | Up to 90 Hz |
| Field of View | 120 deg x 105 deg | 104 deg class |
| Tracking | Inside-out or SteamVR tracking options with eye tracking | Inside-out 6DoF with ring-free controllers |
| Battery | Wired PC XR headset | Rear battery; balanced design |
| Weight | 1021 g class | 580 g |
| Platform | Varjo Base / PC XR | PICO OS |
Varjo XR-4 Verdict
Varjo XR-4 is a professional XR system, not a mainstream buyer pick. It belongs in the ranking because serious simulation and enterprise shoppers compare it, but most consumers should ignore it.
Exceptional resolution and pixel density
Professional mixed-reality passthrough
200 Hz eye tracking
Not a consumer gaming headset
Very expensive once configured
PICO 4 Ultra Verdict
PICO 4 Ultra is a strong Quest-style mixed-reality alternative in markets where it is officially sold. For U.S. buyers, availability and software library depth keep Quest 3 and Quest 3S ahead.
Balanced front/rear headset design
XR2 Gen 2 platform with 12 GB RAM
Color mixed-reality passthrough and depth sensing
Limited U.S. retail presence
Store library is smaller than Quest
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