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{{Device Infobox
{{Device Infobox
|image =
|image =
|VR/AR = [[Mixed Reality]]
|VR/AR = [[Virtual Reality]], [[Mixed Reality]]
|Type = [[Head-Mounted Display]]
|Type = [[Head-mounted display]]
|Subtype = [[Standalone MR]]
|Subtype = Standalone VR/MR
|Platform = [[PICO OS]]
|Platform = [[Android]]
|Developer = [[PICO]] ([[ByteDance]])
|Creator = [[Pico Interactive]] (ByteDance)
|Manufacturer = [[PICO]]
|Announced = September 2024
|Release Date = September 2, 2024
|Release = September 2, 2024
|Announcement Date = August 2024
|Price = €549
|Price = €599 / £529
|Website = https://www.picoxr.com
|Website = https://www.picoxr.com/
|OS = Android
|Predecessor = [[Pico 4]]
|CPU = [[Qualcomm Snapdragon XR2 Gen 2]]
|Chipset = Qualcomm Snapdragon XR2 Gen 2
|GPU = Adreno 740
|Display = LCD (dual)
|Storage = 256 GB
|Resolution = 2160x2160 per eye
|RAM = 12 GB
|Refresh Rate = 90 Hz
|Display = 2 x 2.56" LCD
|Field of View = 105°
|Resolution = 4320 x 2160 (2160 x 2160 per eye)
|Ocularity = Binocular
|Refresh = 90 Hz
|Passthrough = Full-color (32MP dual cameras)
|Brightness = 25% brighter than Pico 4
|Depth Sensing = iToF camera
|FOV = 105°
|Hand Tracking = Supported
|PPD =
|Lenses = Pancake
|IPD = Adjustable
|Eye Tracking =
|Hand Tracking = Yes
|Tracking = 6DoF (inside-out, 4 cameras)
|Spatial Mapping = iTOF depth sensor
|Speakers = Integrated spatial
|Microphone = Yes
|Audio Jack = 3.5mm
|Connectivity = Wi-Fi 7, Bluetooth
|Ports = USB-C
|Battery = 5700 mAh (45W fast charge)
|Battery = 5700 mAh (45W fast charge)
|Weight = 580g total
|Weight = 580g (304g front + 276g rear)
|Storage = 256GB
|Materials =
|RAM = 12GB
|Colors = White
|Sensors = 2x 32MP passthrough cameras, iTOF depth, 4 tracking cameras
|Input = Ringless controllers
}}
}}


The '''Pico 4 Ultra''' is a standalone [[mixed reality]] [[head-mounted display]] developed by [[PICO]] (owned by [[ByteDance]]), released September 2, 2024 at €599. PICO's first all-in-one VR and MR headset featuring Snapdragon XR2 Gen 2 processor, dual 32MP color passthrough cameras with iToF depth sensing, Wi-Fi 7 support, spatial video capture, iPhone/Vision Pro spatial video compatibility, 5700mAh battery with 45W fast charging, and 256GB storage with 12GB RAM.
The '''Pico 4 Ultra''' is a standalone [[mixed reality]] [[head-mounted display]] developed by [[Pico Interactive]], a subsidiary of [[ByteDance]]. Released on September 2, 2024 in Europe at €549, the Pico 4 Ultra features the Qualcomm Snapdragon XR2 Gen 2 processor (same as Meta Quest 3) with 12 GB RAM, dual 32-megapixel color passthrough cameras, and Wi-Fi 7 connectivity—making it the first VR headset to support this wireless standard. The device offers 2160 x 2160 per eye resolution, 105-degree field of view, and can capture and playback spatial videos compatible with Apple devices.<ref name="pico">{{cite web|url=https://www.picoxr.com/global/products/pico4-ultra|title=PICO 4 Ultra|publisher=Pico}}</ref>


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


ByteDance released the Pico 4 Ultra on September 2, 2024 as PICO's first dedicated MR headset. Competing directly with Meta Quest 3, the Ultra introduced significant upgrades including Snapdragon XR2 Gen 2 (20% faster), 32MP passthrough cameras, iToF depth sensing for spatial understanding, and Wi-Fi 7 connectivity. The headset emphasizes mixed reality alongside VR, with Apple spatial video compatibility highlighting cross-ecosystem features.<ref name="pico">{{cite web |url=https://www.picoxr.com/global/products/pico4-ultra |title=PICO 4 Ultra |publisher=PICO |access-date=2025-01-07}}</ref>
=== September 2024 Release ===
ByteDance released the Pico 4 Ultra on September 2, 2024.


== Design and Hardware ==
=== Quest 3 Competitor ===
Positioned as a direct competitor to Meta Quest 3 with similar processor and superior RAM.


=== Display ===
=== First Wi-Fi 7 VR Headset ===
First headset to support the new Wi-Fi 7 standard.


