6 Best Smartphones with 4K Display for VR

Lovers of virtual reality may finally enjoy it wherever they are in 4K, since in 2017, 4K resolution is likely to become a standard feature of higher-end smartphones, which is the reason why we’re bringing you a list of the best smartphones with 4K display for VR.

With the wide range of smartphones of various brands, prices, and characteristics, we know that it is not an easy task to pick only six of them and give you the list, but we managed to do it for you. The fact is, not every smartphone can provide the same experience, so we tried to make this a little bit easier for you, and make sure that you will have full enjoyment of a VR experience. We pulled our own weight and created the list, making sure that we include both pricey and cheaper options that have two things in common: quality and good performance. The smartphones, in this case, are ranked according to the following categories.

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We took into consideration the fact that mostly price determines whether we are going to buy something or not, so we have put it first on the list. Investigating the brands, starting from Apple to some other less famous and cheaper ones, we made sure that everyone may find something for themselves. However, if you are one of those who is able to afford an iPhone, make sure you check out the list of the 5 Best VR Headsets to Buy for iPhone in 2016, because, we assure you, it is going to be quite useful.

Second on the list is battery life, since we know how important it is to have a phone that can easily take you throughout the day, especially if you use its advanced options and enjoy virtual reality. Being aware of the fact that today’s smartphones are quite tricky when it comes to their endurance ratings, we tried hard to provide a list of the phones which will not disappoint you in this regard.

Eventually, we also dealt with some other details, such as internal and RAM memory, camera and other features, because we are aware of how important it is to shop wisely and to have a phone that may be used in every situation.

To create the list of best smartphones with 4K display for VR and provide you with the best possible options, we needed to check numerous websites and gather useful information. The things we found on 4K, Phone Arena, and Tech Times really helped us on this road, and regarding the prices, we relied on Amazon. So, brace yourselves and check out our list of the 6 best smartphones with 4K display for VR.

6. ZTE Axon Pro

$238

We are starting off our list of best smartphones with 4K display for VR with this smartphone that is proof that you should not give up a ton of money to buy a phone that can serve you well and provide you with an excellent VR experience. With a 64-bit Qualcomm Snapdragon 810 chipset, 2GHz octa-core CPU and 4GB of RAM, this phone has more-than-impressive features. Besides this, it has a 3000mAh non-removable battery that can endure up to 12 hours of general usage, which is a great thing, since it has the option of being quick charged. It has a 5.5″ CGS TFT LCD display by Sharp with QHD resolution (2560 x 1440 pixels), which amounts to 534 pixels per inch. It has the ability to record videos in 4K resolution, with really high video quality, excellent exposure and marvelous colors. For this price, we are sure that this is even more than you need, so don’t wait a second and go get one for its VR enjoyment!

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5. LG G4

$279

In comparison to all of its predecessors, especially the LG G3, this mode that ranks 5th in our list of best smartphones with 4K display for VRl is not just redesigned, but also full of various new things that may impress its users. Before emphasizing its 4K resolution, let’s say that its Li-ion battery can be changed under the cover, and it has a capacity of 3000 mAh. This phone supports wireless charging, and the battery can last up to 20 hours of talk time. It has 3GB of RAM, and its 32GB of internal memory can be expanded with a micro SD card with an additional 128GB. The G4 contains a 5.5” IPS Quantum screen and resolution of 2560 x 1440 (2392 x 1440) pixels, which brings the pixel density to 538 pixels per inch. This is also the first Quad HD display that uses Advanced In-Cell Touch (AIT), which combines LCD and a touch sensor in a single layer for better color reproduction and sensitivity to touch. In practice, we can safely say the display showed a high quality image; colors are clear, sharpness too, and the automatic display brightness turned out to be excellent in terms of direct lighting. Probably one of the most convenient 4K smartphones for VR, don’t you agree? LG Display Co Ltd. (ADR) (NYSE:LPL) handles development of the high quality screens found on LG devices.

