Mass Effect 2
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Mass Effect 2 FPS by GPU
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1080p performance
| GPU | low | medium | high | ultra |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| RTX 5090 | 999 fps | 999 fps | 999 fps | 999 fps |
| RTX 4090 | 999 fps | 999 fps | 999 fps | 999 fps |
| RX 7900 XTX | 999 fps | 999 fps | 999 fps | 999 fps |
| RTX 5080 | 999 fps | 999 fps | 999 fps | 999 fps |
| RTX 4080 Super | 999 fps | 999 fps | 999 fps | 999 fps |
| RTX 4070 Ti | 999 fps | 999 fps | 999 fps | 999 fps |
| RTX 4070 | 999 fps | 999 fps | 999 fps | 870 fps |
| RX 7800 XT | 999 fps | 999 fps | 944 fps | 767 fps |
| RTX 3080 | 999 fps | 999 fps | 918 fps | 746 fps |
| RTX 4060 Ti | 999 fps | 999 fps | 867 fps | 705 fps |
| RTX 3070 | 999 fps | 988 fps | 791 fps | 642 fps |
| RTX 4060 | 999 fps | 893 fps | 714 fps | 580 fps |
| RTX 3060 | 956 fps | 765 fps | 612 fps | 497 fps |
| GTX 1660 Super | 693 fps | 555 fps | 444 fps | 361 fps |
1440p performance
| GPU | low | medium | high | ultra |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| RTX 5090 | 999 fps | 999 fps | 999 fps | 999 fps |
| RTX 4090 | 999 fps | 999 fps | 999 fps | 999 fps |
| RX 7900 XTX | 999 fps | 999 fps | 999 fps | 999 fps |
| RTX 5080 | 999 fps | 999 fps | 999 fps | 999 fps |
| RTX 4080 Super | 999 fps | 999 fps | 999 fps | 964 fps |
| RTX 4070 Ti | 999 fps | 999 fps | 937 fps | 762 fps |
| RTX 4070 | 999 fps | 999 fps | 803 fps | 653 fps |
| RX 7800 XT | 999 fps | 885 fps | 708 fps | 575 fps |
| RTX 3080 | 999 fps | 861 fps | 689 fps | 560 fps |
| RTX 4060 Ti | 999 fps | 813 fps | 650 fps | 528 fps |
| RTX 3070 | 927 fps | 741 fps | 593 fps | 482 fps |
| RTX 4060 | 837 fps | 670 fps | 536 fps | 435 fps |
| RTX 3060 | 717 fps | 574 fps | 459 fps | 373 fps |
| GTX 1660 Super | 520 fps | 416 fps | 333 fps | 270 fps |
4K performance
| GPU | low | medium | high | ultra |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| RTX 5090 | 999 fps | 999 fps | 857 fps | 696 fps |
| RTX 4090 | 999 fps | 995 fps | 796 fps | 647 fps |
| RX 7900 XTX | 999 fps | 893 fps | 714 fps | 580 fps |
| RTX 5080 | 999 fps | 842 fps | 673 fps | 547 fps |
| RTX 4080 Super | 988 fps | 791 fps | 633 fps | 514 fps |
| RTX 4070 Ti | 781 fps | 625 fps | 500 fps | 406 fps |
| RTX 4070 | 670 fps | 536 fps | 428 fps | 348 fps |
| RX 7800 XT | 590 fps | 472 fps | 377 fps | 307 fps |
| RTX 3080 | 574 fps | 459 fps | 367 fps | 298 fps |
| RTX 4060 Ti | 542 fps | 434 fps | 347 fps | 282 fps |
| RTX 3070 | 494 fps | 395 fps | 316 fps | 257 fps |
| RTX 4060 | 446 fps | 357 fps | 286 fps | 232 fps |
| RTX 3060 | 383 fps | 306 fps | 245 fps | 199 fps |
| GTX 1660 Super | 277 fps | 222 fps | 178 fps | 144 fps |
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Mass Effect 2 is a landmark sci-fi action RPG from 2010 that blends third-person shooter mechanics with deep narrative choices and squad-based combat. As Commander Shepard, you assemble a diverse team of allies to take on a suicide mission against an invading alien threat, with your decisions directly impacting character survival and story outcomes. The game's compelling storytelling and character development have made it a beloved entry in the franchise for over a decade.
On PC, Mass Effect 2 remains highly accessible even on modest hardware, making it an excellent benchmark title for older systems. Most modern GPUs will easily deliver 100+ FPS at 1080p with high graphics settings, while integrated graphics can comfortably handle medium settings with stable performance. The game scales well across different hardware tiers, so whether you're running on a GTX 1050 or a high-end graphics card, you'll achieve smooth framerates without demanding optimization.
With a 91/100 rating, Mass Effect 2 is absolutely worth playing if you enjoy story-driven RPGs with meaningful choices and engaging combat. It's a masterpiece that remains entertaining today despite its age, and benchmark-friendly enough that it won't stress your system.
Performance profile
January 2010 release. Mass Effect 2 targets mid-2000s-to-early-2010s hardware — any modern entry-level GPU (GTX 1650 tier or newer integrated graphics) handles it at 1080p Ultra without breaking a sweat.
Mass Effect 2 is latency-sensitive: a high refresh-rate monitor (144 Hz+) and consistent 1% low framerate matter more than raw averages. Aim for a GPU that delivers 20–30% more headroom than the "just 60 FPS" tier to keep frame pacing smooth during intense fights.
Extremely light — Mass Effect 2 runs at 60 FPS 1080p on any integrated GPU (Intel Iris Xe, AMD Radeon Graphics) or a decade-old discrete card like the GTX 1050. A current-gen RTX 4060 pushes 4K Ultra without effort.
Storyline
Two years after Commander Shepard repelled invading Reapers bent on the destruction of organic life, a mysterious new enemy has emerged. On the fringes of known space, something is silently abducting entire human colonies. Now Shepard must work with Cerberus, a ruthless organization devoted to human survival at any cost, to stop the most terrifying threat mankind has ever faced. To even attempt this perilous mission, Shepard must assemble the galaxy's most elite team and command the most powerful ship ever built. Even then, they say it would be suicide. Commander Shepard intends to prove them wrong.
