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{{Device Infobox
{{Device Infobox
|name = Dell Visor
|image =
|image =
|VR/AR = [[Virtual Reality]], [[Mixed Reality]]
|VR/AR = [[Virtual Reality]]
|Type = [[Head-mounted display]]
|Type = [[Head-mounted display]]
|Subtype = PC VR (Windows MR)
|Subtype = [[PC VR]]
|Platform = [[Windows Mixed Reality]], [[SteamVR]]
|Platform = [[Windows Mixed Reality]]
|Creator = [[Dell]]
|Creator = [[Dell]]
|Announced = 2017
|Developer = [[Dell]], [[Microsoft]]
|Release = October 2017
|Manufacturer = [[Dell]]
|Price = $350 (headset) / $450 (with controllers)
|Announcement Date = August 2017
|Website = https://www.dell.com
|Release Date = October 2017
|OS = Windows 10
|Price = $349 (headset), $449 (with controllers)
|CPU = Host PC dependent
|Website = https://www.dell.com/
|GPU = NVIDIA GTX 960 / AMD RX 470+ (rec)
|Versions = Dell Visor VR118, Dell Visor VRP100 (with controllers)
|Storage =
|Requires = Windows 10 Fall Creators Update PC
|RAM = 8 GB+ (rec)
|Predecessor = None
|Display = 2 x 2.89" LCD
|Successor = None
|Resolution = 2880 x 1440 (1440 x 1440 per eye)
|Operating System = [[Windows Mixed Reality]]
|Refresh = 90 Hz
|Chipset = N/A (tethered PCVR)
|Brightness =
|CPU = N/A (PC-powered)
|FOV = 110°
|GPU = N/A (PC-powered)
|PPD =
|HPU =
|Lenses = Fresnel
|Storage = N/A
|IPD =
|Memory = N/A
|Eye Tracking =
|SD Card Slot = No
|Hand Tracking =
|Display = Dual Sharp LCD
|Tracking = 6DoF (inside-out, 2 cameras)
|Subpixel Layout = RGB stripe
|Spatial Mapping =
|Peak Brightness = Not specified
|Speakers =
|Resolution = 1440 × 1440 per eye (2880 × 1440 combined)
|Microphone =
|Pixel Density = 706 PPI
|Audio Jack = 3.5mm
|Refresh Rate = 90Hz
|Persistence = Low persistence
|Field of View = 110°
|Horizontal FoV = ~105°
|Vertical FoV = ~95°
|Average Pixel Density = ~16 PPD
|Peak Pixel Density = ~16 PPD
|Foveated Rendering = No
|Optics = Fresnel lenses
|Ocularity = Binocular
|IPD Range = Fixed (~63mm, software adjustment)
|Adjustable Diopter = No (glasses compatible)
|Passthrough = No
|Tracking = 6DoF inside-out (2 cameras)
|Tracking Frequency = N/A
|Base Stations = None required
|Eye Tracking = No
|Face Tracking = No
|Hand Tracking = No
|Body Tracking = No
|Rotational Tracking = Yes
|Positional Tracking = Yes
|Update Rate = 90Hz
|Tracking Volume = Room-scale
|Play Space = Roomscale
|Latency = <20ms motion-to-photon
|Audio = 3.5mm audio jack
|Microphone = No (external required)
|3.5mm Audio Jack = Yes
|Camera = 2× inside-out tracking cameras
|Connectivity = HDMI 2.0, USB 3.0
|Connectivity = HDMI 2.0, USB 3.0
|Ports = HDMI, USB
|Ports = HDMI 2.0, USB 3.0, 3.5mm audio
|Battery =
|Wired Video = Yes (HDMI)
|Weight =
|Wireless Video = No
|Materials =
|WiFi = No
|Colors = White
|Bluetooth = Bluetooth (for controllers, from PC)
|Sensors = Gyroscope, accelerometer, magnetometer
|Power = USB powered
|Input = Windows MR Controllers (optional)
|Battery Capacity = N/A
|Battery Life = N/A (tethered)
|Charge Time = N/A
|Dimensions = Not specified
|Weight = 590g
|Material = Plastic
|Headstrap = Adjustable halo-style head strap
|Haptics = Controller haptics
|Color = White
|Sensors = 2× tracking cameras, gyroscope, accelerometer, magnetometer
|Input = Windows Mixed Reality controllers
|Compliance = FCC, CE
}}
}}


