GOOVIS G3 Max 3D Head Mounted Display vs Shadow Creator Honghu MR
Side-by-side comparison of specs, features, and pricing
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Which should you buy?
Bottom line: the Shadow Creator Honghu MR is the better buy for most people at $400 less, unless you need the wider field of view.
Buy the GOOVIS G3 Max 3D Head Mounted Display if…
- You want the wider 65° field of view (vs 45°)
- You want smoother 120Hz motion (vs 90Hz)
- You wear prescription lenses
- You play on Steam Deck
Buy the Shadow Creator Honghu MR if…
- You want to spend $400 less ($799 vs $1199)
- You want the lighter 92g fit (vs 300g)
Verdict generated from the recorded spec differences shown in the table below — when a spec is missing for either product, it is left out rather than guessed.
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Specs Comparison
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| Specification |  GOOVIS G3 Max 3D Head Mounted Display $1,199 |  Shadow Creator Honghu MR $799 |
|---|---|---|
| Price | ||
| Price | $1,199 | $799 |
| Display | ||
| Display type | Dual 0.83" Micro-OLED, 3528 ppi | Micro-OLED |
| Resolution | 2560x1440 | 1920x1080 |
| Pixels per degree | 45 | — |
| Field of view (°) | 65 | 45 |
| Refresh rate (Hz) | 120 | 90 |
| Brightness (nits) | — | 700 |
| Virtual screen size (in) | 1000 | — |
| Color support | Full color | Full color |
| Optics | ||
| Optics type | aspheric | — |
| Dimming control | ✓ Yes | ✓ Yes |
| Prescription support | ✓ Yes | — |
| Diopter range | Per-eye diopter adjustment +2.0D to -7.0D in 0.5D steps with digital feedback | — |
| Physical | ||
| Weight (g) | 300 | 92 |
| Frame style | — | glasses |
| Foldable | ✕ No | ✕ No |
| Battery & power | ||
| Battery life (hours) | 3 | — |
| Connectivity | ||
| Connectivity | USB-C (DP Alt Mode) | USB-C |
| Compatible devices | Android, iPhone 15/16, PC, Mac, Steam Deck, ROG Ally, PlayStation 5, Xbox, Lenovo Legion Go, iPad | — |
| Computing | ||
| Operating system | None (display); Android TV via optional D4H1 controller | — |
| Chipset | None in headset; optional D4H1 Android TV media player dongle | Snapdragon XR2 |
| Sensors & input | ||
| Camera | ✕ No | ✕ No |
| Speakers | open-ear | open-ear |
| Tracking | 0DoF | 6DoF |
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GOOVIS G3 Max 3D Head Mounted Display vs Shadow Creator Honghu MR: FAQs
Which is newer: the GOOVIS G3 Max 3D Head Mounted Display or the Shadow Creator Honghu MR?
The GOOVIS G3 Max 3D Head Mounted Display is newer, released December 2023, versus October 2020 for the Shadow Creator Honghu MR.
Which is cheaper: the GOOVIS G3 Max 3D Head Mounted Display or the Shadow Creator Honghu MR?
The GOOVIS G3 Max 3D Head Mounted Display costs $1199 and the Shadow Creator Honghu MR costs $799, making the Shadow Creator Honghu MR $400 cheaper.
Which has the larger field of view: the GOOVIS G3 Max 3D Head Mounted Display or the Shadow Creator Honghu MR?
The GOOVIS G3 Max 3D Head Mounted Display has the larger field of view: GOOVIS G3 Max 3D Head Mounted Display measures 65 degrees vs 45 degrees for the Shadow Creator Honghu MR.
Which is lighter: the GOOVIS G3 Max 3D Head Mounted Display or the Shadow Creator Honghu MR?
The Shadow Creator Honghu MR is lighter at 92g. The GOOVIS G3 Max 3D Head Mounted Display weighs 300g and the Shadow Creator Honghu MR weighs 92g.
What is the main difference between the GOOVIS G3 Max 3D Head Mounted Display and the Shadow Creator Honghu MR?
Based on recorded specs, the GOOVIS G3 Max 3D Head Mounted Display leads on field of view (20 degrees wider FOV) while the Shadow Creator Honghu MR leads on price ($400 cheaper).