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Apple Vision Pro — M2 + R1 · 4K micro-OLED · visionOS
Apple

Apple Vision Pro

M2 + R1 · 4K micro-OLED · visionOS

86
/ 100
From $3,499
VS
Valve Index — 2019
Valve

Valve Index

2019

86
/ 100
From $999
Specdex verdict

Dead heat — it comes down to priorities.

In our weighted Specdex score, Apple Vision Pro lands at 86 and Valve Index at 86. With scores tied, the decision hinges on which sub-scores matter most to you.

Pick Apple Vision Pro if…

  • ✓Highest-res consumer VR displays
  • ✓Best passthrough quality
  • ✓Excellent eye/hand tracking

Pick Valve Index if…

  • ✓Positional tracking
  • ✓Spatial audio
  • ✓Active game library
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Winner by scenario

Derived from the sub-score breakdown · not a separate test

Visuals

Apple Vision Pro

Compared on the visuals sub-score

Apple Vision Pro leads on visuals (100 vs 86).

Tracking

Apple Vision Pro

Compared on the tracking sub-score

Apple Vision Pro leads on tracking (96 vs 84).

Library

Valve Index

Compared on the library sub-score

Valve Index leads on library (82 vs 74).

Value for money

Valve Index

Specdex score per dollar at MSRP

Valve Index more score per dollar ($999 vs $3,499).

Apple Vision Pro 86
vs
86 Valve Index

Score breakdown

Apple Vision Pro
86
visuals 100
comfort 72
tracking 96
library 74
Valve Index
86
visuals 86
comfort 82
tracking 84
library 82

Specs side-by-side

Apple Vision Pro versus Valve Index — full spec comparison
Spec Apple Vision Pro Valve Index
Chips
M2 + R1
—
Per-eye
~4K micro-OLED
—
Field of view
~100°
—
Release year
—
2019

Apple Vision Pro

Pros
  • +Highest-res consumer VR displays
  • +Best passthrough quality
  • +Excellent eye/hand tracking
Cons
  • −$3,499
  • −Heavy 600+ g
  • −Thin app library

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 vs Valve Index

Which is better, Apple Vision Pro or Valve Index? +

Both score 86 on our weighted rubric — tied. Your best pick depends on the sub-scores above.

Is Apple Vision Pro worth the price? +

At $3,499, Apple Vision Pro delivers a Specdex score of 86 — 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 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.

Which is better for visuals, Apple Vision Pro or Valve Index? +

Apple Vision Pro — leads on visuals (100 vs 86). Compared on the visuals sub-score.

Which is better for tracking, Apple Vision Pro or Valve Index? +

Apple Vision Pro — leads on tracking (96 vs 84). Compared on the tracking sub-score.