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|VR/AR = [[Virtual Reality]]
|VR/AR = [[Virtual Reality]]
|Type = [[Head-Mounted Display]]
|Type = [[Head-mounted display]]
|Subtype = [[PC VR]]
|Subtype = PC VR
|Platform = [[SteamVR]]
|Platform = [[PC]], [[SteamVR]]
|Developer = [[DPVR]]
|Creator = [[DPVR]]
|Manufacturer = [[DPVR]]
|Announced = 2023
|Release Date = 2023
|Release = 2023
|Price = ~$450 USD
|Price = ~$350
|Website = https://www.dpvr.com/
|Website = https://www.dpvr.com
|Display = LCD (single)
|OS = Windows
|Resolution = 1832x1920 per eye
|CPU = Host PC dependent
|Refresh Rate = 120 Hz
|GPU = NVIDIA GTX 1060+ (min)
|Field of View = 116° diagonal / 94° horizontal
|Storage =
|Ocularity = Binocular
|RAM = 8 GB+ (min)
|Display = LCD
|Resolution = 3664 x 1920 (1834 x 1920 per eye)
|Refresh = 72/90/120 Hz
|Brightness =
|FOV = 116° (diagonal) / 94° (horizontal)
|PPD =
|Lenses = Fresnel
|IPD = 54-72mm (software), 50-80mm (plugin)
|Eye Tracking =
|Hand Tracking =
|Tracking = 6DoF (inside-out, 4 cameras)
|Tracking = 6DoF (inside-out, 4 cameras)
|IPD = 54-72mm (hardware) / 50-80mm (software)
|Spatial Mapping =
|Audio = Integrated speakers
|Speakers =
|Connectivity = DisplayPort
|Microphone =
|Weight = 285g (body only)
|Audio Jack = 3.5mm
|Connectivity = DisplayPort 1.4, USB 3.0
|Ports = DisplayPort, USB
|Battery =
|Weight = 285g (without strap)
|Materials =
|Colors = Black
|Sensors = 4 tracking cameras, IMU
|Input = 6DoF controllers
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The '''DPVR E4''' is a PC-tethered [[virtual reality]] [[head-mounted display]] developed by [[DPVR]], released 2023 at approximately $450. An affordable PC VR headset featuring single LCD display at 1832x1920 per eye, 120 Hz refresh rate, 116° diagonal FOV, 4-camera inside-out tracking with 230° coverage, 90° flip-up visor design, DisplayPort connection for uncompressed video, and lightweight 285g body. Fully SteamVR compatible with access to 7,000+ VR games.
The '''DPVR E4''' is a PC VR [[head-mounted display]] developed by [[DPVR]], a Chinese VR hardware manufacturer. The E4 features 1834 x 1920 resolution per eye on a single LCD panel with refresh rates up to 120 Hz, 116-degree diagonal field of view, inside-out tracking with 4 cameras, and a flip-up design. Weighing just 285 grams without the headstrap, the E4 targets affordable PC VR gaming with compatibility for over 7,000 SteamVR titles. The E4 Black edition adds a turbo cooling system for extended gaming sessions.<ref name="dpvr">{{cite web|url=https://www.dpvr.com/uk/product/dpvr-e4/|title=DPVR E4 Gaming PC VR Headset|publisher=DPVR}}</ref>


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


DPVR, a Chinese VR company known for enterprise headsets, released the E4 in 2023 as an affordable PC VR option. Targeting enthusiasts seeking value over premium features, the E4 offers modern specifications including 120 Hz refresh rate and inside-out tracking at a competitive price point. The flip-up design and lightweight construction emphasize practicality for extended sessions.<ref name="dpvr">{{cite web |url=https://www.dpvr.com/en/dpvr-e4/ |title=DPVR E4 |publisher=DPVR |access-date=2025-01-07}}</ref>
=== 2023 Release ===
DPVR released the E4 as an affordable PC VR option.
 
=== E4 Black Edition ===
Enhanced version with turbo cooling system added for thermal management.


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


=== Display ===
=== Display System ===
* '''Display Type:''' LCD (single panel)
* '''Resolution:''' 1834 x 1920 per eye (3664 x 1920 total)
* '''Refresh Rate:''' 72 Hz, 90 Hz, 120 Hz (adjustable)


Single LCD:
=== Field of View ===
* '''Diagonal:''' 116 degrees
* '''Horizontal:''' 94 degrees


* '''1832x1920 per eye''' resolution
=== IPD Adjustment ===
* '''Single LCD screen'''
* '''Software:''' 54-72mm
* '''Fresnel lenses'''
* '''Plugin Extended:''' 50-80mm
* '''120 Hz''' refresh rate
* '''4K crystal-clear''' graphics


=== Field of View ===
=== Optics ===
Fresnel lenses.


