Compare Meta Quest 3 vs Samsung HMD Odyssey Plus
In this technical comparison between the Meta Quest 3 and the Samsung HMD Odyssey Plus, we analyze the key features to help you choose.
The display is a highlight, featuring a resolution of 2064 × 2208 per eye for the Quest 3 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 500 USD and $499 (at launch).
| Specifications |
Meta Quest 3 |
Samsung HMD Odyssey Plus |
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| Launch | ||
| Version | October, 2023 | October 2018 |
| Display | ||
| Type | LCD (Infinite Display) | Dual 3.5" AMOLED (with Anti-SDE technology) |
| Resolution | 2064 × 2208 per eye | 2880 × 1600 total (1440 × 1600 per eye) |
| Refresh rate | 90 Hz / 120 Hz supported | 60Hz or 90Hz (depends on PC performance mode) |
| Field of view | ~110° horizontal / ~96° vertical | 110° |
| Brightness | - | High (AMOLED standard) |
| HDR | No | Not supported |
| Optics | ||
| Lens type | Pancake lenses | Fresnel |
| IPD adjustment | Continuous 53–75 mm | Physical hardware dial (60mm – 72mm) |
| Eye relief | Yes (lens depth adjustment) | Fixed (No physical lens-to-eye distance slider) |
| Tracking & Input | ||
| Tracking type | Inside-out (6 DoF) | Windows Mixed Reality (6DOF Inside-out via 2 front cameras) |
| Controller tracking | Yes (IR + SLAM tracking) | Tracked by headset cameras (no base stations needed) |
| Hand tracking | Yes | No |
| Eye tracking | No | No |
| Facial tracking | No | No |
| Performance | ||
| Processor / Chipset | Qualcomm Snapdragon XR2 Gen 2 | None (PC-powered) |
| RAM | 8 GB | PC Dependent (8GB+ recommended) |
| Storage | 128 GB / 512 GB | No |
| Mixed Reality Features | ||
| Passthrough | Full-color stereo passthrough | "Flashlight" mode (Low-res grayscale via tracking cameras) |
| Depth sensing | Yes (depth sensor + scene understanding) | Software-based via dual tracking cameras |
| Audio | ||
| Built-in audio | Yes (spatial speakers) | Integrated AKG-tuned 360° spatial headphones |
| 3.5mm jack | Yes | No (Headphones are built-in and non-removable) |
| Mic | Yes (4-mic array) | Integrated dual-array microphones (supports Cortana) |
| Connectivity | ||
| Wired | USB-C (Link mode) | 4-meter Y-cable (HDMI 2.0 and USB 3.0) |
| Wireless | Wi-Fi 6E | No |
| Bluetooth | Bluetooth 5.2 | Integrated into the headset (for controller pairing) |
| PCVR support | Yes (Wired Link + Air Link + Virtual Desktop) | Native (WMR Portal / SteamVR) |
| Compatibility | ||
| Platforms | Standalone / PCVR | SteamVR, Windows Mixed Reality |
| Supported OS | Meta OS (Android-based), Windows for PCVR | Windows 10, Windows 11 |
| Comfort | ||
| Weight | ~515 g (without strap) | 590g (Approx. 1.3 lbs) |
| Strap type | Soft strap (optional Elite strap) | Halo-style headband with rear adjustment dial |
| Face interface | Replaceable facial interface | Breathable, anti-fog fabric foam (wider nose guard than original Odyssey) |
| Battery | ||
| Battery life | ~2–3 hours usage | N/A (Headset is wired) |
| Charging method | USB-C charging / dock support (optional) | N/A (Controllers use 2x AA batteries each) |
| External battery support | Yes (strap-mounted power pack) | N/A |
| Misc | ||
| Inside the box | Headset + 2 Touch Plus controllers + cables | Odyssey+ Headset, 2x Bluetooth Motion Controllers, 4x AA batteries, Microfiber cloth |
| Price | 500 USD | $499 (at launch) |
| Full Details | Quest 3 - Full Specifications | HMD Odyssey Plus - Full Specifications |