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 120 FPS. At 1440p, all settings exceed 89 FPS. At 4K, all settings exceed 64 FPS.
The GeForce RTX 4090 is 734% above the recommended GPU (GeForce GTX 660) for Grand Theft Auto V. The Xeon 6780E is 1361% above the recommended CPU (Core i5-3470).
The Xeon 6780E sets the FPS ceiling at all 1080p settings, all 1440p settings, all 4k settings, while the GeForce RTX 4090 still has headroom.
Approximated average price on current market:
Combo price: $10162. At 1080p Ultra, this combo delivers 120 FPS, equivalent to 0.01 FPS per dollar.
| Resolution | Low | Medium | High | Ultra |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1080p | 0.016 fps/$ | 0.015 fps/$ | 0.013 fps/$ | 0.012 fps/$ |
| 1440p | 0.014 fps/$ | 0.012 fps/$ | 0.010 fps/$ | 0.009 fps/$ |
| 4k | 0.011 fps/$ | 0.009 fps/$ | 0.008 fps/$ | 0.006 fps/$ |
* Table values represent FPS per Dollar (higher is better)
This section is based on estimated CPU/GPU FPS ceilings, not utilization percentages.
At 1440p high, the Xeon 6780E sets the ceiling at about 102 FPS, while the GeForce RTX 4090 could reach 174 FPS. In this scenario, the CPU limits the GPU potential by 41% (FPS gap: 72 FPS). Overall distribution: CPU limits 12/12 cells, GPU limits 0/12, balanced 0/12.
Your Xeon 6780E is the limiting side in the heaviest mismatch. This means part of the GeForce RTX 4090 rendering potential remains unused in those settings.
| Resolution | Low | Medium | High | Ultra |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1080p (Full HD) | CPU Limits GPU 14% | CPU Limits GPU 21% | CPU Limits GPU 30% | CPU Limits GPU 30% |
| 1440p (2K QHD) | CPU Limits GPU 23% | CPU Limits GPU 33% | CPU Limits GPU 41% | CPU Limits GPU 39% |
| 4K (Ultra HD) | CPU Limits GPU 28% | CPU Limits GPU 34% | CPU Limits GPU 41% | CPU Limits GPU 40% |
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) | CPU41% - 54% <> GPU78% - 98% <> | CPU40% - 54% <> GPU74% - 96% <> | CPU40% - 54% <> GPU74% - 96% <> | CPU37% - 56% <> GPU82% - 100% <> |
| 1440p (2K QHD) | CPU18% - 39% <> GPU78% - 98% <> | CPU18% - 39% <> GPU74% - 96% <> | CPU18% - 39% <> GPU74% - 96% <> | CPU14% - 38% <> GPU81% - 100% <> |
| 4K (Ultra HD) | CPU17% - 38% <> GPU77% - 98% <> | CPU17% - 39% <> GPU73% - 96% <> | CPU17% - 39% <> GPU73% - 96% <> | CPU11% - 38% <> GPU81% - 100% <> |
The Xeon 6780E + GeForce RTX 4090 pairing runs this title with CPU utilization between 11% and 56% and GPU utilization between 73% and 100%. Xeon 6780E 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 87% at 1080p to 87% at 4K, while CPU averages move from 47% to 27%.
From a utilization perspective, this is a GPU-heavy load profile. At 1080p (Full HD) Ultra, the GeForce RTX 4090 averages 91% usage (82-100%), while the Xeon 6780E stays at 46% (37-56%). 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 47% and GPU 87%. At 1440p, that shifts to CPU 28% and GPU 87%, and at 4K it reaches CPU 27% and GPU 87%. 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 48% (41-54%) and GPU 88% (78-98%), which keeps GeForce RTX 4090 well utilized without constant max-out behavior while Xeon 6780E remains stable for consistent frame delivery.
Current utilization does not show an urgent upgrade requirement for either component; the Xeon 6780E and GeForce RTX 4090 remain reasonably matched for this title.
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 1361% 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 Xeon 6780E paired with the GeForce RTX 4090 can run Grand Theft Auto V smoothly up to 4k achieving around 64 FPS at Ultra quality. Your GPU is 734% above the recommended specs, and your CPU is 1361% above the recommended requirements.
This CPU + GPU combo costs approximately $10162 ($8513 CPU (Rank #520 Value) + $1649 GPU (Rank #77 Value)). Your Xeon 6780E 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 Ryzen Threadripper PRO 9985WX is a great upgrade option for around $7999 (Rank #378 for value) while costing less than your current CPU.
Your Xeon 6780E 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.
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.
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 Xeon 6780E 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.
