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{{Device Infobox
{{Device Infobox
|name = Pico G2 4K
|image =
|image =
|VR/AR = [[Virtual Reality]]
|VR/AR = [[Virtual Reality]]
|Type = [[Head-mounted display]]
|Type = [[Head-mounted display]]
|Subtype = [[Standalone VR]]
|Subtype = [[Standalone VR]]
|Platform = [[Pico OS]]
|Creator = [[Pico Interactive]]
|Developer = [[Pico Interactive]]
|Manufacturer = [[Pico Interactive]]
|Announcement Date = January 2019 (CES)
|Release Date = 2019
|Release Date = 2019
|Price = $399
|Price = $299
|Display = Single LCD binocular
|Website = https://www.picoxr.com/
|Resolution = 1920x2160 per-eye
|Versions = Pico G2 4K
|Refresh Rate = 75 Hz
|Requires = None (standalone)
|Field of View = 101° diagonal
|Predecessor = [[Pico G2]]
|Horizontal FoV =  
|Successor = [[Pico Neo 2]]
|Vertical FoV =  
|Operating System = [[Pico OS]] (Android-based)
|Diagonal FoV = 101°
|Chipset = [[Qualcomm Snapdragon 835]]
|IPD Range = 54-71 mm
|CPU = Qualcomm Snapdragon 835 (octa-core)
|GPU = Adreno 540
|HPU =
|Storage = 32GB
|Memory = 4GB RAM
|SD Card Slot = Yes (microSD)
|Display = LCD
|Subpixel Layout = RGB stripe
|Peak Brightness = Not specified
|Resolution = 1920 × 2160 per eye (3840 × 2160 combined, 4K)
|Pixel Density = 818 PPI
|Refresh Rate = 75Hz
|Persistence = Low persistence
|Field of View = 101°
|Horizontal FoV = ~101°
|Vertical FoV = ~101°
|Average Pixel Density = ~15 PPD
|Peak Pixel Density = ~15 PPD
|Foveated Rendering = No
|Optics = Fresnel lenses
|Ocularity = Binocular
|Ocularity = Binocular
|IPD Range = Software adjustable
|Adjustable Diopter = No (glasses compatible)
|Passthrough = No
|Tracking = 3DoF (IMU)
|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 = No
|Update Rate = 75Hz
|Tracking Volume = N/A (3DoF)
|Play Space = Seated/Standing
|Latency = <20ms motion-to-photon
|Audio = Integrated speakers
|Microphone = Yes
|3.5mm Audio Jack = Yes
|Camera = No
|Connectivity = Wi-Fi 802.11ac, Bluetooth 4.2
|Ports = USB-C, microSD, 3.5mm audio
|Wired Video = No
|Wireless Video = Yes (streaming capable)
|WiFi = Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac)
|Bluetooth = Bluetooth 4.2
|Power = External battery (headstrap integrated)
|Battery Capacity = 3500mAh
|Battery Life = 2-2.5 hours
|Charge Time = ~2.5 hours
|Dimensions = 178mm × 106mm × 100mm
|Weight = 278g (headset only)
|Material = Plastic
|Headstrap = Halo-style with integrated battery
|Haptics = Controller haptics
|Color = Black
|Sensors = IMU, proximity sensor
|Input = 3DoF controller (1 included)
|Compliance = FCC, CE
}}
}}


'''Pico G2 4K''' is a [[virtual reality]] [[head-mounted display]] released in 2019.
The '''Pico G2 4K''' is a standalone [[virtual reality]] [[head-mounted display]] developed by [[Pico Interactive]], announced at CES in January 2019 and released in 2019 at a price of $299. As the world's first all-in-one VR headset with a 4K display, the Pico G2 4K featured an impressive 3840 × 2160 total resolution (1920 × 2160 per eye) with 818 PPI and RGB stripe subpixels, delivering exceptional clarity for media consumption, enterprise applications, and educational content. Despite being limited to 3DoF tracking (rotation only, no positional tracking), the G2 4K excelled in its primary use cases of video viewing, virtual tours, and stationary VR experiences where its 4K resolution provided a significant advantage over 2K competitors. At just 278 grams with the innovative rear-mounted battery design for improved weight distribution, the Pico G2 4K demonstrated that high-resolution standalone VR could be both affordable and comfortable.


