F1® 2021 vs Le Mans Ultimate
Which one is worth buying now, with today's prices and each game's recommendation.
Le Mans Ultimate wins 10 of 15 head-to-head metrics. Le Mans Ultimate is $40.13 cheaper.
Metric by metric
The winner of each row gets a ✓. No row weighs more than another; the recommendation is calculated separately.
| Metric | F1® 2021 | Le Mans Ultimate |
|---|---|---|
| GameValio scoreRecommendation: Worth It × Maybe | 71 | 65 |
| Quality | 87 | 66 |
| Value | 72 | 74 |
| Popularity | 36 | 35 |
| Current Best Price (USD) | $58.19 | $18.06 |
| Steam Review Score | 86.4% positive | 79.4% positive |
| Average Concurrent Players (14 days) | 67 | 3.1K |
Where to buy
The 3 cheapest stores for each game
Side by side over time
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Details and requirements
| Item | F1® 2021 | Le Mans Ultimate |
|---|---|---|
| Release date | July 15, 2021 | July 22, 2025 |
| Developers | Codemasters | Studio 397 |
| Publishers | Electronic Arts | Studio 397 |
| Platforms | Windows | Windows |
| OS (minimum) | — | Windows 10 or 11 |
| Processor (minimum) | — | Intel Core i5-10600 or AMD Ryzen 5 5600X |
| Memory (minimum) | — | 16 GB RAM |
| Graphics (minimum) | — | GeForce GTX 2070 8 GB, Radeon RX 6600 8GB |
| DirectX (minimum) | — | Version 11 |
| Storage (minimum) | — | 45 GB available space |
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: F1® 2021 or Le Mans Ultimate?
Le Mans Ultimate won the comparison against F1® 2021 based on the head-to-head metric breakdown. Check the metrics table above for a full side-by-side analysis.
How is the comparison calculated?
The comparison winner is determined objectively by counting which game wins more individual metrics in the head-to-head table. No weighting is applied. The GameValio Recommendation shown separately is our own suggestion for each game, based on a weighted score that combines quality (reviews), popularity (player counts), and affordability (price vs value) into a score out of 100. These are two different things: the comparison is objective, the recommendation is GameValio's opinion.
Is F1® 2021 worth buying over Le Mans Ultimate?
Based on the metrics, Le Mans Ultimate won the direct comparison. However, also check the GameValio Recommendation for each game and the price comparison table to make the most informed purchase decision.
Which game has better player reviews?
Review score trends and volume over time are shown in the charts section above. The game with consistently higher positive ratios has stronger community reception.
Which game offers better value for money?
The affordability score and price comparison table above highlight the best deals. Le Mans Ultimate currently scores better on value relative to its quality and price.
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Analysis updated: Oct 24, 2026, 02:40 PM UTC