Grand Theft Auto V FPS on EPYC 74F3 + GeForce RTX 5090

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
low229 FPS
medium208 FPS
high192 FPS
ultra155 FPS
1440P
low201 FPS
medium186 FPS
high170 FPS
ultra135 FPS
4K
low152 FPS
medium141 FPS
high123 FPS
ultra90 FPS

Performance Report

Grand Theft Auto V

GeForce RTX 5090 + EPYC 74F3
🎮Visual Experience

At 1080p, all quality settings exceed 155 FPS, suitable for 144Hz+ monitors. At 1440p, all settings exceed 135 FPS. At 4K, all settings exceed 90 FPS.

Official Requirements

The GeForce RTX 5090 is 751% above the recommended GPU (GeForce GTX 660) for Grand Theft Auto V. The EPYC 74F3 is 922% above the recommended CPU (Core i5-3470).

⚙️FPS Ceiling Analysis

The EPYC 74F3 sets the FPS ceiling at all 1080p settings, all 1440p settings, all 4k settings, while the GeForce RTX 5090 still has headroom.

💰Value Analysis

Approximated average price on current market:

GeForce RTX 5090:$2700
Official Launch Price: $1999
EPYC 74F3:$824
Official Launch Price: $913

Combo price: $3524. At 1080p Ultra, this combo delivers 155 FPS, equivalent to 0.04 FPS per dollar.

ResolutionLowMediumHighUltra
1080p0.065 fps/$0.059 fps/$0.054 fps/$0.044 fps/$
1440p0.057 fps/$0.053 fps/$0.048 fps/$0.038 fps/$
4k0.043 fps/$0.040 fps/$0.035 fps/$0.026 fps/$

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

Performance Limiter Analysis

EPYC 74F3|GeForce RTX 5090

This section is based on estimated CPU/GPU FPS ceilings, not utilization percentages. Adjacent heavier settings are lightly stabilized to remove prediction jitter that would otherwise create impossible reversals.

📈Analysis

At 1080p low, the EPYC 74F3 sets the ceiling at about 231 FPS, while the GeForce RTX 5090 could reach 292 FPS. In this scenario, the CPU limits the GPU potential by 21% (FPS gap: 61 FPS). Overall distribution: CPU limits 12/12 cells, GPU limits 0/12, balanced 0/12.

Verdict

CPU Limits GPU

Your EPYC 74F3 is the limiting side in the heaviest mismatch. This means part of the GeForce RTX 5090 rendering potential remains unused in those settings.

🧩Detailed Breakdown
1080p (Full HD)
LowCPU Limits GPU 21%
MediumCPU Limits GPU 18%
HighCPU Limits GPU 18%
UltraCPU Limits GPU 18%
1440p (2K QHD)
LowCPU Limits GPU 20%
MediumCPU Limits GPU 18%
HighCPU Limits GPU 18%
UltraCPU Limits GPU 18%
4K (Ultra HD)
LowCPU Limits GPU 20%
MediumCPU Limits GPU 18%
HighCPU Limits GPU 18%
UltraCPU Limits GPU 18%
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 and then monotonic-smoothed across heavier presets and resolutions, 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 - EPYC 74F3
cpu icon
60,666
Your Score
MinimumCore 2 Quad Q6600
RecommendedCore i5-3470
GPU - GeForce RTX 5090
gpu icon
38,867
Your Score
MinimumGeForce 9800 GT
RecommendedGeForce GTX 660

Your CPU is 922% above and your GPU is 751% above the recommended specs. Ultra settings at 1080p, or High at 1440p/4K.

CPU

+922%vsrecommended

GPU

+751%vsrecommended

CPU

+2800%vsminimum

GPU

+2704%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 EPYC 74F3 and GeForce RTX 5090 run Grand Theft Auto V well?

Yes, the EPYC 74F3 paired with the GeForce RTX 5090 can run Grand Theft Auto V smoothly up to 4k achieving around 90 FPS at Ultra quality. Your GPU is 751% above the recommended specs, and your CPU is 922% above the recommended requirements.

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

This CPU + GPU combo costs approximately $3524 ($824 CPU + $2700 GPU). Your EPYC 74F3 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 processor with a significantly better value rating. For example, the EPYC 9375F is a great upgrade option for around $5306 (Rank #5 for value).

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

Your EPYC 74F3 is already an incredibly powerful processor. While it's technically the first component to hit its limit (which is completely normal in state-of-the-art builds), there is no meaningful upgrade path that would drastically improve your Grand Theft Auto V performance right now. CPU fully utilized at: 1080p low, 1080p medium, 1080p high, 1080p ultra, 1440p low, 1440p medium, 1440p high, 1440p ultra, 4k low, 4k medium, 4k high, 4k ultra.

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

Grand Theft Auto V does not currently support Frame Generation technologies like DLSS 3 or FSR 3. Your performance is based entirely on native rendering. If the game adds support in a future update, newer GPUs will benefit the most.

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 EPYC 74F3 and GeForce RTX 5090 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 EPYC 74F3 and GeForce RTX 5090?

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.