Can I Run Minecraft: Java Edition?
Mojang Studios · 2011
Mojang's infinite sandbox of blocks, redstone and survival — runs on nearly anything, and scales up endlessly with render distance, shaders and mods.
Can You Run Minecraft: Java Edition?
Pick your CPU, GPU, RAM and OS — we check each one against Minecraft: Java Edition’s official minimum and recommended requirements.
Your PC
You can run Minecraft: Java Edition — and then some
Your PC meets the recommended requirements. Expect a great experience.
| Component | Your PC | Minimum | Recommended |
|---|---|---|---|
| GPU | GeForce RTX 4060 | Intel HD Graphics 4000 / AMD Radeon R5 (OpenGL 4.5) | NVIDIA GeForce 700 Series / AMD Radeon Rx 200 Series (OpenGL 4.5) |
| CPU | Core i5-13400 | Intel Core i3-3210 / AMD A8-7600 APU | Intel Core i5-4690 / AMD A10-7800 APU |
| RAM | 16 GB | 4 GB | 8 GB |
| OS | Windows 11 | Windows 10 64-bit | Windows 11 64-bit |
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
Minecraft: Java Edition is a lightweight adventure game from 2011. On a mid-range GPU like the RTX 4060 it averages around 177 FPS at 1080p, while budget cards manage roughly 80 FPS and high-end hardware pushes about 300 FPS. It's light enough that many laptops and older PCs — even strong integrated graphics — can run it.
Budget GPU
GTX 1650 / RX 6500 XT
80 FPS
Playable
Mid-range GPU
RTX 4060 / RX 7600
177 FPS
Excellent
High-end GPU
RTX 4080 / RX 7900 XTX
300 FPS
Excellent
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Check My PC →Minecraft: Java Edition System Requirements
Minimum
OS: Windows 10 64-bit Processor: Intel Core i3-3210 / AMD A8-7600 APU Memory: 4 GB RAM Graphics: Intel HD Graphics 4000 / AMD Radeon R5 (OpenGL 4.5) Storage: 4 GB available space
Recommended
OS: Windows 11 64-bit Processor: Intel Core i5-4690 / AMD A10-7800 APU Memory: 8 GB RAM Graphics: NVIDIA GeForce 700 Series / AMD Radeon Rx 200 Series (OpenGL 4.5) Storage: 4 GB available space
Requirements sourced from the official Steam store listing.
Minecraft: Java Edition — FAQ
Can I run Minecraft: Java Edition?+
On a mid-range GPU like an RTX 4060 you can expect around 177 FPS at 1080p in Minecraft: Java Edition. Budget GPUs get about 80 FPS and high-end GPUs around 300 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 Minecraft: Java Edition?+
Minecraft: Java Edition needs at least a Intel Core i3-3210 / AMD A8-7600 APU processor, a Intel HD Graphics 4000 / AMD Radeon R5 (OpenGL 4.5) graphics card, 4GB of RAM, 4 GB available space of storage, running Windows 10 64-bit.
Can Minecraft: Java Edition run without a graphics card?+
Likely yes — Minecraft: Java Edition is light enough for modern integrated graphics (Intel Iris Xe, AMD Vega 8/780M class) at 1080p with reduced settings.
How much RAM does Minecraft: Java Edition need?+
Minecraft: Java Edition officially requires a minimum of 4GB of RAM, with 8GB recommended for smooth performance. 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.