Minecraft: Java Edition

The Intel Core i5-13400F paired with the NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1660 SUPER delivers a highly capable Minecraft: Java Edition experience across all tested resolutions. At 1080p and 1440p, this combo clears the 60 FPS threshold at every preset, including Ultra. At 4K, the system remains playable at High, Medium, and Low settings, with only the Ultra preset falling below the 60 FPS line. The data indicates this is a strong pairing for the game, with the primary limitation appearing only at maximum settings in 4K.

Best Settings per Resolution

At 1920x1080, the most demanding preset that stays at or above 60 FPS is Ultra, which achieves an average of 117.5 FPS. This is the highest quality setting available, and the system handles it with considerable headroom above the playability threshold.

At 2560x1440, the best settings are also Ultra, with an average of 73.2 FPS. While this is lower than the 1080p result, it still provides a comfortable margin above 60 FPS, making the maximum visual quality viable at this resolution.

At 3840x2160, the situation changes. The most demanding preset that maintains at least 60 FPS is High, which produces an average of 64.9 FPS. This is a narrow margin, leaving little room for fluctuations. Medium runs at 77.6 FPS and Low at 100.8 FPS, but High is the highest quality option that remains playable. The Ultra preset at 4K drops to 36.4 FPS, which fails to meet the 60 FPS standard.

CPU and GPU Roles

The scaling of frame rates across resolutions reveals how the workload shifts between the CPU and GPU. At 1920x1080, the system delivers 301.3 FPS on Low, 235.4 FPS on Medium, 185.7 FPS on High, and 117.5 FPS on Ultra. This wide spread indicates that at lower resolutions, the GPU has ample capacity, and the frame rate is heavily influenced by the settings' demands on the graphics card.

When moving to 2560x1440, the frame rates decrease across all presets: Low drops to 189.4 FPS, Medium to 149.4 FPS, High to 118.6 FPS, and Ultra to 73.2 FPS. The reductions are roughly proportional, suggesting that the GPU is becoming a more significant factor as pixel count rises, but the CPU still has enough headroom to feed the graphics card effectively.

At 3840x2160, the GPU becomes the dominant constraint. Low settings yield 100.8 FPS, Medium 77.6 FPS, High 64.9 FPS, and Ultra falls to 36.4 FPS. The sharp decline from High to Ultra, a drop of 28.5 FPS, demonstrates that the GTX 1660 SUPER is the limiting component at this resolution, especially under the most demanding preset. The CPU, with its 10 cores and 16 threads, is sufficient to maintain high frame rates when the GPU is not the bottleneck.

The data shows that at 1080p and 1440p, the system is balanced, with the GPU handling the increased load from higher settings. At 4K, the GPU is clearly the limiting factor, as evidenced by the dramatic falloff at Ultra settings.

Measured FPS Breakdown

At 1920x1080, the recorded data shows a full range of playable results. Low settings produce an average of 301.3 FPS, Medium 235.4 FPS, High 185.7 FPS, and Ultra 117.5 FPS. All presets exceed the 60 FPS threshold by a substantial margin, with even the most demanding setting nearly doubling the playability standard.

At 2560x1440, the averages are 189.4 FPS for Low, 149.4 FPS for Medium, 118.6 FPS for High, and 73.2 FPS for Ultra. The progression shows a consistent decline as settings increase, but every preset remains comfortably above 60 FPS. The Ultra setting at this resolution has the smallest margin, yet it still provides over 13 FPS of headroom.

At 3840x2160, the results are more varied. Low settings achieve 100.8 FPS, Medium 77.6 FPS, High 64.9 FPS, and Ultra 36.4 FPS. The first three presets are playable, though High is close to the threshold. Ultra is the only setting that fails to reach 60 FPS, falling short by 23.6 FPS. The gap between High and Ultra at this resolution is significant, indicating a steep performance cost for the highest quality preset.

The minimum and maximum FPS values are not recorded in the database for this configuration, so the analysis relies on average frame rates. The averages alone, however, provide a clear picture of the system's capabilities at each resolution and preset combination.

