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{{Device Infobox
{{Device Infobox
|name = Pimax Reality 12K QLED
|image =
|image =
|VR/AR = [[Virtual Reality]]
|VR/AR = [[Virtual Reality]]
|Type = [[Head-mounted display]]
|Type = [[Head-mounted display]]
|Subtype = [[Standalone VR]]
|Subtype = [[Standalone VR]], [[PC VR]]
|Release Date = Unreleased
|Platform = [[SteamVR]], [[PiTool]], [[Standalone]]
|Price = $2399
|Creator = [[Pimax]]
|Display = 2 x QLED binocular
|Developer = [[Pimax]]
|Resolution =  
|Manufacturer = [[Pimax]]
|Refresh Rate = 200 Hz
|Announcement Date = February 2022
|Field of View = 200° horizontal, 135° vertical, 240° diagonal
|Release Date = Unreleased (announced for Q4 2022)
|Horizontal FoV = 200°
|Price = $2,400 (announced starting price)
|Website = https://pimax.com/
|Versions = Pimax Reality 12K QLED
|Requires = High-end VR-ready PC (PC VR mode), Standalone capable
|Predecessor = [[Pimax 8K X]]
|Successor = None announced
|Operating System = Android-based (standalone), Windows (PC VR)
|Chipset = [[Qualcomm Snapdragon XR2]]
|CPU = Qualcomm Snapdragon XR2
|GPU = Adreno integrated (standalone), Host PC (PC VR)
|HPU =
|Storage = Not specified
|Memory = Not specified
|SD Card Slot = No
|Display = Dual QLED with mini-LED backlighting
|Subpixel Layout = RGB stripe
|Peak Brightness = High (mini-LED local dimming)
|Resolution = 5760 × 3240 per eye (6K, PC mode), 3840 × 2160 per eye (4K, standalone)
|Pixel Density = ~60+ PPD (estimated)
|Refresh Rate = Up to 200Hz
|Persistence = Low persistence
|Field of View = 200° horizontal (PC), 150° horizontal (standalone)
|Horizontal FoV = 200° (PC), 150° (standalone)
|Vertical FoV = 135°
|Vertical FoV = 135°
|Diagonal FoV = 240°
|Average Pixel Density = ~60+ PPD
|IPD Range = 57-72 mm hardware adjustable (automatic)
|Peak Pixel Density = ~60+ PPD
|Foveated Rendering = Yes (Tobii eye tracking)
|Optics = Custom ultra-wide lenses
|Ocularity = Binocular
|Ocularity = Binocular
|IPD Range = Adjustable
|Adjustable Diopter = No (glasses compatible)
|Passthrough = Yes (color passthrough)
|Tracking = 6DoF inside-out + SteamVR optional
|Tracking Frequency = N/A
|Base Stations = Optional (SteamVR compatible)
|Eye Tracking = Yes (Tobii)
|Face Tracking = Yes
|Hand Tracking = Yes
|Body Tracking = Yes (11 cameras)
|Rotational Tracking = Yes
|Positional Tracking = Yes
|Update Rate = Up to 200Hz
|Tracking Volume = Room-scale
|Play Space = Roomscale
|Latency = <20ms motion-to-photon
|Audio = Integrated speakers
|Microphone = Yes
|3.5mm Audio Jack = Yes
|Camera = 11 cameras (tracking, passthrough, body tracking)
|Connectivity = Wi-Fi 6E, Bluetooth, USB-C, DisplayPort
|Ports = USB-C, DisplayPort
|Wired Video = Yes (DisplayPort)
|Wireless Video = Planned (Wi-Fi 6E)
|WiFi = Wi-Fi 6E
|Bluetooth = Yes
|Power = Rear-mounted swappable battery
|Battery Capacity = 6000mAh (swappable)
|Battery Life = Not specified
|Charge Time = Not specified
|Dimensions = 30% smaller than 8K X
|Weight = Not specified (lighter than 8K X)
|Material = Plastic
|Headstrap = Modular with rear battery
|Haptics = No
|Color = Black
|Sensors = 11 cameras, eye tracking, face tracking, IMU
|Input = SteamVR controllers, hand tracking, eye tracking
|Compliance = FCC, CE (expected)
}}
}}


