Can I Run Grand Theft Auto: San Andreas?

Last updated: 25 December 2024

You must be wondering, can my PC run Grand Theft Auto: San Andreas? On this page you will find Grand Theft Auto: San Andreas system requirements for PC (Windows). We constantly update our data to provide you with latest and most accurate requirements.

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Can I run it: GTA San Andreas

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  1. Right-click the Windows icon in the bottom left-hand corner of your screen
  2. Click on the ‘System’ Tab in the pop-up menu
  3. Your computer’s CPU name will be displayed under ‘Device Specifications > Processor’

  1. Right-click the Windows icon in the bottom left-hand corner of your screen
  2. In the opened menu click on ‘Device Manager’
  3. In ‘Device Manager’ click on the arrow next to ‘Display adapters’
  4. Under the drop-down, you will see the GPU that your computer is using

  1. Right-click the Windows icon in the bottom left-hand corner of your screen
  2. Click on the ‘System’ Tab in the pop-up menu
  3. Your computer’s RAM will be displayed under ‘Device Specifications > Installed RAM’

  1. Right-click the Windows icon in the bottom left-hand corner of your screen
  2. Click on the ‘System’ Tab in the pop-up menu
  3. You can see if Windows is 64 or 32 bit under ‘System type’
  4. You can see Windows version under ‘Windows edition’

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GTA San Andreas Windows Requirements

Grand Theft Auto: San Andreas system requirements for Windows
Minimum Requirements Recommended Requirements
OS
OS
Microsoft Windows 2000/XP
OS
Processor
Processor
Processor
Memory
Memory
256MB of
Memory
384MB of (the more the better!)
Graphics
Graphics
64MB Video Card (Geforce 3 )
Graphics
128MB () Video Card (Geforce 6 Series Recommended)
Storage
Storage
3.6GB of free hard disk space (minimal install)
Storage
4.7GB of free hard disk space (full install)
Other Requirements
Other Requirements
Software installations required including DirectX and Sony DADC SecuROM
Other Requirements
Partner Requirements
Partner Requirements
Please check the terms of service of this site before purchasing this software.
Partner Requirements
Sound Card
Sound Card
Sound Card
DirectX 9 compatible Sound Card (Sound Blaster Auidgy 2 Recommended)

Grand Theft Auto: San Andreas minimum requirements for Windows assume having at least Microsoft Windows 2000/XP operating system. Your processor should be 1Ghz Pentium III or AMD Athlon or a more powerful one. The minimum RAM requirement is 256MB of. As for a graphics card, it should be 64MB Video Card (Geforce 3 ). You also have to have 3.6GB of free hard disk space (minimal install) free disk space to install the game.

Recommended CPU would be Intel Pentium 4 or AMD Athlon XP CPU or equivalent. For RAM, it is recommended to have 384MB of (the more the better!) or more. And video card — 128MB () Video Card (Geforce 6 Series Recommended).

Game Details

Five years ago Carl Johnson escaped from the pressures of life in Los Santos, San Andreas... a city tearing itself apart with gang trouble, drugs and corruption. Where filmstars and millionaires do their best to avoid the dealers and gangbangers. Now, it's the early 90s. Carl's got to go home.

Release date
6 June, 2021
Required age
16+
Category
Single-player
Genre
Action
Supported languages
English
* languages with full audio support
Developer
Rockstar Games
Publisher
Rockstar Games
Official website
rockstargames.com
Support website
support.rockstargames.com
Support website
store.steampowered.com

FAQs

Can I run GTA San Andreas?

You would be able to run Grand Theft Auto: San Andreas on your PC if it meets minimum requirements below. You can also use our free test tool to check it!

Minimum requirements for Windows are:

  • OS: Microsoft Windows 2000/XP
  • Processor: 1Ghz Pentium III or AMD Athlon
  • Memory: 256MB of
  • Graphics: 64MB Video Card (Geforce 3 )
  • Storage: 3.6GB of free hard disk space (minimal install)
  • Other Requirements: Software installations required including DirectX and Sony DADC SecuROM
  • Partner Requirements: Please check the terms of service of this site before purchasing this software.
  • Sound Card:

How much RAM does GTA San Andreas need?

You need at least 256MB of of RAM to run Grand Theft Auto: San Andreas on PC, but 384MB of (the more the better!) is recommended.

What processor do I need for GTA San Andreas?

1Ghz Pentium III or AMD Athlon is a minimum requirement for PC to be able to run Grand Theft Auto: San Andreas.

How many GB is GTA San Andreas?

At least 3.6GB of free hard disk space (minimal install) of disk space is required to install Grand Theft Auto: San Andreas on your PC.

What graphics card do I need for GTA San Andreas?

You need 64MB Video Card (Geforce 3 ) or more powerful video card.

What version of Windows can I use to play GTA San Andreas?

Microsoft Windows 2000/XP or newer.

Can I run GTA San Andreas on my laptop?

Yes, as long as it meets minimum requirements above.

When is GTA San Andreas release date?

Grand Theft Auto: San Andreas release date is 6 June, 2021.

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