* '''116° diagonal'''
=== Flip-Up Design ===
* '''94° horizontal'''
Visor can flip up for quick real-world view.
* Wide viewing angle


=== Tracking ===
=== Lightweight ===
* '''Weight:''' 285g (headset only)
* Comfortable for extended sessions


Inside-out system:
== Tracking ==


* '''6DoF tracking'''
=== Inside-Out Tracking ===
* '''4 camera sensors'''
* 4 tracking cameras
* '''230° ultra-wide coverage'''
* 6 degrees of freedom
* No external sensors
* No base stations required
* Controllers included
* 360-degree unrestricted movement


=== IPD ===
== Controllers ==


Flexible adjustment:
=== 6DoF Controllers ===
* Design similar to Meta Quest 2
* Good SteamVR compatibility
* AA battery powered
* 6+ hours battery life


* '''54-72mm hardware'''
== Connectivity ==
* '''50-80mm software'''
* Wide range support


=== Design ===
=== Included Cable ===
* 6-meter DisplayPort 1.4 cable
* Long range for room-scale


Practical features:
=== Requirements ===
* DisplayPort 1.2+
* USB 3.0 Type A
* 5 GB disk space


* '''285g body weight'''
== System Requirements ==
* Lighter than most Fresnel VR
* '''90° flip-up''' visor
* Easy reality switching
* Comfortable extended wear


=== Connectivity ===
{| class="wikitable"
|-
! Component !! Minimum
|-
| CPU || Intel i5 / AMD R5
|-
| RAM || 8 GB
|-
| GPU || NVIDIA GTX 1060
|-
| OS || Windows 10/11 64-bit
|}


* '''DisplayPort''' (not USB-C)
== E4 Black Edition ==
* No image compression
* Better clarity vs wireless
* Direct PC connection


== Controllers ==
=== Turbo Cooling ===
* Active cooling system
* 20°C lower core temperature
* Extended gaming session support


6DoF controllers:
=== Reinforced Cable ===
Improved durability for cable.


* Included with headset
== Platform Compatibility ==
* Inside-out tracked
* Standard button layout
* SteamVR compatible


== PC Requirements ==
=== SteamVR ===
* 7,000+ compatible games
* Full SteamVR support
* Wide title library


* Intel i5 / AMD R5 or higher
== Specifications ==
* 8GB+ RAM
* NVIDIA GTX 1060+ (driver ≥416.81)
* Windows 10/11 64-bit
* DisplayPort 1.2+
* USB 3.0 Type-A
* 5GB+ C: drive space
 
== Technical Specifications ==


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! Specification !! Details
! Specification !! Details
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|-
| Display || 1832x1920 LCD (single)
| Display || LCD
|-
| Resolution || 1834 x 1920 per eye
|-
| Refresh Rate || 72/90/120 Hz
|-
|-
| Refresh Rate || 120 Hz
| Diagonal FOV || 116°
|-
|-
| FOV || 116° diagonal / 94° horizontal
| Horizontal FOV || 94°
|-
|-
| Tracking || Inside-out (4 cameras)
| Tracking || Inside-out (4 cameras)
|-
|-
| Coverage || 230° tracking
| IPD || 54-72mm (80mm extended)
|-
|-
| IPD || 54-72mm (hw) / 50-80mm (sw)
| Cable || 6m DisplayPort 1.4
|-
| Connection || DisplayPort
|-
|-
| Weight || 285g
| Weight || 285g
|-
|-
| Price || ~$450
| Price || ~$350
|}
|}
== Reception ==
'''Praise:'''
* ~$450 affordable
* 120 Hz smooth
* Inside-out convenient
* No external sensors
* 230° tracking coverage
* 285g lightweight
* Flip-up design practical
* DisplayPort quality
* 7,000+ SteamVR games
'''Criticism:'''
* Single LCD (not dual)
* Fresnel lens god rays
* 1832x1920 mid-range resolution
* DisplayPort required (not USB-C)
* Lesser-known brand
* Support concerns
* Build quality questions
* Limited ecosystem features<ref name="pcgamer">{{cite web |url=https://www.pcgamer.com/dpvr-e4-vr-headset-review/ |title=DPVR E4 VR Headset Review |publisher=PC Gamer |access-date=2025-01-07}}</ref>


