Minecraft

Official Site

Release Date	2011-11-18
Developer	Mojang
Publisher	Mojang, Microsoft Studios
Engine	Custom

Minecraft is a sandbox video game originally created by Swedish programmer Markus "Notch" Persson and later developed and published by Mojang. The creative and building aspects of Minecraft enable players to build constructions out of textured cubes in a 3D procedurally generated world. Other activities in the game include exploration, resource gathering, crafting, and combat. Multiple gameplay modes are available, including survival mode where the player must acquire resources to build the world and maintain health, a creative mode where players have unlimited resources to build with and the ability to fly, an adventure mode where players play custom maps created by other players, and a spectator mode where players can fly around and clip through blocks, but cannot place or destroy any. The PC version of the game is renowned for its third-party mods, which add various new items, characters, worlds, and quests to the game.

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Genre

Action, Adventure, Building, Sandbox, Survival

Characteristics

1st Person, Breeding, Building, Co-Op, Crafting, Destructible Environment, Fantasy Setting, Farming, Moddable, Online Multiplayer, Open World, Procedurally-Generated, PvE, PvP, Retro, Stylized, Voxel

Can be bought from

• Microsoft
• Official Website
• Playstation.com
• Nintendo
• Microsoft

Specs for Minimal levels of performance in Minecraft

Most software developers publish system requirements, but they can be difficult to interpret; they use technical jargon or sometimes refer to components which are no longer on the market.

Here are common specs for pre-built machines capable of handling Minecraft.

Sadly, there are also no predefined standards for performance; some developers have very high standards while others can be a bit optimistic so your mileage may vary.

Ready-to-Order Systems Meeting these Specs prices range from $185.00 to $867.00, accessories included.

The following Systems meet the minimal system requirements set by Minecraft's developers. So it should run the game, but you might need to lower visual quality for an enjoyable experience.

Each product below was checked recently for rebates and availability from retailers located in Canada or which at least makes importing easy.

• 

  Samsung Galaxy Tab A 10.1 from $2507%, Best price yet!
  ~$358 with accessories

  A good android tablet if you're not looking for something especially powerful, but want a big screen and good battery autonomy.

  • the Media Consumer

  Device Ratings

  by Tablets standards

  Bang for the Buck	4/5
  Versatility for the Price	4/5
  Power	1.5/5
  Storage	0.5/5
  Portability	3.5/5
  Autonomy	4/5

  by All Smart Devices standards

  Bang for the Buck	3/5
  Versatility for the Price	3.5/5
  Power	1/5
  Storage	0.5/5
  Portability	4/5
  Autonomy	4.5/5

  by Large Tablets standards

  Bang for the Buck	4/5
  Versatility for the Price	4/5
  Power	1/5
  Storage	0.5/5
  Portability	4/5
  Autonomy	4/5

  performance in Minecraft

  1/5

  Meets minimal requirements

  Specs

  Processor: Samsung Exynos 7870

  Graphics: Samsung Mali T830

  Memory: 2.00 GB

  Storage: 16.00 GB

  Screen Size: 10.1"

  Screen Resolution: 1920×1200

  Dimensions: 25.40 x 15.53 x 0.82 cm

  Weight: 0.53 kg

  detailed info

  from $249.99

  • C$249.99 from Best Buy (New)
    as of 2018-12-15 06:27:07, EST
  • C$249.99 from London Drugs (New)
    as of 2018-12-15 12:17:59, EST
  • C$249.99 from The Source (New)
    as of 2018-12-15 12:18:58, EST
  • C$249.99 from Amazon (New)
    as of 2018-12-15 09:35:49, EST
  • C$249.99 from Staples (New)
    as of 2018-12-15 12:17:42, EST
  • C$249.99 from Walmart (New)
    as of 2018-12-15 04:26:44, EST
  • C$249.99 from Samsung (New)
    as of 2018-12-15 12:19:45, EST
  • C$269.64 from Mike's Computer Shop (New)
    as of 2018-12-15 12:20:13, EST
  • C$272.99 from Tiger Direct (New)
    as of 2018-12-15 13:29:35, EST
  • C$316.89 from Newegg (New)
    as of 2018-12-15 06:16:18, EST
  • C$337.99 from eBay (New)
    as of 2018-12-15 12:19:31, EST

  pricing accuracy

  Pricing Accuracy

  Product prices and availability are accurate as of the date/time indicated and are subject to change. Any price and availability information displayed on the retailer's site at the time of purchase will apply to the purchase of this product. ×
• 

