Apple Vision Pro (Original) Specs
Identifiers: Vision Pro - MQL83LL/A* - RealityDevice14,1 - A2117* - 4075*
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The Apple Vision Pro represents Apple's entry into the AR/XR/VR (Augmented Reality/eXtended Reality/Mixed Reality/Virtual Reality) "headset" market, which Apple refers to as "spatial computing."
The Apple Vision Pro uses an aluminum and glass design that straps onto the face and presents two micro-OLED "ultra-high-resolution" displays to the wearer in addition to a front-facing display that can simulate the wearer's eyes to be visible by others in the same room. A top mounted "Digital Crown" dial allows the user to control the degree of visibility of the outside environment. Audio is provided by dual driver "audio pods" positioned next to each ear.
The Apple Vision Pro is powered by a 5-nm 3.49 GHz Apple M2 processor with 8 cores (4 performance cores and 4 efficiency cores), an R1 coprocessor -- focused on image processing -- a 10-core GPU, and a 16-core Neural Engine. It is equipped with 16 GB of integrated RAM, the choice of 256 GB, 512 GB, or 1 TB of onboard storage (which cannot be upgraded later), and a 6.5 stereo megapixel "stereoscopic 3D main camera system" that can capture "spatial" photos and video.
The Apple Vision Pro headset weighs 1.325-1.431 lbs. (0.6-0.65 kg) depending on the light seal and band used. The physically tethered, required, external battery weighs 0.778 lbs (0.353 kg) and provides up to 2 hours of "general" use or 2.5 hours of video watching.
The Apple Vision Pro uses a "visionOS" -- similar to the iOS -- but it cleverly allows one to interact with the device using hand gestures in midair (captured by six external facing tracking cameras), eye movements (captured by four internal facing eye-tracking cameras), and Siri voice commands. It also supports external Bluetooth keyboards.
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| Introduction Date: |
June 5, 2023* |
Discontinued Date: |
N/A |
| Details: |
The "Introduction Date" refers to the date a model was introduced via press release. The "Discontinued Date" refers to the date a model either was replaced by a subsequent system or production otherwise ended.
*The original Apple Vision Pro first was introduced via press release on June 5, 2023. In the United States, it first became available for pre-order on January 19, 2024 and initial pre-orders started to arrive/it became available in stores on February 2, 2024.
On June 10, 2024, Apple announced that the headset would be available for pre-orders on June 13, 2024 in mainland China, Hong Kong, Japan, and Singapore with initial deliveries/availability in stores starting on June 28, 2024. On June 28, 2024, the headset would become available for pre-orders in Australia, Canada, France, Germany, and the United Kingdom with initial deliveries/availability in stores starting on July 12, 2024. |
| Processors: |
1 (8 Cores) |
Architecture: |
64-Bit |
| Geekbench 4 (SC): |
N/A |
Geekbench 4 (MC): |
N/A |
| Details: |
Geekbench 4 benchmarks are are for a single processor core and all processor cores, respectively. All Geekbench 4 benchmarks are 64-bit. Both numbers reflect an average of user provided results as submitted to the Geekbench website. Higher numbers are better.
You also might be interested in reviewing all single core and multicore Geekbench 4 user submissions for devices with the RealityDevice14,1 Model Identifier, which may include multiple models. |
| Geekbench 5 (SC): |
N/A |
Geekbench 5 (MC): |
N/A |
| Details: |
Geekbench 5 benchmarks are are for a single processor core and all processor cores, respectively. All Geekbench 5 benchmarks are 64-bit. Both numbers reflect an average of user provided results as submitted to the Geekbench website. Higher numbers are better.
