While the base game is older and lighter, GTA V remains relevant due to FiveM RP servers, which drastically increase RAM and CPU consumption due to mods and scripts. The official 'Enhanced' version also recommends modern hardware to handle increased traffic density.
Actual FPS may vary based on RAM speed, background processes, and other system factors
Performance Report
At 1080p, all quality settings exceed 171 FPS, suitable for 144Hz+ monitors. At 1440p, all settings exceed 130 FPS. At 4K, all settings exceed 90 FPS.
The GeForce RTX 4090 is 734% above the recommended GPU (GeForce GTX 660) for Grand Theft Auto V. The Core i5-11600K is 202% above the recommended CPU (Core i5-3470).
Grand Theft Auto V supports: DLSS Frame Gen, FSR 3 Frame Gen, AFMF. The GeForce RTX 4090 can use DLSS Frame Gen and FSR 3 Frame Gen, providing up to 2x-3x frame rate boost.
At lower resolutions (1440p (high/ultra)), the Core i5-11600K sets the FPS ceiling. As graphical load increases at (1080p (low/medium), 1440p low, 4k (low/medium)), the GeForce RTX 4090 becomes the FPS-limiting side. The FPS ceiling is closely matched at 1080p (high/ultra), 1440p medium, 4k (high/ultra).
Approximated average price on current market:
Combo price: $1789. At 1080p Ultra, this combo delivers 171 FPS, equivalent to 0.1 FPS per dollar.
| Resolution | Low | Medium | High | Ultra |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1080p | 0.119 fps/$ | 0.114 fps/$ | 0.107 fps/$ | 0.096 fps/$ |
| 1440p | 0.109 fps/$ | 0.104 fps/$ | 0.091 fps/$ | 0.073 fps/$ |
| 4k | 0.079 fps/$ | 0.073 fps/$ | 0.064 fps/$ | 0.050 fps/$ |
* Table values represent FPS per Dollar (higher is better)
This section is based on estimated CPU/GPU FPS ceilings, not utilization percentages.
At 4k low, the GeForce RTX 4090 sets the ceiling at about 122 FPS, while the Core i5-11600K has headroom up to 140 FPS. In this scenario, the GPU limits the CPU potential by 13% (FPS gap: 18 FPS). Overall distribution: GPU limits 5/12 cells, CPU limits 2/12, balanced 5/12.
The Core i5-11600K and GeForce RTX 4090 stay close in effective frame-generation ceiling across most presets, so neither side consistently suppresses the other by a large margin.
| Resolution | Low | Medium | High | Ultra |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1080p (Full HD) | GPU Limits CPU 11% | GPU Limits CPU 7% | Balanced | Balanced |
| 1440p (2K QHD) | GPU Limits CPU 7% | Balanced | CPU Limits GPU 8% | CPU Limits GPU 7% |
| 4K (Ultra HD) | GPU Limits CPU 13% | GPU Limits CPU 9% | Balanced | Balanced |
We estimate the maximum FPS the processor can sustain and the maximum FPS the graphics card can sustain in each setting, then compare those limits directly.
Limit Factor formula: (stronger - weaker) / stronger. Example: if CPU ceiling is 200 FPS and GPU ceiling is 140 FPS, then GPU limits CPU by 30%.
CPU Limits GPU means the processor ceiling is lower. GPU Limits CPU means the graphics ceiling is lower. Balanced means the FPS ceilings are close enough that the gap is negligible.
A component can still be the FPS limiter without reaching 100% utilization. The displayed percentages are derived from FPS ceilings, not generic utilization heuristics.
| Resolution | Low | Medium | High | Ultra |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1080p (Full HD) | CPU37% - 52% <> GPU82% - 99% <> | CPU37% - 52% <> GPU84% - 96% <> | CPU37% - 52% <> GPU84% - 96% <> | CPU30% - 55% <> GPU91% - 98% <> |
| 1440p (2K QHD) | CPU25% - 39% <> GPU84% - 99% <> | CPU25% - 39% <> GPU86% - 96% <> | CPU25% - 39% <> GPU86% - 96% <> | CPU24% - 41% <> GPU91% - 98% <> |
| 4K (Ultra HD) | CPU19% - 34% <> GPU85% - 99% <> | CPU19% - 34% <> GPU87% - 96% <> | CPU19% - 34% <> GPU87% - 96% <> | CPU14% - 34% <> GPU92% - 98% <> |
The Core i5-11600K + GeForce RTX 4090 pairing runs this title with CPU utilization between 14% and 55% and GPU utilization between 82% and 99%. Core i5-11600K keeps significant headroom across presets, while GeForce RTX 4090 carries most of the graphics load at heavier visual settings. As resolution scales, average GPU load rises from 91% at 1080p to 93% at 4K, while CPU averages move from 44% to 26%.
