Google Daydream View (2016) vs. Samsung Gear VR (2015)
Product Summary
Google Daydream View (2016)
Release date: Nov, 2016.Introducing Daydream View, the comfortable and easy to use headset by Google. Having noticed many issues with comfort and the fact that most headsets looked the same, Google has taken the step to stand out from the crowd with their new virtual reality headset. Unlike many headsets on the market today, Daydream ...Read more >
Samsung Gear VR (2015)
Release date: Nov, 2015.Redefine your phone’s hidden power and immerse yourself in beautiful virtual worlds with the Samsung Gear VR. This mobile headset transforms Samsung's latest Galaxy smartphones into the ultimate virtual reality experience and transports you into games so that you become part of the action. Built by Samsung...Read more >
Compare Google Daydream View (2016) & Samsung Gear VR (2015) Specs
General Specifications
Google Daydream View (2016)
Samsung Gear VR (2015)
Display
Smartphone Display
Smartphone Display
Resolution
Smartphone Resolution
Smartphone Resolution
Refresh Rate
Smartphone Refresh Rate
Smartphone Refresh Rate
Platform
Google Daydream
Oculus Home, Android
Field of View
90°
96°
Lens Type
Focal Length
IPD
Lens Diameter
Controller
Daydream View Controller
Touchpad
Sensors
Smartphone Sensors
Accelerometer, Gyroscope, Geomagnetic, Proximity
Tracking Area
None
None
Connections
None
MicroUSB
Built In Mic
None
None
Built In Audio
None
None
Glasses Compatible
Weight
220g
310g
Material
Jersey Fabric
Plastic, Foam
Colour
Slate, Snow, Crimson
Frosty White
Minimum Requirements
Graphics Card
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
CPU
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Memory
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Video Output
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Connections
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
OS
Android
Android
Phone Compatibility
Daydream-ready smartphones
Galaxy S7, S7 edge, Note5, S6, S6 edge
Min. Screen Size
5.0"
5.1”
Max. Screen Size
5.5"
5.7”
