Meta Quest 3S All-In-One Virtual Reality & Mixed Reality Headset – 256GB – White

Description

The Meta Quest 3S 256GB is an all-in-one virtual reality and mixed reality headset designed for immersive gaming, fitness, entertainment, social experiences, and mixed reality applications.

Powered by the Qualcomm Snapdragon XR2 Gen 2 platform with 8GB RAM, Quest 3S delivers the same core processing platform as Quest 3 while using the proven optical system associated with Quest 2.

This 256GB version provides additional internal storage for games, applications, downloadable content, and media.

It features 1832 × 1920 resolution per eye, an LCD display, Fresnel optics, up to 120Hz refresh rate, full-color stereoscopic passthrough, 6DoF inside-out tracking, hand tracking, built-in audio, and two Meta Quest Touch Plus controllers.

Brand: Meta
Model: Quest 3S
Type: All-In-One VR / Mixed Reality Headset
Storage: 256GB
RAM: 8GB
Processor: Qualcomm Snapdragon XR2 Gen 2
Resolution: 1832 × 1920 Per Eye
Display: LCD
Optics: Fresnel
Maximum Refresh Rate: 120Hz
Tracking: 6DoF Inside-Out
Hand Tracking: Yes
Controllers: 2× Touch Plus Controllers
Passthrough: Full-Color Stereoscopic
Wi-Fi: Wi-Fi 6E
Bluetooth: Bluetooth 5.2
PC VR: Supported
Color: White

Key Features

• All-In-One VR / Mixed Reality Headset
• 256GB Internal Storage
• Qualcomm Snapdragon XR2 Gen 2
• 8GB RAM
• 1832 × 1920 Resolution Per Eye
• LCD Display
• Fresnel Lens Optics
• Up to 120Hz Refresh Rate
• 20 PPD Display Density
• 96° Horizontal Field of View
• 90° Vertical Field of View
• 6DoF Inside-Out Tracking
• Head Tracking
• Hand Tracking
• Full-Color Stereoscopic Passthrough
• 4MP / 18 PPD Passthrough
• Mixed Reality Support
• Dedicated Passthrough Action Button
• Two Touch Plus Controllers
• TruTouch Haptics
• Built-In Spatial Audio
• Dual Built-In Speakers
• 3 Preset IPD Positions
• Wi-Fi 6E
• Bluetooth 5.2
• USB-C
• Standalone VR Gaming
• Standalone Mixed Reality
• PC VR Support
• Meta Quest Link Support
• Meta Quest Air Link Support
• Approx. 2.5-Hour Battery Life
• White

256GB Internal Storage

This model provides:

256GB Internal Storage

The increased capacity provides additional room for:

• VR Games
• Mixed Reality Games
• Applications
• Downloadable Content
• Media
• Software Updates
• System Files

Storage

256GB

Expandable Storage

No

The Quest 3S does not include a microSD card slot for storage expansion.

Snapdragon XR2 Gen 2

Quest 3S is powered by:

Qualcomm Snapdragon XR2 Gen 2

Processor

Snapdragon XR2 Gen 2

RAM

8GB

Quest 3S shares its XR2 Gen 2 processing platform and 8GB RAM configuration with Quest 3.

Display

Quest 3S provides:

1832 × 1920 Pixels Per Eye

Resolution Per Eye

1832 × 1920

Display Type

LCD

Pixel Density

20 PPD

Meta's current hardware specifications confirm the 1832 × 1920 physical display resolution per eye and 20 PPD specification.

Fresnel Optics

Quest 3S uses the proven optical stack associated with Quest 2 rather than the pancake optics found on Quest 3.

Lens Type

Fresnel

Up to 120Hz Refresh Rate

Maximum Refresh Rate

120Hz

The actual operating refresh rate depends on the application and system configuration. Meta currently lists 120Hz as the Quest 3S maximum screen refresh rate.

Field of View

Horizontal FOV

96°

Vertical FOV

90°

Meta lists Quest 3S with a 96° horizontal and 90° vertical field of view.

Full-Color Passthrough

Quest 3S features:

Full-Color Stereoscopic Passthrough

The external RGB cameras allow users to see their physical environment while supported applications integrate virtual objects into the real-world view.

Passthrough

Full Color

Type

Stereoscopic

Passthrough Specification

4MP / 18 PPD

Quest 3S provides the same 4MP / 18 PPD color passthrough specification listed by Meta for Quest 3, but unlike Quest 3 it does not include the dedicated depth sensor.

Mixed Reality

Quest 3S supports:

Mixed Reality – MR

Supported applications can combine digital objects with the user's real-world surroundings.

Virtual Reality

Yes

Mixed Reality

Yes

Dedicated Depth Sensor

Dedicated Depth Sensor

No

Quest 3S provides color passthrough and mixed-reality capabilities but does not have the dedicated depth sensor found on Quest 3.

