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Microsoft HoloLens vs Sony PlayStation VR

    Microsoft HoloLens VR Headset
    Microsoft HoloLens
      7.36 in
      7.28 in
      Sony PlayStation VR Headset
      Sony PlayStation VR
      Editiorial reviews
      9
      9 editorial reviews
      Lighter, with a better viewRead more
      The HoloLens 2 isn't meant for your home, but that's what makes it so futuristic. The headset is built for "collaborative visualization" that's more complete and intense than any home AR or VR headset. And importantly, the HoloLens 2 fixes the flaws of its predecessor.Read more
      In anticipation of the debut of Microsoft's HoloLens 2, we've unearthed the first-generation HoloLens and "retroreviewed" it, with an eye toward how Microsoft could improve its next-generation augmented reality headset.Read more
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      83
      4.1 out of 5
      33 user ratings
      5 stars
      		24 %
      4 stars
      		63 %
      3 stars
      		12 %
      2 stars
      		0 %
      1 stars
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      User rating
      42
      4.0 out of 5
      42 user ratings
      5 stars
      		23 %
      4 stars
      		57 %
      3 stars
      		16 %
      2 stars
      		2 %
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      4.2 out of 5
      45 user ratings
      5 stars
      		35 %
      4 stars
      		44 %
      3 stars
      		20 %
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      Full Comparison

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      Display

      Microsoft HoloLensMicrosoft HoloLens
      Sony PlayStation VRSony PlayStation VR
      Display sourceBuilt inBuilt in
      Reality typeAugmented RealityVirtual Reality
      Field of view120.0 °100.0 °
      Refresh rate60.0 Hz120.0 Hz

      Features

      Microsoft HoloLensMicrosoft HoloLens
      Sony PlayStation VRSony PlayStation VR
      Glasses compatibleyesyes
      Position trackingyesyes
      Optics correctionyesyes
      Headphone connectionBuilt-in headphonesExternal headphones required

      Dimensions

      Microsoft HoloLensMicrosoft HoloLens
      Sony PlayStation VRSony PlayStation VR
      Weight20.81 oz21.16 oz

      Design

      Microsoft HoloLensMicrosoft HoloLens
      Sony PlayStation VRSony PlayStation VR
      Body materialPlastic
      • Foam
      • Plastic

      Connectivity

      Microsoft HoloLensMicrosoft HoloLens
      Sony PlayStation VRSony PlayStation VR
      Controller compatibilityProprietary Controller
      • Dualshock 4
      • PlayStation Move
      • PlayStation Aim
      Type of USB connectorMicro-USB
      USB

      Pros & Cons

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