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| |VR/AR = [[Virtual Reality]], [[Mixed Reality]] | | |VR/AR = [[Mixed Reality]] |
| |Type = [[Head-mounted display]] | | |Type = [[Head-Mounted Display]] |
| |Subtype = [[Standalone VR]] | | |Subtype = [[Standalone MR]] |
| |Platform = [[PICO OS]] | | |Platform = [[PICO OS]] |
| |Developer = [[ByteDance]] | | |Developer = [[PICO]] ([[ByteDance]]) |
| |Manufacturer = [[PICO]] | | |Manufacturer = [[PICO]] |
| | |Release Date = September 2, 2024 |
| |Announcement Date = August 2024 | | |Announcement Date = August 2024 |
| |Release Date = September 2024
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| |Price = €599 / £529 | | |Price = €599 / £529 |
| |Website = https://www.picoxr.com/global/products/pico4-ultra | | |Website = https://www.picoxr.com/ |
| |OS = PICO OS (Android-based) | | |Predecessor = [[Pico 4]] |
| |Chipset = [[Qualcomm Snapdragon XR2 Gen 2]] | | |Chipset = Qualcomm Snapdragon XR2 Gen 2 |
| |Storage = 256 GB
| | |Display = LCD (dual) |
| |Memory = 12 GB LPDDR5
| | |Resolution = 2160x2160 per eye |
| |Display = 2× LCD | | |Refresh Rate = 90 Hz |
| |Resolution = 2160×2160 per eye (4320×2160 combined) | |
| |Refresh Rate = 72 Hz, 90 Hz | |
| |Field of View = 105° | | |Field of View = 105° |
| |Horizontal FoV = 105°
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| |PPD = ~20 PPD
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| |IPD Range = 58-72mm
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| |Ocularity = Binocular | | |Ocularity = Binocular |
| |Optics = Pancake lenses | | |Passthrough = Full-color (32MP dual cameras) |
| |Tracking = Inside-out 6DoF (4 cameras)
| | |Depth Sensing = iToF camera |
| |Eye Tracking = Yes | | |Hand Tracking = Supported |
| |Hand Tracking = Yes | | |Battery = 5700 mAh (45W fast charge) |
| |Face Tracking = Yes
| | |Weight = 580g total |
| |Passthrough = Color (2× 32MP cameras + depth sensor)
| | |Storage = 256GB |
| |Passthrough Resolution = 8MP equivalent, 22.5 PPD center
| | |RAM = 12GB |
| |Audio = Built-in speakers, 3.5mm jack
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| |Microphone = Dual microphones
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| |Connectivity = Wi-Fi 7, Bluetooth 5.2, USB-C
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| |Battery = 5700 mAh | |
| |Battery Life = 2-4 hours
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| |Charging = 45W fast charging
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| |Weight = 580g | |
| |Color = Black/White | |
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| 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. | | The '''Pico 4 Ultra''' is a standalone [[mixed reality]] [[head-mounted display]] developed by [[PICO]] (owned by [[ByteDance]]), released September 2, 2024 at €599. PICO's first all-in-one VR and MR headset featuring Snapdragon XR2 Gen 2 processor, dual 32MP color passthrough cameras with iToF depth sensing, Wi-Fi 7 support, spatial video capture, iPhone/Vision Pro spatial video compatibility, 5700mAh battery with 45W fast charging, and 256GB storage with 12GB RAM. |
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| == History and Development == | | == History and Development == |
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| 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>
| | ByteDance released the Pico 4 Ultra on September 2, 2024 as PICO's first dedicated MR headset. Competing directly with Meta Quest 3, the Ultra introduced significant upgrades including Snapdragon XR2 Gen 2 (20% faster), 32MP passthrough cameras, iToF depth sensing for spatial understanding, and Wi-Fi 7 connectivity. The headset emphasizes mixed reality alongside VR, with Apple spatial video compatibility highlighting cross-ecosystem features.<ref name="pico">{{cite web |url=https://www.picoxr.com/global/products/pico4-ultra |title=PICO 4 Ultra |publisher=PICO |access-date=2025-01-07}}</ref> |
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| An enterprise variant, the [[Pico 4 Ultra Enterprise]], is also available with additional features for business applications.
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| == Design and Hardware == | | == Design and Hardware == |
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| === Display and Optics === | | === Display === |
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| 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:
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| * 25% increase in screen brightness | | * '''2160x2160 per eye''' resolution |
| * 62% increase in resolution rendering | | * '''Dual 2.56-inch''' displays |
| * Color correction improvements | | * '''90 Hz''' refresh rate |
| * 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> | | * '''105° field of view''' |
| | * Pancake lenses |
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| 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 === |
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| === Processing and Memory ===
| | * '''Qualcomm Snapdragon XR2 Gen 2''' |
| | * 20% CPU improvement vs XR2 Gen 1 |
| | * '''12GB RAM''' |
| | * '''256GB storage''' |
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| 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>
| | === Passthrough === |
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| Internal storage is 256 GB.
| | High-quality MR: |
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| === Mixed Reality Cameras ===
| | * '''Dual 32MP''' color cameras |
| | * '''iToF depth-sensing''' camera |
| | * '''8MP equivalent''' center clarity |
| | * '''22.5 PPD''' center resolution |
| | * Low distortion |
| | * Full-color passthrough |
| | * 3D environment meshing |
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| For mixed reality, the PICO 4 Ultra features:
| | === Mixed Reality === |
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| * Dual 32MP color cameras (up from 16MP on base PICO 4) | | * '''72 Hz MR frame alignment''' |
| * Dedicated depth sensor (not present on base model)
| | * Real-time environment understanding |
| * 8MP equivalent passthrough quality
| | * Spatial anchoring |
| * 22.5 PPD in center of passthrough image | | * Hand tracking integration |
| * Low distortion passthrough | |
| * MR frame alignment up to 72 Hz | |
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| 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>
| | === Connectivity === |
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| === Controllers === | |
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| 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.
