Can I Run Grand Theft Auto IV: Complete Edition?
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Can You Run Grand Theft Auto IV: Complete Edition?
Pick your CPU, GPU, RAM and OS — we check each one against Grand Theft Auto IV: Complete Edition’s official minimum and recommended requirements.
Your PC
You can run Grand Theft Auto IV: Complete Edition — and then some
Your PC meets the recommended requirements. Expect a great experience.
| Component | Your PC | Minimum | Recommended |
|---|---|---|---|
| GPU | GeForce RTX 4060 | 256MB Nvidia 7900 / 256MB ATI X1900 DirectX Version: DirectX 9.0c Compliant Card | 256MB Nvidia 7900 / 256MB ATI X1900 DirectX Version: DirectX 9.0c Compliant Card |
| CPU | Core i5-13400 | Intel Core 2 Duo 1.8GHz, AMD Athlon X2 64 2.4GHz | Intel Core 2 Duo 1.8GHz, AMD Athlon X2 64 2.4GHz |
| RAM | 16 GB | 5 GB | 5 GB |
| OS | Windows 11 | Windows Vista - Service Pack 1 / Windows XP - Service Pack 3 | Windows Vista - Service Pack 1 / Windows XP - Service Pack 3 |
Verdict compares your components against the game’s published requirements using our GPU/CPU benchmark database. Estimates — real performance varies with drivers, settings and cooling.
Estimated FPS at 1080p
GAMERSPECS ESTIMATEEstimated using the GamerSpecs performance model. Actual FPS may vary depending on drivers, cooling, power limits, background applications, and game updates.How is this calculated? →Grand Theft Auto IV: Complete Edition is a demanding action game. On a mid-range GPU like the RTX 4060 it averages around 88 FPS at 1080p, while budget cards manage roughly 40 FPS and high-end hardware pushes about 168 FPS. Plan on a dedicated graphics card and check the recommended specs below before buying.
Budget GPU
GTX 1650 / RX 6500 XT
~36–44 FPS
Low Performance
Mid-range GPU
RTX 4060 / RX 7600
~80–95 FPS
Playable
High-end GPU
RTX 4080 / RX 7900 XTX
~150–185 FPS
Excellent
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Grand Theft Auto IV: Complete Edition System Requirements
The official minimum and recommended PC specs for Grand Theft Auto IV: Complete Edition, component by component.
| Component | Minimum |
|---|---|
| OS | Windows Vista - Service Pack 1 / Windows XP - Service Pack 3 |
| Processor | Intel Core 2 Duo 1.8GHz, AMD Athlon X2 64 2.4GHz |
| Memory | 1.5GB XP / 1.5GB Vista |
| Graphics | 256MB Nvidia 7900 / 256MB ATI X1900 DirectX Version: DirectX 9.0c Compliant Card |
| Storage | 32GB of Hard Disc Space |
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Minimum
OS *: Windows Vista - Service Pack 1 / Windows XP - Service Pack 3 Processor: Intel Core 2 Duo 1.8GHz, AMD Athlon X2 64 2.4GHz Memory: 1.5GB XP / 1.5GB Vista Graphics: 256MB Nvidia 7900 / 256MB ATI X1900 DirectX Version: DirectX 9.0c Compliant Card Hard Drive: 32GB of Hard Disc Space Sound Card: 5.1 Channel Audio Card Other Requirements: Initial activation requires internet connection; Online play requires log-in to Games For Windows - Live and Rockstar Games Social Club (13+ to register); software installations required including Adobe Flash, DirectX, Microsoft’s .NET Framework 3.0, Games For
Requirements sourced from the official Steam store listing.
Grand Theft Auto IV: Complete Edition — FAQ
Can I run Grand Theft Auto IV: Complete Edition?+
On a mid-range GPU like an RTX 4060 you can expect around 88 FPS at 1080p in Grand Theft Auto IV: Complete Edition. Budget GPUs get about 40 FPS and high-end GPUs around 168 FPS. Use the checker on this page to test your exact CPU, GPU, RAM and OS against the official requirements.
What are the minimum system requirements for Grand Theft Auto IV: Complete Edition?+
Grand Theft Auto IV: Complete Edition needs at least a Intel Core 2 Duo 1.8GHz, AMD Athlon X2 64 2.4GHz processor, a 256MB Nvidia 7900 / 256MB ATI X1900 DirectX Version: DirectX 9.0c Compliant Card graphics card, 5GB of RAM, 32GB of Hard Disc Space of storage, running Windows Vista - Service Pack 1 / Windows XP - Service Pack 3.
Can Grand Theft Auto IV: Complete Edition run without a graphics card?+
No — Grand Theft Auto IV: Complete Edition is too demanding for integrated graphics. You'll need a dedicated GPU (minimum: 256MB Nvidia 7900 / 256MB ATI X1900 DirectX Version: DirectX 9.0c Compliant Card).
How much RAM does Grand Theft Auto IV: Complete Edition need?+
Grand Theft Auto IV: Complete Edition officially requires a minimum of 5GB of RAM. 16GB is a comfortable amount for modern gaming overall.
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FPS values displayed on GamerSpecs are estimates. Actual game performance may vary depending on hardware configuration, drivers, cooling, power limits, background applications, and game updates.