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{{Device Infobox
{{Device Infobox
|image =
|image =  
|VR/AR = [[Virtual Reality]]
|VR/AR = [[Virtual Reality]], [[Mixed Reality]]
|Type = [[Head-mounted display]]
|Type = [[Head-mounted display]]
|Subtype = [[Standalone VR]]
|Subtype = [[Standalone VR]]
|Release Date = 2024
|Platform = [[PICO OS]]
|Price =  
|Developer = [[ByteDance]]
|Display = 2 x LCD binocular
|Manufacturer = [[PICO]]
|Resolution = 2160x2160 per-eye
|Announcement Date = August 2024
|Refresh Rate = 90 Hz
|Release Date = September 2024
|Field of View = 104° horizontal, 103° vertical
|Price = €599 / £529
|Horizontal FoV = 104°
|Website = https://www.picoxr.com/global/products/pico4-ultra
|Vertical FoV = 103°
|OS = PICO OS (Android-based)
|Diagonal FoV =  
|Chipset = [[Qualcomm Snapdragon XR2 Gen 2]]
|IPD Range = 58-72 mm hardware adjustable (manual)
|Storage = 256 GB
|Memory = 12 GB LPDDR5
|Display = 2× LCD
|Resolution = 2160×2160 per eye (4320×2160 combined)
|Refresh Rate = 72 Hz, 90 Hz
|Field of View = 105°
|Horizontal FoV = 105°
|PPD = ~20 PPD
|IPD Range = 58-72mm
|Ocularity = Binocular
|Ocularity = Binocular
|Optics = Pancake lenses
|Tracking = Inside-out 6DoF (4 cameras)
|Eye Tracking = Yes
|Hand Tracking = Yes
|Face Tracking = Yes
|Passthrough = Color (2× 32MP cameras + depth sensor)
|Passthrough Resolution = 8MP equivalent, 22.5 PPD center
|Audio = Built-in speakers, 3.5mm jack
|Microphone = Dual microphones
|Connectivity = Wi-Fi 7, Bluetooth 5.2, USB-C
|Battery = 5700 mAh
|Battery Life = 2-4 hours
|Charging = 45W fast charging
|Weight = 580g
|Color = Black/White
}}
}}


'''Pico 4 Ultra''' is a [[virtual reality]] [[head-mounted display]] released in 2024.
The '''PICO 4 Ultra''' is a standalone [[virtual reality]] and [[mixed reality]] [[head-mounted display]] developed by [[PICO]] (a subsidiary of [[ByteDance]]), released in September 2024. It is positioned as a direct competitor to the [[Meta Quest 3]], featuring the [[Qualcomm Snapdragon XR2 Gen 2]] processor, high-resolution color passthrough cameras, and a comprehensive mixed reality feature set. The headset is available in Europe and Asia but not in the United States.
 
== History and Development ==
 
The PICO 4 Ultra is an upgraded version of the [[PICO 4]], representing PICO's first all-in-one VR and mixed reality headset with advanced passthrough capabilities. PICO, owned by Chinese tech giant ByteDance, positioned the Ultra as a premium offering designed to compete directly with Meta's Quest 3.<ref name="pico">{{cite web |url=https://www.picoxr.com/global/about/newsroom/pico-4-ultra-mixed-reality-headset |title=PICO launches its first all-in-one VR & Mixed Reality headset |publisher=PICO |access-date=2025-01-07}}</ref>
 
An enterprise variant, the [[Pico 4 Ultra Enterprise]], is also available with additional features for business applications.
 
== Design and Hardware ==
 
=== Display and Optics ===
 
The PICO 4 Ultra features dual LCD panels with 2160×2160 resolution per eye (4320×2160 combined), delivering approximately 20 pixels per degree. Compared to the previous PICO 4 model, the Ultra offers:
 
* 25% increase in screen brightness
* 62% increase in resolution rendering
* Color correction improvements
* Pancake lens design for a compact form factor<ref name="techradar">{{cite web |url=https://www.techradar.com/computing/virtual-reality-augmented-reality/pico-4-ultra-review |title=Pico 4 Ultra review: powerful, but second fiddle to the Meta Quest 3 VR headset |publisher=TechRadar |access-date=2025-01-07}}</ref>
 
The field of view is 105 degrees, and the refresh rate supports 72 Hz and 90 Hz modes. IPD adjustment ranges from 58mm to 72mm.
 
