Long overdue GPU upgrade - will something like a GTX 1060 perform noticeably better than my R7850?

[peanutismint]

Thanks! In doing my research I've found out that playing Red Dead 2 in 4K@60fps (the main thing I'm looking for at the moment) would likely take a dual GPU setup (and a small power station set up outside my house) so I might give up on that dream and just get an RTX 580 for now; there are a few nearby selling for like $100...! Which is a small price to pay for an upgrade that should let me do more VR stuff after struggling with this R7850 since 2012....!!

 

[Terrorfirmer]

To the OP as well, the 3570K is very long in the tooth now and can be problematic in some modern games, due to the lack of cores/threads. Especially for VR with some more advanced VR games a stronger CPU is vital to ensure stable frames.

I would say it's really time to think about building a new PC altogether maybe if you are looking to play AAA games plus get into more VR stuff.

Basic option would be to throw in a 2nd hand 3770K and something like a GTX1650 super (when it's released). Ideal option, new build with something like Ryzen 3600 and GTX1660 Super (or rtx2060 super or 5700, depending on budget).