Finnish mixed reality powerhouse Varjo is pushing the boundaries of immersive technology with its latest flagship headset, the XR-4. This high-end device boasts groundbreaking mixed reality capabilities, delivering an outside world view so lifelike and realistic, it's hard to distinguish from the real thing.While the XR-4's top-tier Focal Edition garners attention for its impressive 51 pixels per-degree (PPD) passthrough resolution, the more affordable standard edition still packs a serious punch with its 33 PPD resolution.
Priced at $4,000, the XR-4 standard edition represents a significant leap forward in mixed reality technology, offering a truly immersive experience at a more accessible price point.The XR-4's exceptional passthrough view is made possible by its cutting-edge camera system, which captures the real world with unparalleled clarity. This high-resolution feed is then seamlessly blended with the virtual environment, creating a seamless and immersive mixed reality experience.In addition to its impressive passthrough capabilities, the XR-4 standard edition also features dual 2080x2340 MicroLED displays, delivering stunning 200 PPD resolution per eye.
This exceptional visual fidelity ensures that virtual content appears razor-sharp and realistic, making the XR-4 ideal for a wide range of applications, from design and engineering to training and simulation.The XR-4 standard edition also comes equipped with inside-out tracking as the default, eliminating the need for external sensors. This simplifies setup and makes the headset more portable, ideal for on-the-go use. Additionally, the headset features built-in audio and Varjo's own controllers, providing a complete mixed reality experience in a single package.
Varjo XR-4 Specs, Price, Editions, and Release Date
XR-4 Focal Edition | |
Visuals | |
| Display | 2x mini-LED (200 nits with local dimming), 96% DCI-P3 colors |
| Resolution | 3,840×3,744 (14.4MP) |
| Pixels Per-degree (claimed) | 51 |
| Refresh Rate | 90Hz |
| Optics | Full-dome aspheric |
| Field-of-view (claimed) | 120° × 105° |
| Pass-through view | Yes (51 PPD) |
| Optical Adjustments | IPD (automatic) |
| IPD Adjustment Range | 56–72mm |
Input & Output | |
| Connectors | 1x DisplayPort, 1x USB-C |
| Input | XR-4 controllers |
| Audio | In-headstrap speakers, 3.5mm aux port |
| Microphone | Dual-microphone |
| Weight | 665g (headset) + 356g (headstrap) |
Sensing | |
| Headset-tracking | Inside-out (no external beacons), SteamVR Tracking (external beacons) [optional] |
| Controller-tracking | Headset-tracked (headset line-of-sight needed) |
| Eye-tracking | Yes (200Hz) |
| Expression-tracking | No |
| On-board cameras | 6x tracking, 2x RGB (20MP) eye-tracked auto-focus |
| Depth-sensor | LiDAR (300 Kpix) |
Price | |
| MSRP | $10,000 |
With its exceptional passthrough capabilities, stunning visual fidelity, and versatile features, the XR-4 standard edition sets a new benchmark for mixed reality headsets. At $4,000, it offers a compelling option for businesses and professionals seeking a truly immersive mixed reality experience without breaking the bank.
The article was written by Amit Caesar and bard
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