The Pimax Crystal is a next-generation VR headset that boasts some of the highest pixel counts of any consumer headset available on the market today. Packed with features that enhance image quality and improve the overall VR experience, the Pimax Crystal is a truly innovative piece of technology.
One of the standout features of the Pimax Crystal is its display. The headset features a QLED and Mini-Led display that delivers an impressive 2880x2880 pixel resolution per eye. With a brightness of 200nit and local dimming of 20000:1, the colors on the Pimax Crystal are incredibly vivid and lifelike, covering 100% of the NTSC color gamut. The headset also has a 15ms delay and a refresh rate of 90Hz, which can be boosted to 120Hz or even 144Hz/160Hz (in testing mode). Additionally, the Pimax Crystal supports HDR, which enhances the contrast and color of the visuals.
The optics on the Pimax Crystal are also top-of-the-line. The headset comes with customized replaceable aspheric optical lenses, which offer a peak fidelity of 35PPD and 42PPD. The field of view for the Pimax Crystal is also impressive, with 35PPD offering a horizontal view of 125° and a diagonal view of 140°, while 42PPD offers a horizontal view of 110° and a diagonal view of 120°. The headset also has manual and automatic IPD adjustments, with a supported range of 58-72mm.
In terms of audio, the Pimax Crystal has original off-ear speakers, although high-fidelity DMAS headphones are available as an optional upgrade. The headset also has a 3.5mm audio jack and three built-in microphones. Despite its many features, the Pimax Crystal is impressively lightweight, weighing in at less than 845g, with dimensions of 280.10mm x 108.2mm x 135.90mm.
The Pimax Crystal also has a range of connectivity options. It comes with a standard Pimax custom 5M DP cable and supports inside-out positional tracking (with standard and MR covers) and outside-in positional tracking (with a Lighthouse cover). The headset also has eye-tracking capabilities, with a 200Hz refresh rate and sub-degree accuracy, as well as 1-dot calibration for foveated rendering. The Pimax Crystal has a replaceable 6000mAh battery, which is supported by a 120mAh inside battery for hot swapping. It is powered by a Qualcomm Snapdragon XR2 processor and a Pimax Customized PC VR Engine Dual-processor chip, with 8+256G storage.
In terms of VR modes, the Pimax Crystal can be used for both PCVR and standalone VR. This makes it a versatile headset that can be used in a variety of settings, whether you're gaming, working, or exploring virtual environments.
The Pimax Crystal is an impressive piece of technology that offers some of the most advanced features and capabilities of any VR headset available on the market today. Its high pixel count, impressive optics, and range of features make it an excellent choice for anyone looking for a top-of-the-line VR experience.
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