The Pimax Dream Air SE is a PCVR virtual reality headset with Micro-OLED panels at 2560 x 2560 pixels per eye and a headset weight under 140 g, aimed at sim racing and flight simulation on PC.
It shares the ConcaveView optics of the Dream Air range and keeps the DFR-ready eye tracking, the integrated spatial audio and the dual-fan cooling, with a 105° horizontal field of view. It connects to your PC over a split DisplayPort cable, with uncompressed video, and runs on Pimax Play software. Two tracking versions are available: Lighthouse (headset only) and SLAM with two 6DoF controllers included.
Key features of the Pimax Dream Air SE
- Micro-OLED panels at 2560 x 2560 pixels per eye
- 105° horizontal field of view with Pimax ConcaveView optics
- Headset weight under 140 g for long sessions in the cockpit
- DFR-ready eye tracking (Dynamic Foveated Rendering) and hand tracking on the SLAM version
- SLAM inside-out tracking with 4 cameras, or Lighthouse tracking with SteamVR base stations
- Integrated spatial audio and dual-fan cooling
- Split DisplayPort cable connection, managed through Pimax Play
Technical specifications
| Feature | Specification |
|---|---|
| Display type | Micro-OLED |
| Resolution per eye | 2560 x 2560 pixels |
| Optics | ConcaveView (Pimax) |
| Horizontal field of view | 105° |
| Headset weight | Under 140 g |
| Eye tracking | Yes, DFR-ready (Dynamic Foveated Rendering) |
| Hand tracking | Built into the SLAM version |
| Tracking systems | SLAM inside-out (4 cameras) or Lighthouse (SteamVR 1.0 / 2.0) |
| Controllers | 2 x 6DoF controllers included with the SLAM version |
| Audio | Integrated spatial audio |
| Cooling | Dual fan |
| Connection | Split DisplayPort cable (DP 1.4a x1 + USB 3.0 or above) |
| Software | Pimax Play |
| Operating system | Windows 10 / 11 (x64) |
| Minimum GPU | RTX 2070 / RTX 3060 / RTX 4060 or RX 5700 XT |
| Recommended GPU | RTX 3080 / RTX 4070 Super or RX 6800 |
| RAM | 16 GB (32 GB for maximum settings) |
Which version should you choose: Lighthouse or SLAM?
| Feature | Lighthouse version | SLAM version |
|---|---|---|
| Tracking type | Outside-in (1-2 base stations) | Inside-out (4 cameras on the headset) |
| Base stations | Required (SteamVR 1.0 / 2.0), not included | Not required |
| Controllers | Not included | 2 x 6DoF controllers included |
| Hand tracking | Not integrated | Integrated |
| Pass-through | Not supported | Supported |
| Tracker support | Works with SteamVR trackers | Not supported |
If you already run a racing simulator with SteamVR base stations on the wall, the Lighthouse version reuses that setup and leaves the controllers out. Starting from scratch, the SLAM version needs nothing mounted on the wall and includes both controllers and hand tracking.
Compatibility
- PCVR only: requires a PC running Windows 10 or 11 (x64) with a DP 1.4a output and a USB 3.0 or higher port. It is not compatible with PlayStation or Xbox.
- Works with laptops provided they have a direct GPU output to MiniDP or USB-C, using an adapter that supports DP 1.4a at 8K and 60 Hz.
- Lighthouse version: works with SteamVR controllers such as Valve Index, Pimax Sword or HTC Vive, sold separately.
- Pimax Play software; runs SteamVR titles as well as OpenXR and OpenVR applications.
Frequently asked questions
What is the difference between the Lighthouse and SLAM versions?
The SLAM version uses inside-out tracking with 4 cameras on the headset, includes 2 6DoF controllers, hand tracking and pass-through, and needs no base stations. The Lighthouse version works with SteamVR 1.0 or 2.0 base stations (not included), includes neither controllers nor hand tracking, but supports SteamVR trackers.
Does the Pimax Dream Air SE work with PS5 or Xbox?
No. It is a PCVR-only headset that connects over a split DisplayPort cable to a PC running Windows 10 or 11; it is not compatible with consoles.
What PC do I need to run the Dream Air SE?
As a minimum, an RTX 2070, RTX 3060, RTX 4060 or RX 5700 XT GPU with 16 GB of RAM. Pimax recommends an RTX 3080, RTX 4070 Super or RX 6800, and 32 GB of RAM for the most demanding settings. Your PC needs a DP 1.4a output and a USB 3.0 or higher port.
Can I use it with a laptop?
Yes, provided the laptop has a direct graphics card output to MiniDP or USB-C. You will need an adapter that meets the DP 1.4a specification at 8K and 60 Hz.
How does it differ from the Pimax Dream Air?
The Dream Air SE keeps the Micro-OLED panels, the ConcaveView optics, the eye tracking, the spatial audio and the dual-fan cooling, but drops to 2560 x 2560 pixels per eye and a 105° horizontal field of view, at under 140 g. The Dream Air offers a higher resolution per eye.
Does it support prescription lenses if I wear glasses?
The standard Pimax prescription lens covers myopia from -1.0 D to -6.0 D. It does not correct astigmatism or hyperopia; outside that range you will need a specialist optical supplier.
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