Optimized to run on laptops, it is largely CPU-limited by the simulation. Installing many DLCs and expansions significantly increases RAM and storage load.
Actual FPS may vary based on RAM speed, background processes, and other system factors
Performance Report
At 1080p, all quality settings exceed 211 FPS, suitable for 144Hz+ monitors. At 1440p, all settings exceed 225 FPS. At 4K, all settings exceed 173 FPS.
The GeForce RTX 4090 is 2070% above the recommended GPU (GeForce GTX 650) for The Sims 4. The Core i9-12900K is 236% above the recommended CPU (Core i5-4460).
The Sims 4 supports: AFMF. This game does not have native DLSS 3 or FSR 3 Frame Generation support. AFMF is AMD-exclusive and not compatible with GeForce RTX 4090.
The Core i9-12900K sets the FPS ceiling at 1080p (high/ultra), all 1440p settings, all 4k settings, while the GeForce RTX 4090 still has headroom. The FPS ceiling is closely matched at 1080p (low/medium).
Approximated average price on current market:
Combo price: $1971. At 1080p Ultra, this combo delivers 211 FPS, equivalent to 0.11 FPS per dollar.
| Resolution | Low | Medium | High | Ultra |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1080p | 0.136 fps/$ | 0.133 fps/$ | 0.118 fps/$ | 0.107 fps/$ |
| 1440p | 0.139 fps/$ | 0.152 fps/$ | 0.133 fps/$ | 0.114 fps/$ |
| 4k | 0.114 fps/$ | 0.127 fps/$ | 0.112 fps/$ | 0.088 fps/$ |
* Table values represent FPS per Dollar (higher is better)
This section is based on estimated CPU/GPU FPS ceilings, not utilization percentages.
At 4k ultra, the Core i9-12900K sets the ceiling at about 168 FPS, while the GeForce RTX 4090 could reach 212 FPS. In this scenario, the CPU limits the GPU potential by 21% (FPS gap: 44 FPS). Overall distribution: CPU limits 11/12 cells, GPU limits 0/12, balanced 1/12.
Your Core i9-12900K is the limiting side in the heaviest mismatch. This means part of the GeForce RTX 4090 rendering potential remains unused in those settings.
| Resolution | Low | Medium | High | Ultra |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1080p (Full HD) | CPU Limits GPU 6% | Balanced | CPU Limits GPU 10% | CPU Limits GPU 13% |
| 1440p (2K QHD) | CPU Limits GPU 12% | CPU Limits GPU 9% | CPU Limits GPU 13% | CPU Limits GPU 16% |
| 4K (Ultra HD) | CPU Limits GPU 14% | CPU Limits GPU 9% | CPU Limits GPU 15% | CPU Limits GPU 21% |
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.
A component can still be the FPS limiter without reaching 100% utilization. The displayed percentages are derived from FPS ceilings, not generic utilization heuristics.
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.
Your CPU is 236% above and your GPU is 2070% above the recommended specs. Ultra settings at 1080p, or High at 1440p/4K.
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Yes, the Core i9-12900K paired with the GeForce RTX 4090 can run The Sims 4 smoothly up to 4k achieving around 173 FPS at Ultra quality. Your GPU is 2070% above the recommended specs, and your CPU is 236% above the recommended requirements.
This CPU + GPU combo costs approximately $1971 ($322 CPU (Rank #105 Value) + $1649 GPU (Rank #77 Value)). Your Core i9-12900K provides phenomenal top-tier performance but at a premium enthusiast price. Since you are essentially at the ceiling of current hardware capabilities, there are no meaningful performance upgrades available. However, if you wanted a more cost-effective build that still delivers a great experience, you could theoretically step down to a high-end processor with a significantly better value rating. For example, the Ryzen 9 9950X is a great upgrade option for around $649 (Rank #5 for value).
Your Core i9-12900K is already an incredibly powerful processor. While it's technically the first component to hit its limit (which is completely normal in state-of-the-art builds), there is no meaningful upgrade path that would drastically improve your The Sims 4 performance right now. CPU fully utilized at: 1080p high, 1080p ultra, 1440p high, 1440p low, 1440p medium, 1440p ultra, 4k high, 4k low, 4k medium, 4k ultra.
The Sims 4 currently only supports AFMF (AMD Fluid Motion Frames) for frame generation, which is an AMD-exclusive technology. Because you are using an NVIDIA GPU, you cannot use Frame Generation for this specific game.
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 i9-12900K and GeForce RTX 4090 both exceed the recommended specs, so you're well-positioned for a great experience.
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.
