Valve Lifts Steam Link VR Resolution to 1.4x in SteamVR 2.19.1 Beta
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Updated · roadtovr.com · Nov 4
Valve Lifts Steam Link VR Resolution to 1.4x in SteamVR 2.19.1 Beta
3 articles · Updated · roadtovr.com · Nov 4
Summary
SteamVR 2.19.1 beta sharpens streamed VR visuals on all supported Steam Link standalone headsets, with Valve citing clearer text, better color and finer detail.
A new default render target of 1.4 times headset panel resolution drives part of the gain, while higher-quality color downsampling before encoding preserves small colored details.
The image upgrade applies beyond games to the SteamVR interface, desktop streaming, third-party overlays and theater mode on Meta Quest, HTC Vive Focus and PICO headsets.
Users must opt into the SteamVR beta in Steam’s Properties menu to get the update, which Valve links to its broader push to improve wireless PC VR streaming.