The original Vive headset required an Intel Core i5-4590 or an AMD FX 8350 or better processor, and a Nvidia GeForce GTX 970/1060 or an AMD Radeon R9 280/R9 390/RX 480 or better GPU. The system also requires a USB 2.0 port and a copy of Windows 7, Windows 8.x, or Windows 10.
But HTC’s new VR headset will require more from your rig. While the Vive Pro is doesn’t require a more powerful CPU, the recommended GPU specifications went up. Technically, the Vive Pro is still compatible with all GPUs that work with the original Vive, but HTC and Nvidia suggest stepping up to a GTX 1070 for the best experience. AMD rleased a statement on the matter at the time of this posting, but HTC suggests using a Radeon RX Vega 56 or better to drive the Vive Pro.
The new Vive requires at least a USB 3.0 port to operate. HTC also dropped support for Windows 7. It’s not clear if that means the Vive Pro simply won’t work with Windows 7, or if HTC just advises against it
Plus HTC dropped the HDMI cable for a DisplayPort cable on the new Link Box.
It now time to read your games ‘VR Ready’ and ‘Recommended’ VR specs carefully moving forward.
