HTC Vive / PC VR
VIVE Pro 2
72
TopVR score
$799
retail class
Head-to-head
VIVE Pro 2 vs PICO 4 Ultra
VIVE Pro 2 scores 72/100 while PICO 4 Ultra scores 78/100. Compare specs, price, pros, cons, and platform tradeoffs.
Spec Table
Full Comparison
HTC Vive
VIVE Pro 2
72
TopVR score
$799
retail class
PICO
PICO 4 Ultra
78
TopVR score
$799
retail class
| Spec | VIVE Pro 2 | PICO 4 Ultra |
|---|---|---|
| Score | 72 /100 | 78 /100 |
| Resolution | 2448x2448 per eye | 2160x2160 per eye |
| Refresh Rate | 90 / 120 Hz | Up to 90 Hz |
| Field of View | Up to 120 deg horizontal | 104 deg class |
| Tracking | SteamVR Lighthouse outside-in | Inside-out 6DoF with ring-free controllers |
| Battery | Wired PC VR headset | Rear battery; balanced design |
| Weight | 850 g class | 580 g |
| Platform | SteamVR PC | PICO OS |
VIVE Pro 2 Verdict
VIVE Pro 2 remains relevant for Lighthouse users who want a high-resolution PC VR headset, but most new buyers should compare newer PC VR options before committing to the full kit.
High-resolution PC VR panels
SteamVR Lighthouse tracking
Works with Vive and Index tracking ecosystems
Fresnel lens glare and sweet spot are dated
Requires base stations and a gaming PC
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Buy on VIVE $799PICO 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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Buy on PICO $799