Varjo / mixed
Varjo XR-4
70
TopVR score
$3,990
retail class
Head-to-head
Varjo XR-4 vs Valve Index
Varjo XR-4 scores 70/100 while Valve Index scores 76/100. Compare specs, price, pros, cons, and platform tradeoffs.
Spec Table
Full Comparison
Varjo
Varjo XR-4
70
TopVR score
$3,990
retail class
Valve
Valve Index
76
TopVR score
$999
retail class
| Spec | Varjo XR-4 | Valve Index |
|---|---|---|
| Score | 70 /100 | 76 /100 |
| Resolution | 3840x3744 per eye | 1440x1600 per eye |
| Refresh Rate | 90 Hz | 80 / 90 / 120 / 144 Hz |
| Field of View | 120 deg x 105 deg | 130 deg class |
| Tracking | Inside-out or SteamVR tracking options with eye tracking | SteamVR Lighthouse outside-in |
| Battery | Wired PC XR headset | Wired headset; rechargeable controllers |
| Weight | 1021 g class | 809 g |
| Platform | Varjo Base / PC XR | SteamVR PC |
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
Valve Index Verdict
Valve Index is still important for SteamVR enthusiasts, but it is no longer the obvious PC VR buy. Its tracking and controllers remain excellent, while newer headsets deliver much sharper panels and easier setup.
Excellent SteamVR tracking
High refresh rates up to 144 Hz
Best-in-class Index controllers for many PC VR games
Old display resolution by 2026 standards
Requires base stations and a gaming PC