If you'd like to use Meta Quest Link to connect your Meta Quest headset to a Windows PC, please start by reviewing the compatibility requirements.
Meta Quest Link requires a high-quality USB cable capable of supporting data and power. You'll also want to make sure that the USB cable is at least 3 metres (10 feet) for an optimal and comfortable experience.
You can purchase the branded Meta Quest Link cable from the Meta Quest accessories page.
To use Meta Quest Link, you need to download the Meta Quest Link PC app onto a Windows PC. Once you've downloaded the Meta Quest Link PC app, make sure that the app is up to date and your Meta Quest headset is running the latest operating system. Learn more about how to set up Meta Quest Link.
| Component | Minimum specifications |
| Processor | Intel i5-4590/AMD Ryzen 5 1500X or greater |
| Graphics card | See GPU tables below |
| Memory | 8 GB+ RAM |
| Operating system | Windows 10, Windows 11 |
| USB ports | 1x USB port |
| Component | Recommended specifications |
| Processor | Intel i7/AMD Ryzen 7 |
| Graphics card | Nvidia RTX 20 series*/AMD Radeon RX 6000 series |
| Memory | 16 GB DDR4 RAM |
| Operating system | Windows 10, Windows 11 |
| USB ports | 1x USB-C port |
*Note: NVIDIA GeForce RTX 2050 is not supported
| NVIDIA GPU | Supported | Not currently supported |
| NVIDIA Titan Z | X | |
| NVIDIA Titan X | X | |
| NVIDIA GeForce GTX 970 | X | |
| NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1060 Desktop, 3 GB | X | |
| NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1060 Desktop, 6 GB | X | |
| NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1060M | X | |
| NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1070 (all) | X | |
| NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1080 (all) | X | |
| NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1650 | X | |
| NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1650 Super | X | |
| NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1660 | X | |
| NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1660 TI | X | |
| NVIDIA GeForce RTX 20-series (all except 2050) | X | |
| NVIDIA GeForce RTX 30-series* | X | |
| NVIDIA GeForce RTX 40-series | X |
*Note: NVIDIA 3050 (laptop) and 3050ti GPUs are not recommended for use with Link.
| AMD GPU | Supported | Not currently supported |
| AMD 200 Series | X | |
| AMD 300 Series | X | |
| AMD 400 Series | X | |
| AMD 500 Series | X | |
| AMD 5000 Series | X | |
| AMD 7000 Series | X | |
| AMD Radeon 6600XT | X | |
| AMD Radeon 6700XT | X | |
| AMD Radeon 6800XT | X | |
| AMD Radeon 6900XT | X | |
| AMD Radeon 7700XT | X | |
| AMD Radeon 7800XT | X | |
| AMD Radeon 7900XT | X | |
| AMD Radeon 7900XTX | X | |
| AMD Vega Series | X |
*Note: the Radeon RX 6500 is not recommended for use with Link.
Intel Arc GPUs are currently not supported by Meta Quest Link. However, we are working to add support for these GPUs in future updates.
Other notable GPUs that are not currently supported include:
Please note that this list is subject to change as new GPUs are released and support is added.
Workstation cards are not currently supported by Meta Quest Link. However, we are working to add support for these cards in future updates.
If you're experiencing issues with auto-detection or compatibility, try the following troubleshooting steps:
| Component | Recommended specs | Minimum specs |
| Processor | Intel i5-4590/AMD Ryzen 5 1500X or greater | Intel i3-6100/AMD Ryzen 3 1200, FX4350 or greater |
| Graphics card | NVIDIA GTX 1060/AMD Radeon RX 480 or greater | NVIDIA GTX 1050 Ti/AMD Radeon RX 470 or greater |
| Alternative graphics card | NVIDIA GTX 970/AMD Radeon R9 290 or greater | NVIDIA GTX 960 4 GB/AMD Radeon R9 290 or greater |
| Memory | 8 GB+ RAM | 8 GB+ RAM |
| Operating system | Windows 10+ | Windows 10+ |
| USB ports | 1 x USB 3.0 port | 1 x USB 3.0 port |
| Video output | Compatible DisplayPort video output | Compatible Mini DisplayPort video output (Mini DisplayPort to DisplayPort adapter included with Rift S) |
Beginning on 14 January 2020, we will officially stop supporting the Rift platform on Windows 7 and 8.1 to align with Microsoft's announcement to end support for Windows 7. As previously announced in June 2018, Windows 10+ is now the minimum required operating system spec for the Rift platform, and we encourage everyone who isn't already running Windows 10+ to upgrade. Windows 10+ will enable us to deliver the best performance and latest advancements while aligning with industry standards.
| Component | Recommended specs | Minimum specs |
| Processor | Intel i5-4590/AMD Ryzen 5 1500X or greater | Intel i3-6100/AMD Ryzen 3 1200, FX4350 or greater |
| Graphics card | NVIDIA GTX 1060/AMD Radeon RX 480 or greater | NVIDIA GTX 1050 Ti/AMD Radeon RX 470 or greater |
| Alternative graphics card | NVIDIA GTX 970/AMD Radeon R9 290 or greater | NVIDIA GTX 960 4 GB/AMD Radeon R9 290 or greater |
| Memory | 8 GB+ RAM | 8 GB+ RAM |
| Operating system | Windows 10+ | Windows 10+ |
| USB ports (Rift) | 3 x USB 3.0 ports, plus 1 x USB 2.0 port | 1 x USB 3.0 port, plus 2 x USB 2.0 ports |
| Video output (Rift) | Compatible HDMI 1.3 video output | Compatible HDMI 1.3 video output |
Note: The operating system specified in the table above may be updated as third-party software changes dictate. Certain experiences on Rift and Rift S require a computer system exceeding Oculus's minimum or recommended specifications. Please refer to the recommended specifications for the Rift or Rift S experiences you intend to use.
