The idea behind this virtual reality backpack computer is not to be tied to a computer tower. It is positioned as a solution for those who want mobility compared to the mandatory immobility of having VR glasses connected to the computer. It’s powered by a hot-swappable battery system to keep you playing.
Zotac and its absurd VR computer
I have to say that Zotac is a brand that I have known for many years and has some pretty good products. The brand offers ZBOX compact computers, which have different variants, even for gaming and which give very good results. But, with the advent of virtual reality, it occurred to them to create a VR computer that would provide mobility.
It is computer backpacks thought for the virtual reality They have a lot of problems and disadvantages. To begin with, we are talking about a computer that we have hung on the back, which is not positive in terms of ergonomics. Point out that Zotac does not say the weight of new VR GO 4but should about 10 kgs, quietly.
In addition to the weight, we must take into account that this is a computer designed to play, something that generates a lot of heat. We all know that running a game means that the graphics and the processor heat up, it’s normal. It’s a problem to have such a large heat source on your back because, with the weight, it can generate musculoskeletal problems.
According to the list of issues, the VR GO 4 has a autonomy of only 50 minutes. What is curious with this system is that you can change the batteries hot, while playing. We remove one and introduce another, without the system shutting down. The problem is that these batteries take time to charge, they don’t fully charge in 50 minutes. In addition, the backpack for charging has a special base.
Regarding the hardware, it is based on an Intel Core i7 and an NVIDIA RTX A4500, this being more professional graphics, not gaming. It does not make too much sense to have a professional graphics card on a computer designed for gaming .
Innovation doesn’t always pay
Zotac insisted on this product, which I don’t know how much they came to sell. The truth is that it cost me a lot to find stores that sell it today. The Zotac VR GO 4.0 system, which is the latest they released, I’ve only seen it in a few stores. One sells it for just over 4,500 dollars and in another store it is around 5,000 dollars, both being high prices.
At some point, this can be a good alternative to laptops. If we take away the VR aspect and the batteries, as well as the charging system, we could have a good system to play and easy to transport. In fact, it is not a bad solution if you travel a lot, being able to connect it to any hotel television, for example.
Currently, as it is evoked and developed, it seems to me a rather bad idea and harmful to people’s health. I’m surprised that Zotac continues to insist on this product which I thought to be honest had been discontinued.
