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Grand Theft Auto: San Andreas – The Definitive Edition System Requirements

November 11, 2021Grove Street Games

In 1990s San Andreas, navigate the criminal underworld as Carl "CJ" Johnson, wrongly accused of murder. Struggle to protect your family and seize power across a sprawling, corrupt state.

Grand Theft Auto: San Andreas – The Definitive Edition Minimum & Recommended Specs

Minimum: Intel Core i5-6600K, Nvidia GeForce GTX, 8 GB RAM. Recommended: 16 GB RAM RAM.

Minimum System Requirements

OS
Windows 10 64-bit
Processor
Intel Core i5-6600K / AMD FX-6300CPU Deals
RAM
8 GB RAMRAM Deals
Graphics Card
Nvidia GeForce GTX 760 2GB / AMD Radeon R9 280 3GBGPU Deals
Storage
45 GB available spaceSSD Deals

Recommended System Requirements

OS
Windows 10 64-bit
Processor
Intel Core i7-2700K / AMD Ryzen 5 2600CPU Deals
RAM
16 GB RAMRAM Deals
Graphics Card
Nvidia GeForce GTX 970 4GB / AMD Radeon RX 570 4GBGPU Deals
Storage
45 GB available spaceSSD Deals

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Grand Theft Auto: San Andreas – The Definitive Edition System Requirements FAQ

Can I run Grand Theft Auto: San Andreas – The Definitive Edition on a low-end PC?
To play at minimum settings (likely 1080p at 30fps), you'll need at least an Intel Core i5-6600K or AMD FX-6300 CPU, an Nvidia GeForce GTX 760 2GB or AMD Radeon R9 280 3GB GPU, and 8GB of RAM. Lower specs may result in unplayable performance.
What GPU do I need for Grand Theft Auto: San Andreas – The Definitive Edition?
For minimum settings, aim for an Nvidia GeForce GTX 760 2GB or AMD Radeon R9 280 3GB. For recommended settings (higher resolutions/framerates), you'll want an Nvidia GeForce GTX 970 4GB or AMD Radeon RX 570 4GB.
How much RAM does Grand Theft Auto: San Andreas – The Definitive Edition need?
The game requires at least 8GB of RAM to run. For a smoother experience, especially at higher settings, 16GB of RAM is recommended.
Will Grand Theft Auto: San Andreas – The Definitive Edition run on integrated graphics?
It's highly unlikely that Grand Theft Auto: San Andreas – The Definitive Edition will run well on integrated graphics. Dedicated graphics cards are strongly recommended to meet the minimum requirements.
What is the best graphics settings for Grand Theft Auto: San Andreas – The Definitive Edition?
The 'best' settings depend on your hardware. If you meet the recommended specs, try High or Ultra settings. If you meet the minimum, start with Low or Medium and adjust upwards, monitoring your framerate.
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Grand Theft Auto: San Andreas – The Definitive Edition Game Info

Developer

Grove Street Games

Publisher

Netflix

Release Date

November 11, 2021

Platforms

Xbox Series X|S, PlayStation 4, Android, PC (Microsoft Windows), iOS

Genres

ShooterRacingAdventure

Game Modes

  • Single player
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