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Meta Quest 3S review: Impressive VR for $300

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72% Informative

Meta 's $ 300 Meta Quest 3S has the same high-quality optics as the $500 Quest 3, which is more like a Touring-grade Honda for enthusiasts.

It doesn't have a headphone jack, so you'll have to plug in a USB-C adapter to get better sound, or connect to wireless headphones.

It also uses the same Touch Controllers as its more expensive sibling, and they're once again excellent.

The Quest 3S can stream more intensive VR experiences wirelessly or via a USB-C cable.

The biggest barrier to the world of VR isn't fidelity, it's cost.

The headset doesn't solve the problem of looking like an absolute buffoon while using VR .

It's fun to play games like Maestro and Mobile Suit Gundam: Silver Phantom .

Meta 's $300 Quest 3S is the best $ 300 standalone VR headset we've ever seen.

It's comfortable to wear, and it delivers a snappy VR experience.

The headset's lower resolution displays may be a benefit, since they're less demanding on the GPU .

VR Score

67

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61

Neutral language

36

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English

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33

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