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[Miyazaki’s Slave]

https://www.meta.com/quest/quest-3s/

Some quick highlights:
Starts at $299.99 for 128gb model.
1832 x 1920 773 PPI 20 PPD display resolution (lower compared to quest 3)
Supports 90 and 120 hrz
Snapdragon XR2 Gen 2 (matches quest 3)
Upgraded battery @4324 mAh (vs. 3640 mAh for quest 2)

Updates to their existing line of headsets:
Quest 2 - End of Life device?
Quest 3 - Eliminate 128gb version. Plan to reduce price of Quest 3 512gb version to $499.99USD

Personal Opinion:
This looks like a WIN but it seems weird to have this available today with no matching event etc. I didn't even have this on my radar until holiday season*.
There is a meta quest event today and tomorrow, which I completely slept on apparently. (updated based on thread).
Seems to be an affordable upgrade coming from Quest 2.

 

[SEGAvangelist]

Not bad. I wonder how this affects Quest 3 pricing. Looking to sell mine.

 

[DenchDeckard]

Wait? Is this better than quest 3 or worse

Oh its worse. Ignore me.

 

[kevboard]

Personal Opinion:
This looks like a WIN but it seems weird to have this shadow drop today. I didn't even have this on my radar.
Seems to be an affordable upgrade coming from Quest 2.

pretty sure they did clarify early on after the Quest 3 came out that they are working on a cheaper version

 

[Miyazaki’s Slave]

For the consumer space I think this will be a huge win for them. Upgrading from a quest 2 will give a user a significantly better experience (better SOC, better battery, fantastic pass through) at more than half the price of the Quest 3 512gb version. All they need is a hardware trade-in program to pull consumer level Quest 2 adopters.

 

[HogIsland]

Meta is doing a great job with VR hardware, and a pretty good job with system software/firmware. It's just the whole gaming+application ecosystem that kinda sucks.

 

[MarkMe2525]

Those glasses they showed us (Orion) were mind melting. Really put those other pretenders we have been seeing recently (Snap) to shame. The future is now.

Not bad. I wonder how this affects Quest 3 pricing. Looking to sell mine.

Considering they are eliminating the 128gb model and shifting the 512gb model to $499, this probably lowered your resale value.

https://www.meta.com/quest/quest-3s/

Personal Opinion:
This looks like a WIN but it seems weird to have this shadow drop today. I didn't even have this on my radar.
Seems to be an affordable upgrade coming from Quest 2.

This is the furthest thing from a shadow drop. We have had full specs and images of the device for months. We had a good idea about the price for a similar amount of time.

 

[Miyazaki’s Slave]

Those glasses they showed us (Orion) were mind melting. Really put those other pretenders we have been seeing recently (Snap) to shame. The future is now.

Considering they are eliminating the 128gb model and shifting the 512gb model to $499, this probably lowered your resale value.



This is the furthest thing from a shadow drop. We have had full specs and images of the device for months. We had a good idea about the price for a similar amount of time.

To clarify*
Usually hardware is paired with an event of some sort. There wasn't a Meta event this week so the sudden appearance of the pre-order page was unexpected.

 

[SEGAvangelist]

Considering they are eliminating the 128gb model and shifting the 512gb model to $499, this probably lowered your resale value.

Poop.

 

[Stitch]

There wasn't a Meta event this week so the sudden appearance of the pre-order page was unexpected.

There's a Meta Connect event today and tomorrow

 

[Miyazaki’s Slave]

shifting the 512gb model to $499

128gb is $499 and out of stock currently. 512gb version is $649

 

[Miyazaki’s Slave]

There's a Meta Connect event today and tomorrow

You are correct sir/madam!

 

[MarkMe2525]

128gb is $499 and out of stock currently. 512gb version is $649

They announced today they are shifting the price of the 512gb to $499 and eliminating the 128gb model.

 

[Miyazaki’s Slave]

They announced today they are shifting the price of the 512gb to $499 and eliminating the 128gb model.

