Deciding on whether to buy a product like HTC Vive Pro or perhaps SONY PlayStation VR Starter Pack, White? You’re in the right place as we’ll take you through all of the specs, features and look at the quality, pricing and reviews of both to help you make the decision on which one to go for.

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HTC Vive Pro vs SONY PlayStation VR Starter Pack, White

HTC Vive Pro specs

HTC Vive Pro
 SONY PlayStation VR Starter Pack, White specs

SONY PlayStation VR Starter Pack, White
Type: Virtual reality headset

Type: PlayStation VR

Compatibility: A PC meeting or exceeding the below specs is required to run the HTC Vive:

– Windows 7 or later
– Intel® Core™ i5-4590 / AMD FX 8350 or better
– NVIDIA GeForce GTX 970 / AMD Radeon R9 290 or better
– 4 GB of RAM or more
– DisplayPort 1.2 or later
– USB 3.0 x 1 or later

Colour: Black

Works with: Steam VR

CONSOLE
Connectivity: – DisplayPort 1.2 x 1
– USB 3.0 x 1

FEATURES

Connectivity: – PS VR headset connection adaptor
– HDMI
– USB

Features: – 1920 x 1080p resolution (120 fps)
– Built-in microphone
– 360-degree vision
– 3D audio
– Social screen (mirroring mode, separate mode)
– Cinematic mode

1.: – 2880 x 1600 combined resolution and 90 Hz refresh rate
– Interchangeable foam inserts and nose pads provide customised comfort – fits most glasses

CONTROLLERS
2.: – Hi-Res 3D audio with built-in headset
– Dual microphones for active noise cancellation
– Alert mode and conversation mode

3.: – Two base stations deliver 360° motion tracking
– Base stations sync wirelessly and only require a power cable

Controller type: Control using DualShock 4 controller or PlayStation Move

4.: Supports room scale play up to 7 m x 7 m

Controller connectivity: Controllers connect to PlayStation 4 console – wireless or via USB

5.: Two handheld controllers each have 24 sensors for accurate motion tracking

Controller features: Requires PlayStation 4 console to work

GENERAL

GAMES

Requirements: – PC meeting the minimum specs
– Internet connection

Games included: PlayStation VR Worlds

Colour: Blue

Game genre: Simulator

Box contents: – HTC Vive Pro headset
– Wireless controls x 2
– Base Station 2.0 x 2
– Link box
– Power adapters
– DisplayPort cable
– USB cable
– Mounting pad
– Motion sensors x 2
– Cleaning cloth

Minimum age: 16+

Dimensions: 240 x 379 x 575 mm (H x W x D)

GENERAL
Weight: 6.25 kg

Manufacturer’s guarantee: 2 years

Box contents: – Sony PlayStation VR headset
– Sony PlayStation Camera
– VR Worlds download code
– HDMI cable
– USB cable
– AC power cord
– Stereo headset connection adaptor

Dimensions: 35y x 272 x 211 mm (H x W x D)

Weight: 2.81 kg

Price: £1299

Price: £259

Number of Reviews:

Number of Reviews: 373

Review Score: 8.3 / 10

Review Score: 9.9 / 10


When deciding on whether to buy HTC Vive Pro or SONY PlayStation VR Starter Pack, White, a very important consideration is the price. So we’re going to spend a bit of time looking at the price of both.

To start with, we looked at the price of the 12 products in the same category as HTC Vive Pro, which is the Virtual Reality category. Of these 12 products the average price was £412.33, the most expensive was £1299 and the cheapest was just £194. We then looked at the price of the 12 in the same as the SONY PlayStation VR Starter Pack, White, which of course the average was £412.33, top price was £1299 and cheapest £194.

