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|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]]
|Platform = [[PICO OS]], [[SteamVR]] (via streaming)
|Developer = [[ByteDance]]
|Developer = [[PICO]] ([[ByteDance]])
|Manufacturer = [[PICO]]
|Manufacturer = [[PICO]]
|Release Date = October 2022
|Release Date = October 18, 2022
|Price = €429 EUR (128 GB), €499 EUR (256 GB)
|Announcement Date = September 22, 2022
|Website = https://www.picoxr.com/global/products/pico4
|Price = €429 (128GB) / €499 (256GB)
|Website = https://www.picoxr.com/
|Predecessor = [[Pico Neo 3 Link]]
|Predecessor = [[Pico Neo 3 Link]]
|Successor = [[Pico 4 Ultra]]
|Successor = [[Pico 4 Ultra]]
|Chipset = [[Qualcomm Snapdragon XR2]]
|Chipset = Qualcomm Snapdragon XR2
|Memory = 8 GB LPDDR4
|Display = LCD (dual pancake)
|Storage = 128 GB, 256 GB
|Resolution = 2160x2160 per eye
|Display = 2× 2.56" Fast-LCD
|Combined Resolution = 4320x2160
|Resolution = 2160×2160 per eye
|PPI = 1200 PPI
|Refresh Rate = 72 Hz, 90 Hz
|Refresh Rate = 72/90 Hz
|Field of View = 105°
|Field of View = 105°
|PPI = 1200 PPI
|IPD Range = 62-72mm (seamless motorized)
|Ocularity = Binocular
|Ocularity = Binocular
|Optics = Pancake lenses
|Eye Tracking = No (available on Pro version)
|Tracking = Inside-out 6DoF (4 cameras)
|Hand Tracking = Supported
|Eye Tracking = No
|Passthrough = Color (low resolution)
|Hand Tracking = Yes
|IPD = Motorized (62-72mm)
|Passthrough = Color
|Audio = Dual stereo speakers
|Controllers = PICO 4 controllers
|Audio = 360° stereo speakers, 3D spatial audio
|Connectivity = Wi-Fi 6, Bluetooth 5.1, USB-C
|Battery = 5300 mAh
|Battery = 5300 mAh
|Weight = ~295g (headset), ~586g (total with strap)
|Weight = 295g (headset only)
}}
}}


The '''PICO 4''' is a standalone [[virtual reality]] [[head-mounted display]] developed by [[PICO]] (a [[ByteDance]] subsidiary), released in October 2022 as a direct competitor to the [[Meta Quest 2]]. The Pico 4 introduced pancake lens technology to the consumer standalone VR market, enabling a significantly lighter and thinner form factor with a 26% weight reduction and 39% thickness reduction compared to previous designs. Featuring dual 2160×2160 Fast-LCD displays with 105° field of view, motorized IPD adjustment, and balanced weight distribution, the Pico 4 was praised as "The Beginning Of A New Era In Consumer VR."
The '''Pico 4''' is a standalone [[virtual reality]] [[head-mounted display]] developed by [[PICO]] (owned by [[ByteDance]]), released October 18, 2022 starting at €429. A Meta Quest 2 competitor featuring dual LCD pancake displays at 2160x2160 per eye (4320x2160 combined), Qualcomm Snapdragon XR2, 105° field of view, color passthrough, motorized IPD adjustment, and 5300 mAh battery. Available in Europe and Asia only (not sold in North America).


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


PICO, acquired by ByteDance in 2021, released the Pico 4 in October 2022 targeting global markets (excluding the United States). The headset marked the first time pancake optics were available in a consumer-priced standalone VR headset, eliminating the god rays associated with Fresnel lenses while achieving a more compact form factor.<ref name="mrtv">{{cite web |url=https://mrtv.co/2022/10/pico-4-review-the-beginning-of-a-new-era-in-consumer-vr/ |title=Pico 4 Review - The Beginning Of A New Era In Consumer VR |publisher=MRTV |access-date=2025-01-07}}</ref>
PICO announced the Pico 4 on September 22, 2022, releasing October 18, 2022. Backed by ByteDance (TikTok parent company), Pico 4 positioned itself as a premium Quest 2 alternative with better specifications at competitive pricing. The pancake lens design allowed for a slimmer, lighter headset. Regional availability limited to Europe and select Asian markets (China, South Korea, Japan, Malaysia, Singapore). A Pro version with eye tracking and face tracking launched in November 2022.<ref name="pico">{{cite web |url=https://www.picoxr.com/global/products/pico4 |title=PICO 4 All-in-One VR Headset |publisher=PICO |access-date=2025-01-07}}</ref>
 
