The Pimax 8K was the virtual-reality headset developed by Pimax that became known for an unusually wide field of view.
Pimax presented the 8K as a high-resolution PC VR headset with a field of view substantially wider than many mainstream headsets of its era. The product was funded through Kickstarter in 2017 and attracted attention from enthusiasts who wanted a more expansive view of simulated environments.
The headset used two displays and connected to a computer rather than operating as a standalone device. Its wide view could make driving, flight, and simulation applications feel more enveloping, although the larger visual area also increased demands on the computer’s graphics hardware.
The name can cause confusion because “8K” describes the display-class marketing specification, not a single 8K image covering both eyes in the same way a television is described. Pimax later released related models, including the 5K and 12K lines, so model names matter when identifying the original product.