  Acer 11" Chromebook from $2308% cheaper than usual
  ~$366 with accessories

  Designed to access the web simply and securely, it's an excellent fit as someone's 1st laptop or if your needs away from your desk are basic... Read More about the CB3-132-C6ZD

  • the Casual Nomad
  • the Media Consumer

  Device Ratings

  by Laptops standards

  Bang for the Buck	1.5/5
  Versatility for the Price	4.5/5
  Power	0.5/5
  Storage	0.5/5
  Portability	4.5/5
  Autonomy	4/5

  by Netbooks standards

  Bang for the Buck	4/5
  Versatility for the Price	5/5
  Power	3.5/5
  Storage	1.5/5
  Portability	4/5
  Autonomy	2.5/5

  by All Smart Devices standards

  Bang for the Buck	2/5
  Versatility for the Price	4.5/5
  Power	0.5/5
  Storage	0.5/5
  Portability	3.5/5
  Autonomy	3/5

  performance in Minecraft

  3/5

  Meets recommended specs

  Specs

  Processor: Intel Celeron N3060

  Graphics: Intel HD Graphics

  Memory: 4.00 GB

  Storage: 16.00 GB

  Screen Size: 11.6"

  Screen Resolution: 1366×768

  Dimensions: 29.40 x 20.40 x 1.85 cm

  Weight: 1.10 kg

  detailed info

  from $229.99

  • C$229.99 from The Source (New)
    as of 2018-12-15 04:34:38, EST
  • C$263.94 from Amazon (New)
    as of 2018-12-15 05:32:15, EST
  • C$278.99 from Costco (New)
    as of 2018-12-13 18:53:00, EST
  • C$279.99 from Staples (New)
    as of 2018-12-14 06:43:27, EST
  • C$279.99 from Acer (New)
    as of 2018-12-15 13:14:08, EST
  • C$320.08 from Newegg (New)
    as of 2018-12-15 06:20:03, EST

  pricing accuracy

  Pricing Accuracy

  Product prices and availability are accurate as of the date/time indicated and are subject to change. Any price and availability information displayed on the retailer's site at the time of purchase will apply to the purchase of this product. ×
• 

  Acer 15" Chromebook from $2903%, Best price yet!
  ~$380 with accessories

  Chromebooks are well-suited to access the web simply and securely, it's an excellent fit as someone's 1st laptop, travel companion or if your needs away from yo... Read More about the CB3-532-C8QW

  • the Casual Nomad
  • the Media Consumer

  Device Ratings

  by Laptops standards

  Bang for the Buck	1.5/5
  Versatility for the Price	4.5/5
  Power	0.5/5
  Storage	0.5/5
  Portability	2/5
  Autonomy	4.5/5

  by Netbooks standards

  Bang for the Buck	3.5/5
  Versatility for the Price	4/5
  Power	3.5/5
  Storage	3/5
  Portability	1/5
  Autonomy	4/5

  by All Smart Devices standards

  Bang for the Buck	2/5
  Versatility for the Price	4.5/5
  Power	0.5/5
  Storage	1/5
  Portability	2/5
  Autonomy	4/5

  performance in Minecraft

  3/5

  Meets recommended specs

  Specs

  Processor: Intel Celeron N3060

  Graphics: Intel HD Graphics

  Memory: 4.00 GB

  Storage: 32.00 GB

  Screen Size: 15.6"