We then looked specifically at the average price of products from HTC and Sony, the average was £899.00 for HTC, £414.71 for Sony. The max for each was £1299/£13999 and minimum was £499/£7.49

Price analysis of HTC Vive Pro

Price analysis of SONY PlayStation VR Starter Pack, White

  • HTC Vive Pro
  • Full virtual reality experience at home
  • 110° field of view with improved screen panel
  • Hi-Res 3D spatial audio
  • Includes everything you need to run VR on your PC
  • 32 headset sensors for 360° motion tracking
  • Improved resolution for even better VR The Vive Pro brings virtual reality that much closer to real life. You’ve got an improved screen panel with a higher resolution than before, so colours are more vibrant, details are more realistic and everything looks like it’s really there. The headset has also been improved – the weight is more evenly distributed, and the strap is easier to adjust and secure. Simply put the headset on and slide the strap over your head. Done. Hi-Resolution Audio with 3D audio The Vive Pro has a headset built in, so you’ll get incredible quality surround sound audio. The Vive Pro is Hi-Res Audio certified as well, so you know you’re going to get music and game audio that makes you feel a part of the virtual world. But don’t worry – if you’re playing a game that includes your friends in the real world, you can use Conversation Mode to hear what they’re saying. And if someone needs to get your attention, there’s Alert Mode. You’ll get a notification in-game, so if you’re in the middle of a haunted house you won’t be terrified when someone taps your shoulder. Enjoy pinpoint accuracy Dual motion controls and high-tech sensors throughout the headset give pinpoint accuracy as you explore and interact with digital worlds. Turn your head, touch objects, and even move around freely – the Vive Pro duplicates your movements in game to make it feel like you’re genuinely there.
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  • SONY PlayStation VR Starter Pack, White
  • Experience 3D gaming & augmented reality
  • 360° vision & true 3D audio
  • Compatible with PlayStation 4
  • Full HD graphics at 120 fps
  • Built-in microphone
  • Top features:- Play VR games on your PS4 – Immerse yourself in VR as though it’s real life – VR Worlds has five worlds for you to explore Play VR gamesThe Sony PlayStation VR Starter Pack contains everything you need to dive into VR. VR Worlds provides five different VR experiences, and the VR headset creates them around you.The included camera lets you play with facial recognition and broadcasting. Whether you’re thinking of jumping into streaming or are already a YouTube sensation, you’ll be able to share your gaming sessions with the world.Immerse yourselfThe large screen in the headset lets you see much of the world at once, with 360¬∞ vision making it easy to explore your virtual surroundings. 3D audio means you’ll hear those approaching footsteps or that distant scream with the same precision as you would in real life, so you know which way to run!The controls work with you to keep you immersed in the virtual world. Whether you’re using you dualshock controller, a PlayStation Move motion controller, or a PlayStation VR Aim controller, you can lose yourself in the game without losing control.VR WorldsKick-start your VR game collection with five unique VR experiences. Come face-to-face with a great white shark, crawl through a decaying space hulk, weave around oncoming traffic, survive a hyper-dangerous futuristic sport, or come back to earth with a gritty London gangster thriller.Whatever world you want, you can lose yourself in it with PlayStation VR.
  • Product codes: 711719952169

What’s better HTC Vive Pro or SONY PlayStation VR Starter Pack, White?

There are obviously a number of differences between HTC Vive Pro and SONY PlayStation VR Starter Pack, White, but there are several things that you can use when comparing the two. The first of these, which we’ve already covered, is price. Make sure you spend a bit of time deciding how much you are willing and able to spend on your product to really get a good idea if the £1299 cost of HTC Vive Pro is closer to the expectation you had than the £259 pricep point of SONY PlayStation VR Starter Pack, White.

Once you’ve nailed down everything there is to know on the price of both, the next step is to really study the reviews. Taking the time to read reviews of both will really help you to decide which is a better product between HTC Vive Pro and SONY PlayStation VR Starter Pack, White. We looked at the reviews over at Currys PC World for both products and found that HTC Vive Pro scores out of 10 from reviews. Whereas SONY PlayStation VR Starter Pack, White scores 9.2 out of 10 from 373 reviews.

It’s also really worthwhile spending the time to look at the key differences between the two products. For that you can use our comparison table about which looks at the main features of both products to give you a clear idea of where one product perhaps benefits over another. When comparing the two it’s a really good idea to have an idea in your mind of the key features that you need from your Virtual Reality as this will help you to narrow down the products that do or don’t meet your criteria.



HTC Vive Pro



Rating:
8.43 out of
10