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|Type = [[Head-Mounted Display]]
|Type = [[Head-Mounted Display]]
|Subtype = [[Standalone VR]]
|Subtype = [[Standalone VR]]
|Platform = [[Oculus]]
|Platform = [[Oculus Mobile]]
|Developer = [[Oculus VR]] ([[Meta Platforms]]), [[Qualcomm]], [[Xiaomi]]
|Developer = [[Oculus VR]]
|Manufacturer = [[Xiaomi]]
|Manufacturer = [[Facebook Technologies]] / [[Xiaomi]]
|Announcement Date = October 11, 2017
|Release Date = May 1, 2018
|Release Date = May 1, 2018
|End of Life = 2020
|Announcement Date = October 11, 2017 (Oculus Connect 4)
|Price = $199 (32GB) / $249 (64GB)
|Discontinued = June 2020
|Price = $199 USD (32GB) / $249 USD (64GB)
|Website = https://www.meta.com/
|Website = https://www.meta.com/
|Successor = [[Oculus Quest]]
|Successor = [[Oculus Quest]]
|Chipset = [[Qualcomm Snapdragon 821]]
|Chipset = Qualcomm Snapdragon 821
|Memory = 3 GB RAM
|Display = LCD (fast-switch)
|Storage = 32 GB / 64 GB
|Display = LCD
|Resolution = 1280x1440 per eye
|Resolution = 1280x1440 per eye
|Combined Resolution = 2560x1440
|Combined Resolution = 2560x1440
|Refresh Rate = 60/72 Hz
|PPI = 538 PPI
|Field of View = 89°
|Refresh Rate = 72/60 Hz
|Field of View = 100°
|Ocularity = Binocular
|Ocularity = Binocular
|Tracking = 3DoF (head only)
|Tracking = 3DoF (orientation only)
|Audio = Built-in speakers
|Audio = Integrated spatial speakers + 3.5mm jack
|Controller = 1x 3DoF controller
|Battery = 2600 mAh (2-2.5 hours)
|Battery = 2-2.5 hours
|Storage = 32GB / 64GB
|Weight = 468g
}}
}}


The '''Oculus Go''' is a discontinued standalone [[virtual reality]] [[head-mounted display]] developed by [[Oculus VR]] (now [[Meta Platforms]]) in partnership with [[Qualcomm]] and [[Xiaomi]], unveiled on October 11, 2017 and released on May 1, 2018. The first standalone VR headset from Oculus, the Go featured a Qualcomm Snapdragon 821 processor, 1280x1440 per eye LCD display with fast-switch technology reducing screen door effect, built-in spatial audio speakers, and 3DoF head tracking. At $199 for the 32GB model, the Go made VR accessible to mainstream consumers, selling over two million units by July 2019 before being discontinued in favor of the 6DoF Oculus Quest.
The '''Oculus Go''' is a discontinued standalone [[virtual reality]] [[head-mounted display]] developed by [[Oculus VR]] in partnership with [[Qualcomm]] and [[Xiaomi]], released May 1, 2018 starting at $199. The first standalone VR headset from Oculus, featuring 5.5-inch fast-switch LCD at 2560x1440, Snapdragon 821 processor, 3DoF tracking, integrated spatial audio, and 2-2.5 hours battery life. Manufactured by Xiaomi and discontinued June 2020.


