Pico Neo 3
| Pico Neo 3 | |
|---|---|
| Basic Info | |
| VR/AR | Virtual Reality |
| Type | Head-mounted display |
| Subtype | Standalone VR |
| Platform | Android |
| Creator | Pico Interactive (ByteDance) |
| Price | ~$600-$700 |
| Website | https://www.picoxr.com |
| System | |
| CPU | Qualcomm Snapdragon XR2 |
| GPU | Adreno 650 (587 MHz) |
| Storage | |
| Storage | 256 GB (UFS 3.1) |
| Display | |
| Display | 5.5" LCD (SFR TFT) |
| Resolution | 3664 x 1920 (1832 x 1920 per eye) |
| Image | |
| Optics | |
| Tracking | |
| Tracking | 6DoF (inside-out, optical) |
| Eye Tracking | Optional (Pro Eye variant) |
| Audio | |
| Microphone | Dual (noise-canceling) |
| Connectivity | |
| Connectivity | Wi-Fi 6, Bluetooth 5.1 |
| Ports | USB-C 3.0 |
| Device | |
| Weight | 604g |
| Sensors | 4 tracking cameras |
| Input | 6DoF controllers (32 optical sensors) |
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The Pico Neo 3 is a standalone virtual reality head-mounted display developed by Pico Interactive, now a subsidiary of ByteDance. Released in 2021, the Neo 3 features the Qualcomm Snapdragon XR2 processor with 6 GB RAM and 256 GB storage, delivering 1832 x 1920 resolution per eye at 90 Hz on a 5.5-inch LCD display with 98-degree field of view. The headset targets enterprise and commercial applications including training, onboarding, and simulations, with support for PC VR streaming via USB-C DisplayPort. The Neo 3 Pro Eye variant adds integrated eye tracking for additional enterprise capabilities.[1]
History and Development
2021 Release
Pico released the Neo 3 series targeting enterprise VR markets.
ByteDance Acquisition
ByteDance acquired Pico in 2021, increasing resources for development.
Neo 3 Variants
- Neo 3 (base model)
- Neo 3 Pro (enterprise features)
- Neo 3 Pro Eye (with eye tracking)
- Neo 3 Link (PCVR-focused)
Design and Hardware
Display System
- Panel: 5.5-inch SFR TFT LCD
- Resolution: 1832 x 1920 per eye (3664 x 1920 total)
- Pixel Density: 773 PPI
- Refresh Rate: 72 Hz or 90 Hz (adjustable)
- Field of View: 98 degrees
Optics
Fresnel lenses with minimal distortion.
Processor
- SoC: Qualcomm Snapdragon XR2
- CPU: 8-core at 2.84 GHz
- GPU: Adreno 650 at 587 MHz
- RAM: 6 GB LPDDR4x (2133 MHz)
- Storage: 256 GB UFS 3.1
Form Factor
- Weight: 604 grams
- Dimensions: 86 x 166 x 90mm
- Balance: Rear battery as counterweight
Comfort
- Removable PU face cushion
- Wipeable for multi-user scenarios
- Soft strap design
Tracking
Inside-Out
- 4 optical tracking cameras
- 6 degrees of freedom
- No external base stations
Controllers
- Type: 6DoF with optical positioning
- Sensors: 32 optical tracking sensors per controller
- Haptics: Linear resonant actuators
- Accuracy: Complex environment positioning
Battery
Specifications
- Capacity: 5300 mAh
- Runtime: 2.5-3 hours continuous
- Charging: QC 3.0 / USB PD 3.0
Audio
Speakers
Dual built-in stereo speakers.
Microphones
Dual microphones with noise cancellation.
Jack
3.5mm audio jack for headphones.
PC VR Connectivity
USB DisplayPort
- USB Type-C 3.0
- DisplayPort support
- Tethered PC VR option
Neo 3 Pro Eye
Eye Tracking
- Integrated eye tracking module
- Foveated rendering support
- Gaze analytics
- Enterprise applications
Enterprise Features
Applications
- Interactive training
- Employee onboarding
- Simulations
- Commercial VR experiences
Multi-User Support
Removable, wipeable face cushion for shared use.
Specifications
| Specification | Details |
|---|---|
| Display | 5.5" LCD |
| Resolution | 1832 x 1920 per eye |
| PPI | 773 |
| Refresh Rate | 72/90 Hz |
| FOV | 98° |
| Processor | Snapdragon XR2 |
| RAM | 6 GB LPDDR4x |
| Storage | 256 GB |
| Battery | 5300 mAh (2.5-3 hrs) |
| Tracking | Inside-out 6DoF |
| Weight | 604g |
| Price | ~$600-$700 |