Minecraft: Java Edition

Measured FPS Breakdown

The recorded data for Minecraft: Java Edition with the Intel Core i7-14700KF and NVIDIA GeForce RTX 2060 SUPER spans three resolutions and four quality presets. All measurements are average FPS values, as the database did not record minimum or maximum frame times for this title.

At 1920x1080, the combination delivers its highest frame rates. The Low preset reaches 391.2 FPS average, which is the single highest recorded number across the entire test matrix. Medium drops to 309.4 FPS, High settles at 243.9 FPS, and Ultra still maintains 154 FPS. The scaling from Low to Ultra shows a reduction of roughly 60% from the peak value, but every preset remains far above the 60 FPS playable threshold.

Moving to 2560x1440, the frame rates decline proportionally. Low averages 244.2 FPS, Medium produces 195.3 FPS, High delivers 156.1 FPS, and Ultra holds at 95.9 FPS. The gap between Low and Ultra at this resolution is approximately 61%, similar to the 1080p scaling. Notably, even the most demanding preset at 1440p stays above the playable threshold by a comfortable margin.

At 3840x2160, the performance curve becomes more constrained. Low averages 127.9 FPS, Medium drops to 100.8 FPS, and High produces 81 FPS. Ultra falls to 50.5 FPS, which is the only preset across all resolutions that dips below the 60 FPS playable threshold. The difference between Low and Ultra at 4K is roughly 60%, consistent with the other resolutions, but the absolute values are much lower due to the increased pixel workload.

The database does not include minimum or maximum FPS values for this game, so all analysis relies on average frame rates. The pattern across resolutions shows that the RTX 2060 SUPER handles the rendering workload efficiently, with the CPU providing sufficient headroom to avoid bottlenecking even at high frame rates.

Best Settings per Resolution

For each resolution, the database identifies the most demanding preset that remains at or above 60 FPS average.

At 1920x1080, all four presets clear the threshold. Ultra is the best setting, delivering 154 FPS average. This leaves substantial margin above the playable threshold, meaning users can enable the highest quality options without concern.

At 2560x1440, Ultra is again the best setting, averaging 95.9 FPS. The margin above 60 FPS is approximately 36 FPS, still comfortable but noticeably less headroom than at 1080p. High, Medium, and Low also remain playable, but Ultra offers the full visual experience while staying well above the threshold.

At 3840x2160, the situation changes. Ultra falls to 50.5 FPS, which is below the playable threshold. The best setting becomes High, averaging 81 FPS. This provides a 21 FPS margin above 60 FPS. Medium at 100.8 FPS and Low at 127.9 FPS are also viable options, but High represents the optimal balance of visual quality and performance. The database's verdict confirms High as the best setting at 4K, with Low and Medium also listed as playable.

CPU and GPU Roles

The performance scaling across resolutions reveals how the CPU and GPU share the workload in Minecraft: Java Edition. This game is known for its CPU-intensive nature, and the data reflects that characteristic.

At 1920x1080, the frame rates are extremely high, ranging from 154 FPS at Ultra to 391.2 FPS at Low. These numbers suggest the GPU is the limiting factor, as the CPU has enough headroom to feed frames well beyond what the RTX 2060 SUPER can render at lower resolutions. The Core i7-14700KF, with its 20 cores and 28 threads, provides substantial single-thread and multi-thread performance, as indicated by its benchmark scores: 6235 in Cinebench R23 single-core and 44167 in multi-core.

At 2560x1440, the frame rates drop by roughly 35-40% compared to 1080p across all presets. This reduction aligns with the increased pixel count, indicating the GPU is taking on more of the rendering burden. The CPU still has capacity to spare, as evidenced by the 95.9 FPS average at Ultra.

At 3840x2160, the GPU becomes the dominant constraint. The pixel count quadruples from 1080p, and the frame rates drop accordingly. Ultra falls to 50.5 FPS, which is the only preset below the playable threshold. The RTX 2060 SUPER, with its 2176 shading units and 448.0 GB/s memory bandwidth, reaches its limit at this resolution when running the most demanding settings. The CPU's role diminishes here, as the GPU cannot maintain the frame rates that the processor could theoretically support.

The scaling between resolutions shows that the CPU contributes more at lower resolutions where frame rates are higher. At 1080p Low, the 391.2 FPS average demonstrates that the i7-14700KF can sustain extremely high frame generation, while the GPU handles the relatively light pixel workload. As resolution increases, the GPU's rendering capacity becomes the primary factor determining performance.

Similar Performance Alternatives

The nearest rivals for the Intel Core i7-14700KF, based on average benchmark scores, provide context for how this CPU compares to other options. The AMD Ryzen 7 9700F scores 69996, just 0.2% behind the i7-14700KF's 70163 average. The AMD Ryzen 9 7940HX is 0.4% behind, and the AMD Ryzen 9 7950X trails by 0.9%. The Intel Core Ultra 7 265K scores 70879, which is 1% ahead. These differences are minimal, meaning any of these CPUs would produce nearly identical frame rates in Minecraft: Java Edition when paired with the same GPU.

