Best Computers For Minecraft

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Minecraft is a universal game that is loved by people of all ages. Players are able to create complex worlds by gathering the resources and building.

You can make and upgrade your own weapons and if you’ve really got it in you, you may even slay the Minecraft Ender Dragon. 

Minecraft is available on multiple platforms, but PC is arguably one of the most popular.

If you want to play minecraft on the computer you need to make sure that your computer has the right specifications to make sure that the game runs nice and smoothly. If your computer isn’t up to the spec, the game won’t play well. 

Now, the best laptops and best computers for minecraft don’t necessarily have to be super powerful or expensive, but either way it’s a relatively costly purchase and so you are definitely going to want to check if it fits the spec.

The last thing you’d want to do is spend all that money and then not actually be able to play. 

Luckily for you, I have reviewed the 5 best computers for minecraft so that you don’t have to! 

Best Custom Pick: Omen 30L Gaming Desktop PC

Now while this is certainly one of my preferred minecraft computer picks, it is fairly expensive, so if you’re looking for a computer on a budget, I would consider one of my other options. However, if you are happy to spend the little extra, this is a great choice for you. 

What I love about this gaming PC is that there are loads of configurations to choose from to allow you to customize your PC so that it works best for you. There are up to five options when it comes to picking your choice of core intel.

We’ve gone for the Intel i9-10850K. From there you can pick your size, 25L or 30L, here we’ve gone for 30L opting for the bigger size. Then of course you’ve got your configuration, there are six options for this, but we have the Nvidia RTX 3080.

The operating system is Windows 10 Home, which is what minecraft recommends for optimal game play.

Intel’s 5.1 GHz  processor allows browsing and gaming to be super-fast while the GeForce RTX graphic card ensures you are delivered a 4k stunning quality performance.

It also has dual storage options that gives the computer the ultimate responsiveness that gamers need.

It has at least 32 GB of RAM, so multitasking has never been simpler. You also never need to worry about connective 在线+欧美+国产 as it is bluetooth usb, and wifi configured. 

Now this sleek and stylish computer will certainly run minecraft with a breeze, and if you are an avid gamer then I couldn’t recommend this enough.

It is even VR ready. Tempered glass and RGB lighting effects also make it the perfect addition to any gaming room. There’s not much this PC will struggle to run. 

That being said, this laptop comes at a price, because it has so many features.

In fact is far more features than is really necessary for the game, so if you are looking for a computer solely for that purpose, I would recommend giving some of the cheaper options a go, as you won’t need the plethora of features that this computer comes with. 

Pros

• Sleek and Stylish Design – Perfect for gaming rooms
• High Ram– 32GB
• Dual Storage – Best of both worlds, higher responsiveness and higher storage capacity. 
• VR Ready – Desktop is VR ready right out the box 

Cons

• Expensive

Also available at HP.com

Best Budget: ABS Master Gaming PC Tower Desktop 

If you’re after a PC that’s a little lower in price but still up there in quality, the ABS master might be the one for you. It comes in two styles so you can pick which one you prefer visually. 

But regardless of which color you may choose, the inside of your computer is ultimately more important and luckily for you this model is guaranteed to deliver. This PC still allows for a smooth performance with 2K gaming and 4K streaming.

While 2K gaming may not be quite as sleek as the computer reviewed above, it is still more than ample for minecraft and will still deliver a great gameplay experience. 

It comes with an Intel Core i7, 64 bit 8-Core Processor, Geforce RTX 3060 12 GB graphics, and a 16GB memory capacity, and has a LAN speed of 10/100/1000Mbps.

Now, it is true that you can find computers out there with better specifications, but on the other hand you can also find computers with much, much worse. 

For the price you pay for this computer you are certainly getting your money’s worth, and it will not struggle to keep up with minecraft, or many other games.

So if you are looking for a gaming computer that won’t cost the earth but will still play the games you want to a decent standard, this is the one for you. 

Pros

• Cheap – In budget while still having the right spec to play well. 
• Stylish – tempered glass and RGB lighting

Cons

• Smaller Ram – Although 16GB is still plenty for minecraft
• “No 4k Gaming – picture quality is not as impressive when it runs at a lower resolution 

Work Hard Play Hard: Dell XPS 8950 Desktop

If you’re looking for a versatile desktop that can shine as a work computer at day and gamer PC at night then Dell’s XPS is a perfect option.

