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, frame rates range from 59 to 66 FPS depending on quality settings. At 1440p, frame rates range from 55 to 66 FPS. At 4K, frame rates range from 42 to 66 FPS.
The GeForce RTX 4090 is 734% above the recommended GPU (GeForce GTX 660) for Grand Theft Auto V. The Xeon E5-2407 is 55% below recommended, but 27% above minimum.
The Xeon E5-2407 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: $1674. At 1080p Ultra, this combo delivers 59 FPS, equivalent to 0.04 FPS per dollar.
| Resolution | Low | Medium | High | Ultra |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1080p | 0.039 fps/$ | 0.039 fps/$ | 0.039 fps/$ | 0.035 fps/$ |
| 1440p | 0.039 fps/$ | 0.039 fps/$ | 0.039 fps/$ | 0.033 fps/$ |
| 4k | 0.039 fps/$ | 0.039 fps/$ | 0.029 fps/$ | 0.025 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 ultra, the Xeon E5-2407 sets the ceiling at about 59 FPS, while the GeForce RTX 4090 could reach 170 FPS. In this scenario, the CPU limits the GPU potential by 65% (FPS gap: 111 FPS). Overall distribution: CPU limits 12/12 cells, GPU limits 0/12, balanced 0/12.
Your Xeon E5-2407 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 63% | CPU Limits GPU 64% | CPU Limits GPU 64% | CPU Limits GPU 65% |
| 1440p (2K QHD) | CPU Limits GPU 60% | CPU Limits GPU 63% | CPU Limits GPU 61% | CPU Limits GPU 62% |
| 4K (Ultra HD) | CPU Limits GPU 51% | CPU Limits GPU 50% | CPU Limits GPU 61% | CPU Limits GPU 60% |
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) | CPU48% - 61% <> GPU83% - 99% <> | CPU49% - 61% <> GPU85% - 96% <> | CPU49% - 61% <> GPU85% - 96% <> | CPU46% - 63% <> GPU90% - 98% <> |
| 1440p (2K QHD) | CPU31% - 58% <> GPU83% - 100% <> | CPU33% - 58% <> GPU86% - 97% <> | CPU33% - 58% <> GPU86% - 97% <> | CPU32% - 60% <> GPU90% - 98% <> |
| 4K (Ultra HD) | CPU28% - 56% <> GPU84% - 99% <> | CPU30% - 56% <> GPU86% - 97% <> | CPU30% - 56% <> GPU86% - 97% <> | CPU29% - 56% <> GPU91% - 98% <> |
The Xeon E5-2407 + GeForce RTX 4090 pairing runs this title with CPU utilization between 28% and 63% and GPU utilization between 83% and 100%. Xeon E5-2407 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 55% to 43%.
From a utilization perspective, this is a GPU-heavy load profile. At 1080p (Full HD) Ultra, the GeForce RTX 4090 averages 94% usage (90-98%), while the Xeon E5-2407 stays at 54% (46-63%). 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 55% and GPU 91%. At 1440p, that shifts to CPU 46% and GPU 93%, and at 4K it reaches CPU 43% and GPU 93%. This shows that workload scaling is present on both components, with stronger pressure on the GPU.
1080p (Full HD) Medium is the most balanced preset based on this dataset. It runs around CPU 55% (49-61%) and GPU 90% (85-96%), which keeps GeForce RTX 4090 well utilized without constant max-out behavior while Xeon E5-2407 remains stable for consistent frame delivery.
Current utilization does not show an urgent upgrade requirement for either component; the Xeon E5-2407 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 55% below recommended and your GPU is 734% below recommended, but both meet minimum specs. Playable at Low/Medium settings, 1080p or below.
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The Xeon E5-2407 and GeForce RTX 4090 will struggle to run Grand Theft Auto V at smooth framerates. At 1080p Ultra, you can expect around 59 FPS which is classified as "playable". Consider lowering settings or upgrading your hardware.
This CPU + GPU combo costs approximately $1674 ($25 CPU + $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 Xeon Platinum 8454H is a great upgrade option for around $6540 (Rank #1 for value).
For Grand Theft Auto V, upgrading the CPU would have the biggest impact on performance. The Xeon E5-2407 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 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 setup meets the minimum requirements but falls short of the recommended specs. You may need to lower some settings for smooth performance.
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.
