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Playstation VR Outclasses all its Competitors in Virtual Reality: Here's Why

Jai Sabharwal
First Posted: Oct 14, 2016 05:00 AM EDT

Virtual Reality has reached new heights thanks to the intuitive headgear offering a revamped visual experience. But, PlayStation VR outperforms its tough competitors, namely, the Oculus Rift and the HTC Vive. But, what is the reason behind its superiority?

Till now the HTC Vive and the Oculus Rift were considered the top players in high-end VR experience. Even the runner ups like Gear VR did an exceptional job in impressing the viewers. But, we can say that PlayStation VR digs out the best of technology to ensure a feasible VR headset for daily usage.

Taking a look at the visual adherence, the Playstation VR might not be as good as the HTC Vive. Moreover, you do not even get a wireless support to view media like on a Gear VR. In addition, users can feel some lagging at times when viewing through the headgear. This ruins the experience to some extent.

Despite it all, the PSVR delivers easy calibration with a simple setup. You can consider it similar to setting up a console system. On the other hand, the HTC Vive is set up through an intricate process. It is the hassle-free composition of this device which makes it an ideal gadget for VR viewing and gaming.

But, relying solely on its hassle-free arrangement is not all. The PSVR ensures a powerful system for consistent and user-friendly experience. On top of that, Sony Playstation VR tops the chart as it offers players with an enriched gaming collection that is much better than those for the Vive or Gear VR.

The only problem for now is the high price tag it possesses at the present. Even though the tag is lower than that of the Oculus Rift or the HTC Vive, it will attract mostly the hardcore gamers and not the ones who look for a budgeted device. 

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