How to Allocate More RAM to Minecraft?
What is RAM Allocation and Why Does it Matter in Minecraft?
Random Access Memory (RAM) is the main memory in a computer that focuses on the currently used programs and data. RAM allocation is the process of reserving a portion of computer memory for the execution of programs and processes.
By allocating more RAM to Minecraft, you can improve the game's performance and ensure a smooth gaming experience without lags, limitations, or crashes.
Things to Consider Before Allocating More RAM to Minecraft
1. Minecraft Edition: The RAM allocation method only works for Minecraft: Java Edition. Minecraft: Bedrock Edition automatically allocates RAM based on the game's requirements, and there's no built-in option to control or change the RAM allocation.
2. Total RAM on Your Computer: Before allocating RAM to Minecraft, you need to know the total amount of RAM installed on your computer. It's not recommended to allocate more than two-thirds of your overall RAM to Minecraft, as this may cause issues and slow down your overall computer performance.
3.Minecraft Mods: If you're running a modded version of Minecraft, you may need to allocate more RAM than for the vanilla game. As a general guideline:
- Vanilla Minecraft: 2-4 GB of RAM
- Modded Minecraft (100-200 mods): 4-6 GB of RAM
- Modded Minecraft (250+ mods): 8 GB or more of RAM
How to Allocate More RAM to Minecraft
There are several methods to allocate more RAM to Minecraft, depending on the launcher you're using:
Method 1: Allocate More RAM in the Minecraft Server
1. Open the Minecraft server directory by searching for "Minecraft_server" on your PC.
2. Create a new text document (Notepad) in the server directory and paste the following code:
```java -Xmx####M -Xms####M -exe Minecraft_Server.exe -o true PAUSE
```Replace #### with the amount of RAM (in MB) you want to allocate.
3. Save the file and rename it from ".txt" to ".bat".
4. Run the new ".bat" file to start the Minecraft server with the specified RAM allocation.
Method 2: Allocate More RAM Using the Default Minecraft Launcher
1. Run the default Minecraft launcher and choose the version you want to play.
2. Go to the "Installations" tab.
3. Hover over the release version you want to play, and click the three white dots that appear on the right side.
4. Select "Edit" from the dropdown menu.
5. In the "JVM Arguments" field, change the code "-Xmx1G" to "-Xmx#G", where # is the amount of RAM (in GB) you want to allocate.
6. Click "Save" to apply the changes.
Method 3: Allocate More RAM Using Other Minecraft Launchers
The process for allocating more RAM may vary slightly for other Minecraft launchers, such as the AT Launcher, Void Launcher, Feed The Beast (FTB) Launcher, Technic Launcher, and Twitch Launcher. Refer to the specific launcher's documentation or settings to find the option to allocate more RAM.
Here are a few ways to monitor Minecraft's RAM usage in real-time while playing:
Using the F3 Debug Screen
1. "Press F3" while in-game to open the debug screen.
2. Look for the "Allocated" value under the "Memory" section. This shows the total amount of RAM allocated to Minecraft.
3. The "Used" value shows how much of the allocated RAM is currently being used by the game.
Using Task Manager (Windows)
1. Open Task Manager by pressing Ctrl+Shift+Esc or right-clicking on the taskbar and selecting "Task Manager".
2. Go to the "Details" tab and find the "javaw.exe" process for Minecraft.
3. The "Memory" column shows the current RAM usage of the Minecraft process.
Using Activity Monitor (macOS)
1. Open Activity Monitor by searching for it in Spotlight or navigating to Applications > Utilities.
2. Find the "java" process for Minecraft in the process list.
3. The "Real Mem" column shows the current RAM usage of the Minecraft process.
Using Third-Party Tools
-MSI Afterburner: Provides an on-screen display (OSD) that can show Minecraft's RAM usage in real-time.
-NZXT CAM: Offers a similar OSD feature to monitor various system metrics, including Minecraft's RAM usage.
-Razer Cortex: Includes a game booster feature that can display RAM usage for games like Minecraft.
By following these steps, you can easily allocate more RAM to Minecraft and improve your gaming experience, especially when running modded versions of the game.