Grand Theft Auto V System Requirements: Minimum and Recommended PC Specs (2026)

To run Grand Theft Auto V on PC, you need at least NVIDIA 9800 GT 1GB / AMD HD 4870 1GB (DX 10, 10.1, 11) and 4 GB RAM. The developer recommends NVIDIA GTX 660 2GB / AMD HD 7870 2GB with 8 GB RAM. Plan for 125 GB of free storage. These are the official specs from the game’s Steam page, checked on Oct 8, 2026.

Grand Theft Auto V PC requirements

Spec	Minimum	Recommended
OS	Windows 10 64 Bit	Windows 10 64 Bit
Processor	Intel Core 2 Quad CPU Q6600 @ 2.40GHz (4 CPUs) / AMD Phenom 9850 Quad-Core Processor (4 CPUs) @ 2.5GHz	Intel Core i5 3470 @ 3.2GHz (4 CPUs) / AMD X8 FX-8350 @ 4GHz (8 CPUs)
Memory	4 GB RAM	8 GB RAM
Graphics	NVIDIA 9800 GT 1GB / AMD HD 4870 1GB (DX 10, 10.1, 11)	NVIDIA GTX 660 2GB / AMD HD 7870 2GB
Storage	125 GB available space	125 GB available space
Sound card	100% DirectX 10 compatible	100% DirectX 10 compatible
Additional notes	Over time downloadable content and programming changes will change the system requirements for this game. Please refer to your hardware manufacturer and for current compatibility information. Some system components such as mobile chipsets, integrated, and AGP graphics cards may be incompatible. Unli	–

How demanding is Grand Theft Auto V?

Its minimum memory requirement of 4 GB is higher than 12% of the 183 PC games we track. Its 125 GB install is larger than 92% of them.

Grand Theft Auto V targets an older PC setup. The minimum requirements include a quad-core processor and a 1GB graphics card from the DirectX 10 generation. The recommended specs only bump up to an entry-level gaming rig from a few generations ago. Most modern mid-range PCs handle both categories with ease. However, storage is a major factor since the requirement sits at 125 GB for both tiers. This game needs that much space, regardless of the hardware.

One unusual point is that the notes mention mobile chipsets, integrated graphics, and AGP cards might not work. This means a slim laptop could fall short, even if its CPU and RAM seem good enough. The Steam Deck is marked as Unsupported. For the best experience, install the game on an SSD and keep extra space available. A game this size really benefits from quick loading times, so check your free space before starting the download.

Can you play Grand Theft Auto V on Steam Deck?

Valve rates Grand Theft Auto V Unsupported on Steam Deck. That means Valve’s testing found it does not run properly on Steam Deck.

• Note: Unsupported anti cheat configuration

Is Grand Theft Auto V on Mac or Linux?

No. Steam lists Grand Theft Auto V for Windows only, with no native Mac or Linux version.

Grand Theft Auto V system requirements FAQ

What are the minimum requirements for Grand Theft Auto V?

Windows 10 64 Bit, Intel Core 2 Quad CPU Q6600 @ 2.40GHz (4 CPUs) / AMD Phenom 9850 Quad-Core Processor (4 CPUs) @ 2.5GHz, 4 GB RAM and NVIDIA 9800 GT 1GB / AMD HD 4870 1GB (DX 10, 10.1, 11). You also need 125 GB available space.

What are the recommended specs for Grand Theft Auto V?

Intel Core i5 3470 @ 3.2GHz (4 CPUs) / AMD X8 FX-8350 @ 4GHz (8 CPUs), 8 GB RAM and NVIDIA GTX 660 2GB / AMD HD 7870 2GB.

Can I run Grand Theft Auto V with 8 GB of RAM?

Yes, 8 GB meets the minimum of 4 GB.

How much storage does Grand Theft Auto V need?

The Steam page lists 125 GB of free space.

Does Grand Theft Auto V work on Steam Deck?

Valve rates it Unsupported on Steam Deck.

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Specs and the Steam Deck rating come from the game’s official Steam store listing and Valve’s compatibility report. Comparisons use the same data for every PC game Explosion tracks. Re-checked monthly.