Meta Quest 3 vs. Meta Quest 2

Meta Quest 3 and Meta Quest 2 are the most popular VR headsets. Both headsets have their unique features and specifications. In this Answer, we will compare the two headsets and highlight their differences.

Design

Compared to Meta Quest 2, Meta Quest 3 is slimmer and features extra hardware on the front of the headset. On the other hand, Meta Quest 2, has a seamless all-in-one VR system and can connect to PCs. Both the headsets have an all-white look.

Performance

Meta Quest 3 outperforms Meta Quest 2 as it is 30% faster and provides 2x better graphical performance than the latter, owing to its Qualcomm Snapdragon XR2 Gen-2 chipset. On the other hand, Meta Quest 2 features the first generation of the same chipset.

Display

In terms of display, Meta Quest 3 again outshines Meta Quest 2 with a resolution of 2064 x 2208 pixels per eye compared to Meta Quest 2’s 1832 x 1920 pixels per eye. Meta Quest 3 has a refresh rate of 120 Hz, while Meta Quest 2 has a refresh rate of 90 Hz.

Storage

Both the headsets have two variants.

• Meta Quest 3 comes in 128 GB and 512 GB storage variants.

• Meta Quest 2 comes in 128 GB and 256 GB storage variants.

While Meta Quest 3’s 512 GB variant provides 4x more storage than both headsets’ 128 GB variants, there is a huge price difference between the two that one might need to consider.

Controllers

Meta Quest 3 has TruTouch hapticsIt is a new haptic mechanism for Meta Quest 3 which provides enhanced feedback to the player for an immersive game-play experience., which is an improvement over the haptic feedbackIn game controllers, haptic feedback involves using vibrations and other tactile sensations to simulate in-game actions and environments. This enhances gameplay by providing physical responses, such as feeling the recoil of a gun or the rumble of a car engine. of Meta Quest 2.

Battery life

On average, Meta Quest 3’s rated battery life is up to 2.2 hours, while Meta Quest 2’s is 2-3 hours.

Conclusion

Below is a summarized comparison between the two headsets:

Meta Quest 3 offers numerous enhancements compared to its predecessor, though it comes at a higher price. For a more budget-friendly option, Meta Quest 2 remains a strong choice. However, for those seeking the latest advancements in VR headsets, Meta Quest 3 is a leading option.