Compare HTC Vive Focus Vision vs Samsung Galaxy XR
In this technical comparison between the HTC Vive Focus Vision and the Samsung Galaxy XR, we analyze the key features to help you choose.
The display is a highlight, featuring a resolution of 2448 × 2448 pixels per eye (5K Combined) for the Vive Focus Vision 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 $999 USD (Consumer Edition) / ~$1,499 USD (Business Edition) and $1,799.99 USD (Controllers and Travel Case sold separately for $249.99 each).
| Specifications |
HTC Vive Focus Vision |
Samsung Galaxy XR |
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| Launch | ||
| Version | October 2024 | October 2025 |
| Display | ||
| Type | Dual Fast-switch LCD Panels | Dual Micro-OLED panels |
| Resolution | 2448 × 2448 pixels per eye (5K Combined) | 3,552 × 3,840 per eye (29 million total pixels) |
| Refresh rate | 90Hz (Up to 120Hz via DisplayPort mode) | 60Hz, 72Hz (Default), up to 90Hz |
| Field of view | Up to 120° | 109° Horizontal / 100° Vertical |
| Brightness | Optimized for high-fidelity VR | High-peak brightness with 95% DCI-P3 color gamut |
| HDR | No (Standard LCD) | Supports HDR10 and HLG video playback |
| Optics | ||
| Lens type | Dual-element Fresnel Lenses | Even HAO 2.0 (Holistic Adaptive Optics) – specialized high-definition lenses |
| IPD adjustment | Motorized Auto-IPD adjustment (57mm – 72mm) | Electronic/Mechanical adjustment (54mm – 70mm) |
| Eye relief | 150mm wide facial interface (designed to accommodate glasses) | Supports separately purchasable Kodak prescription optical inserts |
| Tracking & Input | ||
| Tracking type | 6-DOF Inside-out via 4 tracking cameras | 6-DOF Inside-out tracking |
| Controller tracking | 6-DOF VIVE XR Controllers (included) | Supports dedicated Galaxy XR Controllers (sold separately) |
| Hand tracking | es (26-point precision; assisted by infrared floodlight) | High-precision via 6 world-facing cameras |
| Eye tracking | Built-in (120Hz gaze data output) | Yes (4 interior cameras) |
| Facial tracking | Supported (requires separate VIVE Facial Tracker accessory) | Included; supports natural expressions for avatars |
| Performance | ||
| Processor / Chipset | Qualcomm Snapdragon XR2 Gen 1 | Qualcomm Snapdragon XR2+ Gen 2 |
| RAM | 12GB LPDDR5 | 16GB |
| Storage | 128GB (Expandable up to 2TB via MicroSD) | 256GB (No microSD expansion) |
| Mixed Reality Features | ||
| Passthrough | Dual 16MP Color cameras (Stereoscopic Full-Color) | High-resolution Full-Color Passthrough via dual 6.5MP cameras |
| Depth sensing | Dedicated Depth Sensor for scene understanding and mapping | Built-in Depth Sensor and Flicker Sensor for environmental mapping |
| Audio | ||
| Built-in audio | Dual-driver directional speakers (open-back design) | Two 2-way speakers (Woofer + Tweeter) with Dolby Atmos |
| 3.5mm jack | Yes | No (supports USB-C and Bluetooth audio) |
| Mic | Dual microphones with noise and echo cancellation | 6-microphone array with beamforming |
| Connectivity | ||
| Wired | USB-C 3.2 Gen 1 with DisplayPort Alt Mode support | Proprietary power connector; USB-C (for data transfer only) |
| Wireless | Wi-Fi 6 / Wi-Fi 6E | Wi-Fi 7 |
| Bluetooth | Bluetooth 5.2 + BLE | Bluetooth 5.4 |
| PCVR support | Yes (Lossless via Wired DisplayPort or Wireless via VIVE Streaming) | Supported via wireless streaming/link apps |
| Compatibility | ||
| Platforms | VIVE Business, SteamVR (via PC), Viveport | Android XR (Google Play Store ecosystem) |
| Supported OS | VIVE XR (Android-based) / Windows (for PCVR) | Android XR (powered by Google, optimized for Gemini AI) |
| Comfort | ||
| Weight | ~700g+ (Balanced 50-50 weight distribution) | 545g (Headset) / 302g (External battery pack) |
| Strap type | Rigid strap with rear-mounted battery and adjustment dial | Ergonomic side bands with forehead cushion to distribute pressure |
| Face interface | Replaceable PU leather cushions (Magnetic) | Fabric-based soft-touch interface; light shield included |
| Battery | ||
| Battery life | Up to 2 hours | ~2 hours (General use) / 2.5 hours (Video playback) |
| Charging method | USB-C (30W Fast Charging) | USB-C (charging the external puck) |
| External battery support | Hot-swappable; includes a built-in reserve battery (20-min standby) | Required (Tethered external battery design) |
| Misc | ||
| Inside the box | Headset, 2x Controllers, Battery, 30W Adapter, Charging Splitter, Lens Cloth | Galaxy XR Headset, External Battery Pack, Forehead Cushion, Light Shield, Lens Cleaning Cloth, USB-C Cable & Power Adapter |
| Price | $999 USD (Consumer Edition) / ~$1,499 USD (Business Edition) | $1,799.99 USD (Controllers and Travel Case sold separately for $249.99 each) |
| Full Details | Vive Focus Vision - Full Specifications | Galaxy XR - Full Specifications |