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★ Issue 26 · The Headsets Desk · Best Value · Released 2020
HP Reverb G2
by HP
Eddie's pick7.2
Eddie Score
Best Value · /10
★ Best For
Budget PC VR for sims — sharp 2160×2160 per eye, comfortable design, great value for seated experiences
Last tested Mar 2026
★ Dossier · Full Specs
The technical breakdown.
| Spec | Value |
|---|---|
| Resolution | 2160×2160 per eye |
| Refresh Rate | 90 Hz |
| Field of View | 98° horizontal |
| Weight | 498g |
| Display | Dual LCD |
| Tracking | Inside-out (WMR) |
| Audio | Built-in off-ear speakers |
| Connectivity | USB-C, DisplayPort 1.3 |
★ Microphone
★ Receipts · Sources Eddie read
Sources Eddie aggregated for this headset
| Platform | Sample | Score | Updated |
|---|---|---|---|
| 12K+ posts | 70 | — | |
| YouTube | Legacy reviews | 72 | — |
| Steam Community | 8K+ reviews | 74 | — |
★ The Verdict
Pros & Cons
What Eddie Loves
- Sharp 2160×2160 resolution
- Comfortable design
- Great for sim racing/flight sims
- Budget-friendly at $399
- Works with SteamVR
Watch Out For
- WMR tracking has blind spots
- Controllers are mediocre
- WMR platform being deprecated
- Not great for room-scale
- No standalone mode
★ Sub-quests
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