Since the release in October 2023 of the Quest 3 virtual reality headset, Meta has slashed the price of its Quest 2. Already down to €299.99, it is now priced at €249.99.
What is the promotion on Meta Quest 2?
It’s well known that when a new version of a device is unveiled, the price of older models drops. And the Meta Quest 2 virtual reality headset is no exception. If it was priced at €349.99 when it was released, it had been available for some time at €299.99. And a new reduction is added bringing it to €249.99. That’s an additional saving of 17%.
What is this virtual reality headset?
Formerly called Oculus Quest 2, the Meta Quest 2 virtual reality headset is wireless. To play, two controllers, larger than those of the Quest 1, are included. Operating using AA batteries, they benefit from approximately 30 hours of autonomy. For the helmet, allow around 3 hours. No battery this time, it recharges via a USB-C port. To avoid the problem of blurred vision when you move your head quickly, the Quest 2 replaces the OLED screen of the first version with a quick-switching LCD which benefits from a nice resolution of 1,832 x 1,920 pixels. A screen offering a much sharper and more qualitative image thanks to the reduction of the gaps between pixels and a refresh rate of 90 Hz.
Gamers will be delighted to learn that the Quest 2 is based on the Snapdragon XR2 chip, designed especially for virtual reality. Even resource-intensive games will benefit from the fluidity and power they need. To complete the immersion, the headset has two directional speakers which, without being exceptional, do the job. As for your play area, it is configured by Roomscale technology. It takes into account your walls and furniture using cameras on the front of the headset to prevent you from bumping into it.
In terms of comfort, a strap allows you to adjust the helmet according to the diameter of the head. While finding the right fit takes time and the Quest 2 may slide forward with sudden movements at first, the support and comfort are there. For those who wear glasses, larger foam than that included in the visor can be purchased additionally.
Is the offer on this Quest 2 really interesting?
Less than €250 for a virtual reality headset that was worth almost €350 when it was released, that’s a great reduction to grab. It’s not every day that a saving of €100 is offered on this type of product. The Quest 2 also offers interesting performances that will offer you a truly immersive experience.
For further
Subscribe to Numerama on Google News so you don’t miss any news!
Some links in this article are affiliated. We’ll explaine everything here.