Pimax 4K

Developer	Pimax Technology
Requires	PC
Resolution	3840 x 2160P
Pixel Density	806 PPI
Refresh Rate	90 Hz
Image
Field of View	110 degrees
Optics
Optics	Dual 53mm lense
Tracking	3DOF
Rotational Tracking	Gyroscope, Accelerometer, Magnetometer
Update Rate	Rotational: 1000 Hz
Audio	Removable headphones
Connectivity	HDMI,USB
Sensors	Range, Light
Size	18.00 x 11.70 x 9.00cm

The Pimax 4K is a VR headset that was released in April 2016 by Pimax Technology. It was priced at USD375 and available from GearBest.

Features

• Pushing boundary in the HD VR technology, Pimax 4K has 1920x2160 per eye. This results in a clearer and sharper picture when you’re playing games like WarThunder or DirtRally

• The Pimax 4K features a dual 53mm lens that provides an 110 Degree FOV, putting it on par with established VR Headset on the market.

• Pimax 4K Adopts 1000 Hz dual gyroscope which reduces dizziness for the users, although user experience may vary relatively.

• With the wellness of user’s eyesight in mind, Pimax 4K is built with a three-pronged features of anti-bluray, auto mist removal and auto light adjusting.

• Built to be compatible with SteamVR and Occulus games, you just have to setup your Pimax 4K and start playing VR games from these platforms.

Hardware

Design & Comfort

Sleek looking and elegantly designed in black, the Pimax 4K is built with ABS with medical grade sponge covering the edge of the headset, providing a comfort wear for the users. A glaring flaw would be the nose section, where it’s not covered in any protective sponge, making it uncomfortable for users wearing it for long durations.

Visual & Optics

While it’s not 3840 x 2160 in its truest sense, having a 1920 x 1080 resolution with 90Hz refresh rate on each eye still puts it far ahead amongst VR headsets competitors. Its auto myopic adjustment features enable some users to wear the headset with or without glasses.

Sensors

The Pimax 4K has an array of built-in sensors (1000Hz gyroscope, acceleration sensor, magnetometer, range sensor, light sensor). However, the Pimax 4K doesn’t support positional tracking, nor does it support controllers or pointers at the moment, putting it at a slight disadvantage among its competitors in this aspect. A feature upgrade in the future Pimax 8K would be much welcomed for the community.

Audio

The Pimax 4K comes with removable audio headphones, where you can easily detach from the side strap should you opt to use your own higher quality headphones.

Technical Specifications

The official specification listed on GearBest, the online store is as follow :

General	Brand: PIMAX VR Glasses Type: VR Headset Features: High Resolution,Lightweight Compatible with: Computer Material: ABS,Glass,Sponge Color: Black
Product Detail	FOV Range: 90 - 110 degree FOV: 110 degrees FPS (frame per second): 60Hz IPD Range: Yes IPD (Interpupillary distance): 58 - 71mm Focus Adjustment: Yes Connecting interface: HDMI,USB Primary Button Type: Button Resolution Support: 3840 x 2160P
Dimension and Weight	Product weight: 0.499 kg Package weight: 1.498 kg Product size (L x W x H): 18.00 x 11.70 x 9.00 cm / Package size (L x W x H): 32.00 x 29.00 x 12.00 cm /
Package Contents	Package Contents: 1 x 3D Headset, 1 x Cleaning Cloth, 2 x Earphones, 3 x Belt

PC Requirement

• Intel Core i5
• 4GB of RAM
• At least Nvidia GeForce GTX 960 or AMD Radeon R9 290
• Microsoft Windows 7 or higher

Software

Before you get your Pimax 4K up and running, you’ll need to download the PiPlay Driver and Content Platform from the website.

As for VR developers, do stay tune for news of coming release of the Pimax SDK.

Apps

You’ll need to download the PiPlay content platform along with the driver in order for you to start playing games.

The Pimax 4K is made to be compatible with SteamVR and Occulus games like :

• WarThunder,
• Project Cars
• Assetto Corsa
• Dirt Rally

If you’re looking to integrate your Pimax 4K to Steam VR, here’s a guide for that

And here’s a guide to setup your Pimax 4K for Occulus games.

Developer

While no date has been announced, the homepage of Pimax 4K definitely mentioned that the Pimax SDK will be released soon.

Background

As a relatively unknown company in the VR industry, PiMax Technology was formed in May 2014. Building its first prototype in 2015, Pimax Technology launched its pioneer product, PiMax 4K in April 2016, and won The Best VR of CES Asia 2016 award the following month.

History

• May 2016 : Pimax 4K won The Best VR of CES ASIA 2016
• April 2016 : Pimax launched the world's 1st 4K VR product, Pimax 4K, in Beijing, China
• March 2016 : Pi Play, the contents stores, alpha version released
• Jan 2016 : Pimax launched the world's 1st 4K VR experience

References

• http://en.pimaxvr.com/
• http://www.gearbest.com/pc-headset/pp_423476.html
• https://vrworld.com/2016/11/10/hands-on-review-pimax-4k-vr-headset/
• https://www.rockpapershotgun.com/2016/09/27/4k-vr-headset/