Apple
Apple Vision Pro 2
M5 + R2 · Lighter · visionOS 3
90
/ 100
From $2,999
VS
Apple Vision Pro 2 wins by 4
Valve
Valve Index
2019
86
/ 100
From $999
Specdex verdict
Apple Vision Pro 2 takes it — here’s why.
In our weighted Specdex score, Apple Vision Pro 2 lands at 90 and Valve Index at 86. That puts Apple Vision Pro 2 ahead by 4 points — a narrow margin driven mostly by its strengths in the categories below.
Pick Apple Vision Pro 2 if…
- ✓Lighter than the original
- ✓M5 + R2 silicon
- ✓visionOS 3 with richer app library
Pick Valve Index if…
- ✓Positional tracking
- ✓Spatial audio
- ✓Active game library
Apple Vision Pro 2 90
vs 86 Valve Index
Score breakdown
Apple Vision Pro 2
90 visuals 100
comfort 84
tracking 96
library 82
Valve Index
86 visuals 86
comfort 82
tracking 84
library 82
Specs side-by-side
| Spec | Apple Vision Pro 2 | Valve Index |
|---|---|---|
| Chips | M5 + R2 | — |
| Per-eye | ~4K micro-OLED | — |
| Field of view | ~105° | — |
| Release year | 2026 | 2019 |
Apple Vision Pro 2
Pros
- +Lighter than the original
- +M5 + R2 silicon
- +visionOS 3 with richer app library
Cons
- −Still expensive
- −Battery life moderate
- −Niche use cases
Valve Index
Pros
- +Positional tracking
- +Spatial audio
- +Active game library
Cons
- −Cables on PCVR
- −Comfort varies with headstrap
- −Battery limited on standalone
FAQ: Apple Vision Pro 2 vs Valve Index
Which is better, Apple Vision Pro 2 or Valve Index? +
Apple Vision Pro 2 scores 90 on our weighted rubric — ahead by 4. Your best pick depends on the sub-scores above.
Is Apple Vision Pro 2 worth the price? +
At $2,999, Apple Vision Pro 2 delivers a Specdex score of 90 — strongest in visuals.
Is Valve Index worth the price? +
At $999, Valve Index delivers a Specdex score of 86 — strongest in visuals.
Does Apple Vision Pro 2 or Valve Index last longer? +
Based on our long-term update and support ratings, both ship with multi-year support. Battery and reliability scores are visible in the breakdown above.