== See Also ==
== See Also ==
* [[Meta Quest 2]]
* [[DPVR]]
* [[Pico Neo 3 Link]]
* [[PC VR]]
* [[HP Reverb G2]]
* [[SteamVR]]
* [[Valve Index]]
* [[Affordable VR]]


== References ==
== References ==
{{reflist}}
{{Reflist}}


[[Category:Devices]]
[[Category:Devices]]
[[Category:Virtual Reality Devices]]
[[Category:VR Headsets]]
[[Category:Head-Mounted Displays]]
[[Category:Head-mounted displays]]
[[Category:PC VR]]
[[Category:PC VR]]
[[Category:SteamVR]]
[[Category:DPVR]]
[[Category:DPVR]]
[[Category:2023 in technology]]
[[Category:2020s VR]]

Revision as of 22:10, 7 January 2026

DPVR E4
Basic Info
VR/AR Virtual Reality
Type Head-mounted display
Subtype PC VR
Platform PC, SteamVR
Creator DPVR
Price ~$350
Website https://www.dpvr.com
System
CPU Host PC dependent
GPU NVIDIA GTX 1060+ (min)
Storage
Display
Display LCD
Resolution 3664 x 1920 (1834 x 1920 per eye)
Image
Optics
Tracking
Tracking 6DoF (inside-out, 4 cameras)
Audio
Connectivity
Connectivity DisplayPort 1.4, USB 3.0
Ports DisplayPort, USB
Device
Weight 285g (without strap)
Sensors 4 tracking cameras, IMU
Input 6DoF controllers


The DPVR E4 is a PC VR head-mounted display developed by DPVR, a Chinese VR hardware manufacturer. The E4 features 1834 x 1920 resolution per eye on a single LCD panel with refresh rates up to 120 Hz, 116-degree diagonal field of view, inside-out tracking with 4 cameras, and a flip-up design. Weighing just 285 grams without the headstrap, the E4 targets affordable PC VR gaming with compatibility for over 7,000 SteamVR titles. The E4 Black edition adds a turbo cooling system for extended gaming sessions.[1]

History and Development

2023 Release

DPVR released the E4 as an affordable PC VR option.

E4 Black Edition

Enhanced version with turbo cooling system added for thermal management.

Design and Hardware

Display System

  • Display Type: LCD (single panel)
  • Resolution: 1834 x 1920 per eye (3664 x 1920 total)
  • Refresh Rate: 72 Hz, 90 Hz, 120 Hz (adjustable)

Field of View

  • Diagonal: 116 degrees
  • Horizontal: 94 degrees

IPD Adjustment

  • Software: 54-72mm
  • Plugin Extended: 50-80mm

Optics

Fresnel lenses.

Flip-Up Design

Visor can flip up for quick real-world view.

Lightweight

  • Weight: 285g (headset only)
  • Comfortable for extended sessions

Tracking

Inside-Out Tracking

  • 4 tracking cameras
  • 6 degrees of freedom
  • No base stations required
  • 360-degree unrestricted movement

Controllers

6DoF Controllers

  • Design similar to Meta Quest 2
  • Good SteamVR compatibility
  • AA battery powered
  • 6+ hours battery life

Connectivity

Included Cable

  • 6-meter DisplayPort 1.4 cable
  • Long range for room-scale

Requirements

  • DisplayPort 1.2+
  • USB 3.0 Type A
  • 5 GB disk space

System Requirements

Component Minimum
CPU Intel i5 / AMD R5
RAM 8 GB
GPU NVIDIA GTX 1060
OS Windows 10/11 64-bit

E4 Black Edition

Turbo Cooling

  • Active cooling system
  • 20°C lower core temperature
  • Extended gaming session support

Reinforced Cable

Improved durability for cable.

Platform Compatibility

SteamVR

  • 7,000+ compatible games
  • Full SteamVR support
  • Wide title library

Specifications

Specification Details
Display LCD
Resolution 1834 x 1920 per eye
Refresh Rate 72/90/120 Hz
Diagonal FOV 116°
Horizontal FOV 94°
Tracking Inside-out (4 cameras)
IPD 54-72mm (80mm extended)
Cable 6m DisplayPort 1.4
Weight 285g
Price ~$350

See Also

References