Best GPU for CityDriver (2026)
To run CityDriver well, aim for a graphics card at or above its recommended GPU. Below are our picks by resolution, chosen from real benchmark data — a budget option for smooth 1080p, a value pick for 1440p, and a high-end card for 4K.
Recommended graphics cards by resolution
| Resolution | Our pick | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 1080p High | AMD Radeon RX 6900 XT Best budget pick · 16GB · ~$549.00 |
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| 1440p High | NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5080 Best value pick · 16GB · ~$999.00 |
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These picks target a smooth experience at each resolution. For native 4K at max settings — especially with ray tracing or path tracing — aim higher than the high-end pick and use DLSS/FSR upscaling, which can effectively move a card up a tier.
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CityDriver system requirements
| Component | Minimum | Recommended |
|---|---|---|
| GPU | NVIDIA GeForce RTX 2060 or AMD Radeon RX 6700, each with 8 GB VRAM or better | NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3080 or AMD Radeon RX 7900 XT, with 12 GB VRAM or better |
| CPU | AMD Ryzen 5 5600 or Intel Core i5-11400F (6 cores, 12 threads, ~3.5 GHz) | AMD Ryzen 7 5800X or Intel Core i7-12700 (8+4 cores, 16 threads) |
| RAM | 16 GB | 32 GB |
Want to confirm a specific card? Test it against CityDriver with our free Can I Run It tool, estimate frames with the FPS Estimator, or compare cards on the GPU tier list.
Frequently Asked Questions
What GPU do I need for CityDriver?
For smooth 1080p, a AMD Radeon RX 6900 XT-class card meets the recommended bar. For 1440p, step up to around a NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5080. You can verify any card with our free Can I Run It checker.
Can I run CityDriver on a cheaper GPU?
Often yes, at lower settings or with upscaling (DLSS/FSR). Anything at or above the game's minimum GPU will launch it; the picks above target a smooth, recommended-level experience.
Do I need a new CPU too?
For most games the GPU matters most, but a badly paired CPU can bottleneck a strong card. Check the balance with our bottleneck calculator before buying.