Compare HP Reverb G2 vs Samsung Galaxy XR
In this technical comparison between the HP Reverb G2 and the Samsung Galaxy XR, we analyze the key features to help you choose.
The display is a highlight, featuring a resolution of 2160 × 2160 per eye (4320 × 2160 combined) for the Reverb G2 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 Originally $599 and $1,799.99 USD (Controllers and Travel Case sold separately for $249.99 each).
| Specifications |
HP Reverb G2 |
Samsung Galaxy XR |
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| Launch | ||
| Release Version | May 2020 | October 2025 |
| Display | ||
| Sensor Technology | Dual 2.89-inch LCD Panels (Full RGB Stripe) | Dual Micro-OLED panels |
| Image Resolution | 2160 × 2160 per eye (4320 × 2160 combined) | 3,552 × 3,840 per eye (29 million total pixels) |
| Refresh rate | 90Hz | 60Hz, 72Hz (Default), up to 90Hz |
| Field of view | 114° (Diagonal) | 109° Horizontal / 100° Vertical |
| Brightness | High-luminance (optimized for simulation environments) | High-peak brightness with 95% DCI-P3 color gamut |
| HDR | No | Supports HDR10 and HLG video playback |
| Optics | ||
| Lens type | Valve-designed Fresnel Lenses (High-clarity "sweet spot") | Even HAO 2.0 (Holistic Adaptive Optics) – specialized high-definition lenses |
| IPD adjustment | Manual slider (60mm – 68mm) | Electronic/Mechanical adjustment (54mm – 70mm) |
| Eye relief | Adjustable via removable magnetic face gasket spacer (on V2 model) | Supports separately purchasable Kodak prescription optical inserts |
| Tracking & Input | ||
| Tracking type | 6-DOF Inside-out via 4 cameras | 6-DOF Inside-out tracking |
| Controller tracking | 6-DOF Reverb G2 Controllers (included) | Supports dedicated Galaxy XR Controllers (sold separately) |
| Hand tracking | No | High-precision via 6 world-facing cameras |
| Eye tracking | No | Yes (4 interior cameras) |
| Facial tracking | No | Included; supports natural expressions for avatars |
| Performance | ||
| Processor / Chipset | (PC-Tethered only) | Qualcomm Snapdragon XR2+ Gen 2 |
| RAM | No | 16GB |
| Storage | No | 256GB (No microSD expansion) |
| Mixed Reality Features | ||
| Passthrough | Low-resolution Monochrome (Flashlight mode) | High-resolution Full-Color Passthrough via dual 6.5MP cameras |
| Depth sensing | No | Built-in Depth Sensor and Flicker Sensor for environmental mapping |
| Audio | ||
| Built-in audio | Valve Index-style Off-ear Speakers (High-fidelity spatial audio) | Two 2-way speakers (Woofer + Tweeter) with Dolby Atmos |
| 3.5mm jack | No | No (supports USB-C and Bluetooth audio) |
| Mic | Dual microphones | 6-microphone array with beamforming |
| Connectivity | ||
| Wired | 6-meter proprietary cable (Connects to DisplayPort 1.3 and USB-C 3.0) | Proprietary power connector; USB-C (for data transfer only) |
| Wireless | No | Wi-Fi 7 |
| Bluetooth | Built-in (for controller pairing) | Bluetooth 5.4 |
| PCVR support | Native (Windows Mixed Reality and SteamVR) | Supported via wireless streaming/link apps |
| Compatibility | ||
| Platforms | SteamVR, Windows Mixed Reality (WMR) | Android XR (Google Play Store ecosystem) |
| Supported OS | Windows 10/11 (Note: Microsoft is deprecating WMR in 2026; legacy drivers required) | Android XR (powered by Google, optimized for Gemini AI) |
| Comfort | ||
| Weight | 498g (Headset only) / 544g (with strap) | 545g (Headset) / 302g (External battery pack) |
| Strap type | Flexible overhead strap with Velcro side adjustments | Ergonomic side bands with forehead cushion to distribute pressure |
| Face interface | Replaceable magnetic fabric cushion | Fabric-based soft-touch interface; light shield included |
| Battery | ||
| Battery life | No | ~2 hours (General use) / 2.5 hours (Video playback) |
| Charging method | No | USB-C (charging the external puck) |
| External battery support | No | Required (Tethered external battery design) |
| Misc | ||
| Inside the box | Headset, 2x Controllers, 6m Cable, Power Adapter, DP to Mini-DP Adapter, USB-C to A Adapter | Galaxy XR Headset, External Battery Pack, Forehead Cushion, Light Shield, Lens Cleaning Cloth, USB-C Cable & Power Adapter |
| Price | Originally $599 | $1,799.99 USD (Controllers and Travel Case sold separately for $249.99 each) |
| Full Details | Reverb G2 - Full Specifications | Galaxy XR - Full Specifications |