Can I Run Minecraft: Java Edition?
Wondering if your PC can run Minecraft: Java Edition? Released in 2009, it is a lightweight title for modern gaming PCs. Below you can detect your graphics card in the browser and get an exact FPS estimate at 1080p, 1440p and 4K, see how popular GPUs perform, and check the official minimum and recommended system requirements — all without downloading anything.
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Expected FPS by graphics card
High preset · average FPS · your benchmark may vary by CPU and settings.
| Graphics card | 1080p | 1440p | 4K |
|---|---|---|---|
| GTX 1060 6GB | 166 fps | 120 fps | 80 fps |
| RTX 3060 | 226 fps | 163 fps | 108 fps |
| RTX 4060 | 226 fps | 163 fps | 108 fps |
| RX 6700 XT | 241 fps | 174 fps | 116 fps |
| RTX 4070 | 298 fps | 215 fps | 143 fps |
| RTX 4090 | 360 fps | 288 fps | 192 fps |
System requirements
Minimum
- OS
- Windows 10 (64-bit)
- CPU
- Intel Core i3-3210 / AMD A8-7600
- GPU
- Intel HD Graphics 4000 / AMD Radeon R5
- RAM
- 4 GB RAM
- DirectX
- Version 11
- Storage
- 1 GB available space
Recommended
- OS
- Windows 10 / 11 (64-bit)
- CPU
- Intel Core i5-4690 / AMD A10-7800
- GPU
- GeForce 700 series / Radeon Rx 200 series
- RAM
- 8 GB RAM
- DirectX
- Version 11
- Storage
- 4 GB SSD
Minecraft: Java Edition — frequently asked questions
Can I run Minecraft: Java Edition on my PC?
Minecraft: Java Edition is a lightweight game. The fastest way to know is to run the instant in-browser check above — it detects your graphics card and shows your estimated FPS in seconds. You can also compare your GPU against the table below.
What FPS will I get in Minecraft: Java Edition at 1080p?
On a mainstream RTX 3060 you can expect around 226 FPS in Minecraft: Java Edition at 1080p on high settings. Faster cards push well above 60 FPS; check the full table for your exact GPU.
Can a budget or older GPU run Minecraft: Java Edition?
An entry-level GTX 1060 6GB gets roughly 166 FPS in Minecraft: Java Edition at 1080p. Lowering the preset to medium or low improves that further — run the benchmark above for a precise read on your own hardware.
Is the Minecraft: Java Edition FPS estimate accurate?
Our estimates come from real benchmark data across reference GPUs, interpolated for your card — typically within about 15%. Measured data points are labelled as such, and you can run the in-browser benchmark for a result tuned to your exact PC.
