The majority of VR headsets require another device to function, be it a gaming PC, smartphone, or console, adding to your overall costs.
The majority of VR headsets require another device to function, be it a gaming PC, smartphone, or console, adding to your overall costs. The best option for standalone VR is the Meta Quest lineup of headsets that feature powerful processors to play games sans a connection, and the Meta Quest 3 is the best budget headset. Options beyond that are fairly limited, the Pico 4 is a direct competitor with the Meta Quest, while the HTC XR Elite is also ready to run VR apps and games without directly connecting to your PC. The Apple Vision Pro is an extremely powerful standalone device that easily integrates into Apple’s ecosystem while connecting it to the best MacBooks makes for a more innovative way to work.