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


Oculus unveiled the Go at Oculus Connect 4 on October 11, 2017, launching it on May 1, 2018 at F8 2018. Developed in partnership with Qualcomm for the Snapdragon 821 platform and manufactured by Xiaomi, the Go was designed to bring standalone VR to a $199 price point. The headset was compatible with the Gear VR library, providing a large launch catalog. By July 2019, over two million units had been sold. The Go was discontinued in 2020 as Oculus shifted focus to 6DoF devices like the Quest.<ref name="meta">{{cite web |url=https://www.meta.com/blog/oculus-go-available-now-our-best-vr-optics-in-our-first-standalone-vr-headset/ |title=Oculus Go Available Now |publisher=Meta |access-date=2025-01-07}}</ref>
Oculus unveiled the Go at Oculus Connect 4 on October 11, 2017, releasing May 1, 2018. Positioned as an affordable entry point to VR without requiring a PC or smartphone, the Go targeted media consumption and casual gaming. Manufactured by Xiaomi (sold as Mi VR Standalone in China), it represented Facebook's first standalone VR device. The price dropped to $149/$199 in January 2020. Oculus discontinued the Go in June 2020 to focus on the Quest platform, ending software updates in December 2020.<ref name="meta">{{cite web |url=https://www.meta.com/blog/oculus-go-available-now-our-best-vr-optics-in-our-first-standalone-vr-headset/ |title=Oculus Go Available Now |publisher=Meta |access-date=2025-01-07}}</ref>


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


Fast-switch LCD technology:
Fast-switch LCD:


* '''1280x1440 per eye''' resolution
* '''1280x1440 per eye''' resolution
* '''2560x1440 total''' resolution
* '''2560x1440 combined''' (WQHD)
* '''Single 5.5-inch LCD''' display
* '''5.5-inch LCD''' panel
* '''Fast-switch LCD''' technology
* '''Fast-switch technology'''
* '''60 Hz or 72 Hz''' refresh rate
* '''538 PPI'''
* '''89° field of view'''
* '''72 Hz / 60 Hz''' refresh rate
* '''~100° field of view'''
* Reduced screen door effect
* Reduced screen door effect
* Dramatic visual clarity improvement


=== Processing ===
=== Processing ===


* '''[[Qualcomm Snapdragon 821]]'''
* '''Qualcomm Snapdragon 821'''
* '''3 GB RAM'''
* 3GB RAM
* '''32 GB or 64 GB''' storage
* Standalone operation
* No expandable storage
* No PC/phone required
* Optimized for standalone VR


=== Tracking ===
=== Tracking ===


3DoF head tracking:
* '''3DoF''' (three degrees of freedom)
 
* Orientation tracking only
* '''3 degrees of freedom'''
* '''Head rotation only'''
* No positional tracking
* No positional tracking
* Orientation tracking
* Rotational head movement
* Seated/stationary experiences
* Gyroscope + accelerometer


=== Audio ===
=== Audio ===


Integrated spatial audio:
* '''Integrated spatial speakers'''
* Near-ear design
* '''3.5mm audio jack'''
* Integrated microphone
 
=== Battery ===
 
* '''2600 mAh''' battery
* '''~2 hours''' gaming
* '''~2.5 hours''' video playback


* '''Built-in speakers'''
=== Storage ===
* Spatial audio
* No headphones required
* '''3.5mm audio jack'''
* Private listening option
* Immersive sound design


=== Build ===
* '''32GB''' model ($199)
* '''64GB''' model ($249)
* No expandable storage


Lightweight comfortable design:
=== Comfort ===


* '''468g weight'''
* Lightweight design
* Fabric facial interface
* Fabric-wrapped exterior
* Soft and breathable
* Adjustable straps
* All-in-one design
* Glasses-friendly spacer included
* No wires to PC
* No phone required
* Elastic head straps


=== Controller ===
== Controller ==


3DoF orientation controller:
3DoF pointer controller:


* '''Single 3DoF controller'''
* '''3DoF tracking'''
* Orientation tracking
* Orientation only
* Single trigger
* Touchpad
* Trackpad
* Trigger button
* Back button
* Back button
* Menu button
* Home button
* Ergonomic design
* Volume buttons
* Same inputs as Gear VR
* Wrist strap
 
=== Battery ===


* '''2 hours''' gaming
== Use Cases ==
* '''2.5 hours''' video watching
* USB charging
* No fast charging


== Gear VR Compatibility ==
Primary applications:


