The latest version of the Meta Quest, known as the Quest 3, sets itself apart from its predecessor with its optic hardware. Equipped with a pancake lens kit, similar to the higher-priced Quest Pro, the Quest 3 is able to reduce its optic profile by 40%. This means that the lenses offer a higher resolution of 2064×2208 pixels per eye, which is roughly 30% higher than the Quest 2. The Quest 3 also has a density of 1,218 pixels per inch and 25 pixels per degree. Its default refresh rate is set at 90Hz, but there is also an experimental 120Hz mode available. The Quest 3 provides a horizontal field of view of 110 degrees and has improved sharpness at the periphery by 70% compared to the previous model.

Another notable feature of the Quest 3 is its passthrough capability, which allows users to see the real world around them. This is made possible by the inclusion of a pair of RGB cameras and a dedicated projector with depth sensing. The Quest 3 has a claimed usage time of 2.2 hours on a single charge, extending to 2.4 hours during gaming sessions. The included 18W charger is said to fully charge the battery within 2.3 hours.

In terms of software, the Quest 3 is backward compatible with the entire Meta Quest catalog. Additionally, there are new titles available such as “Lego Bricktales,” “Stranger Things,” and Xbox Cloud Gaming.