Minecraft: Java Edition

Measured FPS Breakdown

The recorded data for Minecraft: Java Edition with the Intel Core i7-13700K and NVIDIA GeForce RTX 2060 SUPER shows a system that is heavily performance-overdelivering at most settings, but with a distinct drop-off at the highest preset in 4K. Across the three tested resolutions, the average frame rates consistently clear the 60 FPS playability threshold, except for one specific configuration.

At 1920x1080, the system produces exceptional frame rates. The Low preset averages 390.6 FPS, Medium averages 309.5 FPS, and High averages 242 FPS. The Ultra preset still delivers a very high 155.4 FPS average. This resolution presents no challenges to the combo; every setting category is far above the playability threshold, with the lowest average (Ultra) still more than double the 60 FPS baseline.

Moving to 2560x1440, the frame rates remain very strong but show the expected scaling penalty. Low averages 243.5 FPS, Medium averages 193.8 FPS, and High averages 152.8 FPS. The Ultra preset averages 99 FPS, which is comfortably above 60 FPS. The data shows this resolution is fully playable across all four settings, with the margin at Ultra being roughly 39 FPS above the threshold.

At 3840x2160, the performance picture becomes more nuanced. Low averages 125.4 FPS, Medium averages 104.1 FPS, and High averages 80.5 FPS. These three settings all clear the 60 FPS threshold. However, the Ultra preset averages only 51.1 FPS, which falls below the playability threshold. This is the single configuration in the measured data that does not sustain 60 FPS. The gap is about 8.9 FPS short of the threshold, indicating that Ultra at 4K is the only setting where the system cannot maintain smooth gameplay.

The measured FPS values in the database have no recorded minimum or maximum frame times, only averages. The trend across resolutions is consistent: each step from 1080p to 1440p to 4K reduces average FPS by a substantial margin at every preset. The Ultra preset shows the steepest relative drop at 4K, falling from 99 FPS at 1440p to 51.1 FPS.

Similar Performance Alternatives

According to the nearest rival data in the database, both the CPU and GPU in this combo have close performance neighbors that would produce broadly similar results in Minecraft: Java Edition.

For the Intel Core i7-13700K, the closest rival is the AMD Ryzen 9 5900, which has an average benchmark score 0.2% lower than the i7-13700K. The AMD Ryzen AI 9 HX PRO 375 is likewise nearly identical, sitting 0.3% lower. On the other side, the AMD Ryzen 9 7845HX and Intel Xeon w3-2535 both score 0.5% higher. These deltas are all within a fraction of a percent, meaning that in practical gaming terms, any of these CPUs would deliver essentially the same frame rates in Minecraft: Java Edition. The game is not particularly CPU-bound at the tested settings, so the differences between these processors would be negligible.

For the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 2060 SUPER, the nearest rivals are similarly close. The NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3060 Mobile scores 0.4% lower, the AMD Radeon Pro 5700 scores 0.5% lower, and the AMD Radeon RX 460 scores 1.5% lower. The Intel Arc A770M is 1.6% lower. These are all within a small margin, indicating that a system with any of these GPUs paired with a comparable CPU would see nearly identical FPS in Minecraft: Java Edition. The RTX 2060 SUPER sits at the 62nd percentile among all GPUs, while the i7-13700K sits at the 89th percentile among all CPUs.

The practical takeaway from the rival data is that this combo is not an outlier. Users with a Ryzen 9 5900 or a Ryzen 9 7845HX CPU, or with an RTX 3060 Mobile or Radeon Pro 5700 GPU, would experience very similar performance. The benchmark deltas are all under 2%, which in a game like Minecraft: Java Edition translates to a few FPS at most.

FAQ

Q: Can this PC run Minecraft: Java Edition at 60 FPS in 4K?

A: Yes, at the High, Medium, and Low presets. The High preset averages 80.5 FPS, Medium averages 104.1 FPS, and Low averages 125.4 FPS. However, the Ultra preset averages only 51.1 FPS, which falls below the 60 FPS playability threshold.

Q: What is the best 4K setting for this system?

A: The High preset is the most demanding setting that stays at or above 60 FPS, averaging 80.5 FPS. It is the recommended choice for 4K gameplay.

Q: Is the Ultra preset playable at 1440p?

A: Yes. At 2560x1440, the Ultra preset averages 99 FPS, which is well above the 60 FPS threshold. All four presets at 1440p are playable, including Ultra.

Q: How does this combo perform at 1080p?

