Meta Quest 3S

Meta Quest 3S
Display and Optics
1832 x 1920 pixels per eye with 20 PPD and 773 PPI
72Hz, 90Hz, and 120Hz refresh rates with Fresnel lens optics are listed
XR2 Gen 2 Platform
Qualcomm Snapdragon XR2 Gen 2 platform with 8GB memory
128GB and 256GB storage options with 2x GPU power versus Quest 2 are listed
Passthrough and Hand Tracking
2 RGB cameras with full-colour passthrough and dedicated passthrough control
Direct touch hand tracking via 4 IR cameras, 2 RGB cameras, and 2 Flood LEDs is listed
Touch Plus Controllers
Ring-free Meta Quest Touch Plus controllers with TruTouch variable haptics
2 controllers with wrist straps and 2 AA batteries are listed
Battery and Charging
Battery life of ~2.5 hours with a 4,324 mAh battery is listed
Charge time of ~1.9 hours via 18W adapter is listed
Audio and Connectivity
Spatial audio with improved bass and reduced distortion is listed
USB-C, Wi-Fi 6E certified, and USB-C or 3.5mm headphone adapter support are listed
Model and Product Details
- Brand / Product: Meta Quest 3S
- Platform: Meta Quest
- Release date (listed): 15 Oct. 2024
- Included service: Meta Horizon+ subscription (3-month trial included)
- Warranty: One-year limited warranty
| Model identifier | Configuration |
|---|---|
| SK-1000203-01 / SK-1000926-01 / SK-1000937-01 | 128GB |
| SK-1000209-01 / SK-1000927-01 | 256GB |
| Launch Price (RRP, listed) | Configuration |
|---|---|
| $299.99 USD | 128GB model |
| $399.99 USD | 256GB model |
Technical Specifications
| Feature | Details |
|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon XR2 Gen 2 platform |
| Memory (DRAM) | 8GB |
| Storage Capacity | 128GB / 256GB |
| Resolution | 1832 x 1920 pixels per eye |
| Pixels Per Degree (PPD) | 20 PPD |
| Pixels Per Inch (PPI) | 773 PPI |
| Refresh Rate | 72Hz, 90Hz, 120Hz |
| Field of View | 96° Horizontal / 90° Vertical |
| Optics | Fresnel lens |
| Lens Adjustment | 3 position interaxial distance (IAD) adjustment |
| Passthrough | 2 RGB cameras (18 PPD); 4.5X resolution vs Quest 2; Full colour |
| Spatial Mapping | Depth and room mapping via AI and computer vision |
| Hand Tracking | Direct touch via 4 IR cameras and 2 RGB cameras |
| Illumination | 2 Flood LEDs for low-light hand tracking |
| Controllers | Meta Quest Touch Plus; ring-free; TruTouch variable haptics |
| Audio | Improved bass and spatial audio; USB-C / 3.5mm adapter compatible |
| Battery Life | ~2.5 hours (Gaming: 2.7h, Social: 2.3h, Productivity: 1.8h, Media: 2.8h) |
| Battery Capacity | 4,324 mAh |
| Charge Time | ~1.9 hours (via 18W adapter) |
| Charging Port | USB-C |
| Wi-Fi | Wi-Fi 6E certified (region permitting) |
| Eye Tracking | Not featured |
| Privacy Features | External LED signal; advanced encryption; electronic mic/camera disconnect; password and PIN protection |
Display and Mixed Reality
| Feature | Details |
|---|---|
| Mixed reality | Blends digital content into physical space |
| Passthrough quality | Full-colour passthrough with a dedicated passthrough button |
| Action Button | Physical Action Button to toggle between Passthrough and Immersive modes |
| Sensors | Depth and room mapping via AI and computer vision |
| Hand tracking | Direct touch navigation via 4 IR and 2 RGB cameras |
| Low-light tracking | 2 Flood LEDs for low-light hand tracking |
| Eye tracking | Not featured |
| Backwards compatibility | Full access to Meta Quest app/game catalogue |
| PC support | Meta Quest Link Cable and Air Link supported |
Audio and Controllers
| Feature | Details |
|---|---|
| Audio output | Spatial audio, improved bass, reduced distortion |
| Headphone support | Supports USB-C headphones or 3.5mm headphones with a USB-C adapter (sold separately) |
| Controller type | Meta Quest Touch Plus |
| Controller design | Streamlined, ring-free |
| Haptics | TruTouch variable haptics |
| In-box controller accessories | Wrist straps and 2 AA batteries |
Physical Structure
- Design note: 20% slimmer than Quest 2 (excluding facial interface)
- Strap: Soft adjustable strap
- Hard strap note: Hard strap sold separately
- Glasses spacer: Included
- Lens compatibility: Compatible with Zenni MR Prescription Lenses
In the Box
- Meta Quest 3S headset
- Standard Facial Interface (pre-installed)
- Glasses Spacer
- 2 Touch Plus Controllers (with wrist straps)
- 2 AA Batteries
- Universal power adapter
- 1-metre USB-C charging and data cable