Oculus Quest 2 is finally released, and people worldwide can’t wait to get their hands on it. But what kind of PC do you need to run Oculus Quest 2? Oculus Quest 2 PC Requirements have recently been released, and we’ve got all the information you need to know right here!
If you’re thinking about purchasing the Quest 2 but are not sure if your computer will be able to run it, this guide will help you out! Find out more about the Oculus Quest 2 PC Requirements below!
Minimum PC Specs Requirement For Oculus Quest 2
The minimum specifications and system requirements for using the Oculus Quest 2 on PC have been laid down recently.
OS Requirements
For Windows
- Windows 7
- Windows 8
- Windows 10
- Windows 11
For Mac
- MacOS 10.10
- MacOS 10.11
- MacOS 10.12
- MacOS 10.13
- MacOS 10.14
- MacOS 10.15
- MacOS 11
- MacOS 12
Compatible Processors
To run Oculus Quest 2 on your PC, you need a 2.0 GHz processor. For Intel users the minimum requirement is i5 4th Gen 4590 or greater and if you are an AMD lover like me the minimum requirement is AMD Ryzen 5 1500X or greater.
RAM Requirement
You need at least 2GB of RAM to run Oculus Quest 2 on your PC and for smoother gameplay, you need to have 8GB of RAM.
Compatible GPUs
- AMD 400 Series
- AMD 500 Series
- AMD 5000 Series
- AMD Vega Series
- NVIDIA Titan X
- NVIDIA GeForce GTX 970
- NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1660
- NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1660 TI
- NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1070 (All)
- NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1080 (All)
- NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1650 Super
- NVIDIA GeForce RTX 20 Series (All)
- NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1060 Desktop, 6 GB
Note: These specs are only required if you want to play Oculus Quest 2 on your PC, not for the headset itself.
Can You Use Oculus Quest 2 Without A PC?
The Oculus Quest and Quest 2 are standalone VR headsets that do not need a nearby PC to work. Oculus Quest 2 is completely portable and does not need cables or connections.
Can You Play Games On The Oculus Quest 2 Without A PC?
While the Oculus Quest 2 is a standalone VR headset that does not require a cable connection to a computer in order to play the huge library of Quest VR games. But, if you want to play Steam VR games you need to connect your Quest 2 to a computer.
Do You Need A Gaming PC For Oculus Quest 2?
No, the Oculus Quest 2 does not need a computer to operate. However, If you want to play PC games, connecting it to a PC will let you access an enormous collection of PC-only content. You’ll need the Oculus Link connection, a strong gaming PC, and the additional Oculus software to use the headset.
Wrapping Up
If you have a high-end computer that can run games well, then Oculus Quest 2 is going to be a great platform. But if you don’t have a top of the line gaming rig, then your options are limited. If this guide helped you share it with your friends and for more awesome content check out our How-to-Guides.
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