Price
Affordability at $299/$300 versus pricier VR headsets is called a key strength.
Meta Quest 3SPrice, Specs & Quest 3S vs Quest 3
Next: Meta Quest 4
Expected 2027-2028Price todayFrom $297.49
The Meta Quest 4 is the next model in this line. Its Guide has the latest on its timing; the Meta Quest 3S is on sale now.
Last updated
What it costs now, the full specification, and how it compares with Quest 3.
iDevice advice
GOOD TO BUY
This is close to its low over 65 days of checks, so we'd buy now.
Best for
AR and mixed reality. Show why
What 3 reviewers said
More reviewsThe price is great.
Screen
Graphics/lens quality is listed as a reason to avoid, falling short of the best on the market.
Comparison
Compare headsetsHow it compares
Price
$349.99
The official list price to buy it.
Weight
Not confirmed
Grams on your head. Lower is lighter.
Battery life
~2.5 hrs
How long it lasts on its own, away from a charger.
Cost over 3 years
Meta Quest 3S$349.99
PlayStation VR2$399.99
Meta Quest 3$599.99
Meta VR Glasses$1,299.99
Vision Pro M5$3,699Weight
Battery life
Current list prices.
The headset as worn. The lighter segment is the puck, reported by Road to VR; Meta has not published its weight.On your headIn your pocket (reported)
Battery life can vary based on usage, settings and firmware version.
If not this one
- If display decides itApple Vision Pro M5
Reviewers prefer its display.
4.1 / 5
Great
Price
Affordability at $299/$300 versus pricier VR headsets is called a key strength.
Screen
Graphics/lens quality is listed as a reason to avoid, falling short of the best on the market.
Scores published by other outlets, normalized and averaged. iDevice did not test these products for this score.
3 expert reviews
- Read reviewSlashGearDave McQuillingOct 29, 2024
- Read reviewWIREDBoone AshworthOct 23, 2024
- Read reviewPC GuideSebastian Kozlowski
Reviewer breakdown
What reviewers agreed on, and how many raised each
- Screen3
- Price3
Liked itDidn’t
At a glance
THIS PRODUCTMeta Quest 3S
COMPARE WITHMeta Quest 3Price
The starting list price, not a temporary sale price. It is usually the first thing that rules a product in or out.
From $349.99
$599 (regularly $599.99)
Fov
Display size and type affect what you can see and how the product feels to use.
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Processor
The processor affects speed, efficiency and which features the device can support.
Software
Software affects apps, updates and how well the device fits your other products.
Unknown
Connectivity
Bluetooth, Wi-Fi and other connections determine what the device can work with.
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Frequently asked questions
Questions about Meta Quest 3S
Using it
How much storage does it have?
It comes with 128GB to 256GB of storage. There are 2 sizes: 128GB and 256GB.
What chip is inside?
It runs on Snapdragon XR2 Gen 2.
How wide is the field of view?
It covers 96 degrees, horizontal. That is how much of your view the image fills.
What kind of screen is it?
It is an LCD screen. The panel is backlit rather than lit by the pixels themselves.
Sizing and fit
What sizes does it come in?
Storage: Quest 3S (128GB).
Price and models
When did the Meta Quest 3S come out?
It went on sale October 15, 2024. Announced September 25, 2024.
Is there a newer one?
No. The Meta Quest 3S is the current model.
How much does the Meta Quest 3S cost?
List price: $349.99 (128GB). Current price we last read at Meta: $297.49, October 21, 2026.
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