HTC Vive Pro 2 Revealed: The Most Powerful VR Headset Yet?

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Are you looking for a high-end virtual reality headset? The recently revealed HTC Vive Pro 2 will soon take you into ultra-high-resolution virtual reality worlds. The original HTC Vive put home VR on the map, with its spatial tracking and high-resolution display. Competition has heated up since its debut in 2016, with the Oculus Quest 2 and Valve Index impressing VR gamers. But with the HTC Vive Pro 2, HTC is ready to reassert its position as a premium VR headset maker. And, in terms of specs, the HTC Vive Pro 2 is perhaps the most powerful high-end VR headset on the market, at least in terms of what's available to the consumer at home. The lockdown restrictions mean we haven't used the device yet and instead got an online briefing with HTC, revealing all the details. However, we plan to offer hands-on impressions in the coming weeks, so check back soon to find out. In the meantime, here's everything you need to know about the HTC Vive Pro 2.

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Come to the point

• What is it? A premium and connected virtual reality headset from HTC
• When did it come out? Pre-orders are open now, with a general sale starting June 4, 2021
• How much will it cost? The hull-only variant will start at a special reduced price of €659 / €749 / €739. The full kit, including the Base Station 2.0 and VIVE controllers, is available from June 4 for €1,299 / €1,399 / €1,399

HTC Vive Pro 2 Features

Rather than opt for an all-in-one wireless headset design for the HTC Vive Pro 2, HTC is focusing on high-end VR capabilities that can only be achieved by connecting to a well-connected PC. And the numbers HTC is targeting are very impressive. The Vive Pro 2 offers a 5K resolution display (2.5k each eye) and aims to maintain a silky smooth 120Hz refresh rate. That's a much sharper display than the Oculus Quest 2, which isn't capable of pointing. only at 120Hz update. Fees on select titles.

(Image credit: HTC) It's not just the resolution that impresses, but also the quality of the panels used. The headset contains a quick-switch LCD with RGB sub-pixels and IPD adjustable bezels that support a 120-degree field of view. It's wide enough to capture the action out of the corner of your eye, thanks to a dual-stack lens design. It's a very advanced optical system, with the LCD shrunken compared to previous models for better heat management. Pushing that many pixels can legitimately excite your rig with what to expect from your PC, and while HTC has yet to share any recommended specs, it's primarily aimed at avid (and professional) users. You'll need a powerful machine to get the most out of the Vive Pro 2. But HTC has gone to great lengths to make its components as lightweight as possible, working with Nvidia and AMD to optimize screen-stream compression for VR headsets. This enables faster compilation and recompilation of visual data between the PC and the headset by reducing the large resources required to make the 4K display shine. Display Port 1.2 is also supported, even with display port compression enabled. The HTC Vive Wireless adapter will also be supported, though users will not be able to achieve the 4896 x 2448/120Hz native resolution and frame rate target offered by the connected configuration.

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Comfort and compatibility

HTC has also made some tweaks to its headset to improve the ergonomics of the HTC Vive Pro 2. In addition to the fine-tuning IPD slider, it ensures that its shoulder strap adjusts and locks quickly thanks to a dial system, while its facial interface is large enough to accommodate eyeglass wearers. The weight is said to be evenly distributed to prevent neck strain, while the 3D spatial speakers float above the users ears, meaning they always have an idea of ​​what's going on in their real environment. The audio interface is also Hi-Res certified, which means you can connect audiophile-grade headphones to the headphones and enjoy a richer sound experience. If you already chose who isn't even comfortable for the VR gamer on here, it will be the next dependency on the base stations for the suivi with the HTC Vive Pro 2. Other than the connection attached to the PC, There is another obstacle to a rapide et sans tracas avec l'engagement VR, which means that you should find your space for two small cubes of suivi autour de votre espace de jeu afin que le Vive Pro 2 sache Where Are you. With cable tying, that's the trade-off for getting the highest possible visual quality out of a VR headset today, though the gap is narrowed with inverted tracking systems like one you see with the Oculus Quest 2.

(Image credit: HTC) Those looking for a non-connected all-in-one headset from HTC should look at the recently revealed HTC Vive Focus 3, even though it's primarily aimed at business users. Current HTC Vive owners can take solace in the fact that all existing HTC VR accessories will be compatible with the new HTC Vive Pro 2, meaning you won't need to buy any equipment other than the headset if you're already using it. LIVES. Trackers of any generation, the VIVE Facial Tracker, Vive Controllers wand '' o los accesorios Steam VR como los controladores Valve Index knuckles''. Oculus controllers are not supported, if you're wondering.

First impressions

While we haven't tested the HTC Vive Pro 2 yet, we're excited about the direction the company is looking to take for its consumer headphones. The Vive Pro 2 is designed to be a no-compromise VR experience for the most committed members of the VR community. Yes it is expensive. And the range of accessories required to get up and running isn't one for the unfavorable cords, especially when compared to the Oculus Quest 2 all-in-one. And that's before you factor in the need for a high-end PC to run the show. But HTC promises something that VR fans are clamoring for: a true, next-gen, gripping-level VR PC setup worthy. It won't be for everyone, but we have a feeling that those who invest will be getting something very special for all that money.