Martin Rumenov Pimax has officially launched its latest innovation in virtual reality technology, the Crystal Super, touted as the world’s first retina-level VR headset. This new flagship model was unveiled during the Pimax Sync keynote, where the company also introduced a new membership program and detailed the Crystal Super’s impressive specifications and design.
Crystal Super: A New Standard in VR
The Pimax Crystal Super sets a remarkable benchmark in visual fidelity, boasting a resolution of 57 pixels per degree (PPD). Key features include:
- Display: QLED panels with a resolution of 3840 x 3840 pixels per eye
- Field of View: A wide 120° horizontal field of view
- Lenses: Glass Aspheric Lenses providing 99% light transmission and a brightness of 280 nits
- Local Dimming: Enhanced with 1000 local dimming zones per eye, achieving contrast levels comparable to micro-OLED displays
- Tracking: Integrated eye-tracking and optional base station tracking
- Controllers: Included with the headset
- Software Features: Pimax Play offers features such as Dynamic Foveated Rendering and Upscaling
- Modular Design: Users can swap between optical engines, including options for Micro-OLED and 50 PPD QLED displays
The Crystal Super improves upon its predecessors, the Crystal and Crystal Light, by reducing its size by nearly 30% while enhancing ergonomics for extended use. Its high pixel density allows users to lower anti-aliasing settings, optimizing performance on mid-range systems without sacrificing image quality.
Pricing and Availability
The pricing for the Crystal Super has been adjusted from an initial $1,799 to a starting price of $1,695. The base price is set at $999, with an optional one-time payment of $696 or monthly payments through the new Pimax Prime membership. Current owners of the Crystal headset can benefit from a $399 discount on their Prime membership.
Pre-Order Details
Pre-orders are now open at a refundable price of $999, which includes complimentary DMAS earphones and free shipping in select areas. The headset is expected to ship in Q1 2025, with additional optical engines available for pre-order during the same period.
Introducing Pimax Prime Membership
Pimax has launched the Pimax Prime membership program aimed at enhancing user experience by offering flexible payment options and exclusive services. Benefits include:
- Early access to software updates
- Invitations to exclusive events
- Priority technical support
- Flexible return policies
The Crystal Light: Affordable High-Performance VR
Alongside the Crystal Super, Pimax also introduced the Crystal Light, which has quickly become their best-selling headset. With a resolution of 17 million pixels and a refresh rate of 120 Hz, it delivers exceptional clarity at a more accessible price point. The Crystal Light is now available for as low as $599 through the Pimax Prime membership.
Wireless Freedom with 60G Airlink
Pimax also announced the 60G Airlink, a wireless solution that promises compressionless data transfer for seamless VR experiences. This product will be showcased at CES 2025, marking another step forward in enhancing user freedom within virtual environments.
Overall, Pimax’s recent announcements signal a significant advancement in VR technology, focusing on both high performance and accessibility for users looking to enhance their virtual experiences.
