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@ThatHz-
December 19, 2024 at 9:20 am
Valve index?
@mashy712
December 19, 2024 at 3:35 pm
Dosent count as “AR”
@MethosOhio
December 19, 2024 at 7:11 pm
@@mashy712 True but the title says AR and VR and the Meta Raybans aren’t VR, so clearly you don’t have to have both to qualify. I think the Valve Index has been replaced by the BigScreen Beyond for the top tier wired PCVR use case.
@smittyvanjagermanjenson182
December 20, 2024 at 12:18 pm
Ancient history.
@WooootSD
December 19, 2024 at 9:42 am
Cnet just lost my subscription, when you make such a BS list, ignoring all the alternatives.
Did Meta pay for this commercial, or was this old goat too lazy to try other than Meta?
I will agree, that Quest3, probably is the best all rounded at that price range.
But there are several VR headsets, som are a LOT better on certain areas!
And calling the “Best” should be devided into segments, because you often see new VR headsets shine in 1-3 areas,
but then they dissapoint in 1-2 other areas. At least “best VR” should be divided into price groups.
Best around 250, 500, 1000, 1500, +1500..
– Pimax Crystal Light – Not better allround, but has a lot better visuals.
– Bigscreen – Has the best comfort – but got a glare problem
– VR1 – will probably win the best visual and FOV – but a lot more expensive
– Varjo XR4 is also leagues better than Quest – just also in another pricerange.
@smittyvanjagermanjenson182
December 19, 2024 at 10:55 am
Its cnet. They talk about consumer devices. I get that your hurt because they arent talking about enthusiast grade VR systems, but that’s just it, the average consumers aren’t going out of their way to buy an expensive PC and an expensive headset. Meta and Apple are the biggest players in the consumer space with standalone HMDs. Apple might be expensive, but they’re also Apple, a company known world wide, with loyal users. Then we have Meta who already has had VR headsets on retailers’ shelves for over a decade now. The other systems just can’t compete in the consumer space and are geared toward enterprise.
@fifthgeneration3371
December 19, 2024 at 10:29 am
I have Quest 3 and PSVR 2. My Q3 is in a weird spot because the PSVR 2 has completely spoiled me in terms of gaming with how good the graphics are, the haptics, the OLED black levels and contrast, etc it’s incredibly immersive that gaming on the Q3 isn’t the same. On the flip side I tried the Apple Vision Pro out for the 2 week return period and it’s the best tech I’ve ever used and the AR is incredible, the display resolution, the hand and eye tracking, the shadows and flow from windows, and above all else the Apple Ecosystem built right in with iCloud and everything is a GAME CHANGER. The Quest 3 definitely has it’s place, but feels like child’s play for games and AR after using PSVR 2 and Apple Vision Pro
@jakekisiel7399
December 19, 2024 at 2:00 pm
I agree and I own them all.
@deepanshhh
December 19, 2024 at 3:32 pm
It takes away the prize in terms of cost
@itscard0man
December 19, 2024 at 3:59 pm
I use the quest3 for pcvr . Id love to try a vision pro
@azurewrath6625
December 19, 2024 at 5:24 pm
Now there’s that big rumor of PSVR2 controllers pairing with AVP, wow!
@MrKinein
December 20, 2024 at 6:11 am
I have both too, glad to have them both. It doesn’t feel that there’s one clear winner for me at least. Quest 3 is an awesome fitness headset, it is more comfortable most of the time, and if friends are around I’ll give them Quest 3 as a hustle free experience.
PSVR 2 yeah WOW. It really makes me awe the visuals. Haptics are on another level too. But wires and lack of sound system kinda ruins it.
Still it is a go to headset if I don’t need to be physically active
@Tenchinu
December 19, 2024 at 10:57 am
no beyond?
cause thats the future right there
@SparkySven
December 19, 2024 at 11:02 am
You failed to mention Pimax Crystal Light which blows all VR headsets out of water. Meta Quest 3 is the only option for the average VR / AR user. But if you have more money then Varjo XR-4 and Somnium VR1 which you also failed to mention.
@TieDyeShyGuy
December 19, 2024 at 11:47 am
PSVR2 is my favorite but if someone doesn’t have a PS5 they should go with a Quest 3 or 3S. You’re not gonna get the AAA games PSVR2 has, but you’ll still have an amazing selection of games, that while not graphically on par with PSVR2, will have the advantage of no cable, so you can John Wick to your heart’s content, without tripping over the cable. If you have a PS5 go with PSVR2, the graphical difference and AAA games are worth it.
@MisterHearn
December 19, 2024 at 1:16 pm
I have a PSVR2 and a Quest 3. Honestly, regarding AAA games I’d say the Quest surpasses the PSVR2 because its exclusive titles like Batman Arkham Shadow, Asgard’s Wrath 2 and Assassin’s Creed Nexus. Plus the AR stuff like live sports, concerts and productivity that the PSVR2 simply doesn’t have.
There’s not much on PSVR2 that isn’t on the Quest. Granted the performance/graphics are scaled back a bit on Quest versions of games. I do like the haptics on PSVR2 but hate the wires.
I just wish Sony would release first-party games for PSVR2 but their recent strategy suggests that isn’t happening.
@RiyajJayaprakash
December 19, 2024 at 11:58 am
I need to see VR headsets getting wireless 🛜tech from LG .. that would really be awesome.
@mikemanzano5363
December 19, 2024 at 1:19 pm
best for what? there is no valuable information in this video
@smittyvanjagermanjenson182
December 20, 2024 at 12:23 pm
They all do similar things, but I’ll break it down for you.