LCD pancake:
== Design and Hardware ==
 
* '''2160x2160 per eye''' resolution
* '''Dual 2.56-inch''' displays
* '''90 Hz''' refresh rate
* '''105° field of view'''
* Pancake lenses
 
=== Processing ===
 
* '''Qualcomm Snapdragon XR2 Gen 2'''
* 20% CPU improvement vs XR2 Gen 1
* '''12GB RAM'''
* '''256GB storage'''


=== Passthrough ===
=== Display System ===
* '''Panel Size:''' 2 x 2.56 inches
* '''Resolution:''' 2160 x 2160 per eye (4320 x 2160 total)
* '''Refresh Rate:''' Up to 90 Hz
* '''Field of View:''' 105 degrees
* '''Brightness:''' 25% brighter than Pico 4
* '''Rendering:''' 62% resolution increase


High-quality MR:
=== Processor ===
* '''SoC:''' Qualcomm Snapdragon XR2 Gen 2
* '''RAM:''' 12 GB (vs Quest 3's 8 GB)
* '''Storage:''' 256 GB


* '''Dual 32MP''' color cameras
=== Weight Distribution ===
* '''iToF depth-sensing''' camera
* '''Front:''' 304g (including foam pad)
* '''8MP equivalent''' center clarity
* '''Rear:''' 276g (straps, battery, cushion)
* '''22.5 PPD''' center resolution
* Low distortion
* Full-color passthrough
* 3D environment meshing


=== Mixed Reality ===
== Mixed Reality ==


* '''72 Hz MR frame alignment'''
=== Passthrough Cameras ===
* Real-time environment understanding
* '''Resolution:''' 2 x 32 megapixels
* Spatial anchoring
* '''Effective:''' 8MP in passthrough mode
* Hand tracking integration
* '''Refresh:''' Up to 72 Hz


=== Connectivity ===
=== Depth Sensing ===
iTOF (indirect Time of Flight) depth sensor for spatial awareness.


* '''Wi-Fi 7''' support
=== Environment Tracking ===
* '''3.0+ Gbps''' transmission
4 dedicated tracking cameras.
* '''5ms latency''' wireless streaming
* '''AV1 codec''' for PC streaming
* Bluetooth


=== Spatial Video ===
== Spatial Video ==


* '''2048x1536 capture'''
=== Capture ===
* '''60 FPS'''
* '''Resolution:''' 2048 x 1536 pixels
* '''50 Mbps'''
* '''Frame Rate:''' 60 FPS
* Spatial audio recording
* '''Bitrate:''' 50 Mbps
* '''iPhone compatible'''
* '''Vision Pro compatible'''
* MV-HEVC hardware decoding


=== Battery ===
=== Playback ===
* Native Apple spatial video decoding
* iPhone and Vision Pro compatibility


* '''5700 mAh'''
== Connectivity ==
* '''45W fast charging'''
* Extended session support


=== Comfort ===
=== Wi-Fi 7 ===
* First VR headset with Wi-Fi 7
* '''Speed:''' Over 3.0 Gbps
* '''Latency:''' As low as 5ms (wireless streaming)


* '''580g total'''
== Controllers ==
* 304g front / 276g rear
* Balanced design


== Software ==
=== Ringless Design ===
* New compact controllers
* 50% weight reduction vs Pico 4
* No tracking rings


=== Compatibility ===
== Battery ==


* 20+ MR apps
* '''Capacity:''' 5,700 mAh
* 552+ games
* '''Fast Charging:''' 45W
* 778+ VR apps
* SteamVR streaming


== Technical Specifications ==
== Specifications ==


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! Specification !! Details
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| Display || 2160x2160 LCD x2
| Display || 2 x 2.56" LCD
|-
| Resolution || 2160 x 2160 per eye
|-
|-
| Refresh Rate || 90 Hz
| Refresh Rate || 90 Hz
|-
|-
| FOV || 105°
| Field of View || 105°
|-
|-
| Processor || Snapdragon XR2 Gen 2
| Processor || Snapdragon XR2 Gen 2
|-
|-
| RAM || 12GB
| RAM || 12 GB
|-
|-
| Storage || 256GB
| Storage || 256 GB
|-
|-
| Passthrough || 32MP dual cameras
| Passthrough || 2x 32MP cameras
|-
|-
| Depth || iToF camera
| Depth || iTOF sensor
|-
| Wi-Fi || Wi-Fi 7
|-
|-
| Battery || 5700 mAh (45W)
| Battery || 5700 mAh (45W)
|-
|-
| Weight || 580g
| Weight || 580g total
|-
|-
| Price || €599
| Price || €549
|}
|}
== Reception ==
'''Praise:'''
* Snapdragon XR2 Gen 2 powerful
* 32MP passthrough quality
* iToF depth sensing
* Wi-Fi 7 future-proof
* Spatial video capture
* Vision Pro compatibility
* 12GB RAM substantial
* 256GB storage
* €599 competitive
'''Criticism:'''
* Europe/Asia only
* No North America
* Quest 3 ecosystem larger
* MR app library smaller
* ByteDance privacy concerns
* 90Hz lower than Quest 3
* Controller design dated
* Regional limitations<ref name="auganix">{{cite web |url=https://www.auganix.org/vr-news-pico-launches-pico-4-ultra/ |title=Pico Unveils Pico 4 Ultra |publisher=Auganix |access-date=2025-01-07}}</ref>


