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Oculus Rift vs Oculus Rift S

4.8 in
11.85 in
Oculus Rift VR Headset
Oculus Rift
6.3 in
10.94 in
Oculus Rift S VR Headset
Oculus Rift S
Available colors
Editiorial reviews
65
3.9 out of 5
28 user ratings
5 stars
17 %
4 stars
64 %
3 stars
14 %
2 stars
3 %
1 stars
0 %
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16
4.1 out of 5
6 user ratings
5 stars
16 %
4 stars
83 %
3 stars
0 %
2 stars
0 %
1 stars
0 %
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User rating
43
4.1 out of 5
43 user ratings
5 stars
34 %
4 stars
41 %
3 stars
20 %
2 stars
2 %
1 stars
0 %
43
4.0 out of 5
43 user ratings
5 stars
37 %
4 stars
32 %
3 stars
27 %
2 stars
2 %
1 stars
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Display

Oculus RiftOculus Rift
Oculus Rift SOculus Rift S
Display sourceBuilt inBuilt in
Resolution per eye1080 x 1200 px1280 x 1600 px
Display technologyOLEDLCD
Field of view110.0 °110.0 °
Refresh rate90.0 Hz80.0 Hz

Features

Oculus RiftOculus Rift
Oculus Rift SOculus Rift S
Glasses compatibleyesyes
Position trackingyesyes
Optics correctionyesyes
Focus adjustmentyesyes
Movement tracking6 degrees of freedom6 degrees of freedom
Headphone connectionBuilt-in headphonesBuilt-in headphones
Room-scale trackingyesyes
Supplied accessories GamepadGamepad
Coloration modeMonotoneMonotone
Adjustable strapsyesyes
Built-in headphonesyesyes

Dimensions

Oculus RiftOculus Rift
Oculus Rift SOculus Rift S
Height11.85 in10.94 in
Width4.8 in6.3 in
Depth8.86 in8.27 in
Weight16.58 oz19.86 oz

Design

Oculus RiftOculus Rift
Oculus Rift SOculus Rift S
Colour of productBlackBlack
Body materialPlasticPlastic

Connectivity

Oculus RiftOculus Rift
Oculus Rift SOculus Rift S
Controller compatibility
  • Oculus Touch
  • Xbox One Wireless gamepad
  • Oculus Touch
  • Xbox One Wireless gamepad
Bluetoothyesyes
HDMIyesyes
USByesyes
Type of USB connector
USB
USB
Number of USB 2.011
Number of USB 3.0/3.1 (Gen 1)33
Card reader integratednono

Power

Oculus RiftOculus Rift
Oculus Rift SOculus Rift S
Powered via USByesyes

Requirements

Oculus RiftOculus Rift
Oculus Rift SOculus Rift S
Recommended RAM memory8.0 GB8.0 GB
Compatible OS
  • Windows 10
  • Windows 8.1
  • Windows 8
  • Windows 7
Windows 10

Pros & Cons

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          Oculus Rift vs Oculus Rift S - User Opinions

          • lonnie
            over 1 year ago
            It's difficult to say which VR headset is better, as it depends on the user's specific needs and preferences. Both the Oculus Rift and the Oculus Rift S are part of the Oculus line of VR products, but there are differences in their display and tracking technology. The Oculus Rift uses two OLED displays and external sensors for tracking, while the Oculus Rift S has a single LCD display and built-in cameras for tracking. It may be helpful to try out both headsets and compare them to determine which one is the best fit for the user.
          • sid
            over 1 year ago
            It is difficult to say which one is better, as it ultimately depends on the specific needs and preferences of the individual user. Both the Oculus Rift and the Oculus Rift S are virtual reality headsets that are designed for use with personal computers, and are part of the Oculus line of VR products. However, there are some key differences between the two devices that may be important to consider when deciding which one to purchase. One key difference is the display technology used in each headset. The Oculus Rift uses two OLED displays, while the Oculus Rift S uses a single LCD display. OLED displays are generally considered to be superior to LCD displays, with better color accuracy, contrast, and viewing angles. However, LCD displays are generally less expensive and have a faster refresh rate, which may be important for certain types of games or experiences. Another key difference is the tracking technology used in each headset. The Oculus Rift uses external sensors that are placed in the room to track the position of the headset, while the Oculus Rift S uses built-in cameras to track the position of the headset. The external sensors on the Oculus Rift provide more accurate tracking, but the built-in cameras on the Oculus Rift S are more convenient and easier to set up. Overall, the main differences between the Oculus Rift and the Oculus Rift S are the display technology and tracking technology used in each headset. Depending on the individual user's needs and preferences, one headset may be better suited for their use case than the other. It may be helpful to try out both headsets and compare them side-by-side to determine which one is the best fit for the user.
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          Oculus Rift vs Oculus Rift S - Editorial Reviews (4)

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          Oculus Rift S review: A swan song for first-generation VR
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          The Verge
          Published: 30.04.2019
          Oculus Rift S review: A swan song for first-generation VR
          3.5

          A great new tracking system and some smaller trade-offs

          Oculus Rift S Review: High-End VR That's Within Reach
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          WIRED
          Published: 18.03.2020
          Oculus Rift S Review: High-End VR That's Within Reach
          4.0

          It took a half decade, but Oculus has delivered on the promise of the first Rift.

          Oculus Quest 2 vs. Oculus Rift S: Which VR Headset Should You Buy?
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          PCMAG
          Published: 16.09.2020
          Oculus Quest 2 vs. Oculus Rift S: Which VR Headset Should You Buy?
          4.5

          The Oculus Quest 2 is a standalone, Snapdragon-powered VR system. The Oculus Rift S is a PC-tethered headset. Which one should you get?

          Oculus Rift S vs. Oculus Quest: Which should you buy?
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          Windows Central
          Published: 22.09.2020
          Oculus Rift S vs. Oculus Quest: Which should you buy?

          Oculus has two older VR headsets, and you're probably wondering what the differences are and which one is best for you. While the Oculus Quest 2 is a better purchase than both of them, ...

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