Now don’t let this computer’s arguably plain and simple design fool you, what hides underneath is undeniably powerful. It’s designed without RGB lighting and tempered glass for those who want their PC’s to fit in with an office-style aesthetic. 

And as far as gaming computers go, this one isn’t relatively expensive either.It has a 12th Gen Intel Core i7 Processor and comes with 32GB of memory. It also has an Intel UDH 770 graphic. It also operates on Windows 11 Pro.

So it is safe to say that you’re definitely getting your money’s worth with this purchase. And if this isn’t enough, and you’ve got a little extra money to spare, what’s more is you have ample opportunity to upgrade this PC to something even stronger.

It has three tool-less backplane slots and room for up to four more storage devices. This means there is always a chance for your computer to grow. 

This computer, both in style and merit, can allow you to work optimally throughout the day and run games, just like minecraft with ease through the evening. 

Pros

• Inexpensive – For the features you get with this computer 
• Plenty of memory – 32GB
• High Ram – 128GB of RAM

Cons

• Bulky 

Best Compact Computer: MSI MPG Trident 3

This is a great option for those hoping to conserve a little space. Now, gaming PC’s are great, perfect machines for an ultimate interactive experience, the only drawback being that they do tend to be quite big and bulky.

If you are looking for a computer that has all the power without taking up considerable space the Trident 3 is a great choice. 

This PC unlike most others is a similar size to a console such as an xbox or playstation. It can be tucked away, tiddly and neatly.

It has an Intel Core  i7 processor, 16GB of memory, 64GB RAM, a CPU speed of 2.9GHz and a GeForce RTx 2060 graphic coprocessor. It also operates on Windows 10 Home. Not only this but it is also bluetooth, USB, and WiFi ready. 

This is fairly mid-ranged in price, but will have you playing minecraft in no time at all. The specs are up to date and will allow you to create your world with absolute ease. 

Pros 

• Small and compact – Perfect for those with less space. 
• High Ram – 64GB
• Fairly Current Processor – Core i7. 

Cons

• Graphics could be better

Best Overall: Alienware Aurora R14

As they often say, save the best till last. Now if you are looking for the ultimate gaming experience you don’t have to look any further than the Aurora 14. Its sleek and modern design will be the envy of any gamer-guest.

Of course, for the ultimate experience, you’ll be expected to pay for such advantages. This is the most expensive option of the five, but as i’ve mentioned it also,by quite a far margin, the best. 

It has an AMD Ryzen 9 5900 processor, 32GB of memory, and a massive 1 TB of hard disk size, so if minecraft isn’t the only game you’ll be playing, it can keep up easily. It also has 128 GB Ram and a DDR4 RAM memory 在线+欧美+国产.

So no matter what you want to get up to while gaming no world will ever be too big. You can seamlessly play and edit your favorite games (minecraft obviously being top choice) and never worry about running out of space or memory. 

Alienware’s Aurora R14 also has the latest 在线+欧美+国产 known as PCI-Express 4.0 which provides not only graphics, storage drives but also networking adaptors greater bandwidth so that absolutely every component of your desktop performs at its highest and most optimal level. 

Fed up of really noisy, loud running PCs? This comes with a new chassis based on the Legend Industrial Design that allows for liquid cooling and efficient airflow to reduce CPU temperatures at a whisper-quiet volume. 

This PC is a really high-tech well performing gaming PC which is definitely way more than you will actually need just to play minecraft, so it really depends on whos purchasing this computer.

If you’re looking for something for a young child to be able to play a few games on then it’s probably a little over qualified for the job, by all means you can run and play with this model but you may be spending for extras that you don’t really need.

A model of this level is for your more dedicated gamer/streamer. 

Pros

• Whisper-quiet – PC that won’t roar to life. 
• PCI-Express – Ensures optimal performance. 
• Massive Hard Disk Size – 1TB 

Cons

• Expensive 

Buyers Guide

Picking the right PC is a very important choice to make, after all computers aren’t cheap and you don’t want to be stuck with something that doesn’t suit your needs.