Apple vision pro: best for productivity if you own apple devices. Highest quality displays.
PSVR2: great for gaming only, requires PC or PS5. Has HDR and Oled displays
Quest 3: best all around device. Use it for Gaming, working out, productivity, and socializing. it has a massive ecosystem already in place and can be used with PC to further enhance the experience.
Quest 3S: worse displays, but same as Quest 3.
@JohnJohn-kw9ve
December 19, 2024 at 1:58 pm
So quest 3, got it..
@hodasamadi7903
December 19, 2024 at 7:26 pm
Nope. PS VR2 🙂
@MrKinein
December 20, 2024 at 6:06 am
I have both. I can’t say that one or another way worse or better. But they kinda compliment each other.
If you want always crisp image and no wires – pick Q3.
If you want deep blacks and bright vivid colors, higher FOV – pick PSVR 2
Still think both heads are awesome! Especially for their price
@gregorygeorge8695
December 19, 2024 at 5:22 pm
With the recent sale and the adapter, the PSVR2 makes much more sense to buy now.
@fifthgeneration3371
December 20, 2024 at 12:58 am
@@gregorygeorge8695 yeah idk why he moved on from that segment so fast and almost seemed to dismiss it even though it’s far superior for strictly gaming
@MrKinein
December 20, 2024 at 6:07 am
and PSVR 2 is more often on sales!
@smittyvanjagermanjenson182
December 20, 2024 at 12:15 pm
@@fifthgeneration3371because you still need a PS5 or PC to use one, which is still pushing you past $1000 to have VR.
@MethosOhio
December 19, 2024 at 7:09 pm
It seems like BigScreen Beyond should have gotten a mention as a successor to the Valve Index. Being the lightest headset with the best microphone and microled displays should count for something even if it does have a wire.
@MrKinein
December 20, 2024 at 6:07 am
yep, that is quite unique and awesome headset
Sadly it’s not mass market
@smittyvanjagermanjenson182
December 20, 2024 at 12:12 pm
This is a consumer channel. Meaning “what devices can a regular person walk into a store and buy”
All the underground hyper enthusiasts’ devices aren’t what this channel is about.
@rosariodagosto6484
December 19, 2024 at 8:47 pm
junk good for parts
@911gogogo
December 19, 2024 at 10:40 pm
I love you scott!!
@MaisieSqueak
December 20, 2024 at 12:23 am
Unless you need a new macbook 3.5 THOUSAND POUNDS is utter extortion.
I really want a new headset this year but i just know were going to hear about the Quest 4 the fricking moment i walk out the shop door with a Quest 3 under my arm.
@smittyvanjagermanjenson182
December 20, 2024 at 12:09 pm
Nah, the 4 isn’t getting announced until late fall of 2026 at the earliest. The 3S just launched, which means they’ll be leveraging the capabilities of the 3 for a lot longer. The 3 is a great system
@dennismcenaney7139
December 20, 2024 at 5:20 am
For a young man who wears glasses, how well do these products work? Do they fit over your glasses as some look as though they dont?
@MrKinein
December 20, 2024 at 6:05 am
Most VR glasses include a solution for people with glasses. Quest 2 has thin plastic insert in the face interface to increase distance to accomodate glasses. Quest 3 has advanced face interface that can slide in and out to increase distance. Best in that sense is PSVR 2 – it has halo strap, so headset sits on your forehead not your face, and lenses can be shifted to any distance, which makes most glasses possible.
However! As a man with a large VR experience I should warn you of two things:
1 – I still think it’s a risky endevaour to use glasses with VR. You see the VR glasses are not made from glass, they’re plastic. They scratch easily by your (metal) glass frame. Scratches for VR could be an end for expensive hardware.
2 – By adding distance to lenses you’ll compromise your VR experience. It will be still fun, but worse visuals then normal. Not that bad for Quest 3, but for others – quite worse. Image will be blurrier, FOV narrower.
But I have a solution for all of that – you either use contact lenses or add prescription lenses inside your VR headset. Companies like Zenni VR or VR rock will get you covered!
Happy VR experience my friend!
@sulimanbabar
December 20, 2024 at 5:36 am
Quest 3 all the way hands down. The price point, the eco system..
@PSYCHOV3N0M
December 20, 2024 at 12:30 pm
Quest 3 is great but your enjoyment of a product should be based on the experience it provides and NOT how much you paid for it.
Imagine if Quest 3 was $1,000 at launch. It would be illogical to not praise what it can do just because of the price.
@nr-xp3dc
December 20, 2024 at 5:52 am
These so called best are best amongst a group of worst vr devices so save your money.
@kevinwilson115
December 20, 2024 at 11:01 am
No Pimax Crystal mention at all? Hmm maybe do more research!
@smittyvanjagermanjenson182
December 20, 2024 at 12:05 pm
Yes. An extremely expensive headset from a sketchy company with janky software and a multitude of troubleshooting headaches.. something average consumers absolutely want to deal with. Did I mention you need a PC with an RTX 4090 to even make the most of a pimax?
@tsufulzoo1
December 20, 2024 at 5:04 pm
@@smittyvanjagermanjenson182 $3500 apple headset got a mention tho…
@CNET
December 20, 2024 at 11:16 am
Read more on CNET.com: Best VR Headset of 2024
@donovyegg1
December 20, 2024 at 10:36 pm
Vision Pro is the best!
@michaelclary2267
December 21, 2024 at 6:02 am
What about the meta 3pro?
@Omalley69
December 21, 2024 at 7:44 am
What can i use with a samsung a52s ?
@ghoulsans991
December 21, 2024 at 11:27 am
Only 500 bucks… I’m just poor