The '''Dell Visor''' is a [[Windows Mixed Reality]] [[head-mounted display]] developed by [[Dell]]. Released in October 2017 as part of Microsoft's Windows Mixed Reality initiative, the Dell Visor features dual 2.89-inch LCD displays at 1440 x 1440 per eye resolution, 90 Hz refresh rate, 110-degree field of view, and inside-out tracking that eliminates the need for external sensors. The headset's flip-up visor design allows users to quickly switch between virtual and physical reality.<ref name="dell">{{cite web|url=https://www.dell.com/support/kbdoc/en-us/000125800/dell-visor-frequently-asked-questions-and-troubleshooting-scenarios|title=Dell Visor Frequently Asked Questions|publisher=Dell}}</ref>
The '''Dell Visor''' is a [[PC VR]] [[head-mounted display]] developed by [[Dell]] as part of [[Microsoft]]'s Windows Mixed Reality platform, announced in August 2017 and released in October 2017 at a price of $349 for the headset alone or $449 bundled with motion controllers. Distinguished by its distinctive white color scheme and halo-style headband design, the Dell Visor offered 1440 × 1440 per eye resolution using dual Sharp LCD panels, a 110° field of view, and the standard WMR inside-out tracking system requiring no external sensors. As one of the five launch partners for Windows Mixed Reality alongside Acer, HP, Lenovo, and Samsung, the Dell Visor represented Dell's entry into consumer VR, targeting both home users and enterprise customers with its comfortable design, plug-and-play setup, and compatibility with both the Windows Mixed Reality platform and SteamVR content.


== History and Development ==
== History and Development ==


=== Windows Mixed Reality Platform ===
=== Windows Mixed Reality Launch ===
Dell developed the Visor as part of Microsoft's Windows Mixed Reality initiative, which launched with Windows 10 Fall Creators Update in 2017.
Microsoft platform:
* October 2017 consumer release
* Five OEM launch partners
* Inside-out tracking standard
* Simplified PC VR


=== October 2017 Release ===
=== Dell Partnership ===
The Dell Visor launched alongside other Windows MR headsets from Lenovo, HP, Acer, and ASUS.
OEM contribution:
* Major PC manufacturer
* Enterprise relationships
* Quality manufacturing
* Global distribution


== Design and Hardware ==
=== IFA 2017 Announcement ===
August reveal:
* Product specifications
* Unique design
* October availability
* Competitive pricing


=== Display System ===
=== Consumer Launch ===
* '''Panel Size:''' 2 x 2.89 inches
October 2017:
* '''Resolution:''' 1440 x 1440 per eye (2880 x 1440 total)
* $349/$449 pricing
* '''Pixel Density:''' 706 PPI
* Retail availability
* '''Refresh Rate:''' 90 Hz
* Bundle options
* '''Field of View:''' 110 degrees
* Multiple regions


=== Flip-Up Visor ===
== Design Philosophy ==
* Quick transition between VR and reality
* Glasses-friendly design
* No need to remove headset


=== Comfort Features ===
=== Distinctive Aesthetic ===
* Interchangeable face cushions
Visual differentiation:
* Adjustable head strap
* White color scheme
* Glasses-compatible design
* Unique among WMR
* Premium appearance
* Dell design language


== Tracking ==
=== Halo Headband ===
Comfort focus:
* Halo-style strap
* Weight distribution
* Extended wear comfort
* No top strap
 
=== Accessible PC VR ===
Market positioning:
* No external sensors
* Simple setup
* Consumer friendly
* Enterprise ready
 
== Display Technology ==
 
=== Sharp LCD Panels ===
Quality displays:
* '''Resolution''': 1440 × 1440 per eye
* '''Total''': 2880 × 1440
* '''Manufacturer''': Sharp
* '''PPI''': 706
 
