Grand Theft Auto VFPS onCore Ultra 5 225T&GeForce RTX 4090

Grand Theft Auto V

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.

Grand Theft Auto V - FPS Estimates by Resolution

Actual FPS may vary based on RAM speed, background processes, and other system factors

1080P
low152 FPS
medium147 FPS
high141 FPS
ultra128 FPS
1440P
low137 FPS
medium133 FPS
high119 FPS
ultra97 FPS
4K
low110 FPS
medium98 FPS
high78 FPS
ultra67 FPS

Performance Report

Grand Theft Auto V

GeForce RTX 4090 + Core Ultra 5 225T
🎮Visual Experience

At 1080p, all quality settings exceed 128 FPS. At 1440p, all settings exceed 97 FPS. At 4K, all settings exceed 67 FPS.

Official Requirements

The GeForce RTX 4090 is 734% above the recommended GPU (GeForce GTX 660) for Grand Theft Auto V. The Core Ultra 5 225T is 353% above the recommended CPU (Core i5-3470).

AI Acceleration

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.

⚙️FPS Ceiling Analysis

The Core Ultra 5 225T sets the FPS ceiling at all 1080p settings, all 1440p settings, all 4k settings, while the GeForce RTX 4090 still has headroom.

💰Value Analysis

Approximated average price on current market:

GeForce RTX 4090:$1649(updated 2/6/2026)
Official Launch Price: $1599
Core Ultra 5 225T:$180(updated 2/6/2026)
Official Launch Price: $240

Combo price: $1829. At 1080p Ultra, this combo delivers 128 FPS, equivalent to 0.07 FPS per dollar.

ResolutionLowMediumHighUltra
1080p0.083 fps/$0.080 fps/$0.077 fps/$0.070 fps/$
1440p0.075 fps/$0.073 fps/$0.065 fps/$0.053 fps/$
4k0.060 fps/$0.054 fps/$0.043 fps/$0.037 fps/$

* Table values represent FPS per Dollar (higher is better)

Performance Limiter Analysis

Core Ultra 5 225T|GeForce RTX 4090

This section is based on estimated CPU/GPU FPS ceilings, not utilization percentages.

📈Analysis

At 4k high, the Core Ultra 5 225T sets the ceiling at about 77 FPS, while the GeForce RTX 4090 could reach 126 FPS. In this scenario, the CPU limits the GPU potential by 39% (FPS gap: 49 FPS). Overall distribution: CPU limits 12/12 cells, GPU limits 0/12, balanced 0/12.

Verdict

CPU Limits GPU

Your Core Ultra 5 225T is the limiting side in the heaviest mismatch. This means part of the GeForce RTX 4090 rendering potential remains unused in those settings.

🧩Detailed Breakdown
1080p (Full HD)
LowCPU Limits GPU 13%
MediumCPU Limits GPU 20%
HighCPU Limits GPU 23%
UltraCPU Limits GPU 25%
1440p (2K QHD)
LowCPU Limits GPU 18%
MediumCPU Limits GPU 26%
HighCPU Limits GPU 32%
UltraCPU Limits GPU 33%
4K (Ultra HD)
LowCPU Limits GPU 20%
MediumCPU Limits GPU 27%
HighCPU Limits GPU 39%
UltraCPU Limits GPU 37%
Percentages show how much potential FPS of the stronger component is lost because the other component has a lower FPS ceiling.
🧠Methodology

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.

Grand Theft Auto V Requirements Comparison

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.

CPU - Core Ultra 5 225T
cpu icon
26,874
Your Score
MinimumCore 2 Quad Q6600
RecommendedCore i5-3470
GPU - GeForce RTX 4090
gpu icon
38,112
Your Score
MinimumGeForce 9800 GT
RecommendedGeForce GTX 660

Your CPU is 353% above and your GPU is 734% above the recommended specs. Ultra settings at 1080p, or High at 1440p/4K.

CPU

+353%vsrecommended

GPU

+734%vsrecommended

CPU

+1185%vsminimum

GPU

+2650%vsminimum

Minimum Requirements
Video Card: GeForce 9800 GT
Memory: 4 GB
Disk Space: 72 GB
System: Windows 10 64-bit
Recommended Requirements
Video Card: GeForce GTX 660
Processor: Core i5-3470
Memory: 8 GB
Disk Space: 72 GB
System: Windows 10 64-bit

Frequently Asked Questions

1Can the Core Ultra 5 225T and GeForce RTX 4090 run Grand Theft Auto V well?

Yes, the Core Ultra 5 225T paired with the GeForce RTX 4090 can run Grand Theft Auto V smoothly up to 4k achieving around 67 FPS at Ultra quality. Your GPU is 734% above the recommended specs, and your CPU is 353% above the recommended requirements.

2Is there a more cost-effective setup to run Grand Theft Auto V?

This CPU + GPU combo costs approximately $1829 ($180 CPU (Rank #62 Value) + $1649 GPU (Rank #77 Value)). Since the CPU is the main limiting factor, investing in a stronger processor will improve your framerates and overall value. For example, the Ryzen 9 9950X is a great upgrade option for around $649 (Rank #5 for value).

3Which component should I upgrade first to improve Grand Theft Auto V performance?

For Grand Theft Auto V, upgrading the CPU would have the biggest impact on performance. The Core Ultra 5 225T is currently the limiting factor — the GeForce RTX 4090 has extra headroom that a faster processor could take advantage of. This is especially noticeable at 1080p where CPU performance matters more. CPU-limited at: 1080p high, 1080p low, 1080p medium, 1080p ultra, 1440p high, 1440p low, 1440p medium, 1440p ultra, 4k high, 4k low, 4k medium, 4k ultra.

4Does this setup support Frame Generation for Grand Theft Auto V?

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.

5What are the minimum and recommended specs for Grand Theft Auto V?

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 Ultra 5 225T and GeForce RTX 4090 both exceed the recommended specs, so you're well-positioned for a great experience.

6How accurate are these Grand Theft Auto V FPS estimates for the Core Ultra 5 225T and GeForce RTX 4090?

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.