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|VR/AR = [[Virtual Reality]]
|VR/AR = [[Virtual Reality]]
|Type = [[Head-mounted display]]
|Type = [[Head-mounted display]]
|Subtype = [[Standalone VR]]
|Subtype = PC VR
|Release Date = 2019
|Platform = [[PC]], [[SteamVR]]
|Price = $1849
|Creator = [[Pimax]]
|Display = 2 x CLPL binocular
|Announced = CES 2020
|Resolution = 3840x2160 per-eye
|Release = 2020
|Refresh Rate = 90 Hz
|Price =
|Field of View = 159° horizontal, 103° vertical
|Website = https://pimax.com
|Horizontal FoV = 159°
|OS = Windows
|Vertical FoV = 103°
|CPU = High-end gaming PC (RTX 3080+ recommended)
|Diagonal FoV =  
|GPU = NVIDIA RTX 3080+ recommended
|IPD Range = 60-72 mm hardware adjustable (manual)
|Storage =
|Ocularity = Binocular
|RAM =
|Display = 2 x Native 4K CLPL LCD
|Resolution = 3840 x 2160 per eye (7680 x 2160 total)
|Refresh = 75 Hz (native), up to 114 Hz
|Brightness =
|FOV = 200° diagonal / 170° horizontal / 115° vertical
|PPD =
|Lenses = Wide-angle custom lenses
|IPD = Hardware adjustable
|Eye Tracking =
|Hand Tracking =
|Tracking = 6DoF (SteamVR 1.0/2.0)
|Spatial Mapping =
|Speakers = SMAS or DMAS versions
|Microphone = Built-in (DMAS version)
|Audio Jack = Yes
|Connectivity = DisplayPort 1.4a (HBC mode)
|Ports = DisplayPort 1.4a, USB
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|Input = SteamVR controllers compatible
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'''Pimax Vision 8KX''' is a [[virtual reality]] [[head-mounted display]] released in 2019.
The '''Pimax Vision 8KX''' is a [[virtual reality]] [[head-mounted display]] developed by [[Pimax]]. Released in 2020, the 8KX is the world's first consumer VR headset featuring dual native 4K displays, delivering 3840 x 2160 resolution per eye without upscaling. Combined with Pimax's signature 200-degree diagonal field of view, the 8KX was recognized as "Top Tech of CES: AR/VR" by Digital Trends at CES 2020.<ref name="tomshardware">{{cite web|url=https://www.tomshardware.com/reviews/pimax-vision-8k-x-review-ultrawide-gaming-with-incredible-clarity|title=Pimax Vision 8K X Review: Ultrawide Gaming with Incredible Clarity|publisher=Tom's Hardware}}</ref>
 
== History and Development ==
 
=== CES 2020 ===
The Pimax Vision 8KX was unveiled at CES 2020, where it received the "Top Tech of CES: AR/VR" award from Digital Trends as the first dual native 4K consumer VR headset.
 
=== Native 4K Achievement ===
The 8KX represents a significant milestone in consumer VR, being the first headset to render both eyes at native 4K resolution without upscaling, a feat requiring cutting-edge display interface technology.
 
== Design and Hardware ==
 
=== Display System ===
The 8KX features dual native 4K displays:
* '''Resolution:''' 3840 x 2160 per eye
* '''Combined:''' 7680 x 2160 total
* '''Technology:''' CLPL (Customized Low Persistence Liquid Crystal) panels
* '''Subpixels:''' Advanced RGB pixel matrix with up to 50% more subpixels
* '''Screen Door Effect:''' Virtually invisible
 
=== Field of View ===
The 8KX maintains Pimax's ultra-wide FOV:
* '''Diagonal:''' 200°
* '''Horizontal:''' 170°
* '''Vertical:''' 115°
 
This FOV closely approaches human natural vision, providing unmatched peripheral awareness.
 
