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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]], [[Enterprise VR]]
|Platform = [[PICO OS]]
|Developer = [[ByteDance]]
|Manufacturer = [[PICO]]
|Announcement Date = April 2023
|Release Date = 2023
|Release Date = 2023
|Price = $399
|Price = €399 EUR (+VAT)
|Display = Single LCD binocular
|Website = https://www.picoxr.com/global/products/g3
|Resolution = 1832x1920 per-eye
|Predecessor = [[Pico G2 4K]]
|Refresh Rate = 90 Hz
|Chipset = [[Qualcomm Snapdragon XR2]]
|Field of View = 98° diagonal
|Memory = 6 GB
|Horizontal FoV =  
|Storage = 128 GB
|Vertical FoV =  
|Display = LCD
|Diagonal FoV = 98°
|Resolution = 3664×1920 (combined)
|IPD Range = 58-69 mm hardware adjustable (manual)
|Refresh Rate = 72 Hz, 90 Hz (dynamic)
|Field of View = ~101°
|PPD = ~18 PPD
|Ocularity = Binocular
|Ocularity = Binocular
|Optics = Fresnel
|Tracking = 3DoF (head rotation only)
|Eye Tracking = No
|Hand Tracking = No
|Controllers = PICO G3 controller (3DoF)
|Audio = Built-in speakers
|Connectivity = Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, USB-C
|Battery = 5300 mAh
|Weight = ~296g
}}
}}


'''Pico G3''' is a [[virtual reality]] [[head-mounted display]] released in 2023.
The '''PICO G3''' is a 3DoF (3 Degrees of Freedom) standalone [[virtual reality]] [[head-mounted display]] developed by [[PICO]] (a [[ByteDance]] subsidiary), announced at Laval Virtual in April 2023. It is the first 3DoF VR headset to feature the [[Qualcomm Snapdragon XR2]] processor, designed specifically for enterprise applications in education, healthcare, training, and marketing. The G3 succeeds the [[Pico G2 4K]] with significantly improved processing power, larger battery, and enhanced enterprise management features.


== Specifications ==
== History and Development ==
* '''Display:''' Single LCD binocular
 
* '''Resolution:''' 1832x1920 per-eye
PICO unveiled the G3 at Laval Virtual 2023 as an enterprise-focused 3DoF headset. Unlike consumer VR headsets that prioritize 6DoF room-scale experiences, the G3 was designed for seated enterprise use cases where full positional tracking is unnecessary but high-quality visuals and reliable performance are essential.<ref name="skarredghost">{{cite web |url=https://skarredghost.com/2023/04/13/pico-g3-announced/ |title=Pico announces G3 headset and gives new life to 3DOF |publisher=The Ghost Howls |access-date=2025-01-07}}</ref>
* '''Refresh Rate:''' 90 Hz
 
* '''Field of View:''' 98° diagonal
The decision to use the powerful XR2 processor in a 3DoF headset was notable, as it allows enterprise customers to run demanding applications while maintaining the simplicity and lower cost of rotational-only tracking.<ref name="xrtoday">{{cite web |url=https://www.xrtoday.com/virtual-reality/pico-debut-g3-vr-headset-for-enterprise/ |title=Pico Debut G3 VR Headset for Enterprise |publisher=XR Today |access-date=2025-01-07}}</ref>
* '''IPD Range:''' 58-69 mm hardware adjustable (manual)
 
* '''Price:''' $399
== Design and Hardware ==
 
=== Display ===
 
* LCD panel
* 3664×1920 combined resolution
* 773 PPI pixel density
* Dynamic refresh rate: 72 Hz to 90 Hz
* Adjusts refresh rate based on application requirements
* ~101° field of view
* Fresnel optics
 
=== Processing ===
 
The G3 is the first 3DoF headset with Snapdragon XR2:
 
* [[Qualcomm Snapdragon XR2]] processor
* Superior performance with exceptional power efficiency
* 6 GB RAM
* 128 GB storage
* Handles demanding enterprise applications
 
