Can I Run Mafia?
Illusion Softworks · 2002
It’s 1930. After an inadvertent brush with the mafia, cabdriver Tommy Angelo is reluctantly thrust into the world of organized crime. Initially, he is uneasy about falling in with the Salieri family, but soon the rewards become too big to ignore.
Can You Run Mafia?
Pick your CPU, GPU, RAM and OS — we check each one against Mafia’s official minimum and recommended requirements.
Your PC
You can run Mafia — and then some
Your PC meets the recommended requirements. Expect a great experience.
| Component | Your PC | Minimum | Recommended |
|---|---|---|---|
| GPU | GeForce RTX 4060 | 3D Graphics card compatible with DirectX 9.0 | 3D Graphics card compatible with DirectX 9.0 |
| CPU | Core i5-13400 | 1.4 GHz or faster | 1.4 GHz or faster |
| RAM | 16 GB | 2 GB | 2 GB |
| OS | Windows 11 | Windows XP / Vista / 7 / 8 / 10 | Windows XP / Vista / 7 / 8 / 10 |
Verdict compares your components against the game’s published requirements using our GPU/CPU benchmark database. Estimates — real performance varies with drivers, settings and cooling.
Estimated FPS at 1080p
GAMERSPECS ESTIMATEEstimated using the GamerSpecs performance model. Actual FPS may vary depending on drivers, cooling, power limits, background applications, and game updates.How is this calculated? →Mafia is a demanding action game from 2002. On a mid-range GPU like the RTX 4060 it averages around 91 FPS at 1080p, while budget cards manage roughly 41 FPS and high-end hardware pushes about 173 FPS. Plan on a dedicated graphics card and check the recommended specs below before buying.
Budget GPU
GTX 1650 / RX 6500 XT
~36–46 FPS
Low Performance
Mid-range GPU
RTX 4060 / RX 7600
~80–100 FPS
Playable
High-end GPU
RTX 4080 / RX 7900 XTX
~155–190 FPS
Excellent
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Mafia System Requirements
The official minimum and recommended PC specs for Mafia, component by component.
| Component | Minimum |
|---|---|
| OS | Windows XP / Vista / 7 / 8 / 10 |
| Processor | 1.4 GHz or faster |
| Memory | 2 GB RAM |
| Graphics | 3D Graphics card compatible with DirectX 9.0 |
| DirectX | Version 9.0 |
| Storage | 3 GB available space |
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Minimum
OS *: Windows XP / Vista / 7 / 8 / 10 Processor: 1.4 GHz or faster Memory: 2 GB RAM Graphics: 3D Graphics card compatible with DirectX 9.0 DirectX: Version 9.0 Storage: 3 GB available space Sound Card: DirectX 9.0c compatible sound card Compatibility notice: Windows 8 and above require DirectPlay. Windows XP 64-bit is not supported.
Requirements sourced from the official Steam store listing.
Mafia — FAQ
Can I run Mafia?+
On a mid-range GPU like an RTX 4060 you can expect around 91 FPS at 1080p in Mafia. Budget GPUs get about 41 FPS and high-end GPUs around 173 FPS. Use the checker on this page to test your exact CPU, GPU, RAM and OS against the official requirements.
What are the minimum system requirements for Mafia?+
Mafia needs at least a 1.4 GHz or faster processor, a 3D Graphics card compatible with DirectX 9.0 graphics card, 2GB of RAM, 3 GB available space of storage, running Windows XP / Vista / 7 / 8 / 10.
Can Mafia run without a graphics card?+
No — Mafia is too demanding for integrated graphics. You'll need a dedicated GPU (minimum: 3D Graphics card compatible with DirectX 9.0).
How much RAM does Mafia need?+
Mafia officially requires a minimum of 2GB of RAM. 16GB is a comfortable amount for modern gaming overall.
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FPS values displayed on GamerSpecs are estimates. Actual game performance may vary depending on hardware configuration, drivers, cooling, power limits, background applications, and game updates.