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Minecraft: Java Edition system requirements
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Minecraft: Java Edition needs at least Intel HD 4000 or AMD Radeon R5 and Core i3-3210 or AMD A8-7600, 4 GB of RAM. For 60 fps on High at 1080p, aim for a GeForce GTX 750 Ti or better.
Updated October 3, 2026
What it takes to run Minecraft: Java Edition
| Target | Graphics card | Processor | Memory |
|---|---|---|---|
| Minimum | Intel HD 4000 or AMD Radeon R5 | Core i3-3210 or AMD A8-7600 | 4 GB |
| Recommended | GeForce 700 series or AMD Radeon Rx 200 series | Core i5-4690 or AMD A10-7800 | 4 GB |
| 60 fps, 1080p High | GeForce GTX 750 Ti or better | Intel Pentium G4560 or better | 16 GB |
| 60 fps, 1440p High | GeForce GTX 1050 or better | Intel Pentium G4560 or better | 16 GB |
| 60 fps, 4K High | Radeon RX 480 or better | Intel Pentium G4560 or better | 16 GB |
The first two rows are the publisher's numbers. The rows below are our own estimates from the scoring model.
How to get the best frame rate in Minecraft: Java Edition
The publisher's minimum for Minecraft: Java Edition is Intel HD 4000 or AMD Radeon R5 with Core i3-3210 or AMD A8-7600, and the recommended hardware is GeForce 700 series or AMD Radeon Rx 200 series. We treat the recommended hardware as the setup that holds about 60 fps at 1080p on High.
In our estimates a GeForce GTX 750 Ti is about the weakest card that holds 60 fps on High at 1080p, a GeForce GTX 1050 does the same at 1440p, and a Radeon RX 480 at 4K. Cards below that can still play the game, at Medium or Low.
This type of game is usually light on the graphics card but can be heavy on memory or the processor once a world gets big. If it slows down over a long session, close other programs and check how much RAM is free.
Best graphics card for Minecraft: Java Edition
Estimated fps at 1080p on High by graphics card, and the best 60 fps preset at each resolution.
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| Graphics card | 1080p | 1440p | 4K |
|---|---|---|---|
| GeForce RTX 5090 | Ultra 300+ fps | Ultra 300+ fps | Ultra 300+ fps |
| GeForce RTX 5070 | Ultra 300+ fps | Ultra 300+ fps | Ultra 229 fps |
| GeForce RTX 4090 | Ultra 300+ fps | Ultra 300+ fps | Ultra 300+ fps |
| GeForce RTX 4070 Super | Ultra 300+ fps | Ultra 300+ fps | Ultra 233 fps |
| GeForce RTX 4060 | Ultra 300+ fps | Ultra 247 fps | Ultra 137 fps |
| GeForce RTX 3080 | Ultra 300+ fps | Ultra 300+ fps | Ultra 225 fps |
| GeForce RTX 3060 | Ultra 281 fps | Ultra 202 fps | Ultra 112 fps |
| GeForce RTX 3050 | Ultra 206 fps | Ultra 148 fps | Ultra 82 fps |
| GeForce RTX 2060 | Ultra 217 fps | Ultra 156 fps | Ultra 87 fps |
| GeForce GTX 1660 Super | Ultra 162 fps | Ultra 116 fps | Ultra 65 fps |
| GeForce GTX 1650 | Ultra 104 fps | Ultra 75 fps | Medium 81 fps |
| GeForce GTX 1060 6GB | Ultra 122 fps | Ultra 88 fps | High 68 fps |
| Radeon RX 9070 XT | Ultra 300+ fps | Ultra 300+ fps | Ultra 283 fps |
| Radeon RX 7800 XT | Ultra 300+ fps | Ultra 300+ fps | Ultra 217 fps |
| Radeon RX 6600 | Ultra 260 fps | Ultra 187 fps | Ultra 104 fps |
| Radeon RX 580 | Ultra 116 fps | Ultra 84 fps | High 65 fps |
| Arc B580 | Ultra 300+ fps | Ultra 269 fps | Ultra 150 fps |
The highest quality preset that still holds 60 fps. Estimates with a processor that does not limit the card.
Memory and processor
Memory
Minimum 4 GB, recommended 4 GB. 16 GB is the comfortable amount for current games.
Processor
A processor like the Intel Pentium G4560 meets the recommended CPU level. For many fps in fast games, a quick CPU matters as much as the graphics card. Check your pairing.
Questions about Minecraft: Java Edition
What are the minimum system requirements for Minecraft: Java Edition?
Minimum: Core i3-3210 or AMD A8-7600, Intel HD 4000 or AMD Radeon R5, 4 GB of memory.
What are the recommended system requirements for Minecraft: Java Edition?
Recommended: Core i5-4690 or AMD A10-7800, GeForce 700 series or AMD Radeon Rx 200 series, 4 GB of memory.
What graphics card do I need to run Minecraft: Java Edition at 60 fps?
In our estimate a GeForce GTX 750 Ti is about the weakest card that holds 60 fps on High at 1080p, and a GeForce GTX 1050 for 1440p.
How much RAM does Minecraft: Java Edition need?
The minimum is 4 GB and the recommendation is 4 GB. With less than the minimum the game may not start or will stutter badly.
How much storage does Minecraft: Java Edition need?
The publisher does not state an install size.
Can an RTX 3060 run Minecraft: Java Edition?
Our estimate for the GeForce RTX 3060 is about 300+ fps on High at 1080p. Verdict: Yes, runs great.
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