* '''Compatible with Gear VR software'''
* '''Media consumption'''
* Large launch library
* Netflix VR
* Familiar content ecosystem
* YouTube VR
* Samsung partnership ecosystem
* Oculus Video
* '''Casual gaming'''
* '''Social VR'''
* '''360° video'''


== Technical Specifications ==
== Technical Specifications ==
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! Specification !! Details
! Specification !! Details
|-
|-
| Display || 1280x1440 per eye LCD
| Display || 1280x1440 LCD x2
|-
| Combined || 2560x1440
|-
|-
| Refresh Rate || 60/72 Hz
| Refresh Rate || 72/60 Hz
|-
|-
| FOV || 89°
| FOV || ~100°
|-
|-
| Processor || Snapdragon 821
| Processor || Snapdragon 821
|-
|-
| RAM || 3 GB
| RAM || 3GB
|-
| Storage || 32/64 GB
|-
| Tracking || 3DoF (head only)
|-
|-
| Controller || 3DoF (orientation)
| Tracking || 3DoF
|-
|-
| Battery || 2-2.5 hours
| Battery || 2600 mAh (2-2.5 hours)
|-
|-
| Weight || 468g
| Storage || 32GB / 64GB
|-
|-
| Price || $199/$249
| Price || $199 / $249
|}
|}


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'''Praise:'''
'''Praise:'''
* $199 accessible price
* $199 affordable entry point
* First standalone Oculus
* No PC required
* No PC or phone required
* No phone required
* Fast-switch LCD clarity
* True standalone VR
* Built-in speakers excellent
* Good LCD quality
* 468g lightweight
* Spatial audio integrated
* Gear VR library access
* Comfortable design
* Easy setup
* Easy setup
* 2+ million units sold
* Netflix/media excellent
* VR democratization


'''Criticism:'''
'''Criticism:'''
* 3DoF only (no positional)
* 3DoF limiting
* No 6DoF experiences
* No positional tracking
* No fast charging
* Controller 3DoF only
* Gaming limited
* No hand presence
* Battery life short
* No expandable storage
* No expandable storage
* Limited motion capability
* Discontinued quickly
* Seated experiences only
* Superseded by Quest<ref name="tomshardware">{{cite web |url=https://www.tomshardware.com/reviews/oculus-go-standalone-vr-headset,5597.html |title=Oculus Go Standalone VR Headset Review |publisher=Tom's Hardware |access-date=2025-01-07}}</ref>
* Discontinued after 2 years
* Replaced by Quest quickly
* 2-2.5 hour battery
* No room-scale VR<ref name="techradar">{{cite web |url=https://www.techradar.com/reviews/oculus-go |title=Oculus Go Review |publisher=TechRadar |access-date=2025-01-07}}</ref>


== See Also ==
== See Also ==
* [[Oculus Quest]]
* [[Oculus Quest]]
* [[Meta Quest 2]]
* [[Meta Quest 2]]
* [[PICO 4]]
* [[Pico G2 4K]]
* [[Gear VR]]
* [[Lenovo Mirage Solo]]


== References ==
== References ==
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[[Category:Head-Mounted Displays]]
[[Category:Head-Mounted Displays]]
[[Category:Standalone VR]]
[[Category:Standalone VR]]
[[Category:Oculus VR]]
[[Category:Meta]]
[[Category:Meta Platforms]]
[[Category:Oculus]]
[[Category:2018 in technology]]
[[Category:2018 in technology]]
[[Category:Discontinued devices]]

Revision as of 17:48, 7 January 2026

Oculus Go
Basic Info
VR/AR Virtual Reality
Type Head-Mounted Display
Subtype Standalone VR
Platform Oculus Mobile
Developer Oculus VR
Manufacturer Facebook Technologies / Xiaomi
Announcement Date October 11, 2017 (Oculus Connect 4)
Release Date May 1, 2018
Price $199 USD (32GB) / $249 USD (64GB)
Website https://www.meta.com/
Successor Oculus Quest
System
Chipset Qualcomm Snapdragon 821
Storage
Storage 32GB / 64GB
Display
Display LCD (fast-switch)
Resolution 1280x1440 per eye
Refresh Rate 72/60 Hz
Image
Field of View 100°
Optics
Ocularity Binocular
Tracking
Tracking 3DoF (orientation only)
Audio
Audio Integrated spatial speakers + 3.5mm jack
Connectivity
Device

