Meta Quest 3S 128GB

While the Quest 3S offers great value at retail MSRP, Black Friday is coming up in 38 days where Meta typically bundles store credit or popular games.

The Meta Quest 3S 128GB is an impressive entry point into VR and mixed reality, packing the same high-performance Snapdragon XR2 Gen 2 chip as the Quest 3 into a more budget-friendly design. While it uses older Fresnel lenses, it delivers fantastic performance for standalone gaming.

Prices

Walmart (Geeks and Express)	$349.00
eBay	$115.00

Review highlights

Fast Snapdragon XR2 Gen 2 chip provides smooth gaming performance
Excellent full-color passthrough for mixed reality experiences
Includes modern Meta Touch Plus controllers without tracking rings
Fresnel lenses result in a narrower visual sweet spot than Quest 3
Lower screen resolution compared to the flagship Quest 3
Headstrap can feel uncomfortable during longer play sessions

Black Friday — expected discount Bundled Meta Quest Store credit ($50) or game inclusions

Wait for Black Friday promotions to get free software credits or accessory bundles.

Cost per use: $0.96 per hour

Expected savings by waiting: $30-$50 in store credit or game bundles

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