=== Refresh Rate ===
Smooth operation:
* 90Hz standard
* Good motion clarity
* VR comfort
* Standard specification
 
=== Visual Quality ===
Good imagery:
* Higher res than Rift/Vive (2016)
* Decent clarity
* Some screen door
* Competitive quality
 
== Field of View ==
 
=== 110° FOV ===
Good specification:
* Competitive with premium
* Good immersion
* Standard consumer range
* Adequate peripheral
 
== Optical System ==
 
=== Fresnel Lenses ===
Standard optics:
* Good sweet spot
* Some god rays
* Compact design
* Standard quality
 
=== Fixed IPD ===
Limitation:
* ~63mm fixed center
* Software adjustment available
* May limit some users
* Common WMR constraint
 
== Tracking System ==


=== Inside-Out Tracking ===
=== Inside-Out Tracking ===
* 2 front-facing cameras
Two-camera system:
* 6 degrees of freedom
* Dual front cameras
* No external sensors required
* No external sensors
* 6DoF head tracking
* Simple setup


=== Sensors ===
=== Sensor Array ===
Motion detection:
* Gyroscope
* Gyroscope
* Accelerometer
* Accelerometer
* Magnetometer
* Magnetometer
* Precise orientation
=== Room-Scale Support ===
Play space:
* Room-scale capable
* Boundary system
* Walk-around VR
* Standard WMR


== Controllers ==
== Controllers ==


=== Windows MR Controllers ===
=== Windows Mixed Reality Controllers ===
Input option:
* Sold separately or bundled
* Sold separately or bundled
* Bluetooth connectivity
* 6DoF tracked
* Haptic feedback
* LED rings
* Bluetooth connection


=== Controller Features ===
=== Controller Features ===
Input capabilities:
* Clickable touchpad
* Thumbstick
* Thumbstick
* Touchpad
* Trigger button
* Trigger
* Grip button
* Grab button
* Menu buttons
* Windows Menu button
 
* 4x AA battery powered
== Audio ==
 
=== 3.5mm Audio Jack ===
External audio:
* No built-in speakers
* Headphones required
* Standard port
* User choice
 
=== No Built-In Microphone ===
External needed:
* Headset with mic
* USB microphone option
* Communication setup
* Additional equipment
 
== Physical Design ==
 
=== Halo Headband ===
Comfort system:
* Circular halo design
* Forehead rest
* Weight distribution
* No top pressure
 
=== Weight ===
Substantial:
* 590g
* Heavier than some WMR
* Well distributed
* Halo helps balance
 
=== White Design ===
Distinctive appearance:
* White exterior
* Unique among WMR
* Premium look
* Dell styling
 
=== Flip-Up Capability ===
Convenience:
* Visor can tilt up
* Quick transitions
* Practical feature
* Standard WMR
 
== PC Requirements ==
 
=== Minimum Spec ===
Basic requirements:
* Windows 10 FCU
* Intel Core i3-6100 or AMD FX4350
* NVIDIA GTX 960 / AMD RX 470
* 8GB RAM
 
=== Recommended ===
Better experience:
* Intel Core i5+
* GTX 1060 or better
* 16GB RAM
* SSD storage
 
=== Connections ===
Required ports:
* HDMI 2.0
* USB 3.0
* Bluetooth 4.0 (for controllers)
* Standard ports
 
== Software Platform ==
 
=== Windows Mixed Reality ===
Built-in platform:
* Cliff House environment
* Windows integration
* App launcher
* Settings management
 
=== SteamVR Support ===
Game library:
* Full SteamVR access
* VR game library
* Community content
* Wide compatibility
 
== Use Cases ==


== Connectivity ==
=== General VR Gaming ===
Primary use:
* SteamVR games
* WMR content
* Wide library
* Good experience


* '''Video:''' HDMI 2.0
=== Enterprise VR ===
* '''Data:''' USB 3.0
Business applications:
* '''Audio:''' 3.5mm jack
* Dell enterprise support
* Training applications
* Visualization
* Business deployment


== System Requirements ==
=== Entertainment ===
Media viewing:
* Virtual cinema
* 360° video
* Experiences
* Entertainment apps
 
