Uploaded August 2023 | Updated September 2026, 3 weeks ago
I've been sent a DPVR E4 - a budget ($549) PC VR headset - in order to give a few impressions. It has comparisons to both the Quest 2 and Reverb G2 for PC VR, but things aren't quite as simple as that...
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Timestamps:
[0:00] Introduction
[0:28] The specs
[1:55] My impressions
[2:26] Initial impressions of build quality and comfort
[3:20] Software and initial tracking thoughts
[4:02] The lenses
[4:32] The DisplayPort connection vs Quest 2 Link
[6:40] 120Hz refresh rate
[7:40] 90Hz in Elite Dangerous
[8:21] Field of view
[8:49] Binocular overlap confusion
[10:11] Further thoughts on tracking
[11:52] Integrated audio (oh dear...)
[12:59] The cable and connection box
[14:42] The flip-up display
[15:33] The rubber face gasket
[16:21] Headset heat
[17:16] Conclusion
[17:43] In comparison to the Quest 2
[20:16] In comparison to the Reverb G2
[22:04] Final thoughts
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I've been sent a DPVR E4 - a budget ($549) PC VR headset - in order to give a few impressions. It has comparisons to both the Quest 2 and Reverb G2 for PC VR, but things aren't quite as simple as that...
Please keep in mind that the answer to most questions posed in YouTube video titles is "No".
Timestamps:
[0:00] Introduction
[0:28] The specs
[1:55] My impressions
[2:26] Initial impressions of build quality and comfort
[3:20] Software and initial tracking thoughts
[4:02] The lenses
[4:32] The DisplayPort connection vs Quest 2 Link
[6:40] 120Hz refresh rate
[7:40] 90Hz in Elite Dangerous
[8:21] Field of view
[8:49] Binocular overlap confusion
[10:11] Further thoughts on tracking
[11:52] Integrated audio (oh dear...)
[12:59] The cable and connection box
[14:42] The flip-up display
[15:33] The rubber face gasket
[16:21] Headset heat
[17:16] Conclusion
[17:43] In comparison to the Quest 2
[20:16] In comparison to the Reverb G2
[22:04] Final thoughts
Link (NON-Affiliate): bit.ly/44S7n1A
£40 discount code: Robot
🔸 SUPPORT IMMERSED ROBOT 🔸
PURCHASE MY VIRTUAL REALITY SCIENCE-FICTION NOVEL, 'THE MEMORY ENGINE':
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Audible (UK): tinyurl.com/y2f529my
Audible (US): tinyurl.com/7bca5z24
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🔸 PC SPECS (+ AFFILIATE LINKS ON AMAZON)🔸
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Gigabyte RTX 3080 Graphics Card (amzn.to/3wJXUJB)
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Deep Cool Neptwin V2 CPU Cooler (amzn.to/3c7Bzf3)
VR HEADSETS AFFILIATE LINKS:
⭐ Pimax Crystal (pimax.com/?ref=0eQMbw) - for $20 off use coupon code 'robot' at checkout!
Valve Index (amzn.to/3sxdyou)
Meta Quest 2 (amzn.to/3oHQaVl)
Pico 4 (amzn.to/3eHh91N)
Meta Quest Pro (amzn.to/3CKAfMG)
OTHER EQUIPMENT:
TP-Link Archer AX1800 WiFi 6 Router (amzn.to/3u9Ahbb)
Thrustmaster T.Flight Hotas One (amzn.to/3swRpX9)
Thrustmaster T150 Force Feedback Racing Wheel (amzn.to/2Ocj8ht)
Blue Yeti Microphone (amzn.to/3aYZ0rL)
Logitech C920 Webcam (amzn.to/37Qgxk0)
Yoleo Gaming Chair (amzn.to/3PKKwAH)
Leap Motion hand tracking module (amzn.to/3lxxK8Y)
Antlion ModMic Wireless (amzn.to/3wwraE6)
KKCOBVR Q2 Battery Strap for Quest 2 (amzn.to/3GE6JZA)
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#VR #DPVRE4 #DPVR #ReverbG2 #Quest2