A: Exceptionally well. The lowest average FPS at 1080p is the Ultra preset at 155.4 FPS, and the Low preset reaches 390.6 FPS. Every setting at 1080p is far above the playability threshold.

Q: Which component is the performance bottleneck?

A: The data does not isolate CPU versus GPU bottlenecks directly. However, the GPU sits at the 62nd percentile among all GPUs, while the CPU sits at the 89th percentile among all CPUs. The measured FPS scaling across resolutions suggests the GPU is the limiting factor at higher resolutions, particularly at 4K Ultra.

Q: What is the combo's overall rank among tested systems?

A: This combo ranks 1229 out of 1727 tested combinations for Minecraft: Java Edition, placing it in the lower portion of the database's tested configurations despite delivering playable FPS at most settings.

How This Combo Ranks

The combo rank for this system in Minecraft: Java Edition is 1229 out of 1727 tested combinations. This places it in the 29th percentile of tested combos, meaning roughly 71% of the tested systems rank higher. This is a noteworthy result given that the individual components have respectable percentile standings: the CPU at the 89th percentile and the GPU at the 62nd percentile.

The rank discrepancy suggests that the database contains many combinations with higher overall performance in this specific game. Minecraft: Java Edition is known to be sensitive to single-threaded performance and draw call handling, and the measured results indicate that many other combos in the database outperform this one. However, the rank does not tell the full story. The measured FPS data shows that this system is still very capable: it clears 60 FPS at every resolution and preset combination except for 4K Ultra.

The rank of 1229 out of 1727 also implies that the database includes a large number of high-end and newer configurations. The RTX 2060 SUPER, being an end-of-life product from the GeForce 20-series, is naturally outclassed by many newer GPUs in the database. The CPU, while strong, is also not at the top of the current landscape. But for the specific task of running Minecraft: Java Edition, the combo delivers playable performance across the vast majority of tested configurations.

The data indicates that the combo's ranking is driven primarily by the GPU's lower percentile standing. The CPU's 89th percentile is strong, but the GPU's 62nd percentile, combined with the game's rendering demands at higher settings, pulls the overall rank down. Still, the measured FPS at 1080p and 1440p shows that the system is far from inadequate for this game.

The Verdict

The verdict from the recorded data is clear: this system can run Minecraft: Java Edition at 60 FPS or higher in nearly every tested configuration. The only exception is 4K Ultra, which averages 51.1 FPS.

At 1920x1080, all four presets are playable. The Ultra preset averages 155.4 FPS, which is the lowest at this resolution but still more than double the 60 FPS threshold. The High preset averages 242 FPS, Medium 309.5 FPS, and Low 390.6 FPS. This resolution is fully cleared for smooth gameplay.

At 2560x1440, all four presets are also playable. The Ultra preset averages 99 FPS, comfortably above the threshold. High averages 152.8 FPS, Medium 193.8 FPS, and Low 243.5 FPS. The system has significant headroom at this resolution.

At 3840x2160, the High, Medium, and Low presets are playable. High averages 80.5 FPS, Medium 104.1 FPS, and Low 125.4 FPS. Only the Ultra preset fails to reach 60 FPS, averaging 51.1 FPS. For 4K gaming, users should avoid the Ultra preset and use High instead.

The overall verdict is positive. The system is a capable Minecraft: Java Edition machine at 1080p and 1440p with all settings, and at 4K with settings up to High. The single failing configuration, 4K Ultra, is a minor limitation given the otherwise strong performance envelope.

Best Settings per Resolution

For each resolution, the most demanding preset that maintains an average of at least 60 FPS is identified below, based on the measured data.

At 1920x1080, the best setting is Ultra, with an average FPS of 155.4. This is the highest quality preset available, and it still delivers more than double the playability threshold. There is no reason to lower settings at this resolution.

At 2560x1440, the best setting is also Ultra, averaging 99 FPS. This preset provides maximum visual quality while staying nearly 40 FPS above the 60 FPS threshold. The system has ample headroom at this resolution.

At 3840x2160, the best setting is High, averaging 80.5 FPS. The Ultra preset falls short at 51.1 FPS, so High is the recommended choice for 4K. Medium averages 104.1 FPS and Low 125.4 FPS, but High offers the best visual quality that still clears the threshold.

These recommendations are directly derived from the verdictByResolution data in the database. The pattern is straightforward: 1080p and 1440p can run at maximum quality, while 4K requires a one-step reduction from Ultra to High. Users who prioritize frame rate over visual fidelity could opt for lower presets, but the data shows that the recommended settings above are the highest that sustain 60 FPS.