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+{{Device Infobox
+|image =
+|VR/AR = [[Virtual Reality]]
+|Type = [[Head-Mounted Display]]
+|Subtype = [[PC VR]]
+|Platform = [[SteamVR]], [[VIVEPORT]]
+|Developer = [[HTC]], [[Valve]]
+|Manufacturer = [[HTC]]
+|Release Date = April 2016
+|Price = $799 USD
+|Website = https://www.vive.com/
+|Successor = [[Vive Pro]]
+|Display = OLED (dual)
+|Resolution = 1080x1200 per eye
+|Combined Resolution = 2160x1200
+|Refresh Rate = 90 Hz
+|Field of View = 108-110°
+|Ocularity = Binocular
+|Tracking = SteamVR 1.0 (outside-in, Lighthouse)
+|IPD = Adjustable
+|Audio = 3.5mm jack
+|Controllers = 6DoF Vive Controllers
+|Connectivity = HDMI, USB 3.0
+}}
+The '''HTC Vive''' is a PC [[virtual reality]] [[head-mounted display]] developed by [[HTC]] and [[Valve Corporation]], released in April 2016 at $799. One of the first premium consumer VR headsets and the launch device for [[SteamVR]], featuring dual OLED displays at 1080x1200 per eye, 90 Hz refresh rate, 110° field of view, revolutionary Lighthouse room-scale tracking via two base stations, two wireless 6DoF controllers, and a chaperone system for boundary awareness. Bundled with controllers, base stations, and link box.
+== History and Development ==
+HTC and Valve announced the Vive at Mobile World Congress 2015, launching commercially in April 2016. The Vive pioneered room-scale VR with Valve's Lighthouse tracking technology, enabling users to walk around and physically interact in virtual spaces. Competing directly with the Oculus Rift, the Vive established SteamVR as a major VR platform. The original Vive was succeeded by the Vive Pro in 2018 and received price reductions over time. The Vive defined the standards for premium PC VR.<ref name="techradar">{{cite web |url=https://www.techradar.com/reviews/wearables/htc-vive-1286775/review |title=HTC Vive Review |publisher=TechRadar |access-date=2025-01-07}}</ref>
+== Design and Hardware ==
+=== Display ===
+First-generation OLED:
+* '''1080x1200 per eye''' resolution
+* '''2160x1200 combined'''
+* '''Dual 3.6-inch OLED''' screens
+* '''90 Hz refresh rate'''
+* '''108-110° field of view'''
+* Low persistence
+* Good black levels
+=== Tracking ===
+Revolutionary Lighthouse system:
+* '''SteamVR 1.0''' (Lighthouse)
+* '''2 base stations''' included
+* '''Outside-in tracking'''
+* '''6DoF headset tracking'''
+* '''Room-scale VR'''
+* 360° coverage
+* Sub-millimeter precision
+* Chaperone boundary system
+=== Controllers ===
+Vive Controllers (2 included):
+* '''6DoF tracking'''
+* '''Trackpad'''
+* '''Trigger'''
+* '''Grip buttons'''
+* '''Menu button'''
+* '''System button'''
+* Rechargeable battery
+=== Audio ===
+* '''3.5mm headphone jack'''
+* External headphones required
+* Optional Deluxe Audio Strap (later)
+=== Build ===
+* Front-facing camera
+* Removable face gasket
+* Adjustable head straps
+* Fits over glasses
+=== Connectivity ===
+Via Link Box:
+* '''HDMI'''
+* '''USB 3.0'''
+* '''Power'''
+* 3-in-1 cable to headset
+== Package Contents ==
+$799 bundle includes:
+* Vive headset
+* 2x Vive Controllers
+* 2x Lighthouse base stations
+* Link Box
+* Cables and mounts
+* Earbuds
+== PC Requirements ==
+=== Minimum ===
+* '''GPU''': NVIDIA GTX 970 / AMD R9 290
+* '''CPU''': Intel Core i5-4590 / AMD FX 8350
+* '''RAM''': 4 GB
+* '''Video''': HDMI 1.4 or DisplayPort 1.2
+== Technical Specifications ==
+{| class="wikitable"
+|-
+! Specification !! Details
+|-
+| Display || 1080x1200 OLED x2
+|-
+| Combined || 2160x1200
+|-
+| Refresh Rate || 90 Hz
+|-
+| FOV || 108-110°
+|-
+| Tracking || Lighthouse 1.0
+|-
+| Controllers || 6DoF x2 included
+|-
+| Room Scale || Yes
+|-
+| Audio || 3.5mm jack
+|-
+| Price || $799
+|}
+== Reception ==
+'''Praise:'''
+* Room-scale VR revolutionary
+* Lighthouse tracking precise
+* 6DoF controllers included
+* SteamVR platform strong
+* Chaperone system useful
+* Front-facing camera
+* 90Hz smooth
+* Good FOV
+* Complete package
+* Defined VR standard
+'''Criticism:'''
+* $799 expensive at launch
+* Screen-door effect visible
+* Lower resolution vs later HMDs
+* External headphones needed
+* Base station setup required
+* Cabling inconvenient
+* Heavy design
+* Controller trackpad issues (later)
+* Requires powerful PC<ref name="wikipedia">{{cite web |url=https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/HTC_Vive |title=HTC Vive |publisher=Wikipedia |access-date=2025-01-07}}</ref>
+== See Also ==
+* [[Vive Pro]]
+* [[Vive Pro 2]]
+* [[Valve Index]]
+* [[Oculus Rift]]
+== References ==
+{{reflist}}
+[[Category:Devices]]
+[[Category:Virtual Reality Devices]]
+[[Category:Head-Mounted Displays]]
+[[Category:PC VR]]
+[[Category:HTC]]
+[[Category:Valve]]
+[[Category:2016 in technology]]