The Best VR Headsets Of 2020

What the best VR glasses are, of course, largely depends on your gaming set-up. Do you have a powerful VR PC? Then it is smart to opt for a VR PC headset. But if you don't have a computer at all, you might be better off opting for standalone VR glasses, such as the Oculus Quest. Space also determines the choice of the best VR glasses. A headset that uses external sensors, such as the Valve Index, generally needs a bit more free space than VR glasses with built-in sensors (inside-out tracking). On this page we highlight all VR glasses that will be on the market in 2020 and we list the pros and cons of each headset.

PC VR Glasses

HTC Vive Pro / HTC Vive Pro Eye

The HTC Vive Pro is still seen in 2020 as the golden standard that virtual reality is capable of. The high image resolution of 2880 x 1600 pixels in combination with the bright color display of the dual-OLED screen ensure a beautiful and smooth display of virtual reality images. With the use of SteamVR base stations you can accurately track a space of up to 10m x 10m.

The HTC Vive Pro Eye is an upgrade of the HTC Vive Pro that is primarily intended for business VR users. The Vive Pro Eye uses new eye-tracking technology, which tracks the direction of your eyes in the VR glasses. This has the advantage that the headset can display the part you are looking at extra sharply, while the image that you are not looking at can remain somewhat blurred. This ensures a sharper and better representation of the image, which you will especially notice when you specifically look at details in a VR environment.

Advantages and Disadvantages of the HTC Vive Pro and Vive Pro Eye

Good image resolution of 2880 x 1600 pixels.
Highly accurate tracking of movements in a large space.
Vive Pro Eye uses a new eye-tracking technology.
Both headsets can be made completely wireless .
External sensors must be set up individually.
Relatively high purchase price for the complete set.

click here to order the HTC Vive Pro Full Kit.

click here to order the HTC Vive Pro Eye Full Kit.

HP Reverb G2

The HP Reverb G2 is the result of a collaboration between HP and Steam. These two parties combine the best of both in this new headset. With a crystal clear display of no less than 2160 x 2160 pixels per eye (as is the case with the original HP Reverb), updated touch controllers and an improved design, the HP Reverb G2 is the top of the line. field of VR hardware.

Thanks to the close collaboration between HP and Valve, the HP Reverb G2 allows you to switch seamlessly between Windows Mixed Reality and SteamVR applications. This is a dream come true for VR developers and avid gamers alike. Also, the HP Reverb G2 has been upgraded with regard to the inside-out tracking. With the 4 built-in cameras, you can enjoy reliable tracking without the hassle of setting up external sensors.

Advantages and Disadvantages of the HP Reverb G2

Highest image resolution of any VR headset at the moment.
The inside-out tracking means you don't have to worry about setting up sensors.
Renewed controllers that can accurately follow your finger.
Seamless transition between Windows Mixed Reality and SteamVR.
The HP Reverb G2 is not wireless to use.
Inside-out tracking offers a less accurate tracking method than external sensors.

click here to order the HP Reverb G2.

click here to order the HP Reverb G2 (without controllers).

HTC Vive Cosmos / Vive Cosmos Elite

The HTC Vive Cosmos offers a high image resolution of 2880 x 1700 pixels. The built-in LCD screen ensures that the distance between individual pixels is reduced. This makes the 'screen-door effect' as small as possible, which makes for a very pleasant viewing experience. The Vive Cosmos uses inside-out tracking. This means that the cameras are already built into the VR glasses. These cameras ensure that the headset knows exactly where the glasses and controllers are located in the room.

The Vive Cosmos Elite offers the same hardware specifications as the Vive Cosmos, but uses external sensors. This gives the Vive Cosmos Elite a more accurate way of tracking and offers the possibility to use the headset wirelessly use. The Vive Cosmos Elite comes as a complete package with SteamVR base stations and HTC Vive controllers.

Advantages and Disadvantages of the HTC Vive Cosmos and Vive Cosmos Elite

Sharp image resolution of 2880 x 1700 pixels.
LCD screen provides less screen-through effect.
Inside-out tracking offers a high level of user-friendliness.
Vive Cosmos Elite can be made completely wireless .
Inside-out tracking tracks movements less accurately than external sensors.
Motion controllers do not provide accurate finger tracking.

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Sony PlayStation VR

The PSVR is already an older VR headset, but offers a very nice addition to the PlayStation 4. The resolution of 1920x1080 pixels looks good and VR games play nicely and smoothly before your eyes. A big advantage of the PSVR is that there are a number of exclusive VR games to play, such as Resident Evil 7 VR and Farpoint. Well-known Steam games such as Beat Saber and Superhot VR can also be played well on the PlayStation VR. The headset is therefore highly recommended if you already have a PlayStation 4.

Advantages and Disadvantages of the Sony PlayStation VR

Exclusive VR games to play.
Direct compatibility with PlayStation 4.
To be used with standard DualShock PS4 controller.
You don't need a VR computer, but you can start right away with a PS4.
Tracking method is not suitable for a lot of movement.
PSVR motion controllers are no longer available.

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Pimax 5K Plus, Pimax 8K Plus, Pimax 8K X and Pimax Artisan

Pimax VR will bring a number of new models of VR glasses on the market in 2020 that could be of interest to every VR enthusiast. The VR glasses from Pimax are distinguished from other VR glasses by the very high image resolution and spectacularly wide viewing angle (FoV). From the entry-level model (Pimax Artisan) to the high-end model (Pimax Vision 8K X), the viewing angle ranges from 140º to 200º. This is significantly higher than comparable VR glasses on the market. This enormous viewing angle is particularly useful when playing simulation games, such as Assetto Corsa or X-Plane 11.

