The Sims 4FPS onCore 7 240H&GeForce RTX 4090

The Sims 4

Optimized to run on laptops, it is largely CPU-limited by the simulation. Installing many DLCs and expansions significantly increases RAM and storage load.

The Sims 4 - FPS Estimates by Resolution

Actual FPS may vary based on RAM speed, background processes, and other system factors

1080P
low319 FPS
medium284 FPS
high247 FPS
ultra218 FPS
1440P
low314 FPS
medium312 FPS
high267 FPS
ultra227 FPS
4K
low250 FPS
medium247 FPS
high214 FPS
ultra159 FPS

Performance Report

The Sims 4

GeForce RTX 4090 + Core 7 240H
🎮Visual Experience

At 1080p, all quality settings exceed 218 FPS, suitable for 144Hz+ monitors. At 1440p, all settings exceed 227 FPS. At 4K, all settings exceed 159 FPS.

Official Requirements

The GeForce RTX 4090 is 2070% above the recommended GPU (GeForce GTX 650) for The Sims 4. The Core 7 240H is 101% above the recommended CPU (Core i5-4460).

⚙️Bottleneck Analysis

The Core 7 240H determines the performance ceiling at all 1080p settings, all 1440p settings, 4k (low/high/ultra), while the GPU has headroom. The system is well balanced at 4k medium.

Performance Limiter Analysis

Core 7 240H|GeForce RTX 4090
📈Analysis

At 4k ultra, the Core 7 240H sets the ceiling at about 156 FPS, while the GeForce RTX 4090 could reach 191 FPS. In this scenario, the CPU limits the GPU potential by 18% (FPS gap: 35 FPS). Overall distribution: CPU limits 11/12 cells, GPU limits 0/12, balanced 1/12.

Verdict

CPU Limits GPU

Your Core 7 240H is the limiting side in the heaviest mismatch. This means part of the GeForce RTX 4090 rendering potential remains unused in those settings.

🧩Detailed Breakdown
1080p (Full HD)
LowCPU Limits GPU 11%
MediumCPU Limits GPU 9%
HighCPU Limits GPU 11%
UltraCPU Limits GPU 13%
1440p (2K QHD)
LowCPU Limits GPU 15%
MediumCPU Limits GPU 10%
HighCPU Limits GPU 9%
UltraCPU Limits GPU 10%
4K (Ultra HD)
LowCPU Limits GPU 10%
MediumBalanced
HighCPU Limits GPU 7%
UltraCPU Limits GPU 18%
Percentages show how much potential FPS of the stronger component is lost because the other component has a lower FPS ceiling.
🧠Methodology

We estimate the maximum FPS the processor can sustain and the maximum FPS the graphics card can sustain in each setting, then compare those limits directly.

Limit Factor formula: (stronger - weaker) / stronger. Example: if CPU ceiling is 200 FPS and GPU ceiling is 140 FPS, then GPU limits CPU by 30%.

CPU Limits GPU means the processor ceiling is lower. GPU Limits CPU means the graphics ceiling is lower. Balanced means the FPS ceilings are close enough that the gap is negligible.

The displayed percentages are derived from FPS ceilings, not generic utilization heuristics.

📊Predicted Hardware Utilization for Core 7 240H and GeForce RTX 4090

1080p (Full HD)

Low
CPU17% - 27%
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GPU0% - 22%
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Medium
CPU17% - 27%
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GPU0% - 22%
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High
CPU17% - 27%
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GPU0% - 22%
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Ultra
CPU17% - 27%
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GPU0% - 22%
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1440p (2K QHD)

Low
CPU15% - 24%
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GPU0% - 22%
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Medium
CPU15% - 24%
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GPU0% - 22%
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High
CPU15% - 24%
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GPU0% - 22%
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Ultra
CPU15% - 24%
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GPU0% - 22%
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4K (Ultra HD)

Low
CPU15% - 24%
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GPU0% - 22%
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Medium
CPU15% - 24%
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GPU0% - 22%
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High
CPU15% - 24%
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GPU0% - 22%
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Ultra
CPU15% - 24%
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GPU0% - 22%
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Performance Summary

The Core 7 240H + GeForce RTX 4090 pairing runs this title with CPU utilization between 15% and 27% and GPU utilization between 0% and 22%. Core 7 240H keeps significant headroom across presets, while GeForce RTX 4090 is utilized efficiently without persistent saturation. As resolution scales, average GPU load rises from 11% at 1080p to 11% at 4K, while CPU averages move from 22% to 20%.

Bottleneck Analysis

Neither component is close to saturation: CPU tops out at 27% and GPU at 22%. This pattern suggests possible engine-side limits, an FPS cap, or workload constraints unrelated to raw hardware throughput.

Resolution Scaling

At 1080p, averages sit around CPU 22% and GPU 11%. At 1440p, that shifts to CPU 20% and GPU 11%, and at 4K it reaches CPU 20% and GPU 11%. This shows that workload scaling is limited, which can indicate engine-side constraints.