  Screen Resolution: 1366×768

  Dimensions: 38.30 x 25.60 x 2.41 cm

  Weight: 1.95 kg

  detailed info

  C$289.99 from Staples (New) as of 2018-12-15 06:03:12, EST

  pricing accuracy

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  Product prices and availability are accurate as of the date/time indicated and are subject to change. Any price and availability information displayed on the Staples site at the time of purchase will apply to the purchase of this product. ×
• 

  Amazon Fire HD 10 Tablet from $200;
  ~$290 with accessories

  Here's an affordable tablet which doesn't compromise on software updates and long-term security. It's not the perfect product, but it's a great option as a port... Read More about the B07G3WWRQQ

  • the Media Consumer

  Device Ratings

  by Tablets standards

  Bang for the Buck	2/5
  Versatility for the Price	4.5/5
  Power	1/5
  Storage	1.5/5
  Portability	3.5/5
  Autonomy	2.5/5

  by All Smart Devices standards

  Bang for the Buck	1.5/5
  Versatility for the Price	4.5/5
  Power	0/5
  Storage	1/5
  Portability	4/5
  Autonomy	3/5

  by Large Tablets standards

  Bang for the Buck	1.5/5
  Versatility for the Price	4.5/5
  Power	0.5/5
  Storage	1.5/5
  Portability	4/5
  Autonomy	2.5/5

  performance in Minecraft

  1/5

  Meets minimal requirements

  Specs

  Processor: ARM Mediatek MT8173

  Graphics: ARM PowerVR GX6250

  Memory: 2.00 GB

  Storage: 32.00 GB

  Screen Size: 10.1"

  Screen Resolution: 1920×1200

  Dimensions: 26.20 x 15.90 x 0.98 cm

  Weight: 0.50 kg

  detailed info

  C$199.99 from Amazon (New) as of 2018-12-15 05:33:55, EST

  pricing accuracy

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  Product prices and availability are accurate as of the date/time indicated and are subject to change. Any price and availability information displayed on the Amazon site at the time of purchase will apply to the purchase of this product. ×
• 

  Amazon Fire HD 8 from $80;
  ~$185 with accessories

  A compelling option if you're looking for a no-frills tablet to play video, music and even some games... Read More about the B0794PD8NS

  • the Media Consumer

  Device Ratings

  by Tablets standards

  Bang for the Buck	2/5
  Versatility for the Price	5/5
  Power	0.5/5
  Storage	0.5/5
  Portability	4.5/5
  Autonomy	4/5

  by All Smart Devices standards

  Bang for the Buck	1.5/5
  Versatility for the Price	5/5
  Power	0/5
  Storage	0.5/5
  Portability	4.5/5
  Autonomy	4.5/5

  by Small Tablets standards

  Bang for the Buck	4.5/5
  Versatility for the Price	5/5
  Power	2/5
  Storage	2/5
  Portability	1.5/5
  Autonomy	4.5/5

  performance in Minecraft

  1/5

  Meets minimal requirements

  Specs

  Processor: ARM MT8163

  Graphics: ARM Mali T730MP3

  Memory: 1.50 GB

  Storage: 16.00 GB

  Screen Size: 8"

  Screen Resolution: 1280×800

  Dimensions: 21.40 x 12.80 x 0.97 cm

  Weight: 0.37 kg

  detailed info

  from $79.99

  • C$79.99 from Amazon (New)
    as of 2018-12-15 03:26:21, EST
  • C$109.99 from Best Buy (New)
    as of 2018-12-15 06:40:00, EST

  pricing accuracy

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  Product prices and availability are accurate as of the date/time indicated and are subject to change. Any price and availability information displayed on the retailer's site at the time of purchase will apply to the purchase of this product. ×
• 

  Samsung Galaxy Tab A 8.0 (2017) from $200;
  ~$290 with accessories

  This might not be the strongest tablet around, but with full access to the Google Play Store, it's a versatile tablet for the price and a good pick as a portabl... Read More about the T380