=== Refresh Rate ===
Multiple refresh rate options:
* '''Native Modes:''' 60 Hz, 75 Hz, 90 Hz
* '''Maximum:''' Up to 114 Hz (scaled mode)
 
=== Connectivity ===
The 8KX uses advanced display interface technology:
* '''Protocol:''' DisplayPort 1.4a with HBC (High Bit-rate mode)
* '''Purpose:''' Enables true native 4K per eye without upscaling or compression
 
== Dual Engine Mode ==
 
The 8KX offers flexibility through Dual Engine Mode:
 
=== Native 4K Mode ===
* Renders at full 3840 x 2160 per eye
* Maximum visual clarity
* Highest GPU requirements
 
=== Upscale Mode ===
* Renders at 2560 x 1440 per eye
* Upscaled to 4K panels
* Reduced GPU requirements
 
== Audio Options ==
 
=== SMAS Version ===
* Standard Modular Audio Strap
* Basic built-in headphones
 
=== DMAS Version ===
* Deluxe Modular Audio Strap
* Detachable high-fidelity headphones
* Improved strap design for comfort
* Built-in microphone
 
== Tracking ==
 
6DoF tracking via SteamVR:
* SteamVR Lighthouse 1.0 compatible
* SteamVR Lighthouse 2.0 compatible
 
== System Requirements ==
 
{| class="wikitable"
|-
! Component !! Recommendation
|-
| GPU || NVIDIA RTX 3080 or better
|-
| CPU || High-end gaming processor
|-
| Video Output || DisplayPort 1.4a
|-
| OS || Windows 10/11
|}
 
The 8KX is designed for enthusiasts with high-end gaming PCs capable of driving dual 4K displays.


== Specifications ==
== Specifications ==
* '''Display:''' 2 x CLPL binocular
 
* '''Resolution:''' 3840x2160 per-eye
{| class="wikitable"
* '''Refresh Rate:''' 90 Hz
|-
* '''Field of View:''' 159° horizontal, 103° vertical
! Specification !! Details
* '''IPD Range:''' 60-72 mm hardware adjustable (manual)
|-
* '''Price:''' $1849
| Display Type || 2 x Native 4K CLPL LCD
|-
| Resolution || 3840 x 2160 per eye (7680 x 2160 total)
|-
| Refresh Rate || 75 Hz native, up to 114 Hz
|-
| Field of View || 200° D / 170° H / 115° V
|-
| Dual Engine || Native 4K or Upscale mode
|-
| Tracking || 6DoF (SteamVR 1.0/2.0)
|-
| Audio || SMAS or DMAS options
|-
| Connectivity || DisplayPort 1.4a (HBC)
|-
| Award || CES 2020 Top Tech AR/VR
|}


== See Also ==
== See Also ==
* [[Virtual Reality]]
* [[Pimax]]
* [[Head-mounted display]]
* [[Pimax Vision 8K+]]
* [[VR Headset]]
* [[Pimax 5K XR]]
* [[Pimax Artisan]]
* [[Wide FOV VR]]
* [[SteamVR]]
 
== References ==
{{Reflist}}


[[Category:Devices]]
[[Category:VR Headsets]]
[[Category:VR Headsets]]
[[Category:Head-mounted displays]]
[[Category:Head-mounted displays]]
[[Category:PC VR]]
[[Category:Wide FOV VR]]
[[Category:Pimax]]
[[Category:4K VR]]
[[Category:SteamVR]]
[[Category:2020s VR]]

Latest revision as of 22:14, 7 January 2026

Pimax Vision 8KX
Basic Info
VR/AR Virtual Reality
Type Head-mounted display
Subtype PC VR
Platform PC, SteamVR
Creator Pimax
Website https://pimax.com
System
CPU High-end gaming PC (RTX 3080+ recommended)
GPU NVIDIA RTX 3080+ recommended
Storage
Display
Display 2 x Native 4K CLPL LCD
Resolution 3840 x 2160 per eye (7680 x 2160 total)
Image
Optics
Tracking
Tracking 6DoF (SteamVR 1.0/2.0)
Audio
Microphone Built-in (DMAS version)
Connectivity
Connectivity DisplayPort 1.4a (HBC mode)
Ports DisplayPort 1.4a, USB
Device
Input SteamVR controllers compatible


