Valve Index

Valve Index
The Valve Index headset, controllers and tracking stations
DeveloperValve
ManufacturerValve
TypeVirtual reality headset
GenerationSecond
ReleasedJune 28, 2019
Lifespan2019-2025
Introductory price
US$999
DiscontinuedNovember 12, 2025
Windows, Linux
DisplayTwo 1440×1600 LCD displays with full RGB per pixel, supporting refresh rates of 80 Hz, 90 Hz, 120 Hz, or 144 Hz.
SoundIntegrated headphones, 3.5mm audio jack, built-in dual microphone array
Controller input
Knuckles controllers
CameraFront-facing 960×960 stereo cameras
ConnectivityDisplayPort 1.2, USB 3.0 expansion port
Supports HTC Vive and Vive Pro Controllers and HTC Vive and Vive Pro Base Stations
SuccessorSteam Frame
RelatedHTC Vive, HP Reverb G2
Websitewww.valvesoftware.com/index

The Valve Index is a discontinued virtual reality headset created and manufactured by Valve. Announced on April 30, 2019, it was released on June 28 of the same year. The Index is a second-generation headset and the first to be fully manufactured by Valve. Half-Life: Alyx is bundled with the headset. In November 2025, Valve announced a successor, the Steam Frame, scheduled for launch in early 2026.