As the hype for Grand Theft Auto VI reaches new heights, a trusted industry insider has dropped a major performance bombshell: GTA 6 may only hit 60 frames per second (FPS) on one console — the Xbox Series X.
If true, this could mark a big win for Microsoft’s powerhouse console in the next-gen performance wars.
GTA 6 60FPS on Xbox Series X: What the Insider Says
According to a source with a proven track record — previously accurate on Red Dead Redemption 2 and early PlayStation 5 dev kit leaks — Rockstar’s upcoming open-world juggernaut will run at:
- 30FPS on PlayStation 5
- 30FPS on Xbox Series S
- Up to 60FPS on Xbox Series X (in a dedicated Performance Mode)
This puts the Xbox Series X in a unique position, offering the only 60FPS console experience for GTA 6 — albeit with some graphical compromises.
Why Only Xbox Series X Can Run GTA 6 at 60FPS
The main factor? Raw GPU power.
The Xbox Series X boasts 12 teraflops of GPU performance, compared to the 10.28 teraflops found in the PlayStation 5. That advantage, while small on paper, reportedly gives Rockstar enough overhead to enable a 60FPS mode — likely with dynamic resolution scaling and reduced visual effects.
Meanwhile, PS5 users may be stuck with a 30FPS experience in Fidelity Mode, with no confirmation yet of a fully stable 60FPS Performance Mode.
What About Xbox Series S and PS5?
The Xbox Series S, known for its lower specs and RAM limitations, is expected to run GTA 6 at 30FPS only. There’s no word on a performance mode for the Series S — and based on the insider’s info, it may not be feasible at launch.
The PlayStation 5, despite its fast SSD and efficient architecture, seems to struggle with maintaining 60FPS in Rockstar’s highly detailed open world. A Performance Mode may come later — but as of now, it’s not expected to offer a locked 60FPS.
GTA 6 on PC: Where 60FPS Will Be Easy
As always, PC gamers will have the last laugh — eventually. GTA 6 is likely to hit PC 6–12 months after its console release, and on a capable rig, 60FPS (or higher) will be easy to achieve.
Expect full support for unlocked frame rates, ultra settings, and ray tracing — assuming your GPU can handle Rockstar’s latest iteration of the RAGE engine.
Conclusion: Xbox Series X Could Be the Best Way to Play GTA 6 at Launch
While nothing is officially confirmed by Rockstar Games yet, the insider leak strongly suggests that GTA 6 at 60FPS will be a reality only on Xbox Series X — at least at launch.
This news could influence buying decisions for gamers looking to get the smoothest open-world experience possible on console.