You also might be interested in reviewing all single core and multicore Geekbench 5 user submissions for devices with the RealityDevice14,1 Model Identifier, which may include multiple models. |
| Processor Speed: |
3.49 GHz |
Processor Type: |
Apple M2 |
| Details: |
The Apple Vision Pro is powered by a 5 nm, 64-bit Apple M2 processor (SoC) with eight cores (4 performance cores, 4 efficiency cores). Third-party software reports its clockspeed as 3.49 GHz. This model also has a 10-core GPU, a 16-core Neural Engine, an R1 coprocessor -- focused on image processing -- and 256 GB/s memory bandwidth. |
| L1 Cache: |
192k+128k, 128k+64k x4* |
L2/L3 Cache: |
16 MB, 4 MB x4* |
| Details: |
*Third-party software analysis has determined that the Apple M2 SoC has a 192k+128k L1 cache per performance core and a 128k+64k L1 cache per efficiency core. Each performance core reportedly also has a 16 MB L2 cache and each efficiency core reportedly has a 4 MB L2 cache. The system has an 8 MB level L3 cache that is shared by the GPU, as well. |
| RAM Type: |
Unified* |
Min. RAM Speed: |
N/A |
| Details: |
*The Apple Vision Pro ships standard with 16 GB of "unified" onboard memory. |
| Standard RAM: |
16 GB* |
Maximum RAM: |
16 GB* |
| Details: |
*16 GB of "unified" RAM is integrated with the SoC. The RAM cannot be upgraded later. |
| Motherboard RAM: |
16 GB* |
RAM Slots: |
None |
| Details: |
*There are no RAM slots. 16 GB of "unified" RAM is integrated with the SoC. The RAM cannot be upgraded subsequently. |
| Video: |
10-Core |
VRAM Type: |
Integrated |
| Details: |
The Apple Vision Pro has an integrated Apple GPU with 10-cores. |
| Standard VRAM: |
Integrated |
Maximum VRAM: |
Integrated |
| Details: |
The Apple Vision Pro 10-Core GPU is integrated with the SoC. |
| Built-in Display: |
3D Display System |
Native Resolution: |
3660x3200 x2* |
| Details: |
The Apple Vision Pro has a dual screen Micro-OLED "3D display system" reportedly with 23 million pixels, a 7.5-micron pixel ptich, 92% DCI-P3, and supported refresh rates of 90 Hz, 96 Hz, and 100 Hz.
The front of the device also has a curved "EyeSight" display that faces away from the user and that can present a simulated version of the wearers' eyes to others.
*Apple released no formal resolution information for the Apple Vision Pro, but in a detailed technical analysis, iFixit estimated the "lit sensor area" of the internal displays as around 27,5 mm x 24 mm and each pixel as 7.5 microns for an estimated resolution of 3660x3200 for each display at around 3380 PPI. |
| 2nd Display Support: |
Mirroring* |
2nd Max. Resolution: |
720p* |
| Details: |
*Apple originally reported that the Apple Vision Pro supported up to 1080p AirPlay for "mirroring your view in Apple Vision Pro" to any AirPlay-enabled device, including iPhone, iPad, Mac, Apple TV 2nd Gen or later or AirPlay-enabled smart TV, but subsequently changed it to 720p.
Using the Apple Vision Pro's "Virtual Display" feature, it also can show a the display from an Apple Silicon Mac running macOS Sonoma on the headset at 4K resolution or from an Intel Mac running macOS Sonoma at 3K resolution. |
| Standard Storage: |
256 GB, 512 GB; 1 TB |
Std. Storage Speed: |
Onboard |
| Details: |
The original Apple Vision Pro can be configured with 256 GB, 512 GB, or 1 TB of integrated storage. |
| Storage Dimensions: |
Integrated |
Storage Interface: |
Onboard* |
| Details: |
*The storage in this model is onboard. It cannot be upgraded after purchase. |
| Standard AirPort: |
802.11ax (Wi-Fi 6) |
Standard Bluetooth: |
5.3 |
| Details: |
The original Apple Vision Pro supports Wi-Fi 6 (802.11ax) and Bluetooth 5.3. It does not support Wi-Fi 6E. |
| USB Ports: |
1 USB-C* |
Firewire Ports: |
None |
| Details: |
*The Apple Vision Pro battery connects to the headset using a proprietary connector on the left audio strap. The battery has a USB-C port for charging.
