DELAWARE, USA — November 21, 2024 —
In a recent online event, Pimax, a leading innovator in the virtual reality industry, announced the specifications for its "Crystal Super," the world's first retina-level VR headset, achieving 57 PPD.
Let's take a closer look at Pimax Sync :
・Crystal Super - The world's first retina-class VR headset ・Pimax Prime - The ultimate VR experience ・Crystal Light - High-end PC VR for everyone ・60G Airlink - Wireless freedom
Crystal Super - The world's first retina-class VR headset
Pimax's new flagship VR headset, Crystal Super , boasts a retina resolution of 57 PPD, providing unparalleled clarity and immersion. Key specifications include:- QLED panel with 3840 x 3840 resolution per eye
- 120° horizontal FOV (field of view)
- Glass aspherical lens boasts 99% light transmission and 280 nits brightness
- Local Dimming 2.0: 1000 local dimming zones for eye-pleasing contrast and blacks
- Eye tracking and inside-out tracking (base station optional)
- Controller included
- Pimax Play offers a variety of features, including dynamic foveated rendering and upscaling
- Micro OLED, 50PPD QLED, and interchangeable optical engines
In addition to visual clarity, Crystal Super has evolved in almost every way compared to Crystal and Crystal Light. Its size is approximately 30% smaller and its ergonomic design has been improved, allowing for comfortable use even during extended periods of use. It also supports Dynamic Foveated Rendering and upscaling technology, providing a smooth and seamless gaming experience even on mid-range PCs.Crystal Super boasts the ultimate pixel density and allows users to disable or lower anti-aliasing settings to efficiently use system resources while maintaining image quality, ensuring an optimal experience tailored to the performance of your PC.
Crystal Super is also targeted at professional PC VR, featuring a brighter display with a wider field of view, and improved ergonomics for comfortable use even over long periods of time, providing the ultimate VR experience to meet user needs.
Pimax Crystal Super pricing and pre-order details
・Total: 330,219 yen (tax included)
Currently available for 194,699 yen (tax included). By purchasing the headset, you will be eligible for Pimax Prime. The remaining 135,520 yen (tax included) will be used for
・If paying in full : 119,257 yen (tax included, 88% discount on the remaining balance).
・Prime members can pay 5,646 yen per month in 24 installments.
Ownership is tied to the serial number and resale does not reset the order.
Special offers for Crystal users:
- Pimax Crystal HMD owners will receive a discount of 61,787 yen .
Benefits for customers who purchase by December 31, 2024:
- Priority shipping for initial lots <br data-mce-fragment="1">Purchased items will be shipped with priority.
- Free DMAS headphones included <br data-mce-fragment="1">We will include a pair of high-quality DMAS headphones free of charge.
- FREE SHIPPING <br data-mce-fragment="1">Free shipping is available.
Estimated shipping date:
- Crystal Super (57PPD) is scheduled to ship in the first quarter of 2025.
Other optical engines will be available for pre-order from Q1 2025:
> Micro-OLED Engine: 125,021 yen (tax included)
> 50PPD QLED engine (135° horizontal viewing angle): 71,364 yen (tax included)
Pre-orders for the Crystal Super are now open on the official Pimax website, and a live demo will also be available at CES 2025 for those who want to experience the future of VR.
Pimax Prime - The Ultimate VR Experience
Pimax aims to not only provide the world's most advanced VR headsets, but also the best software and services to accompany them.
Pimax has now announced Pimax Prime , an innovative membership program that makes VR even more accessible, offering more flexible payment options, additional services, and new hardware and software features. Specific benefits include:
- Early exposure to new software features.
- Invitations to members-only events .
- Priority technical support, remote one-on-one sessions .
- A hassle-free, flexible return policy .
- Flexible payment options to suit you.
Pimax Prime is Pimax's membership program that offers users benefits across all aspects of hardware, software, customer service, etc. Pimax is pursuing innovation in various areas to further advance the VR experience, including inside-out tracking, mixed reality (MR) capabilities, graphics card reduction, foveated rendering, and improved runtime performance.
