When comparing StarVR vs GameFace EP1, the Slant community recommends StarVR for most people. In the question“What are the best VR headsets?” StarVR is ranked 7th while GameFace EP1 is ranked 11th. The most important reason people chose StarVR is:
With a 210 degree vertical field of view along with a 180 degree vertical view the device can mimic 75% of a normal human's field of view, which is more than any other device claims so far (nearly double that of other high end VR sets). This really helps the wearer feel like they are actually in the virtual world.
Specs
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Pros
Pro Extremely immersive displays
With a 210 degree vertical field of view along with a 180 degree vertical view the device can mimic 75% of a normal human's field of view, which is more than any other device claims so far (nearly double that of other high end VR sets). This really helps the wearer feel like they are actually in the virtual world.
Pro Crisp details
While most VR headsets use 1080p or 1440p resolution, the StarVR uses 2560x1440p per eye (total resolution of 5120x1440 or roughly 5K). This will ensure text is crisp, and shapes don't have jagged edges - helping to immerse users even more into the virtual world.
Pro Eye tracking
Not only allows Eye tracking, the so-called "foveated rendering", but it enables software developers to implement features that include the users gaze. (More realistic avatars, Gaze aiming). In this headset it also is used to automatically set the IDP.
Pro Can be used cordless
The device has battery life of up to 7 hours of use cord free. This is great for those that do not wish to be tethered to any objects.
Pro Plenty of content streams
Content will be available from a wide range of providers, including: Android/Google Cardboard, Gameface, Steam VR, Lighthouse.
Cons
Con Lots of nausea
There is still time for StarVR to fix this, however currently nausea is a problem which sets in early, and the effects can last for an hour afterwards.
Con May be meant more for commercial use
The manufacturer (Acer) has stated that these device will be seen in commercial settings such as CR theme parks, so they may be priced out of the casual consumers price range.
Con Bulky
The EP1 is blocky and heavy at 445g, thanks to it's included Tegra X1 SoC and cooling solution.
Con May be noisy with moving parts
The device has a built in smartphone chip that will need cooling in order to run Android games natively. This fan will cause some noise as well as moving air (from the top of the unit), which all may be a bit distracting.