== Specifications ==
== History and Development ==
* '''Display:''' Single LCD binocular
 
* '''Resolution:''' 1920x2160 per-eye
=== Pico Background ===
* '''Refresh Rate:''' 75 Hz
Company evolution:
* '''Field of View:''' 101° diagonal
* Founded 2015 in China
* '''IPD Range:''' 54-71 mm
* Standalone VR focus
* '''Price:''' $399
* ByteDance acquisition (2021)
* Growing market presence
 
=== Pico G2 Foundation ===
Previous generation:
* 2018 release
* 3K resolution
* Established platform
* Market validation
 
=== CES 2019 Announcement ===
4K milestone:
* First 4K all-in-one VR
* Resolution leadership
* Industry first
* Consumer pricing
 
=== 2019 Launch ===
Commercial release:
* $299 price point
* Global availability
* Enterprise and consumer
* Strong value proposition
 
== Design Philosophy ==
 
=== 4K Resolution Focus ===
Visual clarity priority:
* Highest resolution standalone
* RGB stripe clarity
* Media consumption
* Enterprise documentation
 
=== 3DoF Simplicity ===
Stationary experiences:
* Seated/standing VR
* No positional tracking
* Simple setup
* Lower complexity
 
=== Lightweight Design ===
Comfort priority:
* 278g headset
* Rear battery
* Weight distribution
* Extended wear
 
=== Affordable Quality ===
Value proposition:
* $299 price
* 4K resolution
* Quality build
* Accessible VR
 
== Display Technology ==
 
=== 4K LCD Display ===
Resolution leadership:
* '''Total Resolution''': 3840 × 2160
* '''Per Eye''': 1920 × 2160
* '''PPI''': 818
* '''Type''': LCD
 
=== RGB Stripe Subpixels ===
Clarity advantage:
* Full RGB per pixel
* Sharp text
* Clear images
* Reduced screen door
 
=== Visual Quality ===
4K benefits:
* Near-invisible pixels
* Document legibility
* Video quality
* Professional clarity
 
=== 75Hz Refresh Rate ===
Standard timing:
* Adequate for VR
* 3DoF sufficient
* Comfortable viewing
* Standard for era
 
== Field of View ==
 
=== 101° FOV ===
Good coverage:
* Wide viewing angle
* Good immersion
* Competitive specification
* Comfortable viewing
 
== Optical System ==
 
=== Fresnel Lenses ===
Standard optics:
* Good clarity
* Wide sweet spot
* Some god rays
* Standard quality
 
=== Software IPD ===
Digital adjustment:
* No physical IPD
* Software correction
* Wide accommodation
* Simple design
 
== Processing Power ==
 
=== Snapdragon 835 ===
Capable mobile VR:
* '''CPU''': Octa-core
* '''GPU''': Adreno 540
* '''RAM''': 4GB
* '''Storage''': 32GB (expandable)
 
=== Performance ===
Standalone capable:
* 4K video playback
* VR applications
* 3D content
* Enterprise apps
 
=== Expandable Storage ===
microSD support:
* Local content
* Video library
* Enterprise content
* Flexible storage
 
== Tracking System ==
 
=== 3DoF IMU Tracking ===
Rotation only:
* Head rotation tracking
* No positional tracking
* Seated experiences
* Simple operation
 
=== 3DoF Limitations ===
Use case constraints:
* No room-scale
* No walking around
* Stationary content
* Limited interaction
 
=== 3DoF Controller ===
Matching input:
* Rotational tracking
* Pointer-based
* Basic gestures
* Included controller
 
== Controller ==
 
=== Single 3DoF Controller ===
Basic input:
* Included controller
* Rotational tracking
* Touchpad
* Trigger and buttons
 
=== Input Capabilities ===
Interaction options:
* Pointer selection
* Basic gestures
* Menu navigation
* Media control
 
== Audio System ==
 
=== Integrated Speakers ===
Built-in audio:
* Convenient
* Spatial capable
* No headphones needed
* Good quality
 
