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Oculus Rift S VS Oculus Quest : what are the differences?

Oculus Rift S VS Oculus Quest : what are the differences?

The latest in the new generation of virtual reality headsets, the Oculus Rift S and Oculus Quest models - both developed by the Californian firm Oculus, affiliated with the giant Facebook - are coming to take over from the Oculus Rift, first of the name. The fruit of four years of experience, these helmets designed for everyone - individuals and professionals - have characteristics and peculiarities that distinguish them from one another. These are the differences that we will summarize for you, to help you make the best choice.

General presentation

The Oculus Quest and the Oculus Rift S are two virtual reality headsets with similar weights and dimensions.

Indeed, the Oculus Rift S weighs only a few grams less than the Quest (563 against 571 grams) while its dimensions (275 x 95 x 133 mm) are slightly smaller than those of its counterpart (193 x 105 x 222 mm).

Both are fitted with the same open-ear audio system, itself fitted with a 3.5 mm jack socket designed to connect external headphones.

The Touch controllers - very ergonomic - are also similar for the two models (this similarity also makes it possible to install the same experience on the two headsets, after having been purchased only once on the Store - thanks in particular to the 'Oculus Link).

In addition, both embedding the tracking technology "6DoF Oculus Insight", the headsets do not require the use of external sensors in the game room, to be usable.

Designed to operate without external sensors, the Oculus Rift S does, however, work in synergy with a VR Ready PC (computer capable of exploiting Virtual Reality content); while the Oculus Quest - perfectly autonomous - integrates all the components necessary for its proper functioning in one helmet.

Comparison of technical properties

As for the screen, the Oculus Rift S is equipped with an LCD type model with a definition of 1280x1440 pixels for each eye, with a refresh rate amounting to 80Hz.

Its field of vision, meanwhile, is 110 degrees.

On the Oculus Quest side, the screen is a Dual OLED model with a definition of 1440x1600 pixels per eye and a refresh rate of 72Hz.

The field of vision seems slightly lower than that of the Oculus S, since it would reach 100 degrees, even if this figure is not officially communicated by the manufacturer.

In terms of common points, the two VR headsets have the same native inside-out tracking system (without external sensors), called "6DoF Oculus Insight", which makes them much easier to use than the Oculus Rift (which required the installation of sensors in the game room).

Slight difference, however, the Oculus Rift S has 5 front cameras, while the Oculus Quest has one less.

Ergonomics question, advantage to the Oculus Quest which can be used independently (thanks to a battery which can last between 2 hours and 2.5 hours while the Oculus Rift S requires to be connected to a computer to be able to operate.

This technical point is precisely the main difference between the two helmets. Which model for which utility?

Which model for which utility?

Although they have certain similarities, the two helmets are in fact designed for completely different uses.

Indeed, the Oculus Rift S is a VR headset purely designed for professionals and gamers, since it works in pairs with a computer powerful enough to be able to use the most demanding content, with extremely detailed graphics.
If you acquire the Rift S, you must therefore have, beforehand, a machine equipped with at least an Nvidia GTX 1060 graphics card or an AMD Radeon RX 480, which is ideally equivalent to a computer that can perfectly support immersive content quite demanding in graphic resources.
So you can enjoy your favorite immersive experiences - in the most detailed graphics - by simply plugging the VR headset into your VR Ready computer.

Conversely, if you are looking above all for a device that is both portable and ergonomic - even if it means skipping a bit of graphics power - the Oculus Quest can be an excellent compromise.

Operating autonomously - thanks, in particular, to its battery which can last more than two hours - it is content, in fact, with a Snapdragon 835 mobile processor and a 72Hz screen which nevertheless keep you away from the most more demanding in graphic resources.

More than just coquetry, the choice between these two models therefore really depends on your philosophy and your desires in terms of Virtual Reality experiences.

Our opinion

The Oculus Rift S :

After the first version of the Oculus Rift - which served as the brand's flagship helmet, for 3 years - the Oculus Rift S has many qualities to its credit, to convince the most demanding users.
Thanks to its very ergonomic face insert, it is indeed one of the most comfortable VR headsets on the market; the whole device (sensors, joysticks, helmet) being, moreover, much easier to transport than for the first Oculus Rift of the name.

This new organization makes the gaming experience very fluid, with the creation of a real roomscale without external sensors and a single occupied USB port.
The Oculus Touch controllers - supplied with the helmet - are very easy to handle and allow perfect interaction with your Virtual Reality experiences.

Motion tracking is, in fact, very reliable while there is almost no noticeable grid effect on the screen.

Some may regret the absence of integrated headphones - in favor of mini-speakers - which can make the experience less immersive than it should have been.

The headset remains, however, the best current VR device to fully enjoy the latest games in virtual reality, in combination with a compatible computer.

The Oculus Quest :

Designed for a nomadic experience, the Oculus Quest is the Virtual Reality headset which uses its autonomy to seduce users wishing to enjoy a correct experience, without having a compatible PC.

The helmet, which is also very comfortable, works perfectly after a quick and uncomplicated initial configuration.

Thanks to its very good quality screen and its good synergy between headphones and joysticks - whose tracking is perfectly ensured - the Oculus Quest offers a very good gaming experience, in a perfectly suitable roomscale.

Like the Rift S, the lack of built-in headphones can be felt, however, a jack is available to connect your favorite headphones and ensure optimal sound immersion.

The most demanding players may also regret the relative weakness of the battery built into the machine; two hours of play still passing relatively quickly, especially in the context of an experience as immersive as virtual reality can be.

However, you will still be able to add an external battery to your oculus Quest, multiplying its autonomy by four (eight hours in total)!

Conclusion

In a market where Oculus remains the undisputed leader in VR headsets, the Quest and Rift S models offer interesting possibilities for all users (individuals, professionals) as well as for mobile users. Thus, purists will appreciate the alternative offered by the Californian firm, by marketing a high-end VR product, alongside a model as nomadic as ergonomic.