GPU demands
In VR, the GPU carries the load and shows two images live—one for each eye.How to Optimize Gaming Laptop for VR important considerations:
- GTX 1060 minimum, VR-ready GPUs: strong recommendations
- Make sure the VR headset uses the dedicated GPU, not integrated graphics (iGPU).
- VRAM: Minimum 6 GB; ideally 8 GB+ for highres textures and super sampling
- Check the headset and game are using the right GPU using the GPU control panel (covered later).

Storage and RAM Requirements
- 8 GB is the absolute least. VR games and services like SteamVR or Oculus Home use a ton of memory. 16 GB is ideal.
- VR games are big; some surpass 50 GB. An SSD (preferably NVMe) greatly lowers load times and stutter when contrasted against HDDs.
- HDMI and DisplayPort Compatibility
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