Optimal Settings Recommendation

1080p (Full HD) Low is the most balanced preset based on this dataset. It runs around CPU 22% (17-27%) and GPU 11% (0-22%), which keeps GeForce RTX 4090 well utilized without constant max-out behavior while Core 7 240H remains stable for consistent frame delivery.

Upgrade Insight

Current utilization does not show an urgent upgrade requirement for either component; the Core 7 240H and GeForce RTX 4090 remain reasonably matched for this title.

Understanding Hardware Utilization & Bottlenecks: These percentages represent how much of your component's maximum processing power is actively being used during gameplay. This is the key to identifying performance bottlenecks in any system.

  • The Ideal Scenario (GPU Bottleneck): You typically want to see High GPU Utilization (90%+) and moderate CPU usage. This indicates your system is successfully pushing out graphics as fast as it can, without being held back by the CPU.
  • CPU Bottleneck: If you see High CPU Utilization (85%+) paired with lower GPU utilization, the CPU is struggling to compute game logic and prepare frames fast enough. The GPU sits waiting, often resulting in stuttering, inconsistent frame times, and lower overall FPS.
  • Engine Limits or Capped FPS: If both CPU and GPU utilization are relatively low, it means the hardware is waiting on something else. This could be a game engine limitation, poorly optimized code, or an artificial framerate cap like VSync holding performance back.

Data generated by our Machine Learning engine trained on real-world benchmarks. Shows the approximate average utilization at each setting.

The Sims 4 Requirements Comparison

See how your processor and graphics card compare against the game official minimum and recommended system specs. The placement of your hardware is calculated using relative synthetic performance scores to help you gauge overall playability.

CPU - Core 7 240H
cpu icon
24,698
Your Score
MinimumCore i3-3220
RecommendedCore i5-4460
GPU - GeForce RTX 4090
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38,112
Your Score
MinimumGeForce 6600
RecommendedGeForce GTX 650

Your CPU is 101% above and your GPU is 2070% above the recommended specs. Ultra settings at 1080p, or High at 1440p/4K.

CPU

+101%vsrecommended

GPU

+2070%vsrecommended

CPU

+285%vsminimum

GPU

+81%vsminimum

Minimum Requirements
Video Card: GeForce 6600
Processor: Core i3-3220
Memory: 4 GB
Disk Space: 25 GB
System: Windows 10 64-bit
Recommended Requirements
Video Card: GeForce GTX 650
Processor: Core i5-4460
Memory: 8 GB
Disk Space: 50 GB
System: Windows 10 64-bit

Frequently Asked Questions

1Can the Core 7 240H and GeForce RTX 4090 run The Sims 4 well?

Yes, the Core 7 240H paired with the GeForce RTX 4090 can run The Sims 4 smoothly up to 4k achieving around 159 FPS at Ultra quality. Your GPU is 2070% above the recommended specs, and your CPU is 101% above the recommended requirements.

2Is there a more cost-effective setup to run The Sims 4?

Price data is not currently available for this combination. In general, look for setups where the CPU and GPU are balanced — this ensures you're not overspending on one component that the other can't keep up with.

3Which component should I upgrade first to improve The Sims 4 performance?

For The Sims 4, upgrading the CPU would have the biggest impact on performance. The Core 7 240H is currently the limiting factor — the GeForce RTX 4090 has extra headroom that a faster processor could take advantage of. This is especially noticeable at 1080p where CPU performance matters more. CPU-limited at: 1080p low, 1080p medium, 1080p high, 1080p ultra, 1440p low, 1440p medium, 1440p high, 1440p ultra, 4k low, 4k high, 4k ultra.

4Does this setup support Frame Generation for The Sims 4?

The Sims 4 does not currently support Frame Generation technologies like DLSS 3 or FSR 3. Your performance is based entirely on native rendering. If the game adds support in a future update, newer GPUs will benefit the most.

5What are the minimum and recommended specs for The Sims 4?

The Sims 4 requires at minimum a Core i3-3220 (CPU) and GeForce 6600 (GPU) with 4 GB RAM and 25 GB storage. For the recommended experience, you need a Core i5-4460 and GeForce GTX 650 with 8 GB RAM. Your Core 7 240H and GeForce RTX 4090 both exceed the recommended specs, so you're well-positioned for a great experience.

6How accurate are these The Sims 4 FPS estimates for the Core 7 240H and GeForce RTX 4090?

These The Sims 4 FPS results are not arbitrary numbers. They come from calculations informed by thousands of real gaming benchmarks, and the typical accuracy range is around 10% to 15%. That makes them far more useful than generic FPS calculators that simply invent values without a benchmark foundation. Actual in-game performance can still vary with drivers, updates, RAM configuration, cooling, and the exact scene being rendered.

Performance estimates are based on synthetic benchmarks and hardware capabilities.

Results may vary based on drivers, OS, and background processes.