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The Oculus Go is a discontinued standalone virtual reality head-mounted display developed by Oculus VR in partnership with Qualcomm and Xiaomi, released May 1, 2018 starting at $199. The first standalone VR headset from Oculus, featuring 5.5-inch fast-switch LCD at 2560x1440, Snapdragon 821 processor, 3DoF tracking, integrated spatial audio, and 2-2.5 hours battery life. Manufactured by Xiaomi and discontinued June 2020.

History and Development

Oculus unveiled the Go at Oculus Connect 4 on October 11, 2017, releasing May 1, 2018. Positioned as an affordable entry point to VR without requiring a PC or smartphone, the Go targeted media consumption and casual gaming. Manufactured by Xiaomi (sold as Mi VR Standalone in China), it represented Facebook's first standalone VR device. The price dropped to $149/$199 in January 2020. Oculus discontinued the Go in June 2020 to focus on the Quest platform, ending software updates in December 2020.[1]

Design and Hardware

Display

Fast-switch LCD:

  • 1280x1440 per eye resolution
  • 2560x1440 combined (WQHD)
  • 5.5-inch LCD panel
  • Fast-switch technology
  • 538 PPI
  • 72 Hz / 60 Hz refresh rate
  • ~100° field of view
  • Reduced screen door effect

Processing

  • Qualcomm Snapdragon 821
  • 3GB RAM
  • Standalone operation
  • No PC/phone required

Tracking

  • 3DoF (three degrees of freedom)
  • Orientation tracking only
  • No positional tracking
  • Rotational head movement
  • Gyroscope + accelerometer

Audio

  • Integrated spatial speakers
  • Near-ear design
  • 3.5mm audio jack
  • Integrated microphone

Battery

  • 2600 mAh battery
  • ~2 hours gaming
  • ~2.5 hours video playback

Storage

  • 32GB model ($199)
  • 64GB model ($249)
  • No expandable storage

Comfort

  • Lightweight design
  • Fabric-wrapped exterior
  • Adjustable straps
  • Glasses-friendly spacer included

Controller

3DoF pointer controller:

  • 3DoF tracking
  • Orientation only
  • Touchpad
  • Trigger button
  • Back button
  • Home button
  • Volume buttons
  • Wrist strap

Use Cases

Primary applications:

  • Media consumption
  • Netflix VR
  • YouTube VR
  • Oculus Video
  • Casual gaming
  • Social VR
  • 360° video

Technical Specifications

Specification Details
Display 1280x1440 LCD x2
Combined 2560x1440
Refresh Rate 72/60 Hz
FOV ~100°
Processor Snapdragon 821
RAM 3GB
Tracking 3DoF
Battery 2600 mAh (2-2.5 hours)
Storage 32GB / 64GB
Price $199 / $249

Reception

Praise:

  • $199 affordable entry point
  • No PC required
  • No phone required
  • True standalone VR
  • Good LCD quality
  • Spatial audio integrated
  • Comfortable design
  • Easy setup
  • Netflix/media excellent

Criticism:

  • 3DoF limiting
  • No positional tracking
  • Controller 3DoF only
  • Gaming limited
  • No hand presence
  • Battery life short
  • No expandable storage
  • Discontinued quickly
  • Superseded by Quest[2]

See Also

References

  1. ↑ "Oculus Go Available Now". Meta. https://www.meta.com/blog/oculus-go-available-now-our-best-vr-optics-in-our-first-standalone-vr-headset/.
  2. ↑ "Oculus Go Standalone VR Headset Review". Tom's Hardware. https://www.tomshardware.com/reviews/oculus-go-standalone-vr-headset,5597.html.
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