=== Processing and Memory ===
 
The headset is powered by the [[Qualcomm Snapdragon XR2 Gen 2]] processor with 12 GB of LPDDR5 RAM—4 GB more than the Meta Quest 3's 8 GB. This additional memory provides better futureproofing for larger game levels and more complex applications.<ref name="gamesradar">{{cite web |url=https://www.gamesradar.com/hardware/vr/pico-4-ultra-review/ |title=Pico 4 Ultra review: "The Quest 3 competitor the industry needs" |publisher=GamesRadar+ |access-date=2025-01-07}}</ref>
 
Internal storage is 256 GB.
 
=== Mixed Reality Cameras ===
 
For mixed reality, the PICO 4 Ultra features:
 
* Dual 32MP color cameras (up from 16MP on base PICO 4)
* Dedicated depth sensor (not present on base model)
* 8MP equivalent passthrough quality
* 22.5 PPD in center of passthrough image
* Low distortion passthrough
* MR frame alignment up to 72 Hz
 
This camera system enables high-quality color seethrough that's "incredibly smooth and natural."<ref name="pcgamer">{{cite web |url=https://www.pcgamer.com/hardware/vr-hardware/pico-4-ultra-review/ |title=Pico 4 Ultra review |publisher=PC Gamer |access-date=2025-01-07}}</ref>
 
=== Controllers ===
 
The PICO 4 Ultra includes redesigned controllers with an innovative ring-free design that is 50% shorter in height compared to the previous generation. The ergonomic improvements offer a more comfortable grip during extended use.
 
=== Battery and Charging ===
 
The 5700 mAh battery provides 2-4 hours of use depending on activity type. The headset supports 45W fast charging for quick turnaround between sessions.
 
=== Connectivity ===
 
* Wi-Fi 7 for fast wireless streaming and downloads
* Bluetooth 5.2 for accessories
* USB-C for wired PC VR and charging
 
== Software and Features ==
 
=== Mixed Reality Interface ===
 
PICO has overhauled the user interface to maximize the mixed reality experience:
 
* Shortcut on main menu to toggle between MR and VR modes
* Freeform window placement—drag and drop windows around the environment
* More flexible than Meta's carousel layout approach
 
=== Tracking ===
 
The PICO 4 Ultra supports:
* 6DoF inside-out tracking (no base stations required)
* Hand tracking
* Eye tracking
* Face tracking


== Specifications ==
== Specifications ==
* '''Display:''' 2 x LCD binocular
 
* '''Resolution:''' 2160x2160 per-eye
{| class="wikitable"
* '''Refresh Rate:''' 90 Hz
|-
* '''Field of View:''' 104° horizontal, 103° vertical
! Component !! Specification
* '''IPD Range:''' 58-72 mm hardware adjustable (manual)
|-
| Processor || Snapdragon XR2 Gen 2
|-
| RAM || 12 GB LPDDR5
|-
| Storage || 256 GB
|-
| Display || 2160×2160 per eye LCD
|-
| Refresh Rate || 72 Hz, 90 Hz
|-
| Field of View || 105°
|-
| IPD Range || 58-72mm
|-
| Passthrough || Color (2× 32MP + depth)
|-
| Battery || 5700 mAh
|-
| Weight || 580g
|-
| Connectivity || Wi-Fi 7, Bluetooth 5.2
|}
 
== Reception ==
 
The PICO 4 Ultra has received positive reviews, with critics noting it as a strong [[Meta Quest 3]] competitor:
 
