Laptops to Run Minecraft on a Budget.
Release Date | 2011-11-18 |
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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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Pricing History
Judging by recent records, you can expect to pay around C$25 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 Laptops 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)
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 15.6" 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
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- 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 Flex 5 13-in Touchscreen Chromebook (82B80012CF)
This versatile Chromebook can serve both as a netbook or tablet, and it could be a great fit if you're looking to remain connected, and maybe even pro
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- Multitasker
- Casual Worker
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Operating System
Android, Chrome OS
Screen
13", 1920×1080(FHD, 1080p, 2.1MP), IPS Display (incl. PLS, AHVA, etc.), Multiple Monitor Support, Touch Screen
CPU
Intel Celeron 5205U
GPU
Intel UHD Graphics
Memory
4 GB
Storage
64 GB total, Media Card Reader, eMMC Storage (slow)
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Acer Chromebook 311 (CB311-9H-C29L)
Chromebooks excel as easy-to-carry travel companions for those of us who need to remain connected on the go, and this model is no exception. A USB-C d
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- Multitasker
- Casual Worker
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Operating System
Linux, Android, Chrome OS
Screen
12", 1920×1080(FHD, 1080p, 2.1MP), IPS Display (incl. PLS, AHVA, etc.), Multiple Monitor Support
CPU
Intel Celeron N4000
GPU
Intel UHD Graphics 600
Memory
4 GB
Storage
32 GB total, Media Card Reader
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HP x360 14-inch Touchscreen 2-in-1 Chromebook (14C-CA0030CA)
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- Multitasker
- Casual Worker
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Operating System
Android, Chrome OS
Screen
14", 1920×1080(FHD, 1080p, 2.1MP), IPS Display (incl. PLS, AHVA, etc.), Multiple Monitor Support, Touch Screen
CPU
Intel Core i3-10110U
GPU
Intel UHD Graphics
Memory
8 GB
Storage
128 GB total, Media Card Reader, eMMC Storage (slow)
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HP 15-inch Laptop (15-dw3088ca)
Despite its humble price tag, this laptop makes a compelling option to handle homework and other everyday tasks.
Thanks to detailed documentation,
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Who it's For
- Aspiring Creative
- Photo Editor
- Multitasker
- Productivity-Focused User
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Operating System
Windows 11, Home Edition
Screen
15", 1920×1080(FHD, 1080p, 2.1MP), IPS Display (incl. PLS, AHVA, etc.), Multiple Monitor Support
CPU
Intel Core i3-1115G4
GPU
Intel UHD Graphics
Memory
8 GB
Storage
512 GB total, Media Card Reader, Solid State (very fast)