Pico 4
| Pico 4 | |
|---|---|
| Basic Info | |
| VR/AR | Virtual Reality |
| Type | Head-mounted display |
| Subtype | Standalone VR |
| Platform | Android |
| Creator | Pico Interactive (ByteDance) |
| Price | €429 (128 GB) / €499 (256 GB) |
| Website | https://www.picoxr.com |
| System | |
| CPU | Qualcomm Snapdragon XR2 |
| GPU | Adreno 650 |
| Storage | |
| Storage | 128 GB or 256 GB |
| Display | |
| Display | 2 x 2.56" LCD |
| Resolution | 4320 x 2160 (2160 x 2160 per eye) |
| Image | |
| Optics | |
| Tracking | |
| Tracking | 6DoF (inside-out) |
| Hand Tracking | Yes |
| Audio | |
| Microphone | Dual |
| Connectivity | |
| Connectivity | Wi-Fi 6, Bluetooth 5.1 |
| Ports | USB-C |
| Device | |
| Input | 6DoF controllers |
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The Pico 4 is a standalone virtual reality head-mounted display developed by Pico Interactive, a subsidiary of ByteDance. Announced on September 23, 2022 and released on October 18, 2022 in Europe, Japan, and South Korea, the Pico 4 features dual 2160 x 2160 LCD displays with pancake lenses, providing a lighter and more compact design than traditional VR headsets. Powered by the Qualcomm Snapdragon XR2, the Pico 4 offers 105-degree field of view, seamless IPD adjustment, and 360° spatial audio.[1]
History and Development
ByteDance Acquisition
Pico was acquired by ByteDance (parent company of TikTok) in 2021, gaining significant resources for VR development.
September 2022 Announcement
The Pico 4 was announced on September 23, 2022 as Pico's flagship consumer VR headset.
Regional Availability
Initially launched in Europe, Japan, and South Korea (not North America at launch).[2]
Design and Hardware
Display System
- Panel Size: 2 x 2.56 inches
- Resolution: 2160 x 2160 per eye (4320 x 2160 total)
- Pixel Density: 1200 PPI
- Pixels Per Degree: 20.6 PPD
- Refresh Rate: 72 Hz / 90 Hz
Pancake Lenses
Pancake lens technology enables:
- Lighter headset
- Compact design
- Improved visual clarity
Field of View
105-degree field of view.
IPD Adjustment
Seamless motorized IPD adjustment: 62-72mm.
Processor
- SoC: Qualcomm Snapdragon XR2
- RAM: 8 GB LPDDR4
Tracking
6DoF Inside-Out
Full 6 degrees of freedom tracking for head and controllers without external sensors.
Hand Tracking
Controller-free hand tracking support.
Audio
360° Stereo Speakers
- Built-in speakers on both sides
- 3D spatial sound support
- Dual microphones
Connectivity
- Wi-Fi: Wi-Fi 6 (dual-band 2.4 GHz/5 GHz, 2x2 MIMO)
- Bluetooth: 5.1
Battery
- Capacity: 5300 mAh
- Fast Charging: QC 3.0 / PD 3.0 (20W)
Storage Options
- 128 GB - €429
- 256 GB - €499
Package Contents
- Pico 4 headset
- 2x controllers with lanyards
- 4x AA alkaline batteries
- Glasses spacer
- Nose pad
- USB-C power adapter
- USB-C cable
- User guides
Product Variants
Pico 4 Enterprise
Business-focused version with additional features.
Pico 4 Pro
Enhanced version with eye and face tracking (China only).
Pico 4 Ultra
Next-generation model with improved specifications.
Specifications
| Specification | Details |
|---|---|
| Display | 2 x 2.56" LCD |
| Resolution | 2160 x 2160 per eye |
| Pixel Density | 1200 PPI / 20.6 PPD |
| Refresh Rate | 72/90 Hz |
| Field of View | 105° |
| Lenses | Pancake |
| IPD | 62-72mm adjustable |
| Processor | Snapdragon XR2 |
| RAM | 8 GB |
| Storage | 128 GB / 256 GB |
| Battery | 5300 mAh |
| Wi-Fi | Wi-Fi 6 |
| Price | €429 / €499 |