The Pico 4 was succeeded by the [[Pico 4 Ultra]] in 2024 with upgraded Snapdragon XR2 Gen 2 processor and mixed reality capabilities.<ref name="wikipedia">{{cite web |url=https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/PICO_4 |title=PICO 4 |publisher=Wikipedia |access-date=2025-01-07}}</ref>


== Design and Hardware ==
== Design and Hardware ==
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=== Display ===
=== Display ===


High-resolution Fast-LCD displays:
Pancake lens advantage:
 
* '''2160x2160 per eye''' resolution
* '''4320x2160 combined'''
* '''Dual LCD''' panels
* '''1200 PPI'''
* '''72 Hz / 90 Hz''' refresh rate
* '''105° field of view'''
* '''Pancake lenses''' (compact optics)


* Dual 2.56-inch Fast-LCD panels
=== Processing ===
* '''2160×2160 resolution per eye''' (higher than Quest 2)
* 1200 PPI pixel density
* 72 Hz and 90 Hz refresh rates
* '''105° field of view''' (wider than Quest 2)
* Excellent clarity and reduced screen door effect


=== Optics ===
* '''Qualcomm Snapdragon XR2'''
* '''8GB LPDDR4''' RAM
* '''128GB / 256GB''' storage
* Standalone + PC VR capable


Revolutionary pancake lens technology:
=== Tracking ===


* '''Pancake lenses:''' First in consumer standalone VR
* '''6DoF inside-out tracking'''
* Folded optical path
* '''4 cameras'''
* No Fresnel god rays
* '''Hand tracking''' supported
* No digital distortion correction needed
* No external sensors
* Displays positioned closer to lenses
* Lighter and thinner design


=== Form Factor ===
=== Passthrough ===


Dramatically improved ergonomics:
* '''Color passthrough'''
* 16MP RGB camera
* Low resolution/framerate
* Basic mixed reality


* ~295g headset weight (without strap)
=== IPD ===
* '''26% lighter''' than Fresnel designs
* '''39% thinner''' profile
* Balanced weight distribution (battery in rear)
* Center of gravity fits snugly against face
* Cushioned rear support
* "Superbly comfortable fit"


=== Processing ===
* '''Motorized IPD adjustment'''
* '''62-72mm range'''
* Automatic calibration
* UI-controlled


* [[Qualcomm Snapdragon XR2]] processor
=== Audio ===
* 8 GB LPDDR4 RAM
* 128 GB or 256 GB storage


=== IPD Adjustment ===
* '''Dual stereo speakers'''
* '''Dual microphones'''
* 3.5mm audio jack
* Spatial audio


Motorized adjustment:
=== Battery ===


* '''Seamless motorized IPD''' (62-72mm range)
* '''5300 mAh''' battery
* Software-controlled adjustment
* '''~2.5 hours''' gaming
* Warning when lenses approach nose
* '''3+ hours''' media
* Precise positioning
* '''20W fast charging'''
* QC 3.0 / PD 3.0 support


=== Battery ===
=== Comfort ===


* 5300 mAh capacity
* '''295g headset''' (without strap)
* Rear-mounted for balance
* Balanced design
* ~2-3 hours usage
* Battery in rear
* Counterweight effect
* Slim front profile


=== Audio ===
== Controllers ==


* 360° stereo speakers
PICO 4 Controllers:
* 3D spatial audio
* Sound positioning based on head movement
* Precise, realistic audio effects


== Tracking ==
* '''6DoF tracking'''
* Analog sticks
* Face buttons (A/B, X/Y)
* Triggers
* Grip buttons
* Menu buttons
* 2x AA batteries each


Inside-out tracking system:
== Pico 4 Pro ==


* 4 cameras for 6DoF tracking
Enhanced version (November 2022):
* Room-scale without base stations
* Hand tracking support
* Color passthrough


== Controllers ==
* '''Eye tracking'''
* '''Face tracking'''
* 3 IR cameras per eye
* Avatar expressions
* Foveated rendering capable


PICO 4 controllers:
== Software ==


* 6DoF tracking
* '''PICO Store'''
* Ergonomic design
* '''SteamVR''' streaming
* Battery-powered
* '''Virtual Desktop''' support
* '''PICO Video'''
* Growing app library


