Compare HTC Vive Focus Vision vs Samsung HMD Odyssey Plus
In this technical comparison between the HTC Vive Focus Vision and the Samsung HMD Odyssey Plus, 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 2880 × 1600 total (1440 × 1600 per eye) for the HMD Odyssey Plus.
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 $499 (at launch).
| Specifications |
HTC Vive Focus Vision |
Samsung HMD Odyssey Plus |
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| Launch | ||
| Version | October 2024 | October 2018 |
| Display | ||
| Type | Dual Fast-switch LCD Panels | Dual 3.5" AMOLED (with Anti-SDE technology) |
| Resolution | 2448 × 2448 pixels per eye (5K Combined) | 2880 × 1600 total (1440 × 1600 per eye) |
| Refresh rate | 90Hz (Up to 120Hz via DisplayPort mode) | 60Hz or 90Hz (depends on PC performance mode) |
| Field of view | Up to 120° | 110° |
| Brightness | Optimized for high-fidelity VR | High (AMOLED standard) |
| HDR | No (Standard LCD) | Not supported |
| Optics | ||
| Lens type | Dual-element Fresnel Lenses | Fresnel |
| IPD adjustment | Motorized Auto-IPD adjustment (57mm – 72mm) | Physical hardware dial (60mm – 72mm) |
| Eye relief | 150mm wide facial interface (designed to accommodate glasses) | Fixed (No physical lens-to-eye distance slider) |
| Tracking & Input | ||
| Tracking type | 6-DOF Inside-out via 4 tracking cameras | Windows Mixed Reality (6DOF Inside-out via 2 front cameras) |
| Controller tracking | 6-DOF VIVE XR Controllers (included) | Tracked by headset cameras (no base stations needed) |
| Hand tracking | es (26-point precision; assisted by infrared floodlight) | No |
| Eye tracking | Built-in (120Hz gaze data output) | No |
| Facial tracking | Supported (requires separate VIVE Facial Tracker accessory) | No |
| Performance | ||
| Processor / Chipset | Qualcomm Snapdragon XR2 Gen 1 | None (PC-powered) |
| RAM | 12GB LPDDR5 | PC Dependent (8GB+ recommended) |
| Storage | 128GB (Expandable up to 2TB via MicroSD) | No |
| Mixed Reality Features | ||
| Passthrough | Dual 16MP Color cameras (Stereoscopic Full-Color) | "Flashlight" mode (Low-res grayscale via tracking cameras) |
| Depth sensing | Dedicated Depth Sensor for scene understanding and mapping | Software-based via dual tracking cameras |
| Audio | ||
| Built-in audio | Dual-driver directional speakers (open-back design) | Integrated AKG-tuned 360° spatial headphones |
| 3.5mm jack | Yes | No (Headphones are built-in and non-removable) |
| Mic | Dual microphones with noise and echo cancellation | Integrated dual-array microphones (supports Cortana) |
| Connectivity | ||
| Wired | USB-C 3.2 Gen 1 with DisplayPort Alt Mode support | 4-meter Y-cable (HDMI 2.0 and USB 3.0) |
| Wireless | Wi-Fi 6 / Wi-Fi 6E | No |
| Bluetooth | Bluetooth 5.2 + BLE | Integrated into the headset (for controller pairing) |
| PCVR support | Yes (Lossless via Wired DisplayPort or Wireless via VIVE Streaming) | Native (WMR Portal / SteamVR) |
| Compatibility | ||
| Platforms | VIVE Business, SteamVR (via PC), Viveport | SteamVR, Windows Mixed Reality |
| Supported OS | VIVE XR (Android-based) / Windows (for PCVR) | Windows 10, Windows 11 |
| Comfort | ||
| Weight | ~700g+ (Balanced 50-50 weight distribution) | 590g (Approx. 1.3 lbs) |
| Strap type | Rigid strap with rear-mounted battery and adjustment dial | Halo-style headband with rear adjustment dial |
| Face interface | Replaceable PU leather cushions (Magnetic) | Breathable, anti-fog fabric foam (wider nose guard than original Odyssey) |
| Battery | ||
| Battery life | Up to 2 hours | N/A (Headset is wired) |
| Charging method | USB-C (30W Fast Charging) | N/A (Controllers use 2x AA batteries each) |
| External battery support | Hot-swappable; includes a built-in reserve battery (20-min standby) | N/A |
| Misc | ||
| Inside the box | Headset, 2x Controllers, Battery, 30W Adapter, Charging Splitter, Lens Cloth | Odyssey+ Headset, 2x Bluetooth Motion Controllers, 4x AA batteries, Microfiber cloth |
| Price | $999 USD (Consumer Edition) / ~$1,499 USD (Business Edition) | $499 (at launch) |
| Full Details | Vive Focus Vision - Full Specifications | HMD Odyssey Plus - Full Specifications |