=== Battery ===
 
* 5300 mAh capacity (vs 4200 mAh on G2 4K)
* 26% larger than predecessor
* Qualcomm Quick Charge 3.0 support
* Extended operation time for enterprise deployments
* Acts as counterweight for balanced design
 
=== Build and Comfort ===
 
Designed for prolonged enterprise wear:
 
* ~296g weight
* Light and well-balanced design
* Soft straps for secure fit
* Rear-mounted battery as counterweight
* Removable PU foam pad for easy cleaning
* Compatible with glasses
 
=== Tracking ===
 
* '''3DoF tracking:''' Head rotation (pitch, yaw, roll) only
* No positional (6DoF) tracking
* Suited for seated experiences
* Simpler deployment than 6DoF systems
 
== Enterprise Features ==
 
=== PICO Business Suite ===
 
* Device management platform
* Fast, scalable deployment
* Remote configuration
* Content distribution
 
=== Developer SDK ===
 
Enterprise SDK with low-level API access:
 
* Unity support
* Unreal Engine support
* OpenXR support
* WebXR support
* Full headset control capabilities
 
=== Security ===
 
* ARM TrustZone technology
* Higher kernel security
* Secure enterprise deployments
* Protected sensitive data
 
=== Software ===
 
* New PICO OS for immersive VR experience
* Smooth system transitions
* App migration support with full compatibility
* Optimized for enterprise applications
 
== Target Markets ==
 
The PICO G3 is designed for specific enterprise sectors:
 
* '''Education:''' Virtual classrooms and training materials
* '''Healthcare:''' Patient education and therapy applications
* '''Training:''' Corporate onboarding and skills development
* '''Marketing:''' Product demonstrations and virtual showrooms
 
== Comparison with G2 4K ==
 
{| class="wikitable"
|-
! Feature !! Pico G2 4K !! Pico G3
|-
| Processor || Snapdragon 835 || Snapdragon XR2
|-
| Battery || 4200 mAh || 5300 mAh
|-
| Refresh Rate || 75 Hz || 72/90 Hz (dynamic)
|-
| RAM || 4 GB || 6 GB
|-
| Business Suite || Limited || Full support
|-
| Price || ~€350 || €399
|}
 
== Reception ==
 
'''Praise:'''
* First 3DoF headset with Snapdragon XR2 processor
* Significantly larger battery than predecessor
* Dynamic refresh rate adjustment
* Comprehensive enterprise management tools
* Comfortable for extended wear
* Multi-platform SDK support
* ARM TrustZone security
 
'''Criticism:'''
* 3DoF only—no positional tracking
* Enterprise-only availability
* No consumer purchase option
* Limited use cases compared to 6DoF headsets<ref name="vrxvr">{{cite web |url=https://vrx.vr-expert.com/pico-announces-pico-g3-3dof-vr-headset/ |title=Pico G3, the new Pico Standalone 3DoF VR Headset |publisher=VRX |access-date=2025-01-07}}</ref>
 
<ref name="knoxlabs">{{cite web |url=https://www.knoxlabs.com/products/pico-g3 |title=PICO G3 VR Headset |publisher=Knoxlabs VR Marketplace |access-date=2025-01-07}}</ref>


== See Also ==
== See Also ==
* [[Virtual Reality]]
* [[Pico G2 4K]]
* [[Head-mounted display]]
* [[Pico 4 Enterprise]]
* [[VR Headset]]
* [[Pico 4 Ultra Enterprise]]
* [[Oculus Go]]
* [[HTC Vive Flow]]
 
== References ==
{{reflist}}


[[Category:VR Headsets]]
[[Category:Devices]]
[[Category:Head-mounted displays]]
[[Category:Virtual Reality Devices]]
[[Category:Standalone VR Headsets]]
[[Category:Enterprise VR]]
[[Category:3DoF VR Headsets]]
[[Category:PICO]]
[[Category:2023 in technology]]
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