=== 3.5mm Jack ===
Headphone option:
* Private listening
* Better quality option
* User preference
* Standard port
 
== Battery ==
 
=== Rear-Mounted Battery ===
Innovative design:
* '''Capacity''': 3500mAh
* '''Life''': 2-2.5 hours
* Integrated in headstrap
* Counter-balance weight
 
=== Weight Distribution ===
Comfort benefit:
* Battery in rear
* Front weight reduced
* Balance improved
* Extended wear
 
== Physical Design ==
 
=== Ultra-Lightweight ===
Exceptional comfort:
* '''Weight''': 278g (headset only)
* Lightest in class
* All-day wearable
* Minimal fatigue
 
=== Halo Headstrap ===
Comfort system:
* Adjustable fit
* Rear battery housing
* Weight distribution
* Extended sessions
 
=== Build Quality ===
Consumer grade:
* Quality plastics
* Durable design
* Good finish
* Reliable
 
== Software ==
 
=== Pico OS ===
Android-based:
* Custom interface
* App store
* Regular updates
* Enterprise tools
 
=== Pico Store ===
Content ecosystem:
* VR applications
* 360° video
* Games
* Enterprise apps
 
=== Enterprise Features ===
Professional tools:
* Kiosk mode
* Device management
* Content deployment
* Enterprise support
 
== Use Cases ==
 
=== Video Viewing ===
Primary application:
* 4K video playback
* 360° content
* Virtual cinema
* Media consumption
 
=== Virtual Tours ===
360° experiences:
* Real estate tours
* Travel experiences
* Museum tours
* Educational content
 
=== Enterprise Training ===
Professional use:
* Orientation videos
* Training content
* Product demos
* Safety training
 
=== Education ===
Learning applications:
* Educational content
* Virtual field trips
* Science visualization
* Language learning
 
== Comparison with Oculus Go ==
 
{| class="wikitable"
|-
! Feature !! Pico G2 4K !! Oculus Go
|-
| Price || $299 || $199-$249
|-
| Resolution || 1920×2160/eye || 1280×1440/eye
|-
| Total Resolution || 3840×2160 (4K) || 2560×1440
|-
| Display || LCD (RGB stripe) || LCD
|-
| PPI || 818 || 534
|-
| Weight || 278g || 467g
|-
| Battery Location || Rear (headstrap) || Front (headset)
|-
| Tracking || 3DoF || 3DoF
|}
 
== Strengths and Limitations ==
 
=== Strengths ===
* 4K resolution (first standalone)
* 818 PPI clarity
* RGB stripe subpixels
* Ultra-lightweight (278g)
* Rear battery design
* Good value ($299)
* 101° FOV
 
=== Limitations ===
* 3DoF only (no positional tracking)
* Limited interactive experiences
* 75Hz refresh rate
* Basic controller
* Smaller app ecosystem
* No hand tracking
* Superseded by 6DoF headsets
 
== Technical Specifications Summary ==
 
{| class="wikitable"
|-
! Specification !! Details
|-
| Display || LCD, 1920 × 2160 per eye
|-
| Total Resolution || 3840 × 2160 (4K)
|-
| PPI || 818
|-
| Refresh Rate || 75Hz
|-
| FOV || 101°
|-
| Processor || Snapdragon 835
|-
| Memory || 4GB RAM, 32GB storage
|-
| Tracking || 3DoF (IMU)
|-
| Battery || 3500mAh (2-2.5 hours)
|-
| Weight || 278g
|-
| Price || $299
|}


== See Also ==
== See Also ==
* [[Virtual Reality]]
* [[Pico Interactive]]
* [[Head-mounted display]]
* [[Pico G2]]
* [[VR Headset]]
* [[Pico Neo 2]]
* [[PICO 4]]
* [[Standalone VR]]
* [[4K VR]]
 
== References ==
{{Reflist}}


[[Category:Devices]]
[[Category:VR Headsets]]
[[Category:VR Headsets]]
[[Category:Head-mounted displays]]
[[Category:Head-mounted displays]]
[[Category:Standalone VR]]
[[Category:Pico]]
[[Category:Snapdragon 835]]
[[Category:4K VR]]
[[Category:2010s VR]]
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