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4. Motorola Moto X Style

$309

We are continuing our list of best smartphones with 4K display for VR with only the biggest but also one of the best-equipped members of the Motorola family, which is now owned by Lenovo Group Limited (ADR) (OTCMKTS:LNVGY). Though Motorola has endured a lot of criticism, it actually paid attention and decided to improve its latest model, regarding the camera, battery, and expandable storage. And 4K, of course! With its 21 megapixel camera, 5.7″ display with QHD (2560 x 1440 pixels) resolution, which equals 520 pixels per inch, this phone already has impressive features. If you add the fact that it has 3GB of RAM, a battery unit of 3000 mAh, and support for fast charging, it is enough, even regardless of the price, to choose it. However, lovers of VR will not resist buying it for many other reasons, including phase-detection autofocus and dual-LED two-tone flash. It has the ability to record 4K video at 30 frames per second, which would be an excellent feature even on more expensive phones. At around $300, you may afford yourself the pleasure of pristine VR.

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3. Samsung Galaxy S6

$409

There have been various unconfirmed claims that this phone was internally marked as “Project Zero,” since the company considered it a milestone that should provide new growth, increase revenue and profits, and restore the old reputation of Samsung smartphones. The battery capacity is 2550 mAh, but Samsung added technology for rapid charging and WPC and PMA wireless charging standards. Ten minutes of quick charge is sufficient for the device works to last for about four hours, and the energy in the battery can be sufficient for one day. This 5.1″ display comes with a resolution of 2560 x 1440 (1080 x 1794) pixels, which results in a display of 577 pixels per inch. Besides this, it also has 16-megapixel sensors, and you would be surprised by the amazing phase-detection autofocus and optical image stabilization. With a dynamic range of 30 frames per second and excellent colors, you will be able to record 4K Ultra HD video, and enjoy virtual reality at its finest. Sounds like the perfect phone, right? It is no wonder it has earned third place on our list of the best smartphones with 4K display for VR.

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2. Sony Xperia Z5 Premium

$489

Sony Corp (ADR) (NYSE:SNE)‘s smartphone actually started a revolution with 4K displays, and it proved to be great, since it keeps its place as one of the best even today, among many other smartphones that have now introduced the concept. Before we focus on the display, it is important to mention that the Xperia Z5 Premium comes with a battery capacity of 3430 mAh, and it is possible to use the phone for one to two days without charging. Powered by one of the fastest mobile processors, an 8-core, 64-bit Qualcomm Snapdragon 810, with 3GB of RAM, you may enjoy top notch performance. The 4K resolution on the 5.5″ screen has a density of 806 pixels per inch, and that resolution is used only when showing photos and videos. Additionally, focus, colors, white balance, brightness, visibility in daylight; everything really, is completely brought to perfection. Though this smartphone brings four-times more pixels, thus intensifying the sharpness of an already sharp Full HD screen, 4K display is actually there to provide the unique experience of virtual reality in all its glory, and if you decide to choose this phone, we are sure you won’t regret it!

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1. Apple iPhone 7

$719

The newest smartphone from the proud and successful Apple Inc. (NASDAQ:AAPL) family brings some completely new and innovative features in comparison to its predecessor, the iPhone 6s, and it proudly takes first place on our list of the best smartphones with 4K display for VR. Besides the general look that is unchanged, this phone has a new camera, display, resistance to water and dust, stereo speakers, and a new processor and increased internal memory. It comes in versions of 32/128/256 GB, with 2GB of RAM, and its battery life is estimated to be up to 14 hours of general usage. The wide color concept was first introduced with the iPhone 7, and it basically means that it has DCI-P3 color space, which is even used in Hollywood. The iPhone 7 features a 1334×750 display at 326 pixels per inch, and some of the experts on Apple Insider claim that there is no need for a 4K display because of the screen quality and sharpness. However, since you already have that option, it would be a shame not to use it. To change the resolution to 4K, since it is not automatically set, you have to go into the general settings, look for the Photos&Camera option, and find Record Video. Enjoy your virtual reality!

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