Meta Quest 3S /128GB

The Meta Quest 3S is Meta’s budget-friendly standalone VR and mixed reality headset, launched on October 15, 2024. It offers many of the core features of the Meta Quest 3 at a more accessible price point, making it an excellent entry-level option for newcomers to virtual reality.

🎮 Key Features & Specs

• Storage Options: 128GB

• Processor & RAM: Powered by the Qualcomm Snapdragon XR2 Gen 2 chipset with 8GB LPDDR5 RAM, ensuring smooth performance across VR and MR applications .

• Display: Features 1832×1920 per eye LCD panels at 90–120Hz, inherited from the Quest 2. While not as sharp as the Quest 3’s displays, it delivers a solid visual experience for most users .

• Lenses: Utilizes Fresnel lenses, which are bulkier and may introduce some edge blurring, unlike the slimmer pancake lenses in the Quest 3 

• Mixed Reality: Equipped with full-color passthrough via dual 4MP RGB cameras, enabling immersive mixed reality experiences .

• Controllers: Comes with Touch Plus controllers, offering precise tracking and haptic feedback .

• Battery Life: Approximately 2–3 hours of usage on a full charge .

• Weight: Weighs 514 grams, making it slightly lighter than the Quest 3 .

🧠 Performance & Compatibility

Despite its lower-resolution display, the Quest 3S shares the same processor and RAM as the Quest 3, ensuring compatibility with all Quest apps and games, including titles like Batman: Arkham Shadow, which was bundled with the headset at launch . The headset supports full 6DoF tracking, hand tracking, and offers a wireless experience, enhancing immersion without the hassle of cables .

✅ Pros

• Affordable Entry Point: Offers a cost-effective way to experience VR and MR without significant compromises .

• Robust Performance: Shares the same powerful processor and RAM as the Quest 3, ensuring smooth operation .

• Comfortable Design: Lighter and more comfortable than previous models, suitable for extended use .

• Wireless Freedom: Enjoy VR experiences without the constraints of cables .