Vive Focus
| Vive Focus | |
|---|---|
| Basic Info | |
| VR/AR | Virtual Reality |
| Type | Head-Mounted Display |
| Subtype | Standalone VR |
| Platform | VIVE Wave |
| Developer | HTC |
| Manufacturer | HTC |
| Release Date | 2017 (China) / November 2018 (Global) |
| Price | $599-$649 USD (¥3,999-¥4,299) |
| Website | https://www.vive.com/ |
| Successor | Vive Focus Plus |
| System | |
| Chipset | Qualcomm Snapdragon 835 |
| Storage | |
| Display | |
| Display | AMOLED (single panel) |
| Resolution | 2800x1600 |
| Refresh Rate | 75 Hz |
| Image | |
| Field of View | 110° |
| Optics | |
| Ocularity | Binocular |
| Tracking | |
| Tracking | 6DoF (inside-out, 2 cameras) |
| Audio | |
| Audio | Built-in speakers, 3.5mm jack, microphone |
| Connectivity | |
| Connectivity | Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, USB-C (OTG) |
| Device | |
The VIVE Focus is a standalone virtual reality head-mounted display developed by HTC, released in China in 2017 and globally in November 2018 at $599-$649. HTC's first standalone VR headset, the Focus features Qualcomm Snapdragon 835 processor, 2800x1600 AMOLED display (same as Vive Pro), 110° field of view, 6DoF inside-out "world-scale" tracking via dual cameras, 75 Hz refresh rate, built-in audio, 3-hour battery life, and 3DoF controller. No PC, cables, or external sensors required.
History and Development
HTC announced the Vive Focus in late 2017, launching first in China with international availability following in November 2018. The Focus was HTC's response to the standalone VR market, competing with Oculus Go and the upcoming Oculus Quest. Using the same display and optics as the Vive Pro, the Focus delivered premium visual quality in a wireless form factor. The Focus was succeeded by the Vive Focus Plus with 6DoF controllers.[1]
Design and Hardware
Display
Vive Pro quality display:
- 2800x1600 resolution (combined)
- AMOLED technology
- 75 Hz refresh rate
- 110° field of view
- Same optics as Vive Pro
- Rich colors and contrast
- Premium visual quality
Processing
- Qualcomm Snapdragon 835 SoC
- 4 GB RAM
- VR-optimized mobile performance
- Embedded in headset
Tracking
World-scale 6DoF:
- 6DoF tracking
- Inside-out tracking
- 2 front-facing cameras
- World-scale tracking
- No external sensors
- No PC required
- Room-scale capable
Controller
3DoF remote:
- 3DoF tracking
- Touchpad
- Trigger
- Application buttons
- Basic pointer input
Audio
- Built-in speakers
- Integrated microphone
- 3.5mm audio jack
- Spatial audio support
Battery
- 3 hours active use
- 1+ week standby
- QC 3.0 fast charging
- Built-in rechargeable
Connectivity
- Wi-Fi
- Bluetooth
- USB Type-C (OTG support)
Variants
| Variant | Color | Price (China) |
|---|---|---|
| Standard | Almond White | ¥3,999 (~$605) |
| Premium | Electric Blue | ¥4,299 (~$649) |
Global pricing: $599+
Technical Specifications
| Specification | Details |
|---|---|
| Display | 2800x1600 AMOLED |
| Refresh Rate | 75 Hz |
| FOV | 110° |
| Processor | Snapdragon 835 |
| RAM | 4 GB |
| Tracking | 6DoF inside-out |
| Controller | 3DoF |
| Battery | 3 hours |
| Audio | Built-in speakers + mic |
| Price | $599-$649 |
Reception
Praise:
- 6DoF standalone freedom
- No PC or cables needed
- Vive Pro display quality
- 2800x1600 AMOLED sharp
- 110° FOV wide
- World-scale tracking
- Built-in audio
- 3 hours battery decent
- QC 3.0 fast charging
- VIVE Wave platform
Criticism:
- $599+ premium pricing
- 3DoF controller limited
- 75Hz vs 90Hz competitors
- Limited content ecosystem
- Enterprise focus
- No 6DoF controllers
- China-first availability
- Snapdragon 835 dated
- Competition from Quest[2]