The highly anticipated Meta Quest 3S MR headset has been officially revealed at Meta Connect 2024. This new headset serves as an affordable option, ideal for those exploring mixed reality for the first time or looking to upgrade from their Meta Quest or Meta Quest 2.
Specifications and Features
The Meta Quest 3S is equipped with the Snapdragon XR2 Gen 2 chip, which is also found in the pricier Quest 3 headset (currently available on Amazon for $649). Unlike the Quest 3, it does not feature pancake lenses; instead, it utilizes Fresnel lenses with a slightly narrower field of view. A significant advantage is that it offers the full color Passthrough functionality similar to the Quest 3, accessible via a dedicated “Action Button” for toggling between passthrough and immersive experiences.
With a resolution of 1832 x 1920 and refresh rates of 90Hz and 120Hz, the Quest 3S boasts a horizontal field of view of 96° and a vertical field of view of 90°. It includes 8GB of RAM and options for either 128GB or 256GB of storage. The device features a 4,324mAh battery, which, while smaller than the Quest 3's 5,060mAh battery, still allows for up to 2.5 hours of usage, slightly better than the Quest 3's 2.2 hours.
Compatibility and Accessories
Meta has ensured that the Quest 3S is compatible with several accessories from the Quest 3 lineup, including the Elite Strap, Elite Strap with Battery, Carrying Case, Compact Carrying Case, Link cable, controller-specific Charging Dock, and Active Straps. Additionally, it will come with an exclusive Breathable Facial Interface designed to keep users cool during vigorous gaming sessions or workouts.
The Meta Quest 3S is now available for pre-order, with a release date set for October 15. The price for the 128GB version is $299.99, while the 256GB version is priced at $399.99. Both versions include a pair of Touch Plus controllers.
Special Offers
From now until April 30, 2025, every order of the Quest 3S will include a complimentary copy of Batman: Arkham Shadow, a game exclusive to the Quest 3 and Quest 3S, launching on October 22, 2024. Additionally, Meta will provide a free three-month subscription to Meta Quest+.
