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Samsung Galaxy XR: specs, price and Android XR
Key facts
| Item | Detail |
|---|---|
| Maker | Samsung, with Google and Qualcomm |
| Operating system | Android XR |
| Display | Micro-OLED, 3552 x 3840 per eye |
| Refresh rate | 60, 72 (default) and 90 Hz |
| Field of view | About 109 degrees horizontal (reported) |
| Chip | Qualcomm Snapdragon XR2+ Gen 2 |
| Memory and storage | 16 GB RAM, 256 GB storage |
| Sensors | 2 passthrough cameras, 6 world-tracking cameras, 4 eye-tracking cameras, 1 depth sensor, 5 IMUs |
| Lens spacing (IPD) | 54 to 70 mm, with optional vision-correction inserts |
| Weight | About 545 g headset, plus an external battery of about 302 g |
| Battery | About 2.5 hours of use, external battery |
| Price (US) | $1,799 at launch; controllers $249.99 extra |
| Availability | Launched in the US on October 21, 2025 and in Korea on October 22; a UK launch on July 8, 2026 is reported |
Samsung's spec table lists 27 million pixels in total, while its product pages say 29 million. Only the per-eye resolution is consistent across sources.
Galaxy XR vs Apple Vision Pro
| Galaxy XR | Vision Pro (M5) | |
|---|---|---|
| Platform | Android XR | visionOS |
| Display | Micro-OLED, 3552 x 3840 per eye | Micro-OLED, 23 million pixels total |
| Chip | Snapdragon XR2+ Gen 2 | Apple M5 and R1 |
| Launch price (US) | $1,799 | $3,499 |
See the Apple Vision Pro page for its price history. This page covers specs and price, not hands-on testing.
Questions
How much does the Samsung Galaxy XR cost?
It launched at $1,799 in the US (listed as $1,799.99 on Samsung's site) for the single 256 GB model. A September 2026 check of Samsung's US page still showed $1,799.99. Controllers are sold separately for $249.99.
What operating system does it use?
Android XR, developed by Google with Samsung and Qualcomm. It is the first headset built on that platform.
What display does it have?
Micro-OLED panels at 3552 x 3840 per eye. Samsung's spec table gives 27 million pixels in total, while its product pages say 29 million.
How long does the battery last?
Samsung's launch announcement cites 2.5 hours of battery usage time. The battery is external and can be used while charging.
Does it support prescription lenses?
Samsung says it supports vision correction through separately sold optical inserts.
How is it controlled?
With hand gestures, eye tracking and voice commands. Controllers are optional and sold separately.