'''Pimax Reality 12K QLED''' is a [[virtual reality]] [[head-mounted display]] that has been announced but not yet released.
The '''Pimax Reality 12K QLED''' is an announced but currently unreleased ultra-high-resolution [[virtual reality]] [[head-mounted display]] developed by [[Pimax]], revealed in February 2022 with an announced starting price of $2,400 and originally planned for Q4 2022 release. The Reality 12K QLED represents Pimax's most ambitious headset concept to date, featuring dual 6K QLED displays with mini-LED backlighting and 4400 local dimming zones, an unprecedented 200° horizontal field of view in PC VR mode (150° standalone), up to 200Hz refresh rate, and integrated Tobii eye tracking for foveated rendering. As a hybrid standalone/PC VR headset powered by the Snapdragon XR2 processor, the Reality 12K is designed to operate independently for mobile VR or connect to a PC for maximum visual fidelity. With 11 onboard cameras enabling head, controller, hand, eye, face, and full-body tracking, the Reality 12K promises to push the boundaries of consumer VR specifications to previously unattainable levels.


== Specifications ==
== Status ==
* '''Display:''' 2 x QLED binocular


* '''Refresh Rate:''' 200 Hz
'''Note: As of the knowledge cutoff, the Pimax Reality 12K QLED has not been released. Release timelines have been delayed from the original Q4 2022 announcement. Specifications listed are based on announced features and may change before any commercial release.'''
* '''Field of View:''' 200° horizontal, 135° vertical, 240° diagonal
 
* '''IPD Range:''' 57-72 mm hardware adjustable (automatic)
== History and Development ==
* '''Price:''' $2399
 
=== Pimax Background ===
Company history:
* Founded 2015 in China
* Wide-FOV VR pioneer
* Kickstarter success (8K series)
* Enthusiast market focus
 
=== February 2022 Announcement ===
Reality series reveal:
* 12K QLED flagship announced
* Unprecedented specifications
* Hybrid standalone/PC design
* $2,400 starting price
 
=== Development Challenges ===
Complex engineering:
* Mini-LED QLED displays
* Ultra-wide optics
* Standalone processing
* Integration complexity
 
=== Release Status ===
Current situation:
* Originally Q4 2022 target
* Multiple delays
* Development ongoing
* Release date uncertain
 
== Design Philosophy ==
 
=== Maximum Specifications ===
Enthusiast ambition:
* Highest resolution announced
* Widest FOV planned
* Highest refresh rate
* Comprehensive tracking
 
=== Hybrid Standalone/PC ===
Dual operation:
* Standalone with XR2
* PC VR for maximum quality
* Flexible usage
* Best of both worlds
 
=== QLED Mini-LED ===
Display innovation:
* QLED technology
* Mini-LED backlighting
* Local dimming zones
* HDR capability
 
== Display Technology ==
 
=== Dual 6K QLED ===
Revolutionary displays:
* '''PC VR Resolution''': 5760 × 3240 per eye
* '''Standalone Resolution''': 3840 × 2160 per eye
* '''Technology''': QLED with mini-LED
* '''Local Dimming''': 4400 zones
 
=== Mini-LED Backlighting ===
HDR capability:
* 4400 local dimming elements
* High contrast ratio
* Deep blacks
* HDR content
 
=== Refresh Rate ===
Ultra-high performance:
* Up to 200Hz
* Smooth motion
* Reduced latency
* Competition gaming
 
== Field of View ==
 
=== Ultra-Wide PC VR ===
Maximum immersion:
* '''Horizontal''': 200°
* '''Vertical''': 135°
* '''Diagonal''': 240°
* Near-human vision
 
=== Standalone Mode ===
Reduced but wide:
* '''Horizontal''': 150°
* '''Vertical''': 135°
* '''Diagonal''': 200°
* Still industry-leading
 
== Eye Tracking ==
 
=== Tobii Integration ===
Professional eye tracking:
* Tobii partnership
* High accuracy
* Foveated rendering
* Performance optimization
 
