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 187 FPS, suitable for 144Hz+ monitors. At 1440p, all settings exceed 133 FPS. At 4K, all settings exceed 98 FPS.
The GeForce RTX 4090 is 734% above the recommended GPU (GeForce GTX 660) for Grand Theft Auto V. The Core i5-14400F is 332% 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), 4k high), the Core i5-14400F sets the FPS ceiling. As graphical load increases at (all 1080p settings, 1440p low, 4k low), the GeForce RTX 4090 becomes the FPS-limiting side. The FPS ceiling is closely matched at 1440p medium, 4k (medium/ultra).
Approximated average price on current market:
Combo price: $1848. At 1080p Ultra, this combo delivers 187 FPS, equivalent to 0.1 FPS per dollar.
| Resolution | Low | Medium | High | Ultra |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1080p | 0.120 fps/$ | 0.115 fps/$ | 0.107 fps/$ | 0.101 fps/$ |
| 1440p | 0.102 fps/$ | 0.097 fps/$ | 0.083 fps/$ | 0.072 fps/$ |
| 4k | 0.081 fps/$ | 0.073 fps/$ | 0.061 fps/$ | 0.053 fps/$ |
* Table values represent FPS per Dollar (higher is better)
This section is based on estimated CPU/GPU FPS ceilings, not utilization percentages.
At 1080p low, the GeForce RTX 4090 sets the ceiling at about 178 FPS, while the Core i5-14400F has headroom up to 222 FPS. In this scenario, the GPU limits the CPU potential by 20% (FPS gap: 44 FPS). Overall distribution: GPU limits 6/12 cells, CPU limits 4/12, balanced 2/12.
Your GeForce RTX 4090 is the limiting side in the heaviest mismatch. This means part of the Core i5-14400F frame-generation potential remains unused in those settings.
| Resolution | Low | Medium | High | Ultra |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1080p (Full HD) | GPU Limits CPU 20% | GPU Limits CPU 13% | GPU Limits CPU 7% | GPU Limits CPU 9% |
| 1440p (2K QHD) | GPU Limits CPU 11% | Balanced | CPU Limits GPU 12% | CPU Limits GPU 8% |
| 4K (Ultra HD) | GPU Limits CPU 8% | Balanced | CPU Limits GPU 12% | CPU Limits GPU 8% |
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.
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 332% 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 i5-14400F paired with the GeForce RTX 4090 can run Grand Theft Auto V smoothly up to 4k achieving around 98 FPS at Ultra quality. Your GPU is 734% above the recommended specs, and your CPU is 332% above the recommended requirements.
This CPU + GPU combo costs approximately $1848 ($199 CPU (Rank #99 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 high, 1080p low, 1080p medium, 1080p ultra, 1440p low, 4k low. CPU-limited at: 1440p high, 1440p ultra, 4k high.
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 i5-14400F 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.