== Comparison with Quest 2 ==
== Regional Availability ==


{| class="wikitable"
{| class="wikitable"
|-
|-
! Feature !! Pico 4 !! Quest 2
! Region !! Availability
|-
|-
| Resolution || '''2160×2160/eye''' || 1832×1920/eye
| Europe || Yes
|-
|-
| Optics || '''Pancake''' || Fresnel
| China || Yes
|-
|-
| Field of View || '''105°''' || 97°
| South Korea || Yes
|-
|-
| IPD || '''Motorized (62-72mm)''' || 3 presets
| Japan || Yes
|-
|-
| Headset Weight || '''~295g''' || ~503g
| Malaysia || Yes
|-
|-
| God Rays || '''None''' || Present
| Singapore || Yes
|-
|-
| Availability || EU, Asia, etc. || Global (incl. US)
| North America || No
|}
 
== Technical Specifications ==
 
{| class="wikitable"
|-
! Specification !! Details
|-
| Display || 2160x2160 LCD x2
|-
| Combined || 4320x2160
|-
| Refresh Rate || 72/90 Hz
|-
| FOV || 105°
|-
| Processor || Snapdragon XR2
|-
| RAM || 8GB
|-
| Storage || 128GB / 256GB
|-
| IPD || 62-72mm (motorized)
|-
| Battery || 5300 mAh
|-
| Weight || 295g
|-
| Price || €429 / €499
|}
|}


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'''Praise:'''
'''Praise:'''
* "The Beginning Of A New Era In Consumer VR" - MRTV
* Pancake lenses eliminate god rays
* Higher resolution than Quest 2
* Higher resolution than Quest 2
* Wider 105° field of view
* Pancake lenses slim design
* Dramatically lighter design
* 295g lightweight
* Motorized IPD adjustment
* Color passthrough
* Balanced weight distribution
* Motorized IPD
* Comfortable for extended use
* Competitive pricing
* 3D spatial audio
* 5300 mAh battery
* Excellent value proposition
* Balanced comfort
* PC VR streaming


'''Criticism:'''
'''Criticism:'''
* Not available in United States
* Not available in North America
* 90 Hz maximum (no 120 Hz)
* Smaller app library than Quest
* LPDDR4 RAM (not LPDDR5)
* No eye tracking (base model)
* Smaller game library than Quest
* Passthrough low quality
* No eye tracking (available on Pro/Enterprise)
* ByteDance privacy concerns
* LCD displays (not OLED)
* Less developer support
* Requires ByteDance account<ref name="pcgamer">{{cite web |url=https://www.pcgamer.com/pico-4-ve-headset-review/ |title=Pico 4 VR headset review |publisher=PC Gamer |access-date=2025-01-07}}</ref>
* Regional content limitations
 
* Quest ecosystem dominance<ref name="pcgamer">{{cite web |url=https://www.pcgamer.com/pico-4-ve-headset-review/ |title=Pico 4 VR headset review |publisher=PC Gamer |access-date=2025-01-07}}</ref>
<ref name="ludusglobal">{{cite web |url=https://www.ludusglobal.com/en/blog/pico-4-features-price-specifications-vr-headset |title=Pico 4: features, price and specifications of the new VR headset |publisher=Ludus Global |access-date=2025-01-07}}</ref>


== See Also ==
== See Also ==
* [[Pico 4 Pro]]
* [[Pico 4 Enterprise]]
* [[Pico 4 Ultra]]
* [[Pico 4 Ultra]]
* [[Meta Quest 2]]
* [[Meta Quest 2]]
* [[Meta Quest 3]]
* [[Meta Quest 3]]
* [[Pico Neo 3 Link]]


== References ==
== References ==
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[[Category:Devices]]
[[Category:Virtual Reality Devices]]
[[Category:Virtual Reality Devices]]
[[Category:Standalone VR Headsets]]
[[Category:Head-Mounted Displays]]
[[Category:Standalone VR]]
[[Category:PICO]]
[[Category:PICO]]
[[Category:ByteDance]]
[[Category:2022 in technology]]
[[Category:2022 in technology]]

Revision as of 17:48, 7 January 2026

Pico 4
Basic Info
VR/AR Virtual Reality
Type Head-Mounted Display
Subtype Standalone VR
Platform PICO OS, SteamVR (via streaming)
Developer PICO (ByteDance)
Manufacturer PICO
Announcement Date September 22, 2022
Release Date October 18, 2022
Price €429 (128GB) / €499 (256GB)
Website https://www.picoxr.com/
Predecessor Pico Neo 3 Link
Successor Pico 4 Ultra
System
Chipset Qualcomm Snapdragon XR2
Storage
Display
Display LCD (dual pancake)
Resolution 2160x2160 per eye
Refresh Rate 72/90 Hz
Image
Field of View 105°
Optics
Ocularity Binocular
Passthrough Color (low resolution)
Tracking
Eye Tracking No (available on Pro version)
Hand Tracking Supported
Audio
Audio Dual stereo speakers
Connectivity
Device
Weight 295g (headset only)