The Pimax Vision 8KX is a virtual reality head-mounted display developed by Pimax. Released in 2020, the 8KX is the world's first consumer VR headset featuring dual native 4K displays, delivering 3840 x 2160 resolution per eye without upscaling. Combined with Pimax's signature 200-degree diagonal field of view, the 8KX was recognized as "Top Tech of CES: AR/VR" by Digital Trends at CES 2020.[1]

History and Development

CES 2020

The Pimax Vision 8KX was unveiled at CES 2020, where it received the "Top Tech of CES: AR/VR" award from Digital Trends as the first dual native 4K consumer VR headset.

Native 4K Achievement

The 8KX represents a significant milestone in consumer VR, being the first headset to render both eyes at native 4K resolution without upscaling, a feat requiring cutting-edge display interface technology.

Design and Hardware

Display System

The 8KX features dual native 4K displays:

  • Resolution: 3840 x 2160 per eye
  • Combined: 7680 x 2160 total
  • Technology: CLPL (Customized Low Persistence Liquid Crystal) panels
  • Subpixels: Advanced RGB pixel matrix with up to 50% more subpixels
  • Screen Door Effect: Virtually invisible

Field of View

The 8KX maintains Pimax's ultra-wide FOV:

  • Diagonal: 200°
  • Horizontal: 170°
  • Vertical: 115°

This FOV closely approaches human natural vision, providing unmatched peripheral awareness.

Refresh Rate

Multiple refresh rate options:

  • Native Modes: 60 Hz, 75 Hz, 90 Hz
  • Maximum: Up to 114 Hz (scaled mode)

Connectivity

The 8KX uses advanced display interface technology:

  • Protocol: DisplayPort 1.4a with HBC (High Bit-rate mode)
  • Purpose: Enables true native 4K per eye without upscaling or compression

Dual Engine Mode

The 8KX offers flexibility through Dual Engine Mode:

Native 4K Mode

  • Renders at full 3840 x 2160 per eye
  • Maximum visual clarity
  • Highest GPU requirements

Upscale Mode

  • Renders at 2560 x 1440 per eye
  • Upscaled to 4K panels
  • Reduced GPU requirements

Audio Options

SMAS Version

  • Standard Modular Audio Strap
  • Basic built-in headphones

DMAS Version

  • Deluxe Modular Audio Strap
  • Detachable high-fidelity headphones
  • Improved strap design for comfort
  • Built-in microphone

Tracking

6DoF tracking via SteamVR:

  • SteamVR Lighthouse 1.0 compatible
  • SteamVR Lighthouse 2.0 compatible

System Requirements

Component Recommendation
GPU NVIDIA RTX 3080 or better
CPU High-end gaming processor
Video Output DisplayPort 1.4a
OS Windows 10/11

The 8KX is designed for enthusiasts with high-end gaming PCs capable of driving dual 4K displays.

Specifications

Specification Details
Display Type 2 x Native 4K CLPL LCD
Resolution 3840 x 2160 per eye (7680 x 2160 total)
Refresh Rate 75 Hz native, up to 114 Hz
Field of View 200° D / 170° H / 115° V
Dual Engine Native 4K or Upscale mode
Tracking 6DoF (SteamVR 1.0/2.0)
Audio SMAS or DMAS options
Connectivity DisplayPort 1.4a (HBC)
Award CES 2020 Top Tech AR/VR

See Also

References

  1. ↑ "Pimax Vision 8K X Review: Ultrawide Gaming with Incredible Clarity". Tom's Hardware. https://www.tomshardware.com/reviews/pimax-vision-8k-x-review-ultrawide-gaming-with-incredible-clarity.
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