Varjo VR-3
| Varjo VR-3 | |
|---|---|
| Basic Info | |
| VR/AR | Virtual Reality |
| Type | Head-mounted display |
| Subtype | PC VR (Enterprise) |
| Platform | PC, SteamVR |
| Creator | Varjo |
| Price | $3,195 |
| Website | https://varjo.com |
| System | |
| CPU | Intel i7-9700K+ (rec) |
| GPU | NVIDIA RTX 2080+ (rec) |
| Storage | |
| Display | |
| Display | Dual display per eye (focus + context) |
| Resolution | 2880 x 2720 per eye (combined) |
| Image | |
| Optics | |
| Tracking | |
| Tracking | 6DoF (SteamVR / inside-out hybrid) |
| Eye Tracking | 200 Hz (Varjo in-house) |
| Hand Tracking | Ultraleap |
| Audio | |
| Microphone | Yes |
| Connectivity | |
| Connectivity | DisplayPort, USB |
| Ports | DisplayPort, USB 3.0 |
| Device | |
| Weight | 40% lighter than predecessor |
| Sensors | Eye tracking, IMU, tracking cameras |
| Input | SteamVR controllers |
The Varjo VR-3 is a professional-grade virtual reality head-mounted display developed by Varjo, a Finnish company specializing in enterprise XR. Announced on December 1, 2020 in Helsinki and shipping from January 2021, the VR-3 features Varjo's pioneering dual-display "Bionic Display" technology combining a high-density focus display at 71 pixels-per-degree (retina resolution) with a wider context display, integrated 200 Hz eye tracking, Ultraleap hand tracking, and 99% sRGB color accuracy. The headset targets simulation, training, design, and research applications.[1]
History and Development
Varjo Background
Varjo (Finnish for "shadow") was founded in 2016 by former Nokia and Microsoft engineers, focused on human-eye resolution VR.
December 2020 Announcement
The VR-3 was announced alongside the XR-3 on December 1, 2020.
January 2021 Shipping
Headsets began shipping to enterprise customers in January 2021.
40% Weight Reduction
Significant redesign reduced weight by 40% compared to previous Varjo models.
Design and Hardware
Bionic Display Technology
Unique dual-display-per-eye system:
- Focus Display: 1920 x 1920 @ 90 Hz
- Context Display: Fills peripheral field of view
- Seamless Blending: Nearly invisible transition
- Result: Retina resolution at center
Display Specifications
- Combined Resolution: 2880 x 2720 per eye
- Focus Area PPD: 71 pixels per degree
- Refresh Rate: 90 Hz
- Field of View: 115 degrees
- Color: 99% sRGB, 93% DCI-P3
Optics
- Lens Type: Bi-convex (not Fresnel)
- Benefit: Optimal clarity and comfort
- IPD: Automatic alignment via eye tracking
Eye Tracking
Varjo In-House System
- Frequency: 200 Hz
- Developer: Varjo proprietary
Applications
- Foveated rendering
- Automatic IPD adjustment
- Gaze analytics
- Research data collection
Hand Tracking
Ultraleap Integration
- Built-in Ultraleap hand tracking
- Controller-free interaction option
- Gesture recognition
Tracking
Hybrid System
- Inside-out tracking capability
- SteamVR Lighthouse compatibility
- 6 degrees of freedom
Headband Design
- Halo-like strap design
- Tightening dials on back and top
- Professional comfort focus
Professional Applications
Target Industries
- Flight simulation
- Automotive design
- Medical training
- Research and academia
- Engineering visualization
System Requirements
Recommended
| Component | Requirement |
|---|---|
| GPU | NVIDIA RTX 2080 / Quadro RTX 5000+ |
| CPU | Intel i7-9700K+ |
| RAM | 32 GB+ |
| OS | Windows 10 |
Specifications
| Specification | Details |
|---|---|
| Display | Bionic Display (dual per eye) |
| Resolution | 2880 x 2720 per eye (combined) |
| Focus PPD | 71 pixels per degree |
| Refresh Rate | 90 Hz |
| Field of View | 115° |
| Color Accuracy | 99% sRGB, 93% DCI-P3 |
| Eye Tracking | 200 Hz (Varjo) |
| Hand Tracking | Ultraleap |
| Lenses | Bi-convex |
| Price | $3,195 |
See Also
References
- ↑ "Varjo Products". Varjo. https://varjo.com/products.