This HTV VR Headset Is $200 Off Right Now
The HTC Vive XR Elite, priced at $899 (down from $1,099.99) comes with a deluxe pack of four additional accessories aimed at improving comfort and fit (though this can be subjective), including a top strap, temple clips, and an MR gasket to optimize your mixed reality experience. Games can be connected to the XR Elite headset wirelessly over wifi or using a USB Type C cable for a wired setup, without needing a base station. Its combination of inside-out tracking, six-degrees-of-freedom (6DoF) motion controllers, and advanced hand-tracking allows for natural and precise virtual interactions-although, this review highlights that HTC sells its additional trackers separately, adding to an already steep price.
HTC VIVE XR Elite with Deluxe Pack - Mixed Reality and PC VR Headset + Controllers $899.00 at Amazon
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Get Deal $899.00 at Amazon The XR Elite's full-color passthrough camera and depth sensor add to the immersive MR experience. The visuals, with a 3840 * 1920 pixel resolution, a wide 110 field of view, and a 90 Hz refresh rate, are expected to be clear and smooth. The built-in speakers deliver clear audio, and its dual microphones (for echo cancellation) should make communication easy. Plus, you can adjust and fine-tune the inter-pupillary distance (IPD) and diopter settings of the headset for eye comfort. As for the controllers, HTC says they can last up to 15 hours, though your mileage may vary. Additionally, the headset supports both standing and seated modes, providing flexibility in how you play. For the best experience, the manufacturer recommends a room-scale play area of up to 10m * 10m.
However, it's worth noting that at least one user has pointed out that this headset is really complicated to use-if you're new to VRs, this might pose a problem. Additionally, while the headset itself is top-notch, the need for a high-performance PC (with VR-ready specs and content compatibility) to fully leverage it might be a barrier. The HTC Vive XR Elite offers a rich and immersive VR/MR experience for those willing to shell out the money, but for the budget buyers who still want a quality VR experience without the premium price tag, the Meta Quest 3 ($499.99) or the Oculus Quest 2 ($299.99) both make for good options.