Compare Apple Vision Pro M5 vs Samsung Galaxy XR
In this technical comparison between the Apple Vision Pro M5 and the Samsung Galaxy XR, we analyze the key features to help you choose.
The display is a highlight, featuring a resolution of 23 million pixels total (approx. 3660×3200 per eye) for the Vision Pro M5 versus 3,552 × 3,840 per eye (29 million total pixels) for the Galaxy XR.
Choosing between these two VR Headsets models often comes down to your budget, with prices around 3499 USD and $1,799.99 USD (Controllers and Travel Case sold separately for $249.99 each).
| Specifications |
Apple Vision Pro M5 |
Samsung Galaxy XR |
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| Launch | ||
| Version | October, 2025 | October 2025 |
| Display | ||
| Type | Micro-OLED (3D display system) | Dual Micro-OLED panels |
| Resolution | 23 million pixels total (approx. 3660×3200 per eye) | 3,552 × 3,840 per eye (29 million total pixels) |
| Refresh rate | 90Hz, 96Hz, 100Hz, and 120Hz | 60Hz, 72Hz (Default), up to 90Hz |
| Field of view | ~100° Horizontal | 109° Horizontal / 100° Vertical |
| Brightness | ~5,000 nits (internal) / ~100 nits (perceived) | High-peak brightness with 95% DCI-P3 color gamut |
| HDR | Yes (Supports Dolby Vision, HDR10, and HLG) | Supports HDR10 and HLG video playback |
| Optics | ||
| Lens type | Custom Three-element Catadioptric (Pancake-style) | Even HAO 2.0 (Holistic Adaptive Optics) – specialized high-definition lenses |
| IPD adjustment | Automatic/Electronic (51mm–75mm) | Electronic/Mechanical adjustment (54mm – 70mm) |
| Eye relief | Adjustable via Light Seal sizes & magnetic ZEISS inserts | Supports separately purchasable Kodak prescription optical inserts |
| Tracking & Input | ||
| Tracking type | 6DoF Inside-out (12 cameras, 5 sensors) | 6-DOF Inside-out tracking |
| Controller tracking | No physical controllers (Supports PS/Xbox gamepads) | Supports dedicated Galaxy XR Controllers (sold separately) |
| Hand tracking | Yes (High-precision gesture system) | High-precision via 6 world-facing cameras |
| Eye tracking | Yes (High-performance LED/IR camera system) | Yes (4 interior cameras) |
| Facial tracking | Yes (Used for "Persona" avatars and EyeSight) | Included; supports natural expressions for avatars |
| Performance | ||
| Processor / Chipset | Apple M5 chip + Apple R1 chip (12ms latency) | Qualcomm Snapdragon XR2+ Gen 2 |
| RAM | 16 GB Unified Memory | 16GB |
| Storage | 256 GB, 512 GB, or 1 TB | 256GB (No microSD expansion) |
| Mixed Reality Features | ||
| Passthrough | Real-time 4K Stereoscopic Color Passthrough | High-resolution Full-Color Passthrough via dual 6.5MP cameras |
| Depth sensing | LiDAR Scanner + TrueDepth camera system | Built-in Depth Sensor and Flicker Sensor for environmental mapping |
| Audio | ||
| Built-in audio | Dual-driver Spatial Audio pods | Two 2-way speakers (Woofer + Tweeter) with Dolby Atmos |
| 3.5mm jack | No (Supports AirPods Pro with H2 ultra-low latency) | No (supports USB-C and Bluetooth audio) |
| Mic | Six-microphone array with directional beamforming | 6-microphone array with beamforming |
| Connectivity | ||
| Wired | Proprietary Battery Connector (USB-C on the battery) | Proprietary power connector; USB-C (for data transfer only) |
| Wireless | Wi-Fi 6 (802.11ax) | Wi-Fi 7 |
| Bluetooth | Bluetooth 5.3 | Bluetooth 5.4 |
| PCVR support | Official Mac Virtual Display (Supports Ultra-wide 4K/5K) | Supported via wireless streaming/link apps |
| Compatibility | ||
| Platforms | App Store (visionOS), iPad/iPhone App Support | Android XR (Google Play Store ecosystem) |
| Supported OS | visionOS 2.0 or later | Android XR (powered by Google, optimized for Gemini AI) |
| Comfort | ||
| Weight | 750 – 800 g (with Light Seal and Head Band) | 545g (Headset) / 302g (External battery pack) |
| Strap type | Solo Knit Band and Dual Knit Band (Included) | Ergonomic side bands with forehead cushion to distribute pressure |
| Face interface | Magnetic "Light Seal" (Various sizes) | Fabric-based soft-touch interface; light shield included |
| Battery | ||
| Battery life | 2.5 hours general use / 3 hours video | ~2 hours (General use) / 2.5 hours (Video playback) |
| Charging method | USB-C (via external battery pack) | USB-C (charging the external puck) |
| External battery support | Required (Headset is tethered to external pack) | Required (Tethered external battery design) |
| Misc | ||
| Inside the box | Headset, Battery, Solo/Dual Bands, Light Seal, Cover | Galaxy XR Headset, External Battery Pack, Forehead Cushion, Light Shield, Lens Cleaning Cloth, USB-C Cable & Power Adapter |
| Price | 3499 USD | $1,799.99 USD (Controllers and Travel Case sold separately for $249.99 each) |
| Full Details | Vision Pro M5 - Full Specifications | Galaxy XR - Full Specifications |