Advantages and Disadvantages of the Pimax VR glasses

Astonishingly high image resolution (even with the entry-level model).
Very large viewing angle of up to 200º.
The Pimax glasses look very futuristic.
Different types of glasses in all price ranges (from budget to high end).
For good performance you need a very powerful video card.
Complicated software set-up for novice VR users.

click here to order the Pimax Artisan.

click here to order the Pimax 5K Plus.

click here to order the Pimax Vision 8K Plus.

click here to order the Pimax Vision 8K X.

Oculus Rift S

Oculus Rift S offers a high-end VR experience for a relatively low purchase price. This makes the Oculus Rift S very good VR glasses for novice VR enthusiasts. The Rift S sits comfortably on the head and offers good accessibility for users. You put on the headset and can immediately start playing, without having to set up a complicated set-up with sensors. The image resolution of 1280 x 1440 pixels per eye is good, but not special. The Rift S is characterized by its high ease of use for mostly new players.

Advantages and Disadvantages of the Oculus Rift S

Very easy to use and to start up.
Comfortable Oculus touch controllers.
Inside-out tracking is very convenient to use.
The software setup is very easy to perform.
The Oculus Rift S cannot be made wireless.
Does not offer revolutionary improvements.

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Valve Index

The Valve Index has a high image quality of 1440 x 1600 pixels per eye, good built-in headphones and a very comfortable fit. But what really sets the Valve Index apart from the competition are the new Index knuckle controllers. These controllers offer the possibility to follow each finger individually. This provides very nice effects in certain games, such as physically grabbing an object. The Valve Index uses external SteamVR base stations. With these base stations you can accurately track a room of up to 10m x 10m. All hardware of Valve can be used with the hardware of the HTC Vive Pro, so it is quite possible to exchange certain hardware with each other.

Pros and Cons of the Valve Index

Comfortable fit, even if you play longer in a row.
The viewing angle of 130º is higher than comparable VR glasses.
New Index controllers can track fingers individually.
Very good and dynamic sound with the built-in headphones.
The Valve Index is not wireless to use.
Usually has a long delivery time of several weeks.

click here to order the Valve Index VR Kit

HP Reverb

The HP Reverb offers the highest image resolution of any PC VR glasses in this list. With a resolution of no less than 2160 x 2160 pixels per eye, the screen-through effect is kept to an absolute minimum. HP Reverb uses inside-out tracking and is therefore very easy to use to use. The headset only needs to be connected to a computer with two cables, and comes with an extra short cable for direct connection. connect to a VR Backpack PC . Due to the very high image resolution, the HP Reverb is recommended for playing simulation games and for use in business environments.

Pros and Cons of the HP Reverb

Extremely high image resolution of 2160 x 2160 pixels per eye.
Wide viewing angle of 114º.
Easy to connect to computer and VR backpack PC.
Recommended for playing VR simulation games.
Comes with the standard WMR motion controllers.
Inside-out tracking is less reliable than external sensors.

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Standalone VR Glasses

Oculus Quest / Quest 2

The Oculus Quest has a built-in Snapdragon 835 processor. Thanks to this powerful processor, VR games can be played completely wirelessly and without the aid of a computer. The built-in inside-out tracking ensures that you can put on the VR glasses at any place and start playing immediately. The headset and controllers have 6 movement angles (DoF), so you can walk around, turn and jump without any problems in a VR game.

Advantages and Disadvantages of the Oculus Quest

Can be used without a computer and without cables.
Uses the new Oculus Touch controllers.
Simple software set-up for immediate use.
Can also be used as PC VR glasses via an Oculus Link cable to use.
Offers a select range of VR games via Oculus Quest Store.
Battery lasts ± 2 hours.

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click here to order the Oculus Quest 128GB.

HTC Vive Focus Plus

The HTC Vive Focus Plus is a standalone headset intended for the enterprise VR market. The headset has the powerful Snapdragon 835 processor and has an image resolution of 1440 x 1600 pixels. Thanks to the 6 DoF controllers, the headset can be used well for playing VR games, but the headset is also very suitable for walking around in self-created VR applications. The Vive Focus Plus comes standard with Vive Wave software. With this software, HTC offers the possibility to get started with VR software development in a simple way.

The Vive Focus Plus comes standard with the Vive Advantage Service . This is a license that allows the headset to be used in a commercial environment, and with which HTC offers a more extensive warranty for business use.

Pros and Cons of the HTC Vive Focus Plus

Can be used without a computer and without cables.
6 DoF for great freedom of movement.
Recommended for VR software developers.
Includes business guarantee for the use of VR professionals.
Limited use for playing VR games.
Inside-out tracking is less reliable than external sensors.

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Oculus Go / Pico G2 4K

Oculus Go offers the perfect entry-level option for anyone looking for a first-time VR experience. The Oculus Go features a Snapdragon 821 processor, which is less powerful than its competition. But what makes the Oculus Go really nice is its very small size and light weight. This makes the Oculus Go perfect for watching VR videos or giving a short VR demonstration. For this reason, the Oculus Go is widely used in business environments where VR games are not played, but where users want to watch an image or video in virtual reality.