6DoF Inside-Out Tracking

Quest 3S provides:

6 Degrees of Freedom – 6DoF

Tracking

Inside-Out

Head Tracking

Yes

External Base Stations

Not Required

Hand Tracking

Quest 3S supports:

Controller-Free Hand Tracking

Compatible applications can track hand movements without requiring the Touch Plus controllers. Meta lists both head and hand tracking for Quest 3S.

Touch Plus Controllers

Quest 3S includes:

2× Meta Quest Touch Plus Controllers

Controller features include:

• Motion Tracking
• Analog Sticks
• Face Buttons
• Triggers
• Grip Controls
• Menu Controls
• TruTouch Haptic Feedback

Controller Tracking

Hybrid CV / ML

Haptics

TruTouch

Controller Power

AA Batteries

Meta specifies Touch Plus controllers as included with Quest 3S, using hybrid computer-vision/machine-learning tracking and TruTouch haptics.

Built-In Audio

Quest 3S includes:

2× Built-In Speakers

Built-In Speakers

Yes

Spatial Audio

Yes

3.5mm Headphone Jack

3.5mm Headphone Jack

No

Unlike Quest 3, Meta's current Quest 3S specifications do not list a 3.5mm headphone jack.

IPD Adjustment

Quest 3S provides:

3 Preset IPD Positions

rather than the continuous adjustment system used by Quest 3.

Wi-Fi 6E

Wi-Fi

Wi-Fi 6E Certified

This wireless connectivity supports online features, game and application downloads, software updates, streaming, multiplayer, and compatible Air Link PC VR connections.

Bluetooth

Bluetooth

Bluetooth 5.2

USB-C

Quest 3S includes:

1× USB-C Port

The USB-C connection is used for charging, data connectivity, and compatible wired PC VR connections.

Standalone VR & MR

Quest 3S operates as an:

All-In-One Standalone VR / MR Headset

A gaming PC or console is not required for compatible standalone Meta Quest games and applications.

PC VR Support

Quest 3S also supports compatible PC VR content through:

Meta Quest Link – Wired

or:

Meta Quest Air Link – Wireless

A compatible Windows gaming PC is required for PC VR operation.

Battery Life

Typical Battery Life

Approx. 2.5 Hours

Actual runtime varies depending on applications, passthrough usage, display settings, wireless activity, volume, battery condition, and other usage factors. Meta currently lists Quest 3S battery life at approximately 2.5 hours.

Specifications

Quick Product Fields

• Brand: Meta
• Model: Quest 3S
• Device Type: All-In-One VR / MR Headset
• Storage: 256GB
• RAM: 8GB
• Processor: Snapdragon XR2 Gen 2
• Display: LCD
• Resolution: 1832 × 1920 Per Eye
• Optics: Fresnel
• Refresh Rate: Up to 120Hz
• FOV: 96° Horizontal / 90° Vertical
• Tracking: 6DoF Inside-Out
• Hand Tracking: Yes
• Passthrough: Full-Color Stereoscopic
• Mixed Reality: Yes
• Dedicated Depth Sensor: No
• Controllers: 2× Touch Plus
• Built-In Audio: Yes
• 3.5mm Headphone Jack: No
• Wi-Fi: Wi-Fi 6E
• Bluetooth: 5.2
• Charging Port: USB-C
• Battery Life: Approx. 2.5 Hours
• Standalone VR: Yes
• PC VR: Yes
• Expandable Storage: No
• Color: White

128GB vs 256GB

The primary difference between these Quest 3S versions is internal storage.

Quest 3S 128GB: 128GB Internal Storage

Quest 3S 256GB: 256GB Internal Storage

The 256GB model provides twice the internal storage capacity, giving users more space for installed games, applications, downloadable content, and media. Meta launched Quest 3S in both 128GB and 256GB configurations.

Standard Package Contents

The standard retail configuration includes:

• Meta Quest 3S Headset
• 2× Meta Quest Touch Plus Controllers
• Controller Batteries
• Standard Facial Interface
• Head Strap
• Charging Cable
• Power Adapter
• Product Documentation

Package contents can vary by region, bundle, or production period, so verify the physical retail package before publishing an exact accessories list.

Compatibility

Standalone Meta Quest VR / MR

Yes

Windows PC VR

Yes – Compatible Gaming PC Required

Meta Quest Link

Yes

Air Link

Yes

PlayStation

No Native Support

Xbox

No Native VR Support

Best For

• Standalone VR Gaming
• Mixed Reality Gaming
• PC VR
• Larger VR Game Libraries
• VR Fitness
• Social VR
• Entertainment
• Rhythm Games
• Hand-Tracking Experiences
• Full-Color Mixed Reality
• Users Who Need More Internal Storage

Why Choose the Meta Quest 3S 256GB?

The Meta Quest 3S 256GB combines 256GB internal storage, Snapdragon XR2 Gen 2 processing, 8GB RAM, 1832 × 1920 resolution per eye, up to 120Hz refresh rate, full-color passthrough, 6DoF inside-out tracking, hand tracking, and Touch Plus controllers.

Compared with the 128GB model, the 256GB version provides twice the internal storage, giving users additional room for VR and mixed reality games and applications while retaining the same core Quest 3S hardware and performance.