The gist of it: I wouldn’t discount the new ThinkReality VRX headset from Lenovo. It didn’t the buzz that Meta’s Quest 3 got last week, or Apple is getting for the Reality Pro, but that’s probably because it is trying to real work, in the enterprise. Workhorse VR may end up being the best VR.
The Lenovo ThinkReality VRX
Over the years, Lenovo has released multiple VR headsets, including the Lenovo VR Classroom and the standalone Lenovo VR700 targeted at gamers, launched in China only back in 2022. The company was also involved in Meta’s Rift S development.
At AWE 2023, the company announced that its enterprise-focused VR headset, the ThinkReality VRX, is now become available in select markets, including the United States and Germany. It’s got a high-resolution display and Snapdragon XR2+ Gen 1 chip system and is meant to support enterprise-grade XR and metaverse services, whatever that means. It can function as a standalone device with in-built content, or it can be connected to a PC or a workstation, either wired or wirelessly. Lenovo also claims that the device supports enterprise-level security requirements, featuring a protected supply chain
Lenovo suggests several applications for the headset, such as meetings, simulations, sales and security training, and working on digital twins.
| Specification | Details |
|---|---|
| Processor | Snapdragon XR2+ Gen 1 |
| Operating System | Android 12 |
| RAM | 12 GB |
| Storage | 128 GB |
| Optics | Pancake lenses |
| Resolution | 2280 X 2280 per eye |
| Field Of Vision | 95° |
| Refresh Rate | 70/90Hz |
| Pass-through | Stereo full color HD passthrough cameras |
| Tracking | 4-camera 6DOF optical tracking |
| Audio | Integrated speakers, dual microphone, 3.5mm jack |
| Controller type | 6DOF controllers, hand tracking, headset buttons |
| Battery | 6900 mAh, USB-C charging, rear placement |
| PC Streaming | Wi-Fi/USB-C streaming |
| Design | Slim form factor, ventilation system |
| Price | Starting at $1,299 |
| Availability | Available in selected markets including the United States and Germany |
The design of the ThinkReality VRX focuses on user comfort for extended use. The battery is situated on the back of the headset to balance weight distribution. It also includes a ventilation system to enhance comfort and direct heat away from the user’s face.
Lenovo offers a software suite with the ThinkReality VRX, including various end-to-end services, ranging from consultation and content creation to cloud deployment and customer support. The software platform enables businesses to manage, configure, and deploy applications to multiple VR headsets simultaneously. In addition, developers have access to the Snapdragon Spaces AR platform and its OpenXR SDK.