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The Pico 4 is a standalone virtual reality head-mounted display developed by PICO (owned by ByteDance), released October 18, 2022 starting at €429. A Meta Quest 2 competitor featuring dual LCD pancake displays at 2160x2160 per eye (4320x2160 combined), Qualcomm Snapdragon XR2, 105° field of view, color passthrough, motorized IPD adjustment, and 5300 mAh battery. Available in Europe and Asia only (not sold in North America).

History and Development

PICO announced the Pico 4 on September 22, 2022, releasing October 18, 2022. Backed by ByteDance (TikTok parent company), Pico 4 positioned itself as a premium Quest 2 alternative with better specifications at competitive pricing. The pancake lens design allowed for a slimmer, lighter headset. Regional availability limited to Europe and select Asian markets (China, South Korea, Japan, Malaysia, Singapore). A Pro version with eye tracking and face tracking launched in November 2022.[1]

Design and Hardware

Display

Pancake lens advantage:

  • 2160x2160 per eye resolution
  • 4320x2160 combined
  • Dual LCD panels
  • 1200 PPI
  • 72 Hz / 90 Hz refresh rate
  • 105° field of view
  • Pancake lenses (compact optics)

Processing

  • Qualcomm Snapdragon XR2
  • 8GB LPDDR4 RAM
  • 128GB / 256GB storage
  • Standalone + PC VR capable

Tracking

  • 6DoF inside-out tracking
  • 4 cameras
  • Hand tracking supported
  • No external sensors

Passthrough

  • Color passthrough
  • 16MP RGB camera
  • Low resolution/framerate
  • Basic mixed reality

IPD

  • Motorized IPD adjustment
  • 62-72mm range
  • Automatic calibration
  • UI-controlled

Audio

  • Dual stereo speakers
  • Dual microphones
  • 3.5mm audio jack
  • Spatial audio

Battery

  • 5300 mAh battery
  • ~2.5 hours gaming
  • 3+ hours media
  • 20W fast charging
  • QC 3.0 / PD 3.0 support

Comfort

  • 295g headset (without strap)
  • Balanced design
  • Battery in rear
  • Counterweight effect
  • Slim front profile

Controllers

PICO 4 Controllers:

  • 6DoF tracking
  • Analog sticks
  • Face buttons (A/B, X/Y)
  • Triggers
  • Grip buttons
  • Menu buttons
  • 2x AA batteries each

Pico 4 Pro

Enhanced version (November 2022):

  • Eye tracking
  • Face tracking
  • 3 IR cameras per eye
  • Avatar expressions
  • Foveated rendering capable

Software

  • PICO Store
  • SteamVR streaming
  • Virtual Desktop support
  • PICO Video
  • Growing app library

Regional Availability

Region Availability
Europe Yes
China Yes
South Korea Yes
Japan Yes
Malaysia Yes
Singapore Yes
North America No

Technical Specifications

Specification Details
Display 2160x2160 LCD x2
Combined 4320x2160
Refresh Rate 72/90 Hz
FOV 105°
Processor Snapdragon XR2
RAM 8GB
Storage 128GB / 256GB
IPD 62-72mm (motorized)
Battery 5300 mAh
Weight 295g
Price €429 / €499

Reception

Praise:

  • Higher resolution than Quest 2
  • Pancake lenses slim design
  • 295g lightweight
  • Color passthrough
  • Motorized IPD
  • Competitive pricing
  • 5300 mAh battery
  • Balanced comfort
  • PC VR streaming

Criticism:

  • Not available in North America
  • Smaller app library than Quest
  • No eye tracking (base model)
  • Passthrough low quality
  • ByteDance privacy concerns
  • Less developer support
  • Regional content limitations
  • Quest ecosystem dominance[2]

See Also

References

  1. ↑ "PICO 4 All-in-One VR Headset". PICO. https://www.picoxr.com/global/products/pico4.
  2. ↑ "Pico 4 VR headset review". PC Gamer. https://www.pcgamer.com/pico-4-ve-headset-review/.
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