GTA 6 Requirements: Confirmed vs Leaked vs Estimated
What Rockstar has confirmed, what insiders have leaked, and what we've calculated — everything you need to know about GTA 6 PC system requirements.
Quick Answer
Rockstar has not released official PC system requirements. The specs you see online are either leaked from credible insiders (high confidence) or estimated by us based on RAGE engine performance scaling. Our tool compares your PC against the leaked specs — the most reliable data available right now.
CONFIRMED — Official Rockstar Announcements
These are 100% verified facts confirmed directly by Rockstar Games through official channels (trailers, press releases, SEC filings).
| Fact | Details | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Release Date | November 19, 2026 | Official Trailer 2 |
| Launch Platforms | PS5, Xbox Series X|S | Rockstar Newswire |
| Game Engine | RAGE (next-generation) | Tech analysis |
| Setting | Vice City / Leonida | Official Trailer 1 |
| Protagonists | Lucia and Jason | Official Trailer 1 |
| PC at Launch | Not confirmed | No official announcement |
Important: Rockstar has NOT confirmed a PC version at launch. Multiple ex-Rockstar developers have stated the PC port is expected in 2027 or later. GTA 5 took 2 years to come to PC after console launch.
LEAKED — Insider Reports & Credible Sources
These specs come from credible leaks — insider reports, Tom Henderson, Bloomberg's Jason Schreier, and the August 2026 Cyberleek drops. High confidence but not officially confirmed.
| Component | Minimum | Recommended | Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| CPU | Intel i5-6600K / AMD Ryzen 5 3600 | Intel i7-12700K / AMD Ryzen 7 5800X | Tom Henderson leak |
| GPU | NVIDIA GTX 1660 / AMD RX 5600 XT | NVIDIA RTX 3070 / AMD RX 6700 XT | Multiple insiders |
| RAM | 16 GB | 32 GB | Cyberleek drops |
| Storage | ~250 GB SSD | NVMe SSD required | Industry analysis |
| PC Release | February 2027 or later | Bloomberg / ex-devs | |
Why these are reliable: Tom Henderson has a 90%+ track record on gaming leaks. The August 2026 Cyberleek drops matched the official trailer footage. Multiple independent sources confirmed the same specs.
ESTIMATED — Our Performance Analysis
These are our estimates based on leaked specs, RAGE engine performance scaling, and comparable AAA open-world games (Cyberpunk 2077, RDR2, Hogwarts Legacy). Use these as a guide until official specs are announced.
| Tier | CPU | GPU | RAM | Target |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1080p Low | i5-6600K / R5 3600 | GTX 1660 / RX 5600 XT | 16 GB | 30-45 FPS |
| 1080p High | i5-10400 / R5 5600X | RTX 3060 / RX 6650 XT | 16 GB | 55-70 FPS |
| 1440p High | i7-12700K / R7 5800X | RTX 3070 / RX 6700 XT | 32 GB | 55-75 FPS |
| 4K High | i7-13700K / R7 7700X | RTX 4070 Ti / RX 7800 XT | 32 GB | 55-70 FPS |
| 4K Ultra + RT | i9-13900K / R9 7900X3D | RTX 4080 / RTX 4090 | 64 GB | 60+ FPS |
How we estimate: We scale performance from comparable AAA open-world games (Cyberpunk 2077, RDR2, Hogwarts Legacy) running on the same hardware. GTA 6's RAGE engine is expected to be more demanding than RDR2 but similar to Cyberpunk 2077 with ray tracing.
Frequently Asked Questions
When will Rockstar release official PC requirements?
Rockstar typically releases PC system requirements 2-4 weeks before the PC launch. If the PC version launches in early 2027, expect official specs around late 2026 or early 2027.
Are the leaked requirements accurate?
The leaked specs have a high confidence level. Multiple credible insiders (Tom Henderson, Bloomberg) have confirmed the same data. The August 2026 Cyberleek drops matched official footage. However, Rockstar could still change specs before announcement.
Can I run GTA 6 on my current PC?
Use our free spec checker tool on the homepage. It automatically detects your CPU, GPU, RAM, and storage, then compares them against the leaked requirements to tell you if you meet minimum, recommended, or 4K Ultra specs.
Will GTA 6 be on PC at launch?
Almost certainly not. Rockstar has not confirmed PC at launch. Ex-Rockstar developers and Bloomberg reports indicate the PC version is expected in 2027 or later. GTA 5 took 2 years to come to PC after the console launch.
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