Added!

I don't think I would personally choose the 3S over the 3 but admittedly my opinion isn't a biased-free one. If you purchase the 256gb version of the Quest 3S its $399.99....upgrading to the reduced priced Quest 3 seems like a no brainer in this specific case.

Anyone see this is an outstanding value for a consumer or is it too pricey?

 

[MarkMe2525]

Poop.

Best bet would be try to move fast before these price changes go into effect.

Added!

I don't think I would personally choose the 3S over the 3 but admittedly my opinion isn't a biased-free one. If you purchase the 256gb version of the Quest 3S its $399.99....upgrading to the reduced priced Quest 3 seems like a no brainer in this specific case.

Anyone see this is an outstanding value for a consumer or is it too pricey?

1000% agree. The pancake lenses paired with 512gb is a fantastic addition. I own a 512gb myself and only have around 150gb free, but I'm also a VR nut.

 

[SmokedMeat]

$299 with Batman? Looks like I’m getting back into VR

 

[Punished Miku]

I have Quest 2, but will likely wait for a Quest 4 at this rate.

 

[poppabk]

I have Quest 2, but will likely wait for a Quest 4 at this rate.

Yeah, I am mainly using my Quest 2 for PCVR so the S version is not really an upgrade and the Quest 3 is just too pricey, the effective upgrade in storage again doesn't do anything for me.

 

[Magic Carpet]

I got the Quest 3 and am waiting for Steam Deckard (Rumored VR device).
The optics are worth the extra money for the Quest 3.
But, The Quest 3S for only 300 bucks might be a good compromise.
Many VR games being made seem to be targeting around these devices anyway.
So if it runs on the Quest 3 your good for several years.

 

[Wonko_C]

I can barely keep up with the standard 7-8 year console cycle (I haven't even purchased a PS5), so a 3 year console cycle which seems what Meta is doing is just insane to me after owning a Quest 2 two years prior. I'll wait for Quest 4. (Hopefully they add eye tracking this time around)

 

[Branded]

Maybe I'll finally play Alyx then! Would be great to grab this second hand at an even cheaper price.

 

[FoxMcChief]

This is the perfect device to dip your toe into the VR waters.

 

[UltimaKilo]

I can barely keep up with the standard 7-8 year console cycle (I haven't even purchased a PS5), so a 3 year console cycle which seems what Meta is doing is just insane to me after owning a Quest 2 two years prior. I'll wait for Quest 4. (Hopefully they add eye tracking this time around)

I’m hoping for a big leap in graphics along with 144hz panels and an improved FOV in an even lighter form factor.

I fear we may have to wait until 2027/28 to see that.

 

[CrustyBritches]

Cool little unit and a good compromise on features and price. I'm still seeing the Quest 3 128GB in stock at a few stores for $430. That seems like the best way to go since you get the pancake lenses and higher res. Still, as an entry level headset at $299 with a badass looking Batman game it's a great option.

Negatives:
-Quest 2 screen
-Quest 2 fresnel lenses
-No headphone jack(can use bluetooth or built-in speakers)

Positives:
-Quest 3 SoC and RAM
-Comparable to Quest 3 camera array
-Quest 3 Color Passthrough/Mixed Reality
-Quest 3 Controllers

 

[justiceiro]

If I intend to play connected to the PC, is there any reason to get the 3s instead of the 2?

 

[Ironman_Bad]

If I intend to play connected to the PC, is there any reason to get the 3s instead of the 2?

Still better cameras and I think slightly higher res not sure 100% also there are some really good quest 3 exclusives you don't wanna miss

 

[Diddy X]

Is there a workaround for the low storage space or is it really needed more space? Could I just use my PC to stream stuff, what about the image quality there?

This would be my first VR set, is there a big difference between this and 3? I wouldn't feel good buying something much worse I'd rather pay more for the better product.

 

[yet_another_alt]

Is there a workaround for the low storage space or is it really needed more space? Could I just use my PC to stream stuff, what about the image quality there?