'''Praise:'''
* Better specs than Quest 3 (more RAM, Wi-Fi 7)
* High-quality mixed reality passthrough
* Comfortable redesigned controllers
* Large 256GB storage
* Strong battery life with fast charging
 
'''Criticism:'''
* Not available in the United States
* Smaller software library compared to Meta Quest
* Meta Quest 3 price cuts reduced value proposition
* Some exclusives not available on PICO platform
 
"It's a shame the Pico 4 Ultra isn't available in the US, because it's the Quest 3 competitor the industry needs" - GamesRadar+<ref name="gamesradar"/>
 
== Availability ==
 
The PICO 4 Ultra is available in:
* Europe (€599)
* United Kingdom (£529)
* Asia Pacific markets
 
The headset is '''not available''' in the United States due to regulatory and market considerations.


== See Also ==
== See Also ==
* [[Virtual Reality]]
* [[Pico 4 Ultra Enterprise]]
* [[Head-mounted display]]
* [[PICO 4]]
* [[VR Headset]]
* [[PICO 4 Pro]]
* [[Meta Quest 3]]
* [[Meta Quest 3S]]
 
== References ==
{{reflist}}


[[Category:VR Headsets]]
[[Category:Devices]]
[[Category:Head-mounted displays]]
[[Category:Virtual Reality Devices]]
[[Category:Mixed Reality Devices]]
[[Category:Standalone VR Headsets]]
[[Category:PICO]]
[[Category:2024 in technology]]

Revision as of 14:26, 7 January 2026

Pico 4 Ultra
Basic Info
VR/AR Virtual Reality, Mixed Reality
Type Head-mounted display
Subtype Standalone VR
Platform PICO OS
Developer ByteDance
Manufacturer PICO
Announcement Date August 2024
Release Date September 2024
Price €599 / £529
Website https://www.picoxr.com/global/products/pico4-ultra
System
Chipset Qualcomm Snapdragon XR2 Gen 2
Storage
Storage 256 GB
Memory 12 GB LPDDR5
Display
Display 2× LCD
Resolution 2160×2160 per eye (4320×2160 combined)
Refresh Rate 72 Hz, 90 Hz
Image
Field of View 105°
Horizontal FoV 105°
Optics
Optics Pancake lenses
Ocularity Binocular
IPD Range 58-72mm
Passthrough Color (2× 32MP cameras + depth sensor)
Tracking
Tracking Inside-out 6DoF (4 cameras)
Eye Tracking Yes
Face Tracking Yes
Hand Tracking Yes
Audio
Audio Built-in speakers, 3.5mm jack
Microphone Dual microphones
Connectivity
Connectivity Wi-Fi 7, Bluetooth 5.2, USB-C
Battery Life 2-4 hours
Device
Weight 580g
Color Black/White


The PICO 4 Ultra is a standalone virtual reality and mixed reality head-mounted display developed by PICO (a subsidiary of ByteDance), released in September 2024. It is positioned as a direct competitor to the Meta Quest 3, featuring the Qualcomm Snapdragon XR2 Gen 2 processor, high-resolution color passthrough cameras, and a comprehensive mixed reality feature set. The headset is available in Europe and Asia but not in the United States.

History and Development

The PICO 4 Ultra is an upgraded version of the PICO 4, representing PICO's first all-in-one VR and mixed reality headset with advanced passthrough capabilities. PICO, owned by Chinese tech giant ByteDance, positioned the Ultra as a premium offering designed to compete directly with Meta's Quest 3.[1]

An enterprise variant, the Pico 4 Ultra Enterprise, is also available with additional features for business applications.

Design and Hardware

Display and Optics

The PICO 4 Ultra features dual LCD panels with 2160×2160 resolution per eye (4320×2160 combined), delivering approximately 20 pixels per degree. Compared to the previous PICO 4 model, the Ultra offers:

  • 25% increase in screen brightness
  • 62% increase in resolution rendering
  • Color correction improvements
  • Pancake lens design for a compact form factor[2]

The field of view is 105 degrees, and the refresh rate supports 72 Hz and 90 Hz modes. IPD adjustment ranges from 58mm to 72mm.

