The decision: new or open-box Oculus Rift S?
Both listings are for the Oculus Rift S PC-powered VR headset in black, but they start from different condition premises. One is listed as new, the other as open box. The new unit is at USD 269.99, while the open-box unit is at USD 249.00, leaving a USD 20.99 gap. For anyone shopping VR gaming hardware, the question isn't which headset is more capable; both are Rift S units for PC-powered VR. The real call is whether you want a new-condition unit at a higher listed price or an open-box unit at a lower listed price. From there, the practical tie-breakers are the features listed for the new unit and the complete-set promise made for the open-box unit.
Quick verdict
If you want a listing with no open-box caveat and a named feature set, the new Oculus Rift S is the more direct choice. If you're comfortable with an open box and want the lower of the two listed prices, the open-box Rift S is the practical pick. Neither listing is a bad fit on paper; the better match depends on how you weigh condition confidence against upfront cost.
At a glance
| Product | Listed Price | Price Bar | Condition | Featured Details |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| New Oculus Rift S PC-Powered VR Gaming Headset - Black | USD 269.99 | New | Built-in headphones, room-scale VR, 110-degree FOV, 80Hz refresh, 1-month warranty | |
| Oculus Rift S PC-Powered VR Gaming Headset Black FULL SET IN BOX | USD 249.00 | Open box | Model RIFT S |
Where each product wins
- The new listing wins on condition: it is listed as new, so there is no open-box caveat, and its listed feature set is more detailed.
- The open-box listing wins on the lower listed price: it is the lower-priced of the two.
New Oculus Rift S PC-Powered VR Gaming Headset - Black
The new-condition listing is the one to pick when you want the full feature set spelled out up front. Built-in headphones, room-scale VR, a 110-degree field of view, and an 80Hz refresh rate are all named in the listing, so you have a clear idea of what this Rift S is designed to deliver. Connectivity is Mini DisplayPort and USB 3.0, which matches a PC-powered setup. The listing also includes a one-month manufacturer warranty and notes that no charger is included. The trade-off is the price: this is the higher-priced of the two Rift S listings, so you are paying more before you ever put the headset on. If new condition and clear feature details matter more to you than the exact upfront cost, this is the option to weight.
Oculus Rift S PC-Powered VR Gaming Headset Black FULL SET IN BOX
The open-box listing is the one to choose when you want a complete Rift S kit and a lower listed price than the new-condition unit. This unit is identified as a FULL SET IN BOX item and described as a "NEW OPENED BOX" unit with everything shown in the photos included, which means the set is meant to arrive complete rather than as a bare headset. At the listed price, it is the lower-priced of the two Rift S options. The limitation is condition: the listing explicitly identifies it as open box, not new. That means you are trading a fully confirmed new-condition status for a lower upfront price on a complete set.
Final choice by use case
Choose the new Oculus Rift S if you want new condition and the listed features that come with it. Choose the open-box Rift S if you prioritize the lower listed price and are comfortable with an open-box condition. For most VR shoppers, the decision comes down to whether the higher listed price buys enough condition certainty to justify it. The new listing suits buyers who want condition status; the open-box listing suits buyers who want the lower upfront cost.