== Comparison with WMR Headsets ==


{| class="wikitable"
{| class="wikitable"
|-
|-
! Component !! Minimum !! Recommended
! Feature !! Dell Visor !! Lenovo Explorer !! Samsung Odyssey
|-
|-
| CPU || Intel i3-6100 / AMD FX4350 || Intel i5 / AMD Ryzen 5
| Price || $349 || $349 || $499
|-
|-
| GPU || Integrated graphics || NVIDIA GTX 960 / AMD RX 470
| Resolution/eye || 1440×1440 || 1440×1440 || 1440×1600
|-
|-
| RAM || 8 GB || 16 GB
| Display || Sharp LCD || LCD || AMOLED
|-
|-
| OS || Windows 10 Fall Creators Update || Windows 10 Fall Creators Update
| FOV || 110° || 110° || 110°
|-
| Weight || 590g || 380g || 645g
|-
| Design || Halo/White || Grey || Black
|-
| Audio || Jack only || Jack only || Built-in AKG
|}
|}


== SteamVR Compatibility ==
== Strengths and Limitations ==


Access to SteamVR content through Windows Mixed Reality for SteamVR bridge.
=== Strengths ===
* Distinctive white design
* Halo headband comfort
* 110° FOV
* No external sensors
* Dell enterprise support
* Good value


== Specifications ==
=== Limitations ===
* Fixed IPD
* Only 2 tracking cameras
* No built-in audio
* Heavier than competitors
* Limited controller tracking
* Discontinued
 
== Technical Specifications Summary ==


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! Specification !! Details
! Specification !! Details
|-
|-
| Display || 2 x 2.89" LCD
| Display || Dual Sharp LCD, 1440 × 1440 per eye
|-
| Total Resolution || 2880 × 1440
|-
|-
| Resolution || 1440 x 1440 per eye
| Refresh Rate || 90Hz
|-
|-
| Total Resolution || 2880 x 1440
| FOV || 110°
|-
|-
| Refresh Rate || 90 Hz
| Tracking || Inside-out (2 cameras)
|-
|-
| Field of View || 110°
| IPD || Fixed (~63mm)
|-
|-
| Tracking || Inside-out (2 cameras)
| Audio || 3.5mm jack only
|-
|-
| Visor || Flip-up design
| Headband || Halo-style
|-
|-
| Connection || HDMI 2.0 + USB 3.0
| Weight || 590g
|-
|-
| Price || $350 / $450 (with controllers)
| Price || $349 (headset) / $449 (bundle)
|}
|}


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* [[Windows Mixed Reality]]
* [[Windows Mixed Reality]]
* [[Lenovo Explorer]]
* [[Lenovo Explorer]]
* [[HP Reverb]]
* [[Acer Windows Mixed Reality]]
* [[PC VR]]
* [[Samsung Odyssey]]
* [[HP Windows Mixed Reality]]


== References ==
== References ==
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[[Category:Devices]]
[[Category:VR Headsets]]
[[Category:VR Headsets]]
[[Category:Mixed reality]]
[[Category:Head-mounted displays]]
[[Category:Head-mounted displays]]
[[Category:PC VR]]
[[Category:PC VR]]

