Compare Samsung Galaxy XR vs Samsung HMD Odyssey Plus
In this technical comparison between the Samsung Galaxy XR and the Samsung HMD Odyssey Plus, we analyze the key features to help you choose.
The display is a highlight, featuring a resolution of 3,552 × 3,840 per eye (29 million total pixels) for the Galaxy XR 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 $1,799.99 USD (Controllers and Travel Case sold separately for $249.99 each) and $499 (at launch).
| Specifications |
Samsung Galaxy XR |
Samsung HMD Odyssey Plus |
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| Launch | ||
| Version | October 2025 | October 2018 |
| Display | ||
| Type | Dual Micro-OLED panels | Dual 3.5" AMOLED (with Anti-SDE technology) |
| Resolution | 3,552 × 3,840 per eye (29 million total pixels) | 2880 × 1600 total (1440 × 1600 per eye) |
| Refresh rate | 60Hz, 72Hz (Default), up to 90Hz | 60Hz or 90Hz (depends on PC performance mode) |
| Field of view | 109° Horizontal / 100° Vertical | 110° |
| Brightness | High-peak brightness with 95% DCI-P3 color gamut | High (AMOLED standard) |
| HDR | Supports HDR10 and HLG video playback | Not supported |
| Optics | ||
| Lens type | Even HAO 2.0 (Holistic Adaptive Optics) – specialized high-definition lenses | Fresnel |
| IPD adjustment | Electronic/Mechanical adjustment (54mm – 70mm) | Physical hardware dial (60mm – 72mm) |
| Eye relief | Supports separately purchasable Kodak prescription optical inserts | Fixed (No physical lens-to-eye distance slider) |
| Tracking & Input | ||
| Tracking type | 6-DOF Inside-out tracking | Windows Mixed Reality (6DOF Inside-out via 2 front cameras) |
| Controller tracking | Supports dedicated Galaxy XR Controllers (sold separately) | Tracked by headset cameras (no base stations needed) |
| Hand tracking | High-precision via 6 world-facing cameras | No |
| Eye tracking | Yes (4 interior cameras) | No |
| Facial tracking | Included; supports natural expressions for avatars | No |
| Performance | ||
| Processor / Chipset | Qualcomm Snapdragon XR2+ Gen 2 | None (PC-powered) |
| RAM | 16GB | PC Dependent (8GB+ recommended) |
| Storage | 256GB (No microSD expansion) | No |
| Mixed Reality Features | ||
| Passthrough | High-resolution Full-Color Passthrough via dual 6.5MP cameras | "Flashlight" mode (Low-res grayscale via tracking cameras) |
| Depth sensing | Built-in Depth Sensor and Flicker Sensor for environmental mapping | Software-based via dual tracking cameras |
| Audio | ||
| Built-in audio | Two 2-way speakers (Woofer + Tweeter) with Dolby Atmos | Integrated AKG-tuned 360° spatial headphones |
| 3.5mm jack | No (supports USB-C and Bluetooth audio) | No (Headphones are built-in and non-removable) |
| Mic | 6-microphone array with beamforming | Integrated dual-array microphones (supports Cortana) |
| Connectivity | ||
| Wired | Proprietary power connector; USB-C (for data transfer only) | 4-meter Y-cable (HDMI 2.0 and USB 3.0) |
| Wireless | Wi-Fi 7 | No |
| Bluetooth | Bluetooth 5.4 | Integrated into the headset (for controller pairing) |
| PCVR support | Supported via wireless streaming/link apps | Native (WMR Portal / SteamVR) |
| Compatibility | ||
| Platforms | Android XR (Google Play Store ecosystem) | SteamVR, Windows Mixed Reality |
| Supported OS | Android XR (powered by Google, optimized for Gemini AI) | Windows 10, Windows 11 |
| Comfort | ||
| Weight | 545g (Headset) / 302g (External battery pack) | 590g (Approx. 1.3 lbs) |
| Strap type | Ergonomic side bands with forehead cushion to distribute pressure | Halo-style headband with rear adjustment dial |
| Face interface | Fabric-based soft-touch interface; light shield included | Breathable, anti-fog fabric foam (wider nose guard than original Odyssey) |
| Battery | ||
| Battery life | ~2 hours (General use) / 2.5 hours (Video playback) | N/A (Headset is wired) |
| Charging method | USB-C (charging the external puck) | N/A (Controllers use 2x AA batteries each) |
| External battery support | Required (Tethered external battery design) | N/A |
| Misc | ||
| Inside the box | Galaxy XR Headset, External Battery Pack, Forehead Cushion, Light Shield, Lens Cleaning Cloth, USB-C Cable & Power Adapter | Odyssey+ Headset, 2x Bluetooth Motion Controllers, 4x AA batteries, Microfiber cloth |
| Price | $1,799.99 USD (Controllers and Travel Case sold separately for $249.99 each) | $499 (at launch) |
| Full Details | Galaxy XR - Full Specifications | HMD Odyssey Plus - Full Specifications |