Oculus Quest 2 Review
Oculus tinkered with standalone virtual reality with its Go headset, but it wasn't until the Quest that the company really nailed a genuinely immersive VR experience without any cables. The Oculus Quest 2 follows in the footsteps of its predecessor, but with a more powerful processor, a sharper screen, and a lighter design. It does all of this for just $299.99, a full $100 less than the original Quest and significantly lower than competitors like the $699 HTC Vive Cosmos. Add optional PC tethering with an accessory cable, and you have a comprehensive VR system at the most reasonable price we’ve seen, earning our Editors’ Choice for VR headsets.Design The Quest 2 is a bit smaller and lighter than the original, weighing 17.7 ounces and measuring 4.0 by 7.5 by 5.6 inches (HWD), not including the strap. The smooth plastic chassis of the headset is white, with the plastic and foam eye mask behind it a contrasting black. The front faceplate is nearly bare, with four position-tracking ca...
The Oculus Quest 2 improves on nearly everything from the original at a more affordable price, making it the best $300 VR headset for newbies and experienced users alike.
No cables required; Sharp display; Powerful processor; Accurate motion tracking; Optional PC tethering with accessory cable
Short battery life