Recommended Systems for MAME.
| Release Date | 1997-02-05 |
|---|---|
| Pricing Model | Open Source |
| Platforms | Android, Android TV, Chrome OS, Linux, Mac OS X, Windows |
MAME (an acronym of Multiple Arcade Machine Emulator) is a free and open source emulator designed to recreate the hardware of arcade game systems in software on modern personal computers and other platforms. The intention is to preserve gaming history by preventing vintage games from being lost or forgotten. The aim of MAME is to be a reference to the inner workings of the emulated arcade machines; the ability to actually play the games is considered "a nice side effect". Joystiq has listed MAME as an application that every gamer should have.
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Computer Specs to Look For
If you're conducting your own search, the following specs are the most common in mass-produced PCs capable of handling MAME well:
Compatible Ready-Made Systems
The following Systems meet the system requirements set by MAME's developers. There are no performance standards defining how well a recommended system should perform (some developers overestimate them, others can be a bit optimistic), but unless you want framerates above 30fps or run the game above HD resolution, this should do nicely.
Matches are sorted by price, so if what you see doesn't match your expectations and you can afford to pay more, feel free to move on to the next page.
Asus VivoBook X515 15-inch Laptop (X515EA-DS59-CA)
This convenient laptop is powerful enough to handle demanding homework as well as other everyday tasks. It manages to be affordable while including al
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Who it's For
- Aspiring Creative
- Photo Editor
- Multitasker
- Productivity-Focused User
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Specs
Operating System
Windows 11, Home Edition
Screen
15", 1920×1080(FHD, 1080p, 2.1MP), Multiple Monitor Support
CPU
Intel Core i5-1135G7
GPU
Intel Iris Xe Graphics
Memory
8 GB
Storage
256 GB total, Solid State (very fast)
Pricing
Asus TUF Gaming F15 15-inch Laptop (FX506LH-SS51-CB)
This laptop incorporates significantly more graphical horsepower than your run-of-the-mill PC without specializing all the way. As a result, you gain
Performance in selected Apps
| MAME |
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Who it's For
- Serious Video Editor
- Serious Photo Editor
- Serious Multitasker
- Gamer
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Specs
Operating System
Windows 11, Home Edition
Screen
15", 1920×1080(FHD, 1080p, 2.1MP), IPS Display (incl. PLS, AHVA, etc.), Multiple Monitor Support
CPU
Intel Core i5-10300H
GPU
Nvidia GeForce GTX 1650, 4 GB
Memory
16 GB
Storage
512 GB total, Solid State (very fast)
Pricing
Asus ROG Strix G15 15-inch Gaming Laptop (G513IC-BS71-CB)
If you've been looking for a cost-effective gaming PC, this laptop has a bit more graphical horsepower which will go a long way to make more games pla
Performance in selected Apps
| MAME |
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Who it's For
- Serious Video Editor
- Serious Photo Editor
- Serious Multitasker
- Gamer
Compared Overall
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| Power | |
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Specs
Operating System
Windows 11, Home Edition
Screen
15", 1920×1080(FHD, 1080p, 2.1MP), IPS Display (incl. PLS, AHVA, etc.), Multiple Monitor Support
CPU
AMD Ryzen 7 4800H
GPU
Nvidia GeForce RTX 3050, 4 GB
Memory
16 GB
Storage
512 GB total, Solid State (very fast)
Pricing
Acer Vero 15-inch Eco-Friendly Laptop (AV15-51-55ZQ)
If you're interested in reducing the environmental impact of your digital activities but cannot afford some of the pricier options, this laptop might
Performance in selected Apps
| MAME |
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Who it's For
- Aspiring Creative
- Photo Editor
- Multitasker
- Productivity-Focused User
Compared Overall
| Bang for the Buck | |
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| Versatility | |
| Power | |
| Storage Space | |
| Portability | |
| Battery Autonomy |
Specs
Operating System
Windows 11, Home Edition
Screen
15", 1920×1080(FHD, 1080p, 2.1MP), IPS Display (incl. PLS, AHVA, etc.), Multiple Monitor Support
CPU
Intel Core i5-1155G7
GPU
Intel Iris Xe Graphics
Memory
8 GB
Storage
512 GB total, Solid State (very fast)
Pricing
Asus ROG Strix G15 15-inch Gaming Laptop (G513QC-BS91-CB)
If you're looking for a relatively affordable computer for visual work and even gaming away from your desk, this laptop could be of interest. The abse
Performance in selected Apps
| MAME |
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Who it's For
- Serious Video Editor
- Serious Photo Editor
- Serious Multitasker
- Gamer
Compared Overall
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| Power | |
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Specs
Operating System
Windows 10, Home Edition
Screen
15", 1920×1080(FHD, 1080p, 2.1MP), IPS Display (incl. PLS, AHVA, etc.), Multiple Monitor Support
CPU
AMD Ryzen 9 5900HX
GPU
Nvidia GeForce RTX 3050, 4 GB
Memory
16 GB
Storage
512 GB total
Pricing
Asus ROG Strix G10CE Gaming PC (G10CE(SPL)-BBI560-CB)
This pre-built Gaming Rig is quite capable for the price, and if you're looking for a gamin PC you can take home and play with tonight, this could be
Performance in selected Apps
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Who it's For
- Serious Video Editor
- Serious Photo Editor
- Hardcore Graphic Designer
- Serious Multitasker
Compared Overall
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| Versatility | |
| Power | |
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| Portability |
Specs
Operating System
Windows 10, Home Edition
CPU
Intel Core i5-11400
GPU
Nvidia GeForce RTX 3060, 12 GB
Memory
16 GB
Storage
512 GB total, Solid State (very fast)