Christmas is approaching and we all know that you have a next-generation PC that you want to take advantage of. Have you not considered buying a virtual reality headset? If so, then take a look at what we have prepared a list of the best HMDs that you can find on the market
Virtual reality headsets for PC began to become popular with the Oculus Rift and have become an accessory and a unique way to enjoy content. It is said that virtual reality is not an accessory or a technology but a medium in itself. Which not only allows new ways of presenting content but also improves previously known experiences such as video games.
HP Reverb G2, virtual reality with the best resolution
The HP Reverb G2 is a VR case compatible with both Windows Mixed Reality and SteamVR , which stands out for its resolution of 2160 x 2160 per eye and its 114º field of view , which gives us an incredible image definition thanks to the high pixel density, also makes use of headphones for the Valve Index sound.
Regarding the tracking of movements, we are facing an Inside-Out type HMD so you do not have to worry about the use of external monitoring systems.
As for the Reverb G2’s drivers, these are its weak point, with a much higher latency and less reliability than its peers. This makes them not recommended for playing competitive games and if you can use the controllers that come with other virtual reality headsets then you will get a better experience.
HTC VIVE Cosmos, HMD with two tracking systems as standard
The HTC VIVE Cosmos has two 3.5 ″ diagonal screens with a resolution of 1440 x 1700 per eye , with a 90 Hz refresh rate and a 110º field of view .
The Cosmos Elite not only has built-in Inside-Out tracking, but it also comes with the Vive Controller and the first-generation HTC VIVE stations, so this is the only HMD on this list that comes with both tracking systems.
Oculus Quest 2, autonomous, cheap and accessible
Despite the fact that the Oculus Quest 2 is a completely autonomous virtual reality headset and does not require external hardware to run the applications, through Oculus Link, a cable that allows you to connect the Oculus Quest 2 to the PC .
This virtual reality headset has a resolution of 1832 x 1920 pixels per eye , supports refresh rates of 60, 72 and 90 Hz , with a 90º field of view .
It has an Inside-Out tracking system, so with the Oculus Quest 2 it is not necessary to install external tracking elements either.
Oculus Rift S, the latest generation of the classic virtual reality headset
Unlike the Oculus Quest 2, the Rift S is not a standalone HMD and relies on an external PC to run as it is the latest evolution of the Oculus Rift.
It has a resolution of 1280 x 1440 pixels per eye , with a refresh rate of 80 Hz and a field of view of 115º.
The Oculus Rift S makes use of an Inside-Out 6DOF tracking through its 5 integrated cameras, which allows it to follow our movements in the space of an entire room.
Valve Index, the most advanced virtual reality headset
There is no doubt that the Valve Index is the virtual reality headset with the highest specifications and with the highest price, with a resolution of 1440 x 1600 pixels, being the virtual helmet with the second highest resolution. But what stands out is its enormous field of vision of 130º.
The problem is that being Valce’s official HMD it is only compatible with the VR game collection, which is where most of the virtual reality content for PC is available, but if you want to access the Oculus content for PC you must access external solutions.