  • the Media Consumer

  Device Ratings

  by Tablets standards

  Bang for the Buck	1.5/5
  Versatility for the Price	4.5/5
  Power	0.5/5
  Storage	1.5/5
  Portability	4.5/5
  Autonomy	5/5

  by All Smart Devices standards

  Bang for the Buck	1/5
  Versatility for the Price	4.5/5
  Power	0/5
  Storage	1/5
  Portability	4.5/5
  Autonomy	5/5

  by Small Tablets standards

  Bang for the Buck	3.5/5
  Versatility for the Price	2/5
  Power	3/5
  Storage	4.5/5
  Portability	2/5
  Autonomy	5/5

  performance in Minecraft

  2.5/5

  More than the bare minimum but not quite recommended specs.

  Specs

  Processor: Qualcom Snapdragon 425

  Graphics: Qualcom Adreno 308

  Memory: 2.00 GB

  Storage: 32.00 GB

  Screen Size: 8"

  Screen Resolution: 800×1280

  Dimensions: 21.21 x 12.41 x 0.89 cm

  Weight: 0.36 kg

  detailed info

  from $199.99

  • C$199.99 from Staples (New)
    as of 2018-12-14 06:29:30, EST
  • C$199.99 from Samsung (New)
    as of 2018-12-13 18:14:32, EST
  • C$199.99 from The Source (New)
    as of 2018-12-15 04:25:59, EST

  pricing accuracy

  Pricing Accuracy

  Product prices and availability are accurate as of the date/time indicated and are subject to change. Any price and availability information displayed on the retailer's site at the time of purchase will apply to the purchase of this product. ×
• 

  Samsung Galaxy Tab A 7.0 from $13020% cheaper than usual
  ~$221 with accessories

  A good mid-range option if you're looking for an android-based tablet but don't need anything fancy... Read More about the SM-T280NZWAXAC

  • the Media Consumer

  Device Ratings

  by Tablets standards

  Bang for the Buck	1/5
  Versatility for the Price	5/5
  Power	0/5
  Storage	0/5
  Portability	5/5
  Autonomy	3.5/5

  by All Smart Devices standards

  Bang for the Buck	1/5
  Versatility for the Price	5/5
  Power	0/5
  Storage	0/5
  Portability	4.5/5
  Autonomy	4/5

  by Small Tablets standards

  Bang for the Buck	2/5
  Versatility for the Price	4.5/5
  Power	1.5/5
  Storage	0.5/5
  Portability	4.5/5
  Autonomy	3/5

  performance in Minecraft

  1/5

  Meets minimal requirements

  Specs

  Processor: Qualcom Snapdragon 410

  Graphics: Qualcom Adreno 306

  Memory: 1.50 GB

  Storage: 8.00 GB

  Screen Size: 7"

  Screen Resolution: 1280×800

  Dimensions: 18.69 x 10.88 x 0.87 cm

  Weight: 0.28 kg

  detailed info

  from $129

  • C$129 from Visions Electronics (New)
    as of 2018-12-15 12:12:50, EST
  • C$129.99 from Newegg (New)
    as of 2018-12-15 12:14:04, EST
  • C$129.99 from London Drugs (New)
    as of 2018-12-15 12:16:15, EST
  • C$129.99 from Staples (New)
    as of 2018-12-15 12:16:43, EST
  • C$129.99 from The Source (New)
    as of 2018-12-15 05:35:36, EST
  • C$129.99 from Samsung (New)
    as of 2018-12-15 12:17:03, EST
  • C$129.99 from Walmart (New)
    as of 2018-12-15 04:29:34, EST
  • C$129.99 from Best Buy (New)
    as of 2018-12-15 06:46:09, EST
  • C$129.99 from Amazon (New)
    as of 2018-12-15 14:06:21, EST
  • C$140.99 from Tiger Direct (New)
    as of 2018-12-15 13:30:07, EST

  pricing accuracy

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  Product prices and availability are accurate as of the date/time indicated and are subject to change. Any price and availability information displayed on the retailer's site at the time of purchase will apply to the purchase of this product. ×
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  LG G6 from $26021%, Best price yet!
  ~$867 with accessories