From a utilization perspective, this is a GPU-heavy load profile. At 4K (Ultra HD) Ultra, the GeForce RTX 4090 averages 95% usage (92-98%), while the Core i5-11600K stays at 24% (14-34%). This shows the graphics pipeline is carrying most of the workload, but utilization alone does not define the FPS limiter.
At 1080p, averages sit around CPU 44% and GPU 91%. At 1440p, that shifts to CPU 32% and GPU 92%, and at 4K it reaches CPU 26% and GPU 93%. This shows that workload scaling is present on both components, with stronger pressure on the GPU.
1080p (Full HD) Low is the most balanced preset based on this dataset. It runs around CPU 44% (37-52%) and GPU 90% (82-99%), which keeps GeForce RTX 4090 well utilized without constant max-out behavior while Core i5-11600K remains stable for consistent frame delivery.
Upgrade priority should be the GPU. The GeForce RTX 4090 reaches 95% average load at 4K (Ultra HD) Ultra while the Core i5-11600K still has headroom, so a faster graphics card would deliver the largest uplift.
Understanding Hardware Utilization: These percentages represent how much of your component's maximum processing power is actively being used during gameplay. They describe hardware load, but they do not directly tell you which component sets the FPS ceiling.
Important: a CPU or GPU can still be the FPS limiter without reaching 100% utilization. Two processors can both show 40% usage and still deliver very different frame rates, depending on per-core speed, cache, engine threading, driver overhead, and frame preparation efficiency.
Data generated by our Machine Learning engine trained on real-world benchmarks. Shows the approximate average utilization at each setting.
See how your processor and graphics card compare against the game official minimum and recommended system specs. The placement of your hardware is calculated using relative synthetic performance scores to help you gauge overall playability.
Your CPU is 229% above and your GPU is 734% above the recommended specs. Ultra settings at 1080p, or High at 1440p/4K.
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Yes, the Core i5-11600K paired with the GeForce RTX 4090 can run Grand Theft Auto V smoothly up to 4k achieving around 90 FPS at Ultra quality. Your GPU is 734% above the recommended specs, and your CPU is 202% above the recommended requirements.
This CPU + GPU combo costs approximately $1789 ($140 CPU (Rank #103 Value) + $1649 GPU (Rank #77 Value)). Your GeForce RTX 4090 provides phenomenal top-tier performance but at a premium enthusiast price. Since you are essentially at the ceiling of current hardware capabilities, there are no meaningful performance upgrades available. However, if you wanted a more cost-effective build that still delivers a great experience, you could theoretically step down to a high-end card with a significantly better value rating.
Your GeForce RTX 4090 is already a top-tier graphics card. While it's technically the limiting factor here (which means you are fully utilizing your GPU's visual horsepower exactly as intended), there is no meaningful upgrade path that would drastically improve your Grand Theft Auto V performance right now. GPU fully utilized at: 1080p low, 1080p medium, 1440p low, 4k low, 4k medium. CPU-limited at: 1440p high, 1440p ultra.
Yes! Grand Theft Auto V supports DLSS Frame Gen and FSR 3 Frame Gen and AFMF, and your GeForce RTX 4090 is compatible with DLSS Frame Gen and FSR 3 Frame Gen. With Frame Generation enabled, you can expect a 2x-3x FPS multiplier on top of native framerates, significantly boosting perceived smoothness.
Grand Theft Auto V requires at minimum a Core 2 Quad Q6600 (CPU) and GeForce 9800 GT (GPU) with 4 GB RAM and 72 GB storage. For the recommended experience, you need a Core i5-3470 and GeForce GTX 660 with 8 GB RAM. Your Core i5-11600K and GeForce RTX 4090 both exceed the recommended specs, so you're well-positioned for a great experience.
These Grand Theft Auto V FPS results are not arbitrary numbers. They come from calculations informed by thousands of real gaming benchmarks, and the typical accuracy range is around 10% to 15%. That makes them far more useful than generic FPS calculators that simply invent values without a benchmark foundation. Actual in-game performance can still vary with drivers, updates, RAM configuration, cooling, and the exact scene being rendered.
Performance estimates are based on synthetic benchmarks and hardware capabilities.
Results may vary based on drivers, OS, and background processes.
