PC requirements
Grand Theft Auto V System Requirements
Grand Theft Auto V needs at least Intel Core 2 Quad CPU Q6600 @ 2.40GHz (4 CPUs) / AMD Phenom 9850 Quad-Core Processor (4 CPUs) @ 2.5GHz, 4 GB RAM and NVIDIA 9800 GT 1GB / AMD HD 4870 1GB (DX 10, 10.1, 11) graphics. For the recommended experience you want Intel Core i5 3470 @ 3.2GHz (4 CPUs) / AMD X8 FX-8350 @ 4GHz (8 CPUs), 8 GB RAM and NVIDIA GTX 660 2GB / AMD HD 7870 2GB graphics.
| Component | Minimum | Recommended |
|---|---|---|
| Operating system | Windows 10 64 Bit | Windows 10 64 Bit |
| Processor | Intel Core 2 Quad CPU Q6600 @ 2.40GHz (4 CPUs) / AMD Phenom 9850 Quad-Core Processor (4 CPUs) @ 2.5GHz | Intel Core i5 3470 @ 3.2GHz (4 CPUs) / AMD X8 FX-8350 @ 4GHz (8 CPUs) |
| Memory | 4 GB RAM | 8 GB RAM |
| Graphics | NVIDIA 9800 GT 1GB / AMD HD 4870 1GB (DX 10, 10.1, 11) | NVIDIA GTX 660 2GB / AMD HD 7870 2GB |
| Storage | 125 GB available space | 125 GB available space |
| Additional notes | 100% DirectX 10 compatible | 100% DirectX 10 compatible |
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Quick answers
Running Grand Theft Auto V on PC
Can my PC run Grand Theft Auto V?
Compare your CPU, GPU and RAM against the minimum column below. If your parts match or beat every minimum row, the game will launch — though you may need to lower settings. Matching the recommended column is what gets you 60fps at 1080p.
How much storage does Grand Theft Auto V need?
125 GB available space
What is the difference between minimum and recommended specs?
Minimum means the game starts and is playable, usually at 30fps on low settings at 1080p. Recommended is the developer's target for a smooth 60fps experience at high settings.