  Featuring a larger screen while also being easy to use one-handed, the G6 is a solid pick for the mobile photographer with well-tuned dual lens camera... Read More about the H873

  • the Mobile Photographer
  • the Mobile Gamer
  • the Media Consumer

  Device Ratings

  by Smartphones standards

  Bang for the Buck	2/5
  Versatility for the Price	3.5/5
  Power	0.5/5
  Storage	1/5
  Portability	4.5/5
  Autonomy	0.5/5

  by All Smart Devices standards

  Bang for the Buck	0.5/5
  Versatility for the Price	2/5
  Power	0.5/5
  Storage	1/5
  Portability	5/5
  Autonomy	3/5

  by One-Handed Smartphones standards

  Bang for the Buck	2/5
  Versatility for the Price	3.5/5
  Power	1.5/5
  Storage	1.5/5
  Portability	3.5/5
  Autonomy	0.5/5

  performance in Minecraft

  3/5

  Meets recommended specs

  Specs

  Processor: Qualcom Snapdragon 821

  Graphics: Qualcom Adreno 530

  Memory: 4.00 GB

  Storage: 32.00 GB

  Screen Size: 5.7"

  Screen Resolution: 1440×2880

  Dimensions: 14.89 x 7.19 x 0.79 cm

  Weight: 0.16 kg

  detailed info

  from $259.99

  • C$259.99 from eBay (Refurbished)
    as of 2018-12-15 13:31:06, EST
  • C$880 from Telus (New)
    as of 2018-12-14 10:16:33, EST
  • C$880 from Koodo (New)
    as of 2018-12-14 10:17:06, EST
  • C$899.99 from Sasktel (New)
    as of 2018-12-15 04:09:42, EST
  • C$949.95 from Videotron (New)
    as of 2018-12-14 10:17:59, EST
  • C$999.99 from Bell (New)
    as of 2018-12-15 04:11:44, EST

  pricing accuracy

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• 

  Asus 12" Ruggedized and Water Resistant Design Chromebook from $290;
  ~$376 with accessories

  Built to stand to abuse, this Chromebook is well suited to children and anyone needing simple mobile computing on their adventure, even when they get messy.

  • the Casual Nomad
  • the Media Consumer

  Device Ratings

  by Laptops standards

  Bang for the Buck	0.5/5
  Versatility for the Price	4.5/5
  Power	0.5/5
  Storage	0.5/5
  Portability	3.5/5
  Autonomy	4/5

  by Netbooks standards

  Bang for the Buck	1.5/5
  Versatility for the Price	4/5
  Power	1.5/5
  Storage	1.5/5
  Portability	2/5
  Autonomy	3/5

  by All Smart Devices standards

  Bang for the Buck	0.5/5
  Versatility for the Price	4.5/5
  Power	0.5/5
  Storage	0.5/5
  Portability	3/5
  Autonomy	3.5/5

  performance in Minecraft

  3/5

  Meets recommended specs

  Specs

  Processor: Intel Celeron N3060

  Graphics: Intel HD Graphics

  Memory: 4.00 GB

  Storage: 16.00 GB

  Screen Size: 11.6"

  Screen Resolution: 1366×768

  Dimensions: 29.46 x 20.07 x 2.29 cm

  Weight: 1.00 kg

  detailed info

  C$285.44 from Amazon (New) as of 2018-12-15 05:14:59, EST

  pricing accuracy

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Looking for a different performance level?

The systems above meet Minecraft's minimum requirements. It might run a little slow in some areas, and you might need to disable or lower some options for an enjoyable experience.

You can look for something with more oomph by picking another performance level below: