When it comes to virtual reality headsets, two popular models are the HTC VIVE Focus 3 and HP Reverb G2. Both are great options for virtual reality enthusiasts looking to take their gaming experience to the next level, but there are some major differences between them. Let’s take a look at how these two headsets stack up against each other.

The first aspect we'll examine is field of view (FOV). The HTC VIVE Focus 3 has a 120° FOV while the HP Reverb G2 has a 114° FOV. This means that with the VIVE Focus 3 you can see more in your peripheral vision and you won't miss out on important visual elements in your virtual world. The con here is that this also means less immersive visuals for those who want deeper immersion. It's up to individual preference which headset will suit them better in this regard.

In terms of resolution, the HTC VIVE Focus 3 has 2448 x 2448 px while HP Reverb G2 has 2160 x 2160 px. This gives the VIVE Focus 3 a slightly clearer picture due to its higher pixel count, however again, this is largely down to personal preference as both headsets provide excellent image clarity and detail thanks to their high resolutions.

The CPU requirements differ between the two headsets too; while both require powerful processors, they come with different built-in models: The HTC VIVE Focus 3 comes with Qualcomm Snapdragon XR2 built-in while the HP Reverb G2 requires Intel Core i5/i7 or Xeon E3-1240 v5 equivalent or better for PCs and AMD Ryzen 5 or equivalent for laptops or professional workstations like Nvidia Quadro P5200 / AMD Radeon Pro WX 8200 respectively. Again though, this doesn’t necessarily make one better than another – it all depends on what hardware you have available and what type of system you're using it with.

Both headsets also come equipped with 360 tracking capabilities and 90 Hz refresh rates so there's no clear winner when it comes down to these specs either – they offer smooth movements regardless of which headset you use and both track your head motions accurately so that your games feel more immersive than ever before!

Lastly, let’s talk about room scale capability - The HTC Vive Focus 3 offers room scale tracking allowing users greater freedom when playing games compared to traditional stationary setups whereas on the other hand ,the HP Reverb G2 only allows users limited movement since it isn't built for large areas like its competitor - ideal if space isn't an issue but not so much otherwise .

In conclusion ,both headsets offer similar levels of performance as far as visuals go but ultimately depend on what hardware is available . Personally I found myself enjoying my time with both VR systems ,but I ultimately prefer using my HTC Vive focus simply because I don't need extra hardware just for added mobility which in turn makes my experience much easier .