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 221 FPS, suitable for 144Hz+ monitors. At 1440p, all settings exceed 176 FPS. At 4K, all settings exceed 106 FPS.
The GeForce RTX 3060 12GB is 855% above the recommended GPU (GeForce GTX 650) for The Sims 4. The Ryzen 7 7800X3D is 180% 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 3060 12GB.
The GeForce RTX 3060 12GB sets the FPS ceiling at all 1080p settings, all 1440p settings, all 4k settings, while the Ryzen 7 7800X3D still has additional frame-generation headroom.
Approximated average price on current market:
Combo price: $724. At 1080p Ultra, this combo delivers 221 FPS, equivalent to 0.31 FPS per dollar.
| Resolution | Low | Medium | High | Ultra |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1080p | 0.407 fps/$ | 0.359 fps/$ | 0.338 fps/$ | 0.305 fps/$ |
| 1440p | 0.319 fps/$ | 0.286 fps/$ | 0.264 fps/$ | 0.243 fps/$ |
| 4k | 0.213 fps/$ | 0.191 fps/$ | 0.177 fps/$ | 0.146 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 medium, the GeForce RTX 3060 12GB sets the ceiling at about 150 FPS, while the Ryzen 7 7800X3D has headroom up to 249 FPS. In this scenario, the GPU limits the CPU potential by 40% (FPS gap: 99 FPS). Overall distribution: GPU limits 12/12 cells, CPU limits 0/12, balanced 0/12.
Your GeForce RTX 3060 12GB is the limiting side in the heaviest mismatch. This means part of the Ryzen 7 7800X3D frame-generation potential remains unused in those settings.
| Resolution | Low | Medium | High | Ultra |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1080p (Full HD) | GPU Limits CPU 31% | GPU Limits CPU 31% | GPU Limits CPU 26% | GPU Limits CPU 15% |
| 1440p (2K QHD) | GPU Limits CPU 34% | GPU Limits CPU 36% | GPU Limits CPU 30% | GPU Limits CPU 25% |
| 4K (Ultra HD) | GPU Limits CPU 38% | GPU Limits CPU 40% | GPU Limits CPU 35% | GPU Limits CPU 36% |
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 180% above and your GPU is 855% above the recommended specs. Ultra settings at 1080p, or High at 1440p/4K.
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Yes, the Ryