I’ve been thinking about the future of standalone VR and how much it relies on Snapdragon improving performance. It seems like VR’s mainstream success really hinges on this. While PCVR will always appeal to hardcore gamers, playing games like Resident Evil 4 and 8 on my PSVR2 gives me hope that optimized console systems can deliver experiences that rival the best of PCVR. But standalone headsets still feel a bit behind. Considering the rate of improvement in the Snapdragon XR2 generations, when do you think we’ll see it reach a level comparable to the PS5? Also, Meta’s approach with compute and battery puck designs might help with cooling and speed up advancements. What do you all think?
I think it could be a few more years before we see that kind of parity. The Snapdragon advancements are promising, but the PS5 is a powerhouse.
Yeah, I agree. The PS5 has some serious hardware, and while standalone is getting better, it’s still a step behind. Maybe by 2025 or 2026?
If Meta really focuses on cooling and optimization, we might see improvements sooner. They seem committed to pushing the boundaries.
True, but we also have to consider software optimization. It’s not just about hardware; developing games that can fully utilize that power is crucial.
I think we’ll get there eventually. It’s all about the tech catching up, and the interest in VR seems to be growing, which should help speed things along.