Yes, you can run VR.
Yes, you can run VR.
You're setting up with a decent mid-range GPU and good power supply, which is a solid foundation. Running VR like HTC Vive should work well if you're using a capable monitor and proper settings. Since you plan to upgrade your GPU later, you're ahead of the curve. Just make sure your system meets the minimum requirements for VR and consider optimizing drivers or settings for better performance. No need to rush into buying Oculus right now—focus on getting the basics right.
Right now, it's not happening. Or at least not at a speed that would cause nausea.
I’ll honestly say that even with a 1070 I realized I needed more in VR—constant stutters, objects looking like potatoes, blurry visuals, no ability to supersample—and I kept going up to a 2080 Ti.
I often hear people ask if I can use VR in real life. For a good starting point that works across most apps—except a few—I’d recommend an Intel i5 processor, 16GB of RAM, a 1060 graphics card with 6GB of VRAM, and an SSD drive. I don’t have experience with AMD systems, but this setup has shown solid results overall.
I received just the 1050 Ti and i7 8700K since nothing else was available, except for Christmas. I’m sorry, but it’s not what I expected.