When you compare the Microsoft HoloLens to the Magic Leap 2 you can see which VR Headset is better. Let's take a look of the comparison, and see which model of VR Headset out ontop.
When it comes to virtual reality headsets, there are two very prominent devices currently on the market: Microsoft HoloLens and Magic Leap 2. Both headsets offer a wide range of features and promise to provide an immersive experience for users. In this review, I will compare the two products and provide my own opinion about which headset I prefer.
The Microsoft HoloLens has a mixed reality design with a field of view of 35°, a resolution of 1440x1440 px, and operates on the Microsoft Windows operating system. It is designed for room scale tracking and has a refresh rate of 90 Hz. This headset is relatively affordable, making it accessible to many people who may not have otherwise been able to enjoy virtual reality experiences. The downside to this device is that its lower field of view could make some experiences feel less realistic than what they would be in higher-end models like the Magic Leap 2.
Magic Leap 2 offers PC AR capabilities with a field of view 44° , 1536 x 1856 px resolution, room scale tracking as well as 360 tracking capabilities with 120 Hz refresh rate .This headset also allows for gesture control when navigating through menus or playing games. However, this model is much more expensive than HoloLens but comes with powerful hardware that supports smoother transitions from one scene to another resulting in more immersive visuals when compared side-by-side with other models such as HoloLens.
In terms of personal preference between these two products, I would have to go with Magic Leap 2 due to its superior hardware specifications and high refresh rate which helps create more immersive visual experiences overall compared to other cheaper options like the HoloLens model. That being said however, if budget was an issue then I would suggest opting for the more affordable option as it still provides quality VR experiences at an affordable price point compared to its competitors
Microsoft HoloLens | Magic Leap 2 | |
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Overview | ||
Brand | Microsoft | Magic Leap |
Model Name | HoloLens | Leap 2 |
Release Date | 2016 | |
Country of Origin | United States | United States |
Category | Mixed Reality | AR Glasses |
Battery Life | 2.5 h | |
Display | ||
Field of View | 35° | 44° |
Resolution | 1440 × 1440 px (per eye) | 1536 x 1856 px |
Refresh Rate | 90 Hz | |
Display Type | LCD | 2 x LCoS binocular |
Minimum Requirements | ||
Min. RAM Required | 2 GB | |
Operating Systems | Microsoft Windows | |
Sizing | ||
Weight | 579 g | |
Features | ||
Room Scale? | YES | YES |
360 Tracking? | YES | |
Positional Tracking? | YES | |
Front Camera? | YES | |
Eye Tracking? | YES | |
Usable with Glasses? | YES | |
Cooling System | YES | |
Built in Headphones? | YES | |
Built in Microphone? | YES | |
Flip Visor? | YES | |
Voice Command? | YES | |
IPD Adjustment? | YES | |
Lens to Eye Adjustment? | YES | |
USB? | No | |
MicroUSB? | YES | |
Display Port? | No | |
Mini Display Port? | No | |
HDMI? | No | |
MicroSD? | No | |
Bluetooth? | YES | |
Wifi? | YES |