Qualcomm has launched an upgraded virtual reality chip called the Snapdragon XR2 Plus Gen 2. This new platform offers major improvements over its previous version, the XR2 Gen 2.
The most impressive upgrade is the support for a super sharp resolution of 4.3K per eye at a smooth 90 frames per second. This is a big jump up from the 3K resolution of the older chip. It means VR headsets using the XR2+ Gen 2 can deliver much more realistic and immersive visuals.
The new chip also has better tracking and AI capabilities. It can support up to 12 cameras for precise monitoring of user movements and surroundings. This allows for more intuitive interaction and navigation in VR spaces.
Processing speeds have also been boosted – by 15% for graphics and 20% for general computations compared to the XR2 Gen 2. This extra performance empowers the chip to handle even the most graphically demanding VR applications.
To make development easier, Qualcomm has teamed up with Goertek to offer two new reference designs for hardware makers. One uses the XR2 Gen 2 for 3K graphics and the other utilizes the XR2+ Gen 2 for full 4K visuals.
Major companies like Samsung and Google plan to use the Snapdragon XR2+ Gen 2 in their upcoming products. With its big upgrades in resolution, tracking, and processing power, the new chip looks set to push VR experiences to exciting new levels.
