Meta Launches its Most Affordable Mixed Reality Headset Quest 3S: Details Inside

By Shivangi Agarwal • Updated On Sep 26, 2024

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Meta hosted its Connect 2024 event yesterday, wherein the company took innovation to the next level as it announced the most affordable mixed reality headset, Meta Quest 3S. The newly launched headset is an extension of Quest 3 that was launched in 2023 and this year’s Quest 3S aims to offer top-notch capabilities at the more affordable price point. Meta Quest 3 was a huge upgrade over Meta Quest 2 and Meta Quest 3S is even more capable as it is equipped with features like Meta Horizon OS for spatial computing, better support for 2D apps, and travel mode.

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Meta Quest 3S: Pricing & Storage

The Meta Quest 3S comes in two storage configurations-

128GB- 299.99 USD
256GB- 399.99 USD

If you buy the Quest 3S before April 2025, you will also get a free 3-month subscription to Quest+ and Batman: Arkham Shadow for free.

Buyers can also opt for the Play Now, Pay Later program where they will get Quest 3S for the lowest prices along with a 24-month Quest+ subscription and Meta Warranty Plus-

Meta Quest 3S (128GB)-19.99 USD
Meta Quest 3S (256GB)-24.99 USD
Meta Quest 3S (512GB)-29.99 USD

The Meta Quest 3S is available for pre-order starting today via Meta.com and the device will go on sale on 15^th October.

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Meta Quest 3S: Features

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The Meta Quest 3S is aimed at those who want an affordable mixed-reality experience. The headset comes with most of the upgrades and hardware that was seen with Meta Quest 3. It includes a Qualcomm Snapdragon XR2 chipset along with Fresnel lenses that have an overall narrower field of view. It doesn’t have the 4k+ Infinite display so 4K content can’t be viewed on this one.

The chipset allows the Quest 3S to be compatible with its earlier model’s entire AAA gaming library and storage starts at 128GB followed by 256GB for the top variant. The design of Meta Quest 3S includes iPhone-esque camera lenses on each side and it won’t be compatible with all Meta Quest 3 accessories. Buyers will be able to use the Elite Strap, Elite Strap with battery, Carrying Case and Compact Carrying Case, Link Cable, Charging Dok, and Active Straps.

Travel Mode will allow working on trains and the headset supports lying down while using it. Meta AI is being improved as well by enabling Hey Meta to wake work to invoke it and more. Meta Quest 3S comes with safety features to protect your privacy and data as well.

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Shivangi Agarwal

Shivangi is a tech writer at Smartprix, where she covers consumer technology news with a focus on smartphones, wearables, laptops, and the evolving world of OTT streaming. Since joining the team in August 2021, she has written over 120 in-depth reviews, comparisons, and buying guides aimed at helping readers navigate the ever-changing tech landscape.

With a strong foundation in English literature and education, Shivangi brings clarity, insight, and a reader-first approach to every story. Her expertise lies in breaking down complex features into accessible, practical insights—whether she’s reviewing the latest smartphone or exploring trends in infotainment.

Shivangi holds a B.A. (Hons.) and M.A. in English, along with a B.Ed in English and Social Studies. She is based in Faridabad, India. You can follow her work on Smartprix or connect with her for tech-related queries.

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