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| === Battery and Charging ===
| | * '''Wi-Fi 7''' support |
| | * '''3.0+ Gbps''' transmission |
| | * '''5ms latency''' wireless streaming |
| | * '''AV1 codec''' for PC streaming |
| | * Bluetooth |
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| 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.
| | === Spatial Video === |
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| === Connectivity ===
| | * '''2048x1536 capture''' |
| | * '''60 FPS''' |
| | * '''50 Mbps''' |
| | * Spatial audio recording |
| | * '''iPhone compatible''' |
| | * '''Vision Pro compatible''' |
| | * MV-HEVC hardware decoding |
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| * Wi-Fi 7 for fast wireless streaming and downloads
| | === Battery === |
| * Bluetooth 5.2 for accessories
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| * USB-C for wired PC VR and charging
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| == Software and Features ==
| | * '''5700 mAh''' |
| | * '''45W fast charging''' |
| | * Extended session support |
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| === Mixed Reality Interface === | | === Comfort === |
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| PICO has overhauled the user interface to maximize the mixed reality experience:
| | * '''580g total''' |
| | * 304g front / 276g rear |
| | * Balanced design |
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| * Shortcut on main menu to toggle between MR and VR modes
| | == Software == |
| * Freeform window placement—drag and drop windows around the environment
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| * More flexible than Meta's carousel layout approach
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| === Tracking === | | === Compatibility === |
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| The PICO 4 Ultra supports:
| | * 20+ MR apps |
| * 6DoF inside-out tracking (no base stations required) | | * 552+ games |
| * Hand tracking | | * 778+ VR apps |
| * Eye tracking | | * SteamVR streaming |
| * Face tracking | |
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| == Specifications == | | == Technical Specifications == |
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| {| class="wikitable" | | {| class="wikitable" |
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| ! Component !! Specification | | ! Specification !! Details |
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| | Processor || Snapdragon XR2 Gen 2 | | | Display || 2160x2160 LCD x2 |
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| | RAM || 12 GB LPDDR5 | | | Refresh Rate || 90 Hz |
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| | Storage || 256 GB | | | FOV || 105° |
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| | Display || 2160×2160 per eye LCD | | | Processor || Snapdragon XR2 Gen 2 |
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| | Refresh Rate || 72 Hz, 90 Hz | | | RAM || 12GB |
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| | Field of View || 105° | | | Storage || 256GB |
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| | IPD Range || 58-72mm | | | Passthrough || 32MP dual cameras |
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| | Passthrough || Color (2× 32MP + depth) | | | Depth || iToF camera |
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| | Battery || 5700 mAh | | | Battery || 5700 mAh (45W) |
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| | Weight || 580g | | | Weight || 580g |
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| | Connectivity || Wi-Fi 7, Bluetooth 5.2 | | | Price || €599 |
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| == Reception == | | == Reception == |
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| The PICO 4 Ultra has received positive reviews, with critics noting it as a strong [[Meta Quest 3]] competitor:
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| '''Praise:''' | | '''Praise:''' |
| * Better specs than Quest 3 (more RAM, Wi-Fi 7) | | * Snapdragon XR2 Gen 2 powerful |
| * High-quality mixed reality passthrough | | * 32MP passthrough quality |
| * Comfortable redesigned controllers | | * iToF depth sensing |
| * Large 256GB storage | | * Wi-Fi 7 future-proof |
| * Strong battery life with fast charging | | * Spatial video capture |
| | * Vision Pro compatibility |
| | * 12GB RAM substantial |
| | * 256GB storage |
| | * €599 competitive |
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| '''Criticism:''' | | '''Criticism:''' |
| * Not available in the United States | | * Europe/Asia only |
| * Smaller software library compared to Meta Quest | | * No North America |
| * Meta Quest 3 price cuts reduced value proposition | | * Quest 3 ecosystem larger |
| * Some exclusives not available on PICO platform | | * MR app library smaller |
| | | * ByteDance privacy concerns |
| "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"/>
| | * 90Hz lower than Quest 3 |
| | | * Controller design dated |
| == Availability == | | * Regional limitations<ref name="auganix">{{cite web |url=https://www.auganix.org/vr-news-pico-launches-pico-4-ultra/ |title=Pico Unveils Pico 4 Ultra |publisher=Auganix |access-date=2025-01-07}}</ref> |
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| The PICO 4 Ultra is available in:
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| * Europe (€599)
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| * United Kingdom (£529)
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| * Asia Pacific markets
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| The headset is '''not available''' in the United States due to regulatory and market considerations.
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| == See Also == | | == See Also == |
| * [[Pico 4 Ultra Enterprise]] | | * [[Pico 4]] |
| * [[PICO 4]]
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| * [[PICO 4 Pro]]
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| * [[Meta Quest 3]] | | * [[Meta Quest 3]] |
| | * [[Apple Vision Pro]] |
| * [[Meta Quest 3S]] | | * [[Meta Quest 3S]] |
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| [[Category:Virtual Reality Devices]]
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| [[Category:Mixed Reality Devices]] | | [[Category:Mixed Reality Devices]] |
| [[Category:Standalone VR Headsets]] | | [[Category:Head-Mounted Displays]] |
| | [[Category:Standalone MR]] |
| [[Category:PICO]] | | [[Category:PICO]] |
| | [[Category:ByteDance]] |
| [[Category:2024 in technology]] | | [[Category:2024 in technology]] |
