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Tech giants: Samsung Galaxy S26 vs. Meta Quest 4

Quick Verdict

The Samsung Galaxy S26 and Meta Quest 4 represent distinct product categories, making a direct comparison challenging. The S26 focuses on mobile communication, photography, and general productivity, while the Quest 4 is dedicated to virtual and mixed reality experiences. The choice between them depends entirely on the user's primary needs and interests.

Key features – Side-by-Side

AttributeSamsung Galaxy S26Meta Quest 4
NameSamsung Galaxy S26Meta Quest 4
Display TechnologyCoE (Color-on-Emitter) OLEDOLED or Micro-OLED displays (possibility of higher-end LCDs with local dimming in less expensive models), dual micro-OLED displays
Display Size6.89 inchesDual 2.48-inch micro-OLED displays (standard), dual 2.5-inch micro-OLED displays (Quest 4 Pro)
Display Resolution1800 x 3440 pixels2160 x 3840 pixels per eye (expected), 4Kx2K resolution per eye (reports), up to 2200x2200 per eye (rumors), around 5K resolution per eye (Quest 4 Pro)
ProcessorSnapdragon 8 Elite 2 "for Galaxy" or Exynos 2600Next-generation Qualcomm Snapdragon XR chipset (potentially the Snapdragon XR2 Gen 3 or a similar successor), custom silicon co-developed with Meta's AI division (speculation)
RAM16 GBAt least 8GB (base model), 16GB (premium model), 12GB+ (premium models - some sources)
Storage Options256 GB, 512 GB, and 1 TB128GB, 256GB, 1TB (possibility)
Main Camera Resolution200 MPFull-color outward-facing cameras
Front Camera Resolution12 MP (some sources mention 50MP)Not available
Battery Capacity5000 mAh (some rumors suggest 5500 mAh)Not available
Operating SystemAndroid 16 with One UI 8 (may come with One UI 8.5)Meta Horizon OS
ConnectivityBluetooth 5.4, Wi-Fi 7, NFCWi-Fi 6E, Bluetooth 5.3
AR/VR Capabilities and Ecosystem IntegrationNot specified for AR/VR. Expected to integrate with the Samsung ecosystem.Enhanced mixed reality capabilities, eye and facial tracking, foveated rendering, tighter integration with Instagram, WhatsApp, and Facebook, spatial social networking features, opening up the operating system to third-party hardware manufacturers
PriceNot availableNot available
RatingsNot availableNot available

Overall Comparison

Samsung Galaxy S26: 6.89-inch display, 200MP camera. Meta Quest 4: Dual micro-OLED displays, enhanced mixed reality.

Pros and Cons

Samsung Galaxy S26

Pros:
  • Improved display color accuracy and brightness
  • Significant boost in single-core performance with Snapdragon 8 Elite 2
  • Reliable all-day battery life
  • Brighter and sharper images in low-light conditions
  • User-friendly One UI 8 based on Android 16 with more AI features
  • Thinner and lighter design for improved comfort
  • Durable build quality
Cons:
  • No major disadvantages reported.

Meta Quest 4

Pros:
  • Vivid colors and inky blacks with OLED displays
  • Substantial improvements in CPU and GPU performance with Snapdragon XR2 Gen 3 chip
  • Potential for less throttling during intense gaming sessions due to faster memory and better thermal management
  • Improved multitasking and deeper app integration with Meta's Horizon OS
  • Thinner, more comfortable wear with a sleeker profile, reduced weight, and improved weight distribution
  • More advanced haptic feedback, possibly featuring localized vibration zones or HD haptics
  • Tighter integration with Instagram, WhatsApp, and Facebook
  • Built-in IR illuminators to enable low-light gaming
Cons:
  • No major disadvantages reported.

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