Compare Samsung Galaxy XR vs Valve Steam Frame
In this technical comparison between the Samsung Galaxy XR and the Valve Steam Frame, 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 2160 × 2160 per eye for the Steam Frame.
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 Estimated $599 – $899 USD.
| Specifications |
Samsung Galaxy XR |
Valve Steam Frame |
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| Launch | ||
| Version | October 2025 | 2026 |
| Display | ||
| Type | Dual Micro-OLED panels | Dual LCD Panels (RGB Stripe) |
| Resolution | 3,552 × 3,840 per eye (29 million total pixels) | 2160 × 2160 per eye |
| Refresh rate | 60Hz, 72Hz (Default), up to 90Hz | 72Hz, 90Hz, 120Hz (144Hz Experimental mode) |
| Field of view | 109° Horizontal / 100° Vertical | Up to 110° (Horizontal) |
| Brightness | High-peak brightness with 95% DCI-P3 color gamut | High-persistence LCD (specific nits TBD, optimized for clarity) |
| HDR | Supports HDR10 and HLG video playback | - |
| Optics | ||
| Lens type | Even HAO 2.0 (Holistic Adaptive Optics) – specialized high-definition lenses | Custom Pancake Lenses (Edge-to-edge sharpness) |
| IPD adjustment | Electronic/Mechanical adjustment (54mm – 70mm) | Physical manual dial |
| Eye relief | Supports separately purchasable Kodak prescription optical inserts | Adjustable (fits glasses up to 140mm wide) |
| Tracking & Input | ||
| Tracking type | 6-DOF Inside-out tracking | 6-DOF Inside-out (SLAM) |
| Controller tracking | Supports dedicated Galaxy XR Controllers (sold separately) | Tracked via 4 outward-facing monochrome cameras |
| Hand tracking | High-precision via 6 world-facing cameras | Supported (via expansion or software update; focus is on controllers) |
| Eye tracking | Yes (4 interior cameras) | Yes (2 interior cameras); enables Foveated Streaming |
| Facial tracking | Included; supports natural expressions for avatars | Optional (Supported via front expansion port) |
| Performance | ||
| Processor / Chipset | Qualcomm Snapdragon XR2+ Gen 2 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 (4nm ARM64) |
| RAM | 16GB | 16GB Unified LPDDR5X |
| Storage | 256GB (No microSD expansion) | 256GB or 1TB UFS (plus MicroSD slot for expansion) |
| Mixed Reality Features | ||
| Passthrough | High-resolution Full-Color Passthrough via dual 6.5MP cameras | Monochrome (Grayscale) via 4 tracking cameras (1280× 1024) |
| Depth sensing | Built-in Depth Sensor and Flicker Sensor for environmental mapping | Software-based (Expansion port allows for hardware depth modules) |
| Audio | ||
| Built-in audio | Two 2-way speakers (Woofer + Tweeter) with Dolby Atmos | Dual stereo drivers per ear (Extra-fidelity, vibration-canceling) |
| 3.5mm jack | No (supports USB-C and Bluetooth audio) | Yes |
| Mic | 6-microphone array with beamforming | Dual microphone array |
| Connectivity | ||
| Wired | Proprietary power connector; USB-C (for data transfer only) | USB-C 2.0 (Rear-mounted for charging/data) |
| Wireless | Wi-Fi 7 | Wi-Fi 7 (Dual-radio 5GHz/6GHz for simultaneous internet /streaming) |
| Bluetooth | Bluetooth 5.4 | Bluetooth 5.3 (Dedicated 2.4GHz link for controllers) |
| PCVR support | Supported via wireless streaming/link apps | Yes (Includes a 6GHz Wi-Fi 6E USB Adapter for low-latency direct link) |
| Compatibility | ||
| Platforms | Android XR (Google Play Store ecosystem) | Steam, SteamVR, Standalone SteamOS |
| Supported OS | Android XR (powered by Google, optimized for Gemini AI) | SteamOS 3 (Arch-based Linux); runs Windows games via Proton/FEX-Emu |
| Comfort | ||
| Weight | 545g (Headset) / 302g (External battery pack) | 185g (Core module) / 440g (Total with battery strap) |
| Strap type | Ergonomic side bands with forehead cushion to distribute pressure | Padded retractable strap with rear-mounted battery (counterbalanced) |
| Face interface | Fabric-based soft-touch interface; light shield included | Fabric/Plastic hybrid (replaceable) |
| Battery | ||
| Battery life | ~2 hours (General use) / 2.5 hours (Video playback) | ~2–3 hours (Standalone) / ~4–5 hours (PC Streaming) |
| Charging method | USB-C (charging the external puck) | USB-C (45W Fast Charging supported) |
| External battery support | Required (Tethered external battery design) | Supported via USB-C |
| Misc | ||
| Inside the box | Galaxy XR Headset, External Battery Pack, Forehead Cushion, Light Shield, Lens Cleaning Cloth, USB-C Cable & Power Adapter | Headset, 2x Steam Frame Controllers, 6GHz Wireless Adapter, 45W Charger, USB-C Cable |
| Price | $1,799.99 USD (Controllers and Travel Case sold separately for $249.99 each) | Estimated $599 – $899 USD |
| Full Details | Galaxy XR - Full Specifications | Steam Frame - Full Specifications |