Systems to Run Minecraft on a Budget.
| Release Date | 2011-11-18 |
|---|---|
| Developer | Mojang |
| Publisher | Mojang, Microsoft Studios |
| Engine | Custom |
| Pricing Model | Fee-To-Play |
| Platforms | Android, Android (Amazon App Store), Linux, Mac OS X, Nintendo Switch, Playstation 4, Playstation 5, Windows, Xbox One, Xbox Series X | S, iOS |
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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Judging by recent records, you can expect to pay around C$10 for Minecraft on a regular day, but here's how its price evolved during the last few months:
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Computer Specs to Look For
If you're conducting your own search, the following specs are the most common in mass-produced PCs capable of running Minecraft at a basic level:
Compatible Ready-Made Systems
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.
Matches are sorted by price, so if what you see doesn't match your expectations and you can afford to pay more, feel free to move on to the next page.
Lenovo 14-inch IdeaPad 3 Chromebook (82KN0002CF)
ranked #3 among Laptops priced under $500
Even by Chromebook standards, this netbook is a bit humble, but it's a cost-efficient solution for everyday needs.
A few characteristics could impe
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Who it's For
- Casual Worker
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Operating System
Linux, Android, Chrome OS
Screen
14", 1366×768(1366 × 768, 1MP), Multiple Monitor Support
CPU
MediaTek MT8183
GPU
ARM Mali-G72
Memory
4 GB
Storage
32 GB total, Media Card Reader, eMMC Storage (slow)
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Asus C523NA 15-inch Chromebook (C523NA-BB02-CB)
ranked #5 among Laptops priced under $500
With an unusually large screen for a Chromebook, this model trades some of its portability to give the user additional room to work. If you find readi
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Who it's For
- Casual Worker
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Operating System
Android, Chrome OS
Screen
15", 1366×768(1366 × 768, 1MP), Multiple Monitor Support
CPU
Intel Celeron N3350
GPU
Intel HD Graphics 505
Memory
4 GB
Storage
64 GB total, Media Card Reader, eMMC Storage (slow)
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Lenovo IdeaPad 1 14-inch Netbook (82GW0047CF)
ranked #6 among Laptops priced under $500
Built for price-effectiveness above all, this laptop might still be worth a look if you're happy with products from the Microsoft store. It's not a po
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| Minecraft |
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Who it's For
- Casual Worker
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Operating System
Windows 10, S Edition
Screen
14", 1366×768(1366 × 768, 1MP), Multiple Monitor Support
CPU
AMD 3020e
GPU
AMD Radeon Vega 3 Graphics
Memory
4 GB
Storage
64 GB total, Media Card Reader, eMMC Storage (slow)
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HP 14-inch Laptop (14-fq0008ca)
ranked #7 among Laptops priced under $500
This laptop is as modest as it gets, but if you need more versatility than a Chromebook can offer, this could be worth a look.
Luckily, this laptop
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Who it's For
- Casual Worker
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Operating System
Windows 10, S Edition
Screen
14", 1366×768(1366 × 768, 1MP), Multiple Monitor Support
CPU
AMD 3020e
GPU
AMD Radeon Vega 3 Graphics
Memory
4 GB
Storage
64 GB total, Media Card Reader, eMMC Storage (slow)
Pricing
Lenovo IdeaPad Duet 10.1" Touchscreen 2-in-1 Chromebook (ZA6F0008CA)
This affordable tablet has a lot to offer, with a full-featured web browser, access to the Android App Store. Thanks to the bundled cover, it's also s
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| Minecraft |
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Who it's For
- Multitasker
- Casual Worker
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Operating System
Android, Chrome OS
Screen
10", 1920×1200(1920 × 1200, 2.3MP), IPS Display (incl. PLS, AHVA, etc.), Touch Screen
CPU
MediaTek Helio P60T
GPU
ARM Mali-G72
Memory
4 GB
Storage
128 GB total, eMMC Storage (slow)
Pricing
Asus C523NA 15.6" Chromebook (C523NA-BS01-CB)
With an unusually large screen for a Chromebook, this model could be of interest if you care less about portability than having space to work. This co
Performance in selected Apps
| Minecraft |
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Who it's For
- Casual Worker
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| Versatility | |
| Power | |
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| Portability | |
| Battery Autonomy |
Specs
Operating System
Android, Chrome OS
Screen
15", 1366×768(1366 × 768, 1MP), Multiple Monitor Support
CPU
Intel Celeron N3350
GPU
Intel HD Graphics 505
Memory
4 GB
Storage
64 GB total, Media Card Reader, eMMC Storage (slow)