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How does Quest compare to Rift for anyone who's used both?

TulliusCicero 6y ago
I own a Quest and Rift CV1. It's hard to go back to the Rift, even with the extra computing power. It's just a pain to clear enough space, whereas I can be more flexible with where I use the Quest. Plus, the cameras are an eyesore, think I might just take them down. The resolution on the Quest is better too, and when I really need my gaming PC for some VR title I can always use link with it. The Quest has a lot of cool titles on it, though I'd be lying if I didn't admit that most of the time it's a Beat Saber machine for me. Beat Saber is fantastic.
timdorr 6y ago
I have both the Quest and Rift S (previously a Rift and DK2, along with regular usage of the Vive). I would say just get the Quest. For PC-backed graphics and exclusives, you can use Virtual Desktop with the sideloaded unlock to do wireless streaming or use Link for a hardwired experience. The Rift has better quality screens and optics, but the Quest has a higher FoV and I find that ultimately wins out for overall experience. The hand tracking stuff is very cool, extremely well done, and a bunch of stuff is coming down the pipe for it right now. It's supposed to come to the Rift too, but for now Quest has the advantage there. I will probably end up selling my Rift at some point. I got the value of playing Alyx at full quality, but don't consider the minor IQ loss with streaming to the Quest to be that much of a blocker. I can do everything with the Quest, so it's the system for me.
whywhywhywhy 6y ago
Rift was outstanding at the time and I think I still prefer the shape of the controllers but that said I haven't even touched it since getting the Quest. Being able to use it anywhere in the house and without a cable just make it a much better experience. Also when you do use it with a PC the guardian setup process is more reliable and less error prone than having to set up external PC sensors.
bni 6y ago
I have both Quest and Rift S Quest is front heavy and Rift S is much more comfortable. Screen on Quest has better blacks due to OLED. Rift S screen is much sharper but due to the LCD dark scenes looks a bit washed out. Very much looking forward to the unified headset that supports both standalone and wireless PC connection, that is surely coming next year or 2022

I own a Quest and Rift CV1. It's hard to go back to the Rift, even with the extra computing power. It's just a pain to clear enough space, whereas I can be more flexible with where I use the Quest. Plus, the cameras are an eyesore, think I might just take them down. The resolution on the Quest is better too, and when I really need my gaming PC for some VR title I can always use link with it. The Quest has a lot of cool titles on it, though I'd be lying if I didn't admit that most of the time it's a Beat Saber machine for me. Beat Saber is fantastic.

timdorr 6y ago

I have both the Quest and Rift S (previously a Rift and DK2, along with regular usage of the Vive). I would say just get the Quest. For PC-backed graphics and exclusives, you can use Virtual Desktop with the sideloaded unlock to do wireless streaming or use Link for a hardwired experience. The Rift has better quality screens and optics, but the Quest has a higher FoV and I find that ultimately wins out for overall experience. The hand tracking stuff is very cool, extremely well done, and a bunch of stuff is coming down the pipe for it right now. It's supposed to come to the Rift too, but for now Quest has the advantage there. I will probably end up selling my Rift at some point. I got the value of playing Alyx at full quality, but don't consider the minor IQ loss with streaming to the Quest to be that much of a blocker. I can do everything with the Quest, so it's the system for me.

whywhywhywhy 6y ago

Rift was outstanding at the time and I think I still prefer the shape of the controllers but that said I haven't even touched it since getting the Quest. Being able to use it anywhere in the house and without a cable just make it a much better experience. Also when you do use it with a PC the guardian setup process is more reliable and less error prone than having to set up external PC sensors.

bni 6y ago

I have both Quest and Rift S Quest is front heavy and Rift S is much more comfortable. Screen on Quest has better blacks due to OLED. Rift S screen is much sharper but due to the LCD dark scenes looks a bit washed out. Very much looking forward to the unified headset that supports both standalone and wireless PC connection, that is surely coming next year or 2022