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★ Issue 26 · The Headsets Desk · Most Popular · Released 2026
Steam Frame
by Valve
Eddie's pick9.2
Eddie Score
Most Popular · /10
★ Best For
Best for PC gamers who want standalone too — 144Hz, SteamVR library, foveated rendering
Last tested Mar 2026
★ Dossier · Full Specs
The technical breakdown.
| Spec | Value |
|---|---|
| Resolution | 2160×2160 per eye |
| Refresh Rate | 90/120/144 Hz |
| Field of View | 110° horizontal |
| Weight | 440g (visor 185g) |
| Display | Dual LCD |
| Tracking | Inside-out + optional base stations |
| Audio | Off-ear speakers (Index-style) |
| Processor | Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 |
| Storage | 256GB |
| Battery | ~2.5 hours |
| Connectivity | Wi-Fi 7, Bluetooth 5.4, USB-C |
★ Hand Tracking★ Eye Tracking★ Standalone★ Wireless PC VR★ Microphone
★ Receipts · Sources Eddie read
Sources Eddie aggregated for this headset
| Platform | Sample | Score | Updated |
|---|---|---|---|
| 25K+ posts | 93 | — | |
| YouTube | Major tech channels | 91 | — |
| Steam Community | 15K+ discussions | 94 | — |
★ The Verdict
Pros & Cons
What Eddie Loves
- 144Hz refresh rate
- Standalone + PC VR hybrid
- Full Steam library access
- Foveated rendering
- Snapdragon 8 Gen 3
Watch Out For
- New ecosystem, smaller standalone library vs Quest
- Passthrough not as refined as Quest 3
- Higher price than Quest 3S
★ Sub-quests
More about Steam Frame.
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