The Verdict

This PC can run Minecraft: Java Edition at 60 FPS or higher across most tested configurations. At 1920x1080, the verdict is clear: all four presets, Low, Medium, High, and Ultra, are playable, with the best setting being Ultra at 117.5 FPS. This provides an excellent experience with maximum visual quality.

At 2560x1440, the system also passes the 60 FPS test on all presets. The best setting is Ultra at 73.2 FPS, which maintains playability while delivering the highest quality. This makes 1440p a viable option for players who want a balance between resolution and performance.

At 3840x2160, the verdict is more nuanced. The system can run the game at High, Medium, and Low settings, all of which stay above 60 FPS. The best playable setting is High at 64.9 FPS, which is just barely above the threshold. Ultra is not playable at this resolution, as it drops to 36.4 FPS. Players prioritizing 4K should stick to High settings or lower to maintain smooth gameplay.

Overall, the i5-13400F and GTX 1660 SUPER combination is well-suited for this game. It offers high frame rates at 1080p and 1440p with maximum settings, and it remains playable at 4K with adjusted presets. The only scenario where it fails to deliver 60 FPS is 4K Ultra, which is an extreme demand for this hardware tier.

FAQ

Q: Can this PC run Minecraft: Java Edition at 1080p with Ultra settings?

A: Yes. The recorded average FPS at 1920x1080 with Ultra settings is 117.5 FPS, which is well above the 60 FPS playable threshold.

Q: What is the best setting for 4K gameplay?

A: The best setting at 3840x2160 that stays at or above 60 FPS is High, with an average of 64.9 FPS. Ultra is not playable at this resolution, averaging only 36.4 FPS.

Q: How does the system perform at 1440p?

A: At 2560x1440, all presets are playable. The highest setting, Ultra, achieves 73.2 FPS, while Low reaches 189.4 FPS, Medium 149.4 FPS, and High 118.6 FPS.

Q: Is the GPU or CPU more important at 4K?

A: The GPU is the dominant factor at 3840x2160. The frame rate drops sharply when moving from High to Ultra, from 64.9 FPS to 36.4 FPS, indicating the GTX 1660 SUPER is the bottleneck at this resolution.

Q: What preset should be avoided for smooth gameplay?

A: The Ultra preset at 3840x2160 should be avoided, as it falls below 60 FPS with an average of 36.4 FPS. All other presets at every resolution clear the threshold.

Q: Does the CPU hold back performance in this game?

A: The data suggests the CPU is not a limiting factor. At 1080p, frame rates reach as high as 301.3 FPS on Low settings, showing the i5-13400F has sufficient performance to drive the GPU effectively.

How This Combo Ranks

This specific combination of the Intel Core i5-13400F and NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1660 SUPER ranks 1534 out of 1727 tested combos for Minecraft: Java Edition in the database. This places it in the lower portion of the overall ranking, though the actual gameplay results tell a more favorable story. The rank reflects the broad spectrum of hardware tested, which includes much higher-end configurations.

The CPU itself sits at the 77th percentile among all tested CPUs, with an average benchmark score of 25292. Its nearest rivals include the AMD Ryzen 9 6900HS with a score of 25284 and a delta of 0 percent, the Intel Core 5 120 with a score of 25362 and a delta of -0.3 percent, the AMD Ryzen 5 5600X3D with a score of 25365 and a delta of -0.3 percent, and the AMD Ryzen 7 6800H with a score of 25201 and a delta of 0.4 percent. These close scores indicate the i5-13400F performs on par with its immediate competitors.

The GPU is at the 53rd percentile among all tested GPUs, with an average benchmark score of 12986. Its nearest rivals include the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3050 Ti Mobile with a score of 12940 and a delta of 0.4 percent, the AMD Radeon RX 580 with a score of 12928 and a delta of 0.4 percent, the NVIDIA Tesla M2090 with a score of 13075 and a delta of -0.7 percent, and the AMD Radeon 740M with a score of 12870 and a delta of 0.9 percent. The GTX 1660 SUPER is competitive within its tier, closely matching these alternatives.

The low combo rank is a reflection of the entire test pool, which includes far more powerful processors and graphics cards. For the specific task of running Minecraft: Java Edition, the measured frame rates demonstrate that this combo delivers a smooth experience at most settings and resolutions, making the rank less indicative of real-world performance for this particular title.