The last thing you’re going to want to do is spend over $1000 on an item for it to not actually run the games you or your child wants to play. 

And while it is a really vital choice, it is only made more difficult by the fact that then when you’re reading the descriptions there’s lots of words, and letters, and numbers, and it can be difficult to really know what all of that means.Which is good? What actually matters? 

In this buyer’s guide, I’ll go over what these different things actually mean and how much/what you need for them to run Minecraft on the computer. 

Operating system

You may see this as the full words ‘Operating System’ or it may be shortened down to ‘OS.’ So what is an operating system? It’s essentially the software or program that runs on a computer that manages a computer’s resources. 

If you want to play minecraft on your computer the minimum requirement for an operating system would be 64-bit Windows 7. Anything older than this system will absolutely not be able to run the game. 

Of course, computers are always being updated and upgraded. Windows 7 is the absolute oldest system that it can run on. But it can run much better and faster on newer version operating systems.

It is recommended that your operating system is at least 64-bit Windows 10 for a better game experience. 

Processor

The next thing you’ll need to take into account is your PC’s processor. The processor, which can also be known as the CPU, provides the instructions and processing power that the computer needs to do its work.

So the more powerful/updated your processor is, the faster your computer will complete its tasks. When you then take into account how fast reactions need to be for online gaming, you’ll see how important it is to make sure you have a powerful processor. 

For minecraft to run quickly and efficiently, as a minimum requirement you would need at least an Intel Core i3 3210 | AMD A8 7600 or equivalent.

However this is still relatively old and though you will be able to play, the game is unlikely to play smoothly and seamlessly. 

If you want that higher quality gameplay it is recommended that your computer has an Intel Core i5 4690 | AMD A10 7800 or equivalent. 

Graphic Cards

Graphic cards are known as a few different names, so if you hear any of the following, know that they are also different terms for graphic card: video card, display card, graphics adapter, VGA card, or display adapter.

It is basically an expansion card which generates a feed of output images to a display device (your computer screen.) Better graphics cards will give you, you guessed it, better graphics. This can make the gameplay more enjoyable. 

Your minimum requirement for a graphics to play minecraft is Intel’s HD Graphics 4000 or AMD Radeon R5 series | Nvidia GeForce 400 series.

The recommended graphics for best minecraft gameplay is Nvidia GeForce 700 series | AMD Radeon Rx 200 series.

Memory 

Memory on your computer is the electronic holding place for the instructions and data a computer needs to reach quickly. Basically it’s where all the information is kept for immediate use.

Memory is one of the most basic functions of your computer and without it, the PC can’t really function. So of course, the more games (and instructions) you want your computer to store, the more memory you will need. 

The minimum amount of computer memory you’ll need to play minecraft is 4GB. 

The recommended memory you’ll need is 8GB. 

But remember that this is just for the game itself. If you are wanting to do multiple things on your computer you will want more than exactly these amounts so you can still run other things too. 

Disk Space

Again, this can have a couple of different names: disk storage, storage capacity, or disk capacity. But essentially disk space is the maximum amount of data that the disk is capable of holding.

Obviously games such as minecraft hold a sizable amount of data and so you need to ensure that you have the storage space for it. 

The minimum disk space required is 180 MB to 1GB.

The recommended disk space is around 4GB with SSD

Frequently Asked Questions

Are Laptops Good For Minecraft? 

With today’s 在线+欧美+国产 there are certainly laptops that are as powerful as some of the computers I’ve reviewed today. As long as it fits the specifications you should be able to play minecraft on a laptop perfectly fine. 

Can I Play Minecraft On A Chromebook? 

Unfortunately not. Minecrafts system requirements are currently only compatible with Windows, Mac, and Linux operating systems. 

 Should I Get Minecraft Java Or Windows 10? 

If you don’t want to modify the game further, I would suggest using windows 10 as the java edition is more resource intensive. 

Final Thoughts

Minecraft is a great game where you can let your imagination run wild, and honestly you don’t need a top of the range computer to fire up and get playing this game.

Options on a budget will allow you to enjoy the game just fine, of course if you would like to pay the extra for better features such as faster running speed and better graphics, you can always upgrade to a slightly more expensive computer for a more deluxe gaming experience.