This would be my first VR set, is there a big difference between this and 3? I wouldn't feel good buying something much worse I'd rather pay more for the better product.

If your internet speed is fast enough you can just keep redownloading games. Quest 3 has its own exclusives like Asgard's Wrath 2, AC: Nexus and soon Batman that take a large chunk of space. I do think that 128gb is too small but I prefer stand alone versions and only use PCVR for exclusives. My 512gb already has less free than the 128gb has space. I admit that I never delete stuff though.

 

[Cakeboxer]

Would have preferred better lenses over MR.

 

[ArtHands]

Is there a workaround for the low storage space or is it really needed more space? Could I just use my PC to stream stuff, what about the image quality there?

This would be my first VR set, is there a big difference between this and 3? I wouldn't feel good buying something much worse I'd rather pay more for the better product.

You can use your PC to stream PC version of VR (PCVR) games.
But you cannot stream native Quest games from PC to Quest.

I believe you can backup your Quest games to PC too. Quest headsets OS are based on Android so basically you need to connect the headset to PC, find the game's APK and transfer to PC. You need to install and use SideQuest VR to do that

SideQuest: Oculus Meta Quest Games & Apps including AppLab Games ( Oculus App Lab )

SideQuest is the early access layer for Virtual Reality Get access to the latest Oculus Quest Games Oculus App Lab games lots of free apps on applab and sideload

sidequestvr.com

Difference between Quest 3 and 3S:
3S has 256GB model, 3 has 512GB model
3S has worse lens (lower display resolution, lower FOV, fresnel)
3S has no 72 nor 80Hz refresh rate
3S has slightly lower battery mAh but has slightly longer run time (due to lower resolution)
3S has no audio jack

 

[Hot5pur]

Cries in 128GB Quest 3.
Seriously though at $300 I can see these flying off shelves this holiday season. It's such a solid gift and genuinely an experience like no other. It's tech that anyone should try at least once and there are plenty of games / experiences that justify owning one.
Also having standalone AAA games launching this holiday season: Metro, alien, behemoth, batman ... Like it's actually nuts this year (granted the rest of the year was kinda crap).

 

[FoxMcChief]

Wait, so is Batman: Arkham Shadow just free for all Quest 3 owners? There’s still no price tag applied to the game.

It looks to me, based on the description that it’s just free!

 

[ArtHands]

Yes it is free for new Quest 3 and 3S users. Absolutely great deal, and the best VR headset to buy this holiday season

 

[darthvargi]

Wait, so is Batman: Arkham Shadow just free for all Quest 3 owners? There’s still no price tag applied to the game.

It looks to me, based on the description that it’s just free!

It's $50 USD for people who bought a Q3 last year like myself. I can't complain I received AW2 so fair enough.

 

[Romulus]

It's $50 USD for people who bought a Q3 last year like myself. I can't complain I received AW2 so fair enough.

Agreed. I'm over 70 hours into Asgard's Wrath 2 so that was worth it too. I do think Batman will be the "mascot" for Quest this year though by pushing the hardware to heights we haven't seen. And the impressions are through the roof in terms of gameplay. This guys are Arkham fans through and through.

 

[FoxMcChief]

It's $50 USD for people who bought a Q3 last year like myself. I can't complain I received AW2 so fair enough.

Oh, I see. No biggie. I’ve got no issue paying for the game. Just thought the wording was weird and strange that the price still isn’t there, like it is for other games that can be pre-ordered, like Metro Awakening.

 

[yet_another_alt]

Oh, I see. No biggie. I’ve got no issue paying for the game. Just thought the wording was weird and strange that the price still isn’t there, like it is for other games that can be pre-ordered, like Metro Awakening.

I emailed Meta support about how I felt gypped because of the price drop of the 512 GB Q3 and they added $50 to my account. It was a nice gesture considering I didn't expect anything at all. So now I got Batman free too.