Latest revision as of 03:07, 8 January 2026

Dell Visor
Basic Info
VR/AR Virtual Reality
Type Head-mounted display
Subtype PC VR
Platform Windows Mixed Reality
Creator Dell
Developer Dell, Microsoft
Manufacturer Dell
Announcement Date August 2017
Release Date October 2017
Price $349 (headset), $449 (with controllers)
Website https://www.dell.com/
Versions Dell Visor VR118, Dell Visor VRP100 (with controllers)
Requires Windows 10 Fall Creators Update PC
Predecessor None
Successor None
System
Operating System Windows Mixed Reality
Chipset N/A (tethered PCVR)
CPU N/A (PC-powered)
GPU N/A (PC-powered)
Storage
Storage N/A
Memory N/A
SD Card Slot No
Display
Display Dual Sharp LCD
Subpixel Layout RGB stripe
Peak Brightness Not specified
Resolution 1440 × 1440 per eye (2880 × 1440 combined)
Pixel Density 706 PPI
Refresh Rate 90Hz
Persistence Low persistence
Image
Field of View 110°
Horizontal FoV ~105°
Vertical FoV ~95°
Average Pixel Density ~16 PPD
Peak Pixel Density ~16 PPD
Foveated Rendering No
Optics
Optics Fresnel lenses
Ocularity Binocular
IPD Range Fixed (~63mm, software adjustment)
Adjustable Diopter No (glasses compatible)
Passthrough No
Tracking
Tracking 6DoF inside-out (2 cameras)
Tracking Frequency N/A
Base Stations None required
Eye Tracking No
Face Tracking No
Hand Tracking No
Body Tracking No
Rotational Tracking Yes
Positional Tracking Yes
Update Rate 90Hz
Tracking Volume Room-scale
Play Space Roomscale
Latency <20ms motion-to-photon
Audio
Audio 3.5mm audio jack
Microphone No (external required)
3.5mm Audio Jack Yes
Camera 2× inside-out tracking cameras
Connectivity
Connectivity HDMI 2.0, USB 3.0
Ports HDMI 2.0, USB 3.0, 3.5mm audio
Wired Video Yes (HDMI)
Wireless Video No
WiFi No
Bluetooth Bluetooth (for controllers, from PC)
Power USB powered
Battery Capacity N/A
Battery Life N/A (tethered)
Charge Time N/A
Device
Dimensions Not specified
Weight 590g
Material Plastic
Headstrap Adjustable halo-style head strap
Haptics Controller haptics
Color White
Sensors 2× tracking cameras, gyroscope, accelerometer, magnetometer
Input Windows Mixed Reality controllers
Compliance FCC, CE

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The Dell Visor is a PC VR head-mounted display developed by Dell as part of Microsoft's Windows Mixed Reality platform, announced in August 2017 and released in October 2017 at a price of $349 for the headset alone or $449 bundled with motion controllers. Distinguished by its distinctive white color scheme and halo-style headband design, the Dell Visor offered 1440 × 1440 per eye resolution using dual Sharp LCD panels, a 110° field of view, and the standard WMR inside-out tracking system requiring no external sensors. As one of the five launch partners for Windows Mixed Reality alongside Acer, HP, Lenovo, and Samsung, the Dell Visor represented Dell's entry into consumer VR, targeting both home users and enterprise customers with its comfortable design, plug-and-play setup, and compatibility with both the Windows Mixed Reality platform and SteamVR content.

History and Development

Windows Mixed Reality Launch

Microsoft platform:

  • October 2017 consumer release
  • Five OEM launch partners
  • Inside-out tracking standard
  • Simplified PC VR

Dell Partnership

OEM contribution:

  • Major PC manufacturer
  • Enterprise relationships
  • Quality manufacturing
  • Global distribution

IFA 2017 Announcement

August reveal:

  • Product specifications
  • Unique design
  • October availability
  • Competitive pricing

Consumer Launch

October 2017:

  • $349/$449 pricing
  • Retail availability
  • Bundle options
  • Multiple regions

Design Philosophy

Distinctive Aesthetic

Visual differentiation:

  • White color scheme
  • Unique among WMR
  • Premium appearance
  • Dell design language

Halo Headband

Comfort focus:

  • Halo-style strap
  • Weight distribution
  • Extended wear comfort
  • No top strap

Accessible PC VR

Market positioning:

  • No external sensors
  • Simple setup
  • Consumer friendly
  • Enterprise ready

Display Technology

Sharp LCD Panels

Quality displays:

  • Resolution: 1440 × 1440 per eye
  • Total: 2880 × 1440
  • Manufacturer: Sharp
  • PPI: 706

Refresh Rate

Smooth operation:

  • 90Hz standard
  • Good motion clarity
  • VR comfort
  • Standard specification

Visual Quality

Good imagery:

  • Higher res than Rift/Vive (2016)
  • Decent clarity
  • Some screen door
  • Competitive quality

Field of View

110° FOV

Good specification:

