Product Price Resolution (px) Refresh Rate (Hz) Field of View (degrees) Controllers Included PC VR Compatibility Weight (g)
HTC VIVE XR Elite
US
£821.64 1920 x 1920 pixels per eye 90 Hz Up to 110 degrees 625 g with battery cradle

The VIVE XR Elite is a high-performance standalone mixed-reality headset with 1920 x 1920 per-eye resolution, pancake lenses, and a Snapdragon XR2 processor. It includes rechargeable 6DoF controllers, a removable battery cradle for balanced ergonomics, and supports PC VR via VIVE Streaming, suiting users who want a compact MR headset that can also play PC VR titles.

★ Ideal for

Ideal because its light, balanced design with a rear battery counterweight and 625 g weight with battery cradle provides improved comfort for long gaming sessions.

Pimax Crystal
US
£649.69 2880 x 2880 Per Eye 60, 72, 90, 120 Hz 105° (H) 815g (Headset)

The Pimax Crystal is a high-resolution PCVR headset with QLED+Mini-LED panels, inside-out 6DoF tracking, integrated audio, and two included controllers. It targets sim racers and VR enthusiasts who want wide FOV and high pixel density while remaining compatible with SteamVR and OpenXR applications.

★ Ideal for

Ideal because its 2880x2880 per-eye resolution, 105° horizontal FOV, and integrated ergonomic headstrap and audio make it comfortable and visually clear for long gaming sessions.