Design
Weight
We consider a lower weight better because lighter devices are more comfortable to carry. A lower weight is also an advantage for home appliances, as it makes transportation easier, and for many other types of products.
- HTC Vive Cosmos null
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- Oculus Go 468g
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Can be used wirelessly
Wireless devices allow users more freedom of movement.
- HTC Vive Cosmos
- Oculus Go
Adjustable IPD
Interpupillary distance (IPD) is the distance between the center of your eyes. Without adjustable IPD, the lenses of a VR headset may not line up with your pupils, which can result in eye strain and nausea.
- HTC Vive Cosmos
- Oculus Go
Battery power
Battery power, or battery capacity, represents the amount of electrical energy that a battery can store. More battery power can be an indication of longer battery life.
- HTC Vive Cosmos null
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- Oculus Go 2600mAh
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Has a battery level indicator
An indicator shows you when the device has low battery.
- HTC Vive Cosmos
- Oculus Go
Thickness
The thickness (or depth) of the product.
- HTC Vive Cosmos null
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- Oculus Go 115mm
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Height
The height represents the vertical dimension of the product.
- HTC Vive Cosmos null
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- Oculus Go 105mm
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Volume
Volume is the quantity of three-dimensional space enclosed by the product's chassis or, in simpler terms, the space the product occupies.
- HTC Vive Cosmos 0cm³
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- Oculus Go 2294.25cm³
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Width
The width represents the horizontal dimension of the product.
- HTC Vive Cosmos null
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- Oculus Go 190mm
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Display & Lenses
Screen size
The bigger the screen size is, the better the user experience.
- HTC Vive Cosmos 6.8"
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- Oculus Go 5.5"
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Resolution
Resolution is an essential indicator of a screen's image quality, representing the maximum amount of pixels that can be shown on the screen. The resolution is given as a compound value, comprised of horizontal and vertical pixels.
- HTC Vive Cosmos 2880 x 1700px
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- Oculus Go 2560 x 1440px
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Field of view
A wider field of view assures an immersive and realistic experience.
- HTC Vive Cosmos 110°
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- Oculus Go 101°
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Refresh rate
The frequency at which the screen is refreshed. Higher frequency results in less flickering (less noise) and more natural movement representation in action-intense scenes.
- HTC Vive Cosmos 90Hz
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- Oculus Go 60Hz
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Display type
The type of technology used in the display.
- HTC Vive Cosmos ips, lcd
- Oculus Go lcd
Has adjustable lenses
With adjustable lenses, the device can assure a sharp and clear image for a wide range of users, including users who usually wear glasses.
- HTC Vive Cosmos
- Oculus Go
Pixel density
Pixel density is a measurement of a screen's resolution, expressed as the number of pixels per inch (PPI) on the screen. A higher pixel density translates into more clarity and sharpness for the images rendered on the screen, thus improving the quality of the viewing experience.
- HTC Vive Cosmos null
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- Oculus Go 5380ppi
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Performance
CPU speed
The CPU speed indicates how many processing cycles per second can be executed by a CPU, considering all of its cores (processing units). It is calculated by adding the clock rates of each core or, in the case of multi-core processors employing different microarchitectures, of each group of cores.
- HTC Vive Cosmos x GHz
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- Oculus Go 2 x 2.4GHz & 2 x 1.6GHz
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Internal storage
The internal storage refers to the built-in storage space available in a device for system data, apps, and user-generated data. With a large amount of internal storage, you can save more files and apps on your device.
- HTC Vive Cosmos null
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- Oculus Go 64GB
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Has an external memory slot
The device has a standard memory slot (such as an SD or micro SD card slot) that enables you to extend the built-in internal storage with affordable memory modules, or easily retrieve data, such as photographs, from the memory card.
- HTC Vive Cosmos
- Oculus Go
Tracking
Can track 360° head movement
The headset has multiple sensors and cameras that assure low latency tracking for 360° movements.
- HTC Vive Cosmos
- Oculus Go
Has an accelerometer
An accelerometer is a sensor used to measure the linear acceleration of a device. A common application is detecting when a device changes between vertical and horizontal positions.
- HTC Vive Cosmos
- Oculus Go
Has gesture control
The gesture control function allows you to manipulate virtual objects.
- HTC Vive Cosmos
- Oculus Go
Has an infrared sensor
With an infrared sensor the device can detect motion by measuring the infrared (IR) light radiating from objects in its field of view.
- HTC Vive Cosmos
- Oculus Go
Has gaze and eye tracking capabilities
The device can track the movement of your eyes and your gaze, making it easy to interact with the content.
- HTC Vive Cosmos
- Oculus Go
Has a laser tracking system
The device uses laser emitters that fill the space with non-visible light, accurately calculating the distance between objects based on the time it takes for the light to reach the photosensors on the head-mounted headset.
- HTC Vive Cosmos
- Oculus Go
Number of cameras
Cameras are used for optical tracking and/or recording videos.
- HTC Vive Cosmos 6
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- Oculus Go null
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Has a compass
A compass is useful for gaming, maps, and navigation software.
- HTC Vive Cosmos
- Oculus Go
Connectivity
Has USB Type-C
The USB Type-C features reversible plug orientation and cable direction.
- HTC Vive Cosmos
- Oculus Go
Bluetooth version
Bluetooth is a wireless technology standard that allows data transfers between devices placed in close proximity, using short-wavelength, ultra-high frequency radio waves. Newer versions provide faster data transfers.
- HTC Vive Cosmos null
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- Oculus Go 4.1
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Is compatible with Android
It is compatible with a range of Android devices such as smartphones and tablets.
- HTC Vive Cosmos
- Oculus Go
Is compatible with iOS
It is compatible with a range of iOS devices such as iPhones, iPads and the iPod Touch.
- HTC Vive Cosmos
- Oculus Go
Mini DisplayPort outputs
Allows you to connect to a display using mini-DisplayPort.
- HTC Vive Cosmos 1
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- Oculus Go null
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Supports Wi-Fi
The device can connect to Wi-Fi.
- HTC Vive Cosmos
- Oculus Go
Wi-Fi version
The Wi-Fi versions supported by the device.
- HTC Vive Cosmos null
- Oculus Go wifi_5, wifi_4
Is DLNA-certified
All DLNA-certified products are compatible with one another. When different devices are connected to the same network, data can be transferred easily between them.
- HTC Vive Cosmos
- Oculus Go null
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Features
Has see-through mode
See-through mode uses cameras on the front of the VR headset to allow you to see your surroundings without taking the headset off.
- HTC Vive Cosmos
- Oculus Go
Has a socket for a 3.5 mm audio jack
With a standard mini jack socket, you can use the device with most headphones.
- HTC Vive Cosmos
- Oculus Go
Supports a remote smartphone
This technology allows the users to use their smartphone as a remote control for the device.
- HTC Vive Cosmos
- Oculus Go
Has a remote control
A remote control allows you to control the device remotely. The remote control can be included or optional.
- HTC Vive Cosmos
- Oculus Go
Number of microphones
More microphones result in better sound quality and enable the device to filter out background noise.
- HTC Vive Cosmos null
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- Oculus Go 2
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Has voice commands
You can use your voice to control key functions of the device and you can easily access your device without pushing any button.
- HTC Vive Cosmos
- Oculus Go