The battery cable also can be disconnected from the battery itself using a specific Apple "extraction tool" (or a SIM card removal key or small extended paper clip). It uses a proprietary connector that looks like a larger Lightning port (12-pin).
An Apple Vision Pro "Developer Strap" also can be connected to the right audio strap for testing and diagnostic purposes. |
| Expansion Slots: |
None |
Expansion Bays: |
None |
| Details: |
The Apple Vision Pro does not have any expansion slots or bays. It does have a required, external tethered battery pack. |
| Incl. Keyboard: |
Onscreen* |
Incl. Input: |
Hands/Eyes/Voice* |
| Details: |
*The Apple Vision Pro is controlled via hand gestures, eye tracking, and voice input. It supports an essentially projected "onscreen" keyboard that can be used with hand gestures. It also supports external Bluetooth keyboards. |
| Case Type: |
Headset |
Form Factor: |
Apple Vision Pro |
| Details: |
The Apple Vision Pro uses a "headset" design with a required external, tethered battery pack. |
| Apple Order No: |
MQL83LL/A* |
Apple Subfamily: |
Vision Pro |
| Details: |
*MQL83LL/A is the order number for the original Apple Vision Pro with 256 GB of storage. Configured with 512 GB and 1 TB of storage are order numbers MQL93LL/A and MQLA3LL/A, respectively. |
| Apple Model No: |
A2117* (EMC 4075*) |
Model ID: |
RealityDevice14,1 |
| Details: |
*The Apple Model Number is listed on the box, on the left hand inner rim of the device, and in software. The EMC Number is listed in software. The Model Identifier (Device Model) can be queried by a programmer and appears in error messages in Xcode.
Also see: All devices with the A2117* Model Number, the 4075* EMC Number, and the RealityDevice14,1 Model Identifier. |
| Battery Type: |
35.9 W hr (External) |
Battery Life: |
2-2.5 Hours |
| Details: |
The original Apple Vision Pro requires a tethered external battery pack (A2781, MW283LL/A). Apple reports that the headset provides "up to" 2 hours of "general use" and up to 2.5 hours of "video watching."
The Apple Vision Pro can be used while the battery is charging, but the battery cannot be "hot swapped" with another battery. Turning the power cable counterclockwise from the connector on the left audio strap both disconnects the battery and turns off the Apple Vision Pro. |
| Pre-Installed OS: |
visionOS 1.0.2 (21N323) |
Maximum OS: |
Current |
| Details: |
The Apple Vision Pro runs an operating system similar to the iOS; Apple refers to it as "visionOS." This device runs the latest version of the visionOS -- visionOS 2. |
| Dimensions: |
3.5 x 6.25 x 9.75* |
Avg. Weight: |
1.325-1.431 lbs. (0.6-0.65 kg) |
| Details: |
*Apple does not provide formal dimensions for the Apple Vision Pro, but its height by width by depth (front of display to back of the headband) is roughly 3.5 by 6.25 by 9.75 in inches (8.9 cm x 15.9 cm x 24.8 cm).
The Apple Vision Pro headset weighs a reported 21.2-22.9 ounces/600-650 g (1.325-1.431 lbs); with the weight varying depending on the "Light Seal" around the eyes and the head band configurations. The separate, required, external battery pack weighs 353 g (12.452 oz/0.778 lbs). |
| Original Price (US): |
US$3499, US$3699, US$3899 |
Est. Current Retail: |
US$3499, US$3699, US$3899 |
| Details: |
The original Apple Vision Pro costs US$3499, US$3699, and US$3899 with 256 GB, 512 GB, and 1 TB of storage, respectively.
Photo Credit: Apple, Inc. |
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