3.9

Comparing the Samsung Odyssey and Gear VR headsets, it’s clear that they both have some impressive features and specifications. Both headsets offer room scale tracking, 360 tracking, and impressive field of view angles (110° for the Odyssey and 101° for the Gear VR). However, there are also a few key differences between them.

One of the biggest pros of the Samsung Odyssey is its resolution. With 1440 x 1600px compared to 2560 x 1440px on the Gear VR, this offers a noticeably sharper image quality with more detail in every frame. In addition, it supports an impressive 90 Hz refresh rate which should help improve overall responsiveness in comparison to the 60 Hz on the Gear VR. The minimum CPU required for operation is also slightly higher on the Odyssey (Intel Core i5 vs no specified requirement on Gear VR), as well as a dedicated graphics card (Nvidia GTX1050). This makes it ideal for gamers who want enhanced visual fidelity and performance while playing PC games.

On the other hand, one major pro of Samsung's GearVR is its compatibility with Android devices – which offers users much wider access to apps than Windows 10-based systems do with their Oculus store exclusivity. It also has an easy plug-and-play setup that requires nothing more than snapping your phone into place inside before you start using it; making it ideal for people who don’t want to be bothered by complicated settings or hardware installation processes.

In terms of personal preference, I found that I enjoyed my experience more when using Samsung's Odyssey headset due to its higher resolution display and faster refresh rate. That said though, if you're looking for a more budget friendly option that still provides decent virtual reality experiences then you might prefer going with Samsung's GearVR instead due to its lower price point and ease of use factor – especially since you can use any compatible Android device rather than having to purchase additional hardware such as a powerful PC gaming rig just to run it.