Game server hosting

Minecraft server hosting RAM + clock speed for chunk loading and world generation

Cloud VPS Dedicated

Recommended configurations

The most popular game server on the planet. Minecraft needs RAM and fast clock speeds for smooth chunk generation — especially with mods or large player counts.

Starter

Up to 10 players Vanilla or lightly modded
from €3.90/mo
Cloud server
CPU
2 cores
RAM
4 GB RAM
Storage
20 GB SSD
Network
1 Gbps unlimited
Instant

Perfect to get started quickly

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Community

Up to 50 players Spigot, Paper or modpacks
from €14.99/mo
VPS
CPU
4 cores
RAM
8 GB RAM
Storage
50 GB SSD
Network
1 Gbps unlimited
Instant

The sweet spot for most servers

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Large

50–200+ players Modpacks, Forge, large maps
from €39.99/mo
Dedicated server
CPU
6 cores
RAM
16 GB RAM
Storage
100 GB NVMe
Network
1 Gbps unlimited
24–48h

Full hardware — zero virtualization

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Why Minecraft needs specific hardware

RAM is king

Minecraft loads chunks into RAM. Give it at least 4 GB for a small server — 8+ GB for modpacks like ATM or Technic.

Clock speed matters more than core count

Vanilla Minecraft is largely single-threaded. A 3.5 GHz dual-core will outperform a 2.4 GHz quad-core.

NVMe makes a visible difference

World saves and chunk I/O are disk-intensive. NVMe storage reduces lag spikes dramatically on busy servers.

Unlimited traffic — no surprises

Heavy modpacks and resource packs push significant bandwidth. Dedimax includes unlimited traffic on all plans — no overage fees.

Frequently asked questions

How many players can my server handle?

A cloud server with 4 GB RAM handles 10–20 vanilla players. A VPS with 8 GB RAM runs 30–50 players with Paper or Spigot. Heavy modpacks like ATM9 or Technic require 16 GB+ RAM for 20+ players. See the recommended configurations above.

Do I need to install Java on the server?

Your server comes with a Linux OS. You install Java with one command (OpenJDK 21 for Minecraft 1.21+). Full root access means you can install exactly the version Minecraft requires.

Can I run multiple worlds on the same server?

Yes. You can run multiple Minecraft server instances on different ports. A VPS with 8 GB RAM can typically run 2–3 small worlds simultaneously, each with its own RAM allocation.

What is the difference between Paper, Spigot, and Forge?

Paper and Spigot are performance-optimised vanilla alternatives — Paper is the best choice for most survival servers. Forge is for modpacks (ATM, Technic, FTB). All install identically on your Dedimax server.

Can I migrate my existing world to Dedimax?

Yes. Upload your world folder via SFTP and point your server to it. Your world, player data, and all configurations migrate without issues.

Hosting a Minecraft server requires a machine with enough RAM to load chunks and a fast processor for game logic. Unlike other games, Minecraft is largely single-threaded, so clock speed matters more than core count. For vanilla servers with up to 20 players, a cloud server with 4 GB RAM is sufficient. For modded servers or 50+ players, a VPS or dedicated server with 8–16 GB RAM and NVMe storage delivers a smooth experience. Dedimax offers instant deployment, unlimited bandwidth, and full root access — install Paper, Spigot, Forge, or any Minecraft server flavor you choose.

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