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Which TV or monitor to buy for GTA 6: what really matters if it runs at 30 FPS

GTA VI runs at 30 FPS on console, so 120 Hz is not the priority. What counts: 4K resolution, good HDR, size and latency. What to look for in a TV or monitor and which display types are worth it.

By Precio GTA 6 Editorial Team Published on Updated on

Before changing your display for GTA VI, know this: the game runs at 30 FPS on console. Rockstar North co-director Rob Nelson confirmed it, and it applies to the PS5 Pro too; Rockstar has not promised a 60 FPS mode. So what you will notice most in GTA VI is not 120 Hz, but resolution, HDR and contrast.

What to look for, in order of importance for GTA 6

  1. 4K resolution, if the screen is large or you sit close. On a 55-inch TV or larger, the difference from 1080p is very noticeable.
  2. Good HDR. Vice City’s neon nights and Leonida’s sunsets are exactly where it shows: look for high brightness and good contrast, not just an “HDR” label.
  3. Low latency (game mode). Almost every current TV has it; always turn it on.
  4. 120 Hz, VRR and HDMI 2.1. Useful for other games at 60 or 120 FPS, and in case Rockstar later adds a performance mode. For GTA VI at launch, secondary.

If you play in the living room: a 4K TV

OLED: the best picture

Perfect blacks and infinite contrast: the best for night scenes. LG’s C series and Samsung’s S90 series are the most recommended for consoles; last year’s models usually drop a lot in price when the new ones arrive.

QLED / Mini LED: more brightness for less

Brighter than OLED and a good choice for bright rooms or tighter budgets. Make sure it has local dimming, which is what makes HDR look decent.

If you play at a desk: a 4K monitor

Within a metre, a big TV gets tiring. The comfortable choice is a 27 to 32-inch 4K monitor with HDMI (check it accepts 4K over HDMI, not just DisplayPort, as consoles only have HDMI).

What if you already have a 1080p TV?

You can play without any problem. The console scales the image, and the Xbox Series S is designed for 1080p-1440p. A new display improves the experience, but it is the least urgent purchase if you still need the console or space to install the game: see which SSD to buy for GTA 6 and which console to buy.

TVs are among the biggest Black Friday discounts (27 November). If you are in no hurry, that is usually when the best deals appear.

Frequently asked questions

Do I need a 120 Hz display for GTA 6?
Not for GTA VI. According to Rockstar it runs at 30 FPS on PS5, PS5 Pro and Xbox Series, and a 60 FPS mode has not been confirmed. 120 Hz and HDMI 2.1 help with other games, but they are not what you will notice most in this one.
Is an OLED TV or a monitor better for GTA 6?
If you play from the sofa, a 4K TV with good HDR, ideally OLED or a QLED with good local dimming. If you play at a desk less than a metre away, a 27 to 32-inch 4K monitor.
Is it worth playing GTA 6 on a 1080p screen?
It plays perfectly well. PS5 and Xbox Series X scale the image, and the Series S is designed for 1080p-1440p. The jump to 4K is noticeable, especially on a large TV, but it is not essential.