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Apple Vision Pro vs Meta Quest 3S

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Apple Vision Pro

Apple Vision Pro

  • Bluetooth 5.3 connection.
  • OLED display, 100 Hz.
  • Apple M2: 8-core CPU processor.
  • Up to 2 hours per charge.
  • Weighs 650 g.
KSh 500,000Out of Stock
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Meta Quest 3S

Meta Quest 3S

  • Qualcomm Snapdragon XR2 Gen 2 processor.
  • Bluetooth 5.2 connection.
  • LCD display, 120 Hz.
  • Approximately 2.5 hours.
  • Lenses and adjustment: three preset interpupillary-distance positions.
KSh 54,000In Stock

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Meta Quest 3S Xbox EditionKSh 59,000
Meta Quest 3KSh 86,000
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Our quick verdict

The Meta Quest 3S gives you the Meta Quest app library, scrolls more smoothly (120 Hz) and lasts longer per charge (2.5 hours), while the Apple Vision Pro gives you the Apple visionOS app library, offers 16 GB of storage and has an OLED screen with deeper blacks.

Connections

Apple Vision Pro
Bluetooth 5.3
Meta Quest 3S
Bluetooth 5.2

Performance

Apple Vision Pro
Apple M2: 8-core CPU processor
Meta Quest 3S
Qualcomm Snapdragon XR2 Gen 2 processor

Display

Apple Vision Pro
OLED display, 100 Hz
Meta Quest 3S
LCD display, 120 Hz

Battery life

Apple Vision Pro
Up to 2 hours per charge
Meta Quest 3S
Up to 2.5 hours per charge

Lenses and adjustment

Apple Vision Pro
Interpupillary-distance adjustment range: 51–75mm
Meta Quest 3S
Three preset interpupillary-distance positions

Key differences

The main differences to help you choose.

Apple Vision Pro

  • Apple Vision platform: the Apple visionOS app library.
  • More storage: 16 GB (vs 8 GB).
  • OLED display (vs LCD).
  • Apple M2: 8-core CPU processor.

Meta Quest 3S

  • Meta Quest platform: the Meta Quest app library.
  • Smoother 120 Hz display (vs 100 Hz).
  • Rated for up to 2.5 hours per charge (vs 2).

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PriorityApple Vision ProMeta Quest 3S
ConnectionsBluetooth 5.3Bluetooth 5.2
PerformanceApple M2: 8-core CPU processorQualcomm Snapdragon XR2 Gen 2 processor
DisplayOLED display, 100 HzLCD display, 120 Hz
Battery capacityUp to 2 hours of general use or 2.5 hours of video viewingApproximately 2.5 hours
Battery lifeUp to 2 hours per chargeUp to 2.5 hours per charge
Lenses and adjustmentInterpupillary-distance adjustment range: 51–75mmThree preset interpupillary-distance positions

Detailed comparison

Explore the full specifications, section by section.

General

General specifications comparison
SpecificationApple Vision ProMeta Quest 3S
BrandApple—
ModelVision Pro (M2, 2024)Meta Quest 3S
Product typeSpatial computing headsetStandalone mixed-reality headset

Design

Design specifications comparison
SpecificationApple Vision ProMeta Quest 3S
WeightHeadset: 600–650g depending on Light Seal and head band; separate battery: 353g—

Display

Display specifications comparison
SpecificationApple Vision ProMeta Quest 3S
Display technology and resolutionMicro-OLED 3D display system; 23 million pixels total; 92% DCI-P3 colour gamutLCD; 1832 × 1920 pixels per eye; 20 pixels per degree

Performance

Performance specifications comparison
SpecificationApple Vision ProMeta Quest 3S
ProcessorApple M2: 8-core CPU, 10-core GPU and 16-core Neural Engine; Apple R1 companion chipQualcomm Snapdragon XR2 Gen 2

Battery & Charging

Battery & Charging specifications comparison
SpecificationApple Vision ProMeta Quest 3S
Battery and runtimeUp to 2 hours of general use or 2.5 hours of video viewing; usable while the external battery is charging; actual runtime varies with settings, usage and conditionsApproximately 2.5 hours; runtime depends on use

Display & Performance

Display & Performance specifications comparison
SpecificationApple Vision ProMeta Quest 3S
Refresh rate90Hz, 96Hz and 100HzUp to 120Hz
Lenses and adjustmentInterpupillary-distance adjustment range: 51–75mmThree preset interpupillary-distance positions
Memory and storage16GB unified memory; supplied storage capacity is unverified8GB RAM; storage configuration listed separately by retailer
Field of view—96° horizontal; 90° vertical

Tracking & Interaction

Tracking & Interaction specifications comparison
SpecificationApple Vision ProMeta Quest 3S
Head and hand trackingSix world-facing tracking cameras, four eye-tracking cameras, TrueDepth camera, LiDAR scanner and four inertial measurement units; hands, eyes and voice inputHead and hand tracking
PassthroughTwo high-resolution main cameras; stereoscopic 3D camera system with spatial photo and video captureColour stereoscopic passthrough; 4MP, 18 pixels per degree
AudioSpatial Audio with dynamic head tracking; personalised Spatial Audio; six-microphone array with directional beamformingTwo speakers
Fit and accessibilityVoiceOver, Zoom, colour filters, voice control, switch control, dwell control and pointer control—
Controllers—Meta Quest Touch Plus controllers

Connection & Power

Connection & Power specifications comparison
SpecificationApple Vision ProMeta Quest 3S
Required platformvisionOSMeta Horizon OS; compatible PC through Quest Link or Air Link
Connection and portsWi-Fi 6 (802.11ax) and Bluetooth 5.3Wi-Fi 6E; Bluetooth 5.2; USB-C

Similarities

  • Both connect over Bluetooth.

In summary

Get the Meta Quest 3S if you want the Meta Quest app library and smoother scrolling, or the Apple Vision Pro if you would rather have the Apple visionOS app library and 16 GB of storage.

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