Name: Samsung - HMD Odyssey Mixed Reality Headset with controllers for compatible Windows PCs - Black
Brand: Samsung
SKU: 6156600
Rating: 4.3 (43 reviews)

Key Specs
- Display Type: AMOLED
- Field of View: 110 degrees
- Movement Tracking: true
- Sensors: Proximity Sensor (Detects stimuli such as heat, light, sound, motion, or pressure and responds accordingly by operating a control or initiating a function of the device.)
General
- Product Name: HMD Odyssey Mixed Reality Headset with controllers for compatible Windows PCs
- Brand: Samsung
- Model Number: XE800ZAA-HC1US
Display
- Display Type: AMOLED
- Field of View: 110 degrees
- Interpupillary Distance Adjustment: false (Adjusts the distance between the device's eyepieces to match the distance between the user's two pupils. This allows for optimal focus and viewing.)
Features
- Controller(s): true
- Number Of Controllers Included: 2
- Interactive Buttons: true (Interact with virtual buttons to control or interact with various elements of virtual reality gameplay. // Use buttons on the device to control or interact with various elements of virtual reality gameplay.)
- Movement Tracking: true
- Sensors: Proximity Sensor (Detects stimuli such as heat, light, sound, motion, or pressure and responds accordingly by operating a control or initiating a function of the device.)
Connectivity
- Connector Ports Required: HDMI
Warranty
- Manufacturer's Warranty - Parts: Not available
- Manufacturer's Warranty - Labor: Not available
Other
- UPC: 887276246826

Explore different Windows Mixed Reality worlds with this Samsung HMD Odyssey headset. Its 3.5-inch dual AMOLED display provides realistic viewing at a 110-degree field of view, and its AKG headphones with 360-degree spatial sound let you hear dynamic audio details. Chat with friends and access Windows Cortana via the built-in microphone of this Samsung HMD Odyssey headset.

Required connectors: 1x HDMI and 1x USB 3.0.
110° Field Of View: For most immersive feeling.
2880 x 1600 resolution: Produces plenty of detail for realistic images.

Whats Included

2 wireless motion controllers
Samsung HMD Odyssey Mixed Reality Headset with controllers for compatible Windows PCs
Software

Q: Does this get hot? The Lenovo is warm but has vents that this doesn't,.

A: No, he asked the right question as ALL VR HMDs generate heat in some way. With the electronics that are in them, specifically the screens they absolutely get "hot". I can't answer about the Odyssey yet but it will definitely generate some level of heat on your face. The other poster clearly hasn't used VR before...

Q: I wear glasses, and was wondering if this headset is compatible with my glasses.

A: Yes I use my glasses in this headset and it works perfectly with them.

Q: Is this headset also VR capable?

A: Yes, it is VR capable. It is compatible with SteamVR games as well. If you have Oculus games (from owning a Rift) you can also use Revive 2.x beta (a free open-source program from GitHub) to allow you to play almost all Oculus (even Oculus exclusive) games as well. Played Robo Recall with the Odyssey HMD and the images and comfort of the headset were far superior to my Oculus Rift.

Q: How long until best buy gets more in stock and ships them? I've been waiting for days and no word on shipping. Thinking about canceling my order and buying it elsewhere so that I will be able to get it to me before the end of the month...

A: i ordered mine on nov. 26th and still at received order. customer support has zero information besides "you will be sent an email when the item ships."

Q: Verified purchase owners and review posters - What has been the average shipping time from BB - I know its long but trying to get guessing estimate of how long... Thanks...

A: Mine took 12 days, from order to open box

Q: When will these come back in stock, also will it still be $99 or will it be the original price?

A: They were never $99, the sale was 399.99 coming from $499.99. Unfortunately that sale is over and the price is back to $499.99 for now.

Q: Does anyone know when this product will be available? The website just says "soon"

A: i ordered it and there was a week delay for shipping(out of stock). and an additional holiday shipping delay. took 3 business days. with free shipping option.

Q: Is this the second generation? Or still the first?

A: undefined

Customers are saying

Customers value the HMD Odyssey Mixed Reality Headset's comfortable design and precise tracking capabilities, frequently praising its ease of setup and high-resolution visuals. Positive feedback also highlights the immersive sound quality and minimal visual artifacts. While some users noted minor drawbacks with the controllers and a slight screen-door effect, these were generally considered less impactful than the headset's strengths.

This summary was generated by AI based on customer reviews.

The vast majority of our reviews come from verified purchases. Reviews from customers may include My Best Buy members, employees, and Tech Insider Network members (as tagged). Select reviewers may receive discounted products, promotional considerations or entries into drawings for honest, helpful reviews.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Best display out there!
I'm a VR enthusiast, and I have used the Oculus Rift, the HTC Vive, The Lenovo Explorer, and now the Samsung Odyssey. I'm a glasses wearer, and need corrective lenses to be able to use vr, so this is based on that variable. The Rift was the worst of my experiences as my glasses wouldn't even come close to fitting, and setup of the system was a pain, it takes a third sensor to track like the vive and portability was even worse to show others vr. The god rays were awful and screen door affect was pretty obvious, and without glasses the sweet spot was tiny. The Vive was great, perfect tracking and definitely a premium system, but customer support is a pain, and if you play a game that makes you sweat, the vive is susceptible to easily breaking with sweat and that's not covered under warranty and is a $250 repair. God rays were minimal though, large sweet spot, still pretty noticeable screen door affect, but my glasses fit. The Lenovo Explorer is a fantastic cheap mixed reality vr. While the sweet spot was quite small and screen door affect was quite obvious, it's the most comfortable of all of them and super portable. My glasses fit easily and god rays are hardly there, plus it's easily portable. And finally, the Samsung... Quite comfy, god rays are gone, screen door affect is nearly non existent, large sweet spot, but the display, absolutely the best! The Samsung makes me feel like I'm experiencing vr for the first time again it's quite amazing. Final thoughts, all four boast an fov of 110, but the Samsung fov feels larger, not like looking through binoculars, plus the built-in headphones and microphone are great. For reference, I would say the vive tracking is 100% out of the box, but I would say the Samsung is 90%, so still really good for not needing base stations or light houses. I would say this is the best overall vr currently on the market.
Posted 7 years ago by Rolls17
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Fantastic
I've used the PSVR and the HTC Vive and have always come away with motion sickness. I haven't experienced any discomfort while using the Samsung. It was also super easy to setup compared to the Vive and even the PSVR. I had one minor issue while initially installing the software for Window s Mixed Reality, but it was an easy fix. You need to be part of the Windows Insider program (took <5 minutes to sign up) in order to download the software. SteamVR worked perfectly and I experienced no tracking issues with the controllers while playing Dead Effect 2 and SuperHot VR. Right now, this is the best headset for gaming hands down.
Posted 7 years ago by Morsebs138
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
The best VR Headset
Tried them all..this Headset is by far the best. Great resolution with non existent screen door effect. Tracking is pretty good for just front facing cameras. Very comfy. Great sound. Easy setup. Overall my favorite VR Headst.
Posted 7 years ago by Todd78