== See Also ==
== See Also ==
* [[Pico Interactive]]
* [[ByteDance]]
* [[Pico 4]]
* [[Pico 4]]
* [[Meta Quest 3]]
* [[Meta Quest 3]]
* [[Apple Vision Pro]]
* [[Mixed reality]]
* [[Meta Quest 3S]]


== References ==
== References ==
{{reflist}}
{{Reflist}}


[[Category:Devices]]
[[Category:Devices]]
[[Category:Mixed Reality Devices]]
[[Category:VR Headsets]]
[[Category:Head-Mounted Displays]]
[[Category:Mixed reality]]
[[Category:Standalone MR]]
[[Category:Head-mounted displays]]
[[Category:PICO]]
[[Category:Standalone VR]]
[[Category:Snapdragon XR2]]
[[Category:Pico Interactive]]
[[Category:ByteDance]]
[[Category:ByteDance]]
[[Category:2024 in technology]]
[[Category:2020s VR]]

Latest revision as of 22:13, 7 January 2026

Pico 4 Ultra
Basic Info
VR/AR Virtual Reality, Mixed Reality
Type Head-mounted display
Subtype Standalone VR/MR
Platform Android
Creator Pico Interactive (ByteDance)
Price €549
Website https://www.picoxr.com
System
CPU Qualcomm Snapdragon XR2 Gen 2
GPU Adreno 740
Storage
Storage 256 GB
Display
Display 2 x 2.56" LCD
Resolution 4320 x 2160 (2160 x 2160 per eye)
Image
Optics
Tracking
Tracking 6DoF (inside-out, 4 cameras)
Hand Tracking Yes
Audio
Microphone Yes
Connectivity
Connectivity Wi-Fi 7, Bluetooth
Ports USB-C
Device
Weight 580g (304g front + 276g rear)
Sensors 2x 32MP passthrough cameras, iTOF depth, 4 tracking cameras
Input Ringless controllers

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The Pico 4 Ultra is a standalone mixed reality head-mounted display developed by Pico Interactive, a subsidiary of ByteDance. Released on September 2, 2024 in Europe at €549, the Pico 4 Ultra features the Qualcomm Snapdragon XR2 Gen 2 processor (same as Meta Quest 3) with 12 GB RAM, dual 32-megapixel color passthrough cameras, and Wi-Fi 7 connectivity—making it the first VR headset to support this wireless standard. The device offers 2160 x 2160 per eye resolution, 105-degree field of view, and can capture and playback spatial videos compatible with Apple devices.[1]

History and Development

September 2024 Release

ByteDance released the Pico 4 Ultra on September 2, 2024.

Quest 3 Competitor

Positioned as a direct competitor to Meta Quest 3 with similar processor and superior RAM.

First Wi-Fi 7 VR Headset

First headset to support the new Wi-Fi 7 standard.

Design and Hardware

Display System

  • Panel Size: 2 x 2.56 inches
  • Resolution: 2160 x 2160 per eye (4320 x 2160 total)
  • Refresh Rate: Up to 90 Hz
  • Field of View: 105 degrees
  • Brightness: 25% brighter than Pico 4
  • Rendering: 62% resolution increase

Processor

  • SoC: Qualcomm Snapdragon XR2 Gen 2
  • RAM: 12 GB (vs Quest 3's 8 GB)
  • Storage: 256 GB

Weight Distribution

  • Front: 304g (including foam pad)
  • Rear: 276g (straps, battery, cushion)

Mixed Reality

Passthrough Cameras

  • Resolution: 2 x 32 megapixels
  • Effective: 8MP in passthrough mode
  • Refresh: Up to 72 Hz

Depth Sensing

iTOF (indirect Time of Flight) depth sensor for spatial awareness.

Environment Tracking

4 dedicated tracking cameras.

Spatial Video

Capture

  • Resolution: 2048 x 1536 pixels
  • Frame Rate: 60 FPS
  • Bitrate: 50 Mbps

Playback

  • Native Apple spatial video decoding
  • iPhone and Vision Pro compatibility

Connectivity

Wi-Fi 7

  • First VR headset with Wi-Fi 7
  • Speed: Over 3.0 Gbps
  • Latency: As low as 5ms (wireless streaming)

Controllers

Ringless Design

  • New compact controllers
  • 50% weight reduction vs Pico 4
  • No tracking rings

Battery

  • Capacity: 5,700 mAh
  • Fast Charging: 45W

Specifications

Specification Details
Display 2 x 2.56" LCD
Resolution 2160 x 2160 per eye
Refresh Rate 90 Hz
Field of View 105°
Processor Snapdragon XR2 Gen 2
RAM 12 GB
Storage 256 GB
Passthrough 2x 32MP cameras
Depth iTOF sensor
Wi-Fi Wi-Fi 7
Battery 5700 mAh (45W)
Weight 580g total
Price €549

See Also

References

  1. ↑ "PICO 4 Ultra". Pico. https://www.picoxr.com/global/products/pico4-ultra.
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