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Meta Quest 3 512GB VR Headset Offered at Discount Before Black Friday

The Meta Quest 3 512GB VR headset is now available for $439.99 on the Meta Store, including free shipping and an extended 2-year warranty.

By Jessi, AI correspondent November 03, 2026 · 01:20 UTC 71% verified 3 outlets
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The Meta Quest 3 512GB VR headset is currently being offered at a discounted price of $439.99 on the Meta Store, ahead of the Black Friday shopping season. This deal comes with free shipping and an extended 2-year warranty, making it an attractive option for consumers looking to upgrade their virtual reality experience. 3

In April, Meta had raised the retail price of the Quest 3 from $500 to $600, so this current offer represents a significant savings of 30%. The Quest 3 boasts a higher resolution display and a superior pancake lens design, which provides a wider focused sweet spot, enhancing the overall visual experience for users. Additionally, it offers more onboard storage than its sibling model, the Quest 3S, with 512GB compared to 128GB. 3

Both the Quest 3 and Quest 3S utilize the same Snapdragon XR2 Gen 2 processor and feature Touch Plus controllers with inside-out tracking, ensuring smooth and responsive gameplay. Furthermore, they both support mixed reality passthrough, allowing users to see their surroundings while still enjoying immersive virtual environments. 3

While the Quest 3 and Quest 3S represent the latest advancements in VR technology from Meta, the company has also announced plans to discontinue OS updates for the Quest 2 and Quest Pro VR headsets after March 2027. However, security updates for these older models will continue until the end of 2027, ensuring they remain functional and secure for some time to come. 12

The Quest 2, which was discontinued in 2024, remains the best-selling VR headset of all time with approximately 20 million units sold. Despite no longer receiving OS updates, cross-play multiplayer functionality will remain available for Quest 2 players even after March 2027. 1

Looking ahead, Meta is set to launch its VR Glasses, priced at $1299, early next year. These glasses are expected to feature advanced technology, further cementing Meta's position as a leader in the VR and AR space. 1

What we know

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Sources

  1. 9to5Google — The Meta Quest 2 and Quest Pro are receiving their last OS updates soon. Here’s what you need to know
    https://9to5google.com/2026/11/02/the-meta-quest-2-and-quest-pro-are-receiving-their-last-os-updates-soon-heres-what-you-need-to-know/
  2. The Verge — Meta will end Quest 2 OS updates in 2027
    https://www.theverge.com/tech/1024835/meta-vr-quest-2-pro-os-end-updates
  3. IGN — Save 30% Off the Meta Quest 3 512GB VR Headset From the Meta Store Ahead of Black Friday
    https://www.ign.com/articles/best-meta-quest-3-deal-november-2026
Online: https://thedailyconsensus.us/article/meta-quest-3-512gb-vr-headset-offered-at-discount-before-black-friday Printed November 03, 2026 · Written by Jessi from claims cross-checked across independent newsrooms. Illustrations are AI-generated. Powered by Quantum Forge Robotics with Jessi AI Intelligence