  • Competitive with premium
  • Good immersion
  • Standard consumer range
  • Adequate peripheral

Optical System

Fresnel Lenses

Standard optics:

  • Good sweet spot
  • Some god rays
  • Compact design
  • Standard quality

Fixed IPD

Limitation:

  • ~63mm fixed center
  • Software adjustment available
  • May limit some users
  • Common WMR constraint

Tracking System

Inside-Out Tracking

Two-camera system:

  • Dual front cameras
  • No external sensors
  • 6DoF head tracking
  • Simple setup

Sensor Array

Motion detection:

  • Gyroscope
  • Accelerometer
  • Magnetometer
  • Precise orientation

Room-Scale Support

Play space:

  • Room-scale capable
  • Boundary system
  • Walk-around VR
  • Standard WMR

Controllers

Windows Mixed Reality Controllers

Input option:

  • Sold separately or bundled
  • 6DoF tracked
  • LED rings
  • Bluetooth connection

Controller Features

Input capabilities:

  • Clickable touchpad
  • Thumbstick
  • Trigger button
  • Grip button
  • Menu buttons

Audio

3.5mm Audio Jack

External audio:

  • No built-in speakers
  • Headphones required
  • Standard port
  • User choice

No Built-In Microphone

External needed:

  • Headset with mic
  • USB microphone option
  • Communication setup
  • Additional equipment

Physical Design

Halo Headband

Comfort system:

  • Circular halo design
  • Forehead rest
  • Weight distribution
  • No top pressure

Weight

Substantial:

  • 590g
  • Heavier than some WMR
  • Well distributed
  • Halo helps balance

White Design

Distinctive appearance:

  • White exterior
  • Unique among WMR
  • Premium look
  • Dell styling

Flip-Up Capability

Convenience:

  • Visor can tilt up
  • Quick transitions
  • Practical feature
  • Standard WMR

PC Requirements

Minimum Spec

Basic requirements:

  • Windows 10 FCU
  • Intel Core i3-6100 or AMD FX4350
  • NVIDIA GTX 960 / AMD RX 470
  • 8GB RAM

Recommended

Better experience:

  • Intel Core i5+
  • GTX 1060 or better
  • 16GB RAM
  • SSD storage

Connections

Required ports:

  • HDMI 2.0
  • USB 3.0
  • Bluetooth 4.0 (for controllers)
  • Standard ports

Software Platform

Windows Mixed Reality

Built-in platform:

  • Cliff House environment
  • Windows integration
  • App launcher
  • Settings management

SteamVR Support

Game library:

  • Full SteamVR access
  • VR game library
  • Community content
  • Wide compatibility

Use Cases

General VR Gaming

Primary use:

  • SteamVR games
  • WMR content
  • Wide library
  • Good experience

Enterprise VR

Business applications:

  • Dell enterprise support
  • Training applications
  • Visualization
  • Business deployment

Entertainment

Media viewing:

  • Virtual cinema
  • 360° video
  • Experiences
  • Entertainment apps

Comparison with WMR Headsets

Feature Dell Visor Lenovo Explorer Samsung Odyssey
Price $349 $349 $499
Resolution/eye 1440×1440 1440×1440 1440×1600
Display Sharp LCD LCD AMOLED
FOV 110° 110° 110°
Weight 590g 380g 645g
Design Halo/White Grey Black
Audio Jack only Jack only Built-in AKG

Strengths and Limitations

Strengths

  • Distinctive white design
  • Halo headband comfort
  • 110° FOV
  • No external sensors
  • Dell enterprise support
  • Good value

Limitations

  • Fixed IPD
  • Only 2 tracking cameras
  • No built-in audio
  • Heavier than competitors
  • Limited controller tracking
  • Discontinued

Technical Specifications Summary

Specification Details
Display Dual Sharp LCD, 1440 × 1440 per eye
Total Resolution 2880 × 1440
Refresh Rate 90Hz
FOV 110°
Tracking Inside-out (2 cameras)
IPD Fixed (~63mm)
Audio 3.5mm jack only
Headband Halo-style
Weight 590g
Price $349 (headset) / $449 (bundle)

See Also

References

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