Acer AH101
| Acer AH101 | |
|---|---|
| Basic Info | |
| VR/AR | Virtual Reality |
| Type | Head-mounted display |
| Subtype | PC VR |
| Platform | PC, Windows Mixed Reality |
| Creator | Acer |
| Price | $399 (with controllers) |
| Website | https://www.acer.com |
| System | |
| CPU | Intel Core i5 6th gen+ (desktop) / 7th gen+ (laptop) |
| GPU | NVIDIA GTX 965M / AMD RX 460+ |
| Storage | |
| Display | |
| Display | 2 x 2.89" LCD |
| Resolution | 2880 x 1440 (1440 x 1440 per eye) |
| Image | |
| Optics | |
| Tracking | |
| Tracking | 6DoF (inside-out) |
| Audio | |
| Connectivity | |
| Connectivity | HDMI 1.4/2.0, USB 3.0 |
| Ports | HDMI, USB 3.0, 3.5mm audio |
| Device | |
| Sensors | Gyroscope, accelerometer, magnetometer |
| Input | WMR Controllers (6DoF) |
| Cable Length | 13 feet (4 meters) |
The Acer AH101 (also known as Acer Windows Mixed Reality Headset) is a virtual reality head-mounted display developed by Acer for the Windows Mixed Reality platform. Released in 2017 as one of the first Windows Mixed Reality headsets, the AH101 features dual 2.89-inch LCD displays with 1440 x 1440 resolution per eye, 6DoF inside-out tracking without external sensors, and a 105-degree field of view. The headset launched bundled with two motion controllers for $399.[1]
History and Development
Windows Mixed Reality Launch Partner
Acer was among the first manufacturers to launch a Windows Mixed Reality headset in 2017, alongside HP, Lenovo, Dell, and Samsung.
Accessible Entry Point
The AH101 provided an affordable entry into VR with built-in tracking and bundled controllers.
Design and Hardware
Display System
- Panel Size: 2 x 2.89 inches
- Display Type: LCD
- Resolution: 2880 x 1440 total (1440 x 1440 per eye)
- Pixel Density: 706 PPI
- Refresh Rate: 90 Hz (HDMI 2.0) / 60 Hz (HDMI 1.4)
- Field of View: 105 degrees
Cable
13-foot (4 meter) cable length for room-scale movement.
Tracking
Inside-Out Tracking
- 6DoF (six degrees of freedom)
- Black and white VGA tracking cameras
- No external sensors required
- Gyroscope, accelerometer, and magnetometer
Environment Sensing
Built-in sensors capture environmental information for tracking and navigation.
Audio
3.5mm audio jack for headphones (no built-in speakers).
Controllers
Windows Mixed Reality Controllers
- Two motion controllers included
- 6DoF tracking
- Bluetooth 4.0 connection
- Thumbstick, triggers, buttons
System Requirements
For 90 Hz "Ultra" Mode
| Component | Desktop | Laptop |
|---|---|---|
| OS | Windows 10 Fall Creators Update | Windows 10 Fall Creators Update |
| CPU | Intel Core i5 6th Gen+ | Intel Core i7 7th Gen+ (Hyper-Threading) |
| GPU | NVIDIA GTX 965M / AMD RX 460 | NVIDIA GTX 965M / AMD RX 460 |
| RAM | 16 GB+ | 16 GB+ |
| Video | HDMI 2.0 or DisplayPort 1.2 | HDMI 2.0 or DisplayPort 1.2 |
| USB | USB 3.0 | USB 3.0 |
Connectivity
- HDMI 1.4 or 2.0
- USB 3.0
- 3.5mm audio jack
Specifications
| Specification | Details |
|---|---|
| Display | 2 x 2.89" LCD |
| Resolution | 1440 x 1440 per eye |
| Pixel Density | 706 PPI |
| Refresh Rate | 90 Hz (HDMI 2.0) |
| Field of View | 105° |
| Tracking | 6DoF inside-out |
| Cable Length | 13 feet (4m) |
| Controllers | Included (6DoF WMR) |
| Price | $399 |