Pimax Prime not only provides cutting-edge VR hardware, but also consistently delivers software and services optimized for these headsets to help users get the best VR experience, resulting in a perfect integration of hardware and software for an even more advanced VR experience.
Crystal Light - High-end PC VR made more affordable
The Pimax Crystal Light is a cost-effective model that maintains the core functionality of the best-selling Crystal, and features a simple, accessible design that anyone can use.
- Native resolution of 2880 x 2880 per eye at 120Hz provides an ultra-smooth video experience.
- The glass aspherical lens, QLED panel, and local dimming deliver vibrant colors and realistic contrast.
- Inside-out tracking means no need to purchase or manage base stations.
- High-performance PCVR is available at an affordable price starting from 116,999 yen (tax included).
This product has received hundreds of reviews from both professional YouTubers and casual users. It's especially popular with simulator gamers and those looking for the best VR experience. Digital Trends gave it a 9 out of 10 and even won an Editor's Choice award. It was also used at official Microsoft Flight Simulator 2024 media events, and Optimum rated it as their favorite VR headset for sim racing.
Crystal Light is a new addition to the Crystal series, aiming to bring high-end VR to a wider audience. Furthermore, Pimax has steadily improved its stability and quality control since the beginning of this year, and the finished product is now in excellent condition.
Pimax owns its own factories and controls all aspects of the manufacturing process. We are currently increasing production of Crystal Light and supplying stock to warehouses around the world. Order now and your order will be shipped quickly from your nearest warehouse.
Pimax Crystal Light Price Details
Pimax Crystal Light was originally released for 158,999 yen (tax included), but is now even more affordable through a Pimax Prime membership.
・Total: 168,372 yen (tax included)Currently available for 116,599 yen (tax included). By purchasing the headset, you will be eligible for Pimax Prime. The remaining balance of 51,773 yen (tax included) will be used for
・Prime members can pay 2,157 yen per month in 24 installments.
・If paying in full : 46,595 yen (tax included, 90% discount on the remaining balance).
Pimax Prime membership extends not only to Crystal Light, but also to Crystal Super and upcoming Pimax HMDs (head-mounted displays), allowing more users to enjoy the latest advancements in VR technology.
This innovative plan makes it easy for new users to get started with VR while remaining cost-effective.
Additionally, Pimax Prime members enjoy exclusive discounts on accessories and services, as well as features tailored to flight and racing sim enthusiasts.
60G Airlink - Wireless Freedom
60G Airlink is one of the key technologies Pimax is pushing for the future, aiming to not only make PCVR wireless but also maintain its high visual clarity.
Using standard Wi-Fi protocols significantly diminishes the stunning visuals that are one of the attractions of PC VR. The 60G Airlink module was developed specifically for Crystal, enabling data transfer with virtually no compression, resulting in zero visual artifacts, color banding, or visible latency.
Pimax has improved performance by replacing one key chip in a module that integrates transmitter and receiver functions. This technology not only provides ultra-high bandwidth, but also provides a stable connection within a 5m x 5m range from the PC. This is where 60G technology comes in.
Pimax isn't the first to use this technology. For example, TP Cast for Oculus achieved 90Hz performance at 1080x1200 resolution (per eye). HTC's wireless solution also achieved 90Hz at 1632x1632 resolution. However, Pimax Crystal has already achieved 90Hz and is working towards 120Hz, which will allow for smoother gameplay, even in fast-paced games.
Additionally, it offers a resolution of 2880x2880 per eye, which is higher than any other VR device to date.
And because the technology is so lightweight and integrated into the headset, there are no extra wires or complicated setups required. It's integrated into Pimax Play and works incredibly smoothly.
Pimax is also currently working on optimizing eye tracking technology, including Dynamic Foveated Transport, Dynamic Foveated Rendering, and upscaling modes for Crystal, meaning that Pimax Crystal not only offers the best visual clarity, but also the most advanced wireless solution.
Pimax is currently offering users the opportunity to try out the 60G Airlink in its offices, and will begin beta testing soon. Mass production is now complete, and the 60G Airlink will soon be unveiled to the public at CES in Las Vegas.