Processing and Memory

The headset is powered by the Qualcomm Snapdragon XR2 Gen 2 processor with 12 GB of LPDDR5 RAM—4 GB more than the Meta Quest 3's 8 GB. This additional memory provides better futureproofing for larger game levels and more complex applications.[3]

Internal storage is 256 GB.

Mixed Reality Cameras

For mixed reality, the PICO 4 Ultra features:

  • Dual 32MP color cameras (up from 16MP on base PICO 4)
  • Dedicated depth sensor (not present on base model)
  • 8MP equivalent passthrough quality
  • 22.5 PPD in center of passthrough image
  • Low distortion passthrough
  • MR frame alignment up to 72 Hz

This camera system enables high-quality color seethrough that's "incredibly smooth and natural."[4]

Controllers

The PICO 4 Ultra includes redesigned controllers with an innovative ring-free design that is 50% shorter in height compared to the previous generation. The ergonomic improvements offer a more comfortable grip during extended use.

Battery and Charging

The 5700 mAh battery provides 2-4 hours of use depending on activity type. The headset supports 45W fast charging for quick turnaround between sessions.

Connectivity

  • Wi-Fi 7 for fast wireless streaming and downloads
  • Bluetooth 5.2 for accessories
  • USB-C for wired PC VR and charging

Software and Features

Mixed Reality Interface

PICO has overhauled the user interface to maximize the mixed reality experience:

  • Shortcut on main menu to toggle between MR and VR modes
  • Freeform window placement—drag and drop windows around the environment
  • More flexible than Meta's carousel layout approach

Tracking

The PICO 4 Ultra supports:

  • 6DoF inside-out tracking (no base stations required)
  • Hand tracking
  • Eye tracking
  • Face tracking

Specifications

Component Specification
Processor Snapdragon XR2 Gen 2
RAM 12 GB LPDDR5
Storage 256 GB
Display 2160×2160 per eye LCD
Refresh Rate 72 Hz, 90 Hz
Field of View 105°
IPD Range 58-72mm
Passthrough Color (2× 32MP + depth)
Battery 5700 mAh
Weight 580g
Connectivity Wi-Fi 7, Bluetooth 5.2

Reception

The PICO 4 Ultra has received positive reviews, with critics noting it as a strong Meta Quest 3 competitor:

Praise:

  • Better specs than Quest 3 (more RAM, Wi-Fi 7)
  • High-quality mixed reality passthrough
  • Comfortable redesigned controllers
  • Large 256GB storage
  • Strong battery life with fast charging

Criticism:

  • Not available in the United States
  • Smaller software library compared to Meta Quest
  • Meta Quest 3 price cuts reduced value proposition
  • Some exclusives not available on PICO platform

"It's a shame the Pico 4 Ultra isn't available in the US, because it's the Quest 3 competitor the industry needs" - GamesRadar+[3]

Availability

The PICO 4 Ultra is available in:

  • Europe (€599)
  • United Kingdom (£529)
  • Asia Pacific markets

The headset is not available in the United States due to regulatory and market considerations.

See Also

References

  1. ↑ "PICO launches its first all-in-one VR & Mixed Reality headset". PICO. https://www.picoxr.com/global/about/newsroom/pico-4-ultra-mixed-reality-headset.
  2. ↑ "Pico 4 Ultra review: powerful, but second fiddle to the Meta Quest 3 VR headset". TechRadar. https://www.techradar.com/computing/virtual-reality-augmented-reality/pico-4-ultra-review.
  3. ↑ 3.0 3.1 "Pico 4 Ultra review: "The Quest 3 competitor the industry needs"". GamesRadar+. https://www.gamesradar.com/hardware/vr/pico-4-ultra-review/.
  4. ↑ "Pico 4 Ultra review". PC Gamer. https://www.pcgamer.com/hardware/vr-hardware/pico-4-ultra-review/.
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