Product Comparison: HTC VIVE vs Sony PlayStation VR


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General Specifications
Brand
HTC
Sony
Model
VIVE
PlayStation VR
Origin
China
China
About the Product
Create an immersive experience with this HTC Vive virtual reality system. The VR headset with 110-degree field of view and front-facing camera provides an enhanced visual experience through a mix of virtual and actual surroundings. This HTC Vive virtual reality system includes two base stations and two wireless controllers for a complete game-ready setup.
Designed with gamers in mind, PlayStation VR delivers an entirely new world of gaming with a level of immersion unseen on home consoles on some of the most highly anticipated titles of 2016, including Star Wars Battlefront and other games like PlayStation VR World, Golem and RIGS Mechanized Combat League. The LEDs around the PlayStation VR headset, on the DUALSHOCK 4 wireless controller and the PlayStation Move motion controller are tracked by the PlayStation Camera, providing an incredibly precise capture of your natural movement in virtual space. See the digital world through the beautiful 5.7-inch OLED 1080p headset screen at up to 120fps.
Key Specs
Movement Tracking
Yes
Yes
Control Type
360-degree controllers and headset tracking
PlayStation Move, DualShock 4
Sensors
SteamVR Tracking, G-sensor, Gyroscope, Proximity
Six-axis motion sensing system (three-axis gyroscope, three-axis accelerometer)
Wireless
No
No
Size & Weight
Color
Black
Black/White
Height
7.5 in.
18.1 in.
Width
5 in.
8.4 in.
Depth
5 in.
10.5 in.
Weight
19.5 oz.
21.2 oz.
Display
Display Type
Dual AMOLED
OLED
Field Of View
110 °
100 °
Focus Adjustment Wheel
No
No
Interpupillary Distance Adjustment
Yes
No
Features
Buttons
Grip buttons, Dual-stage trigger, System button, Menu button
Adjustable Headband
Yes
Yes
Integrated Speaker(s)
No
No
Integrated Microphone
No
No
Power Source
PC
Playstation
Extras
Wireless controllers, Compatible OS, Works with a USB 2.0 or newer port, Free Trial to VIVEPORT Subscription, Powered by SteamVR, Chaperone play area boundaries and front-facing camera, Micro-USB charging port
Compatible with Sony PlayStation 4, 3D audio technology, Advanced VR display
Warranty / Certifications
Manufacturer Warranty
1 year(s)
1 year(s)
Certifications
CE
CE
Other Information
Manufacturer


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