DPVR E4
| DPVR E4 | |
|---|---|
| Basic Info | |
| VR/AR | Virtual Reality |
| Type | Head-Mounted Display |
| Subtype | PC VR |
| Platform | SteamVR |
| Developer | DPVR |
| Manufacturer | DPVR |
| Release Date | 2023 |
| Price | ~$450 USD |
| Website | https://www.dpvr.com/ |
| System | |
| Storage | |
| Display | |
| Display | LCD (single) |
| Resolution | 1832x1920 per eye |
| Refresh Rate | 120 Hz |
| Image | |
| Field of View | 116° diagonal / 94° horizontal |
| Optics | |
| Ocularity | Binocular |
| Tracking | |
| Tracking | 6DoF (inside-out, 4 cameras) |
| Audio | |
| Audio | Integrated speakers |
| Connectivity | |
| Connectivity | DisplayPort |
| Device | |
| Weight | 285g (body only) |
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.
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.[1]
Design and Hardware
Display
Single LCD:
- 1832x1920 per eye resolution
- Single LCD screen
- Fresnel lenses
- 120 Hz refresh rate
- 4K crystal-clear graphics
Field of View
- 116° diagonal
- 94° horizontal
- Wide viewing angle
Tracking
Inside-out system:
- 6DoF tracking
- 4 camera sensors
- 230° ultra-wide coverage
- No external sensors
- Controllers included
IPD
Flexible adjustment:
- 54-72mm hardware
- 50-80mm software
- Wide range support
Design
Practical features:
- 285g body weight
- Lighter than most Fresnel VR
- 90° flip-up visor
- Easy reality switching
- Comfortable extended wear
Connectivity
- DisplayPort (not USB-C)
- No image compression
- Better clarity vs wireless
- Direct PC connection
Controllers
6DoF controllers:
- Included with headset
- Inside-out tracked
- Standard button layout
- SteamVR compatible
PC Requirements
- Intel i5 / AMD R5 or higher
- 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
| Specification | Details |
|---|---|
| Display | 1832x1920 LCD (single) |
| Refresh Rate | 120 Hz |
| FOV | 116° diagonal / 94° horizontal |
| Tracking | Inside-out (4 cameras) |
| Coverage | 230° tracking |
| IPD | 54-72mm (hw) / 50-80mm (sw) |
| Connection | DisplayPort |
| Weight | 285g |
| Price | ~$450 |
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[2]