=== Foveated Rendering ===
Necessary for 12K:
* Full resolution at gaze
* Reduced peripheral
* GPU efficiency
* Essential technology
 
== Tracking System ==
 
=== 11-Camera Array ===
Comprehensive tracking:
* Head tracking
* Controller tracking
* Hand tracking
* Eye tracking
* Face tracking
* Body tracking
 
=== Inside-Out + Optional External ===
Flexible tracking:
* 6DoF inside-out standard
* SteamVR base station compatible
* Best of both options
* User choice
 
=== Full-Body Tracking ===
Complete tracking:
* Camera-based body tracking
* No external trackers needed
* Social VR ready
* Full avatar support
 
== Processing ==
 
=== Snapdragon XR2 ===
Standalone power:
* Qualcomm XR2 processor
* Standalone VR capable
* Mobile apps
* Untethered operation
 
=== PC VR Mode ===
Maximum quality:
* Full 12K rendering
* 200Hz refresh
* High-end GPU required
* Desktop performance
 
== Battery ==
 
=== Rear-Mounted Swappable ===
Extended operation:
* 6000mAh capacity
* Hot-swappable design
* Weight distribution
* Extended sessions
 
== Physical Design ==
 
=== Smaller Than 8K X ===
Improved form factor:
* 30% smaller than Pimax 8K X
* Lighter weight
* Improved ergonomics
* Better balance
 
=== Modular Design ===
Pimax tradition:
* Modular accessories
* Upgrade path
* User customization
* Ecosystem compatibility
 
== Connectivity ==
 
=== Hybrid Connection ===
Multiple modes:
* DisplayPort (PC VR)
* USB-C
* Wi-Fi 6E (wireless streaming planned)
* Standalone operation
 
== Announced Specifications ==
 
{| class="wikitable"
|-
! Feature !! PC VR Mode !! Standalone Mode
|-
| Resolution || 6K per eye (5760×3240) || 4K per eye (3840×2160)
|-
| Horizontal FOV || 200° || 150°
|-
| Vertical FOV || 135° || 135°
|-
| Refresh Rate || Up to 200Hz || TBD
|-
| Tracking || Inside-out + SteamVR || Inside-out
|-
| Eye Tracking || Tobii || Tobii
|}
 
== Potential Challenges ==
 
=== GPU Requirements ===
Extreme demands:
* 12K rendering needs
* Foveated rendering essential
* Future GPU requirements
* Performance demands
 
=== Development Complexity ===
Engineering challenges:
* QLED mini-LED manufacturing
* Ultra-wide optics
* Integration complexity
* Quality assurance
 
=== Release Timeline ===
Ongoing delays:
* Original Q4 2022 target missed
* Multiple postponements
* Development challenges
* Release uncertain
 
== Strengths and Limitations (Announced) ==
 
=== Announced Strengths ===
* Unprecedented 12K resolution (6K per eye)
* Up to 200° horizontal FOV
* QLED mini-LED with local dimming
* Up to 200Hz refresh rate
* Tobii eye tracking
* 11-camera comprehensive tracking
* Hybrid standalone/PC operation
 
=== Potential Limitations ===
* Unreleased (as of knowledge cutoff)
* Extreme GPU requirements
* Likely high weight
* Complex manufacturing
* Price ($2,400+ starting)
* Delayed timeline


== See Also ==
== See Also ==
* [[Virtual Reality]]
* [[Pimax]]
* [[Head-mounted display]]
* [[Pimax 8K X]]
* [[VR Headset]]
* [[Pimax Crystal]]
* [[PC VR]]
* [[Wide FOV VR]]
* [[QLED]]
 
== References ==
{{Reflist}}


[[Category:Devices]]
[[Category:VR Headsets]]
[[Category:VR Headsets]]
[[Category:Head-mounted displays]]
[[Category:Head-mounted displays]]
[[Category:PC VR]]
[[Category:Standalone VR]]
[[Category:Pimax]]
[[Category:QLED]]
[[Category:Eye Tracking]]
[[Category:Unreleased Devices]]
[[Category:2020s VR]]
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