Pimax Launches Groundbreaking Crystal Super VR Headset at CES 2025
At the CES 2025, Pimax, a leader in high-performance virtual reality (VR) technology, showcased its latest innovation—the Crystal Super headset. This new flagship product boasts a remarkable 29 million pixels, setting a new standard for visual clarity in the VR world. It features a resolution of 3840x3840 per eye, making it the first VR headset to achieve retina-level clarity, which promises an immersive experience for users.
The Crystal Super is equipped with advanced aspheric glass lenses that deliver an impressive 57 pixels per degree (PPD) across a sprawling 120° horizontal field of view. With a brightness of 280 nits, the visuals are vibrant and lifelike. At CES, attendees from media outlets such as Linus Tech Tips, CNN, and TechRadar were among the first to test this stunning new headset, commenting on its clarity, brightness, and expansive field of vision—all essential elements for an elevated VR experience.
The showcased model, labeled Crystal Super DVT2 (Design Validation Test #2), was fully functional apart from eye-tracking capabilities, hinting at Pimax's commitment to fine-tuning their product ahead of its full release. This innovative headset is designed not only for gamers but also for various professional uses, such as flight simulation and immersive training experiences.
Interchangeable Optical Engines
A standout feature of the Crystal Super is its interchangeable optical engines that allow users to switch out panels and lenses in moments, increasing the versatility of the headset. During the CES showcase, the QLED 57 PPD variant was demonstrated and is poised to begin shipping shortly, alongside other models—QLED 50 PPD and micro-OLED—set to hit the market in the first quarter of 2025. This modular approach to VR technology enhances usability and future-proofs the headset against evolving user preferences.
Partnerships and Collaborative Demonstrations
Pimax has aligned with several partners to enhance the Crystal Super’s market entry. Notably, the Pimax Crystal Light was introduced concurrently with Crystal Super, positioning it as a more accessible high-end PCVR headset tailored for serious gamers and simulation enthusiasts alike. Partners like Next Level Racing and MOZA Racing showcased the headset’s application within racing simulations and other experiential learning scenarios, highlighting the Crystal Super's adaptability across multiple areas of use.
Moreover, Pimax introduced the 60G Airlink, designed to enable low-latency wireless PCVR experiences with the original Pimax Crystal. Featuring a refresh rate of 90 Hz, this new technology allows users to engage freely without sacrificing performance or visual fidelity.
Conclusion
Robin Weng, the founder of Pimax, expressed excitement about unveiling the Crystal Super at CES, reflecting on the positive feedback received from test users. Weng stated, “It's always thrilling to be at CES and to see users engage with our headsets. This year, especially with the Crystal Super, the responses encourage us to keep pushing the boundaries of VR technology.” This debut not only marks a significant milestone for Pimax but also underscores a transformative moment in the VR landscape, promising to elevate user experiences to unprecedented heights.
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