VIVE Focus Vision

Released

Oct 17, 2024

Category

mixed

HTC Vive / mixed / $999

VIVE Focus Vision

A premium HTC hybrid headset for users who want standalone flexibility and better wired PC VR options than most all-in-one devices.

80

TopVR score

Display

Fast-switch LCD

Resolution

2448x2448 / eye

FOV

Up to 120 deg

Input

Eye + hand tracking

Battery

Hot-swappable

Platform

VIVE / SteamVR

Editorial read

Scorecard

10-point sub-scores

Visual clarity

8.3

The 2448x2448 panels are sharp enough for serious PC VR and productivity.

Tracking/input

8.4

Eye tracking, hand tracking, and tracker support are the strongest differentiators.

Comfort

7.0

Balanced design helps, but the headset is still heavy.

Value

7.1

Good for advanced users, hard to justify for casual Quest shoppers.

Full specification

Specs by Section

Overview

Device type
Hybrid standalone / PC VR mixed reality
Platform
VIVE standalone and SteamVR PC
Retail price
$999 class
PC connection
Wireless, USB-C, or DisplayPort kit

What We Like

  • + Hybrid standalone and PC VR design
  • + DisplayPort mode for high-quality PC VR
  • + Built-in eye tracking and auto-IPD
  • + Hot-swappable battery system

Watch-outs

  • - Quest has the stronger consumer app library
  • - DisplayPort mode needs extra cabling hardware
  • - Weight makes fit important