For the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 2060 SUPER, the nearest rivals are similarly close. The NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3060 Mobile scores 18159, 0.4% below the RTX 2060 SUPER's 18093 average. The AMD Radeon Pro 5700 is 0.5% behind, the AMD Radeon RX 460 trails by 1.5%, and the Intel Arc A770M is 1.6% behind. The performance deltas are small enough that these GPUs would produce comparable frame rates in this game, though the RTX 2060 SUPER maintains a slight edge.

The CPU percentile of 94 indicates the i7-14700KF outperforms 94% of all tested CPUs, while the GPU percentile of 62 shows the RTX 2060 SUPER sits above 62% of all tested GPUs. This combination of a top-tier CPU with a mid-range GPU means the GPU will typically be the limiting factor in demanding scenarios, but the CPU ensures no bottleneck at lower resolutions.

The Verdict

The database's verdict by resolution is clear. At 1920x1080, this PC can run Minecraft: Java Edition at Ultra settings with 154 FPS average, far exceeding the 60 FPS playable threshold. All presets are playable, and the system has significant headroom for additional workloads or higher refresh rate displays.

At 2560x1440, Ultra settings remain playable with 95.9 FPS average. The system clears the 60 FPS threshold by a comfortable margin, and all four presets are viable. This resolution offers a good balance between visual fidelity and performance.

At 3840x2160, the system can run High settings at 81 FPS average, which is above the 60 FPS threshold. Ultra settings fall to 50.5 FPS, below the threshold, so users should avoid the highest preset at this resolution. Low and Medium are also playable, but High provides the best visual quality while maintaining playable performance.

Overall, this combination is well-suited for Minecraft: Java Edition across all common resolutions. The CPU's high single-thread performance and the GPU's adequate rendering power ensure smooth gameplay in most scenarios. The only limitation is 4K Ultra, where the GPU becomes the bottleneck.

FAQ

Q: Can this PC run Minecraft: Java Edition at 60 FPS on 1920x1080 with Ultra settings?

A: Yes. The recorded data shows 154 FPS average at 1080p Ultra, which is well above the 60 FPS playable threshold.

Q: What is the best setting for 3840x2160 resolution?

A: High is the best setting at 4K, averaging 81 FPS. Ultra falls to 50.5 FPS, which is below the playable threshold.

Q: How does the CPU compare to its nearest rivals?

A: The Intel Core i7-14700KF scores 70163 on average, which is 0.2% ahead of the AMD Ryzen 7 9700F, 0.4% ahead of the AMD Ryzen 9 7940HX, 0.9% ahead of the AMD Ryzen 9 7950X, and 1% behind the Intel Core Ultra 7 265K.

Q: How does the GPU compare to its nearest rivals?

A: The NVIDIA GeForce RTX 2060 SUPER scores 18093 on average, which is 0.4% ahead of the RTX 3060 Mobile, 0.5% ahead of the AMD Radeon Pro 5700, 1.5% ahead of the AMD Radeon RX 460, and 1.6% ahead of the Intel Arc A770M.

Q: Is the GPU or CPU more important for this game at 2560x1440?

A: The GPU plays a larger role at 1440p, as frame rates drop by roughly 35-40% compared to 1080p across all presets. The CPU still has headroom, but the GPU's rendering capacity becomes more limiting at this resolution.

Q: What is the lowest FPS recorded for this combination?

A: The lowest average FPS is 50.5 at 3840x2160 with Ultra settings. All other presets and resolutions maintain averages above 60 FPS.

How This Combo Ranks

The Intel Core i7-14700KF and NVIDIA GeForce RTX 2060 SUPER combination ranks 1211 out of 1727 tested combos in Minecraft: Java Edition. This places it in the 70th percentile of tested configurations, meaning roughly 30% of combinations perform better and 70% perform worse.

The rank reflects the GPU's mid-range position. The CPU is in the 94th percentile of all tested CPUs, but the GPU sits in the 62nd percentile. Since this game is GPU-limited at higher resolutions, the overall combo rank is dragged down by the RTX 2060 SUPER's mid-tier standing. The 1080p and 1440p results are strong, but the 4K Ultra result below 60 FPS prevents the combination from ranking higher.

For context, the CPU's nearest rivals all score within 1% of its average, meaning any of those CPUs paired with the same GPU would produce nearly identical results. Similarly, the GPU's nearest rivals are all within 1.6% of its average score, so swapping in any of those cards would yield comparable frame rates in this game.

The rank of 1211 out of 1727 indicates that while this combination is capable for Minecraft: Java Edition at most resolutions, there are many faster configurations available. The system excels at 1080p and 1440p, but users targeting 4K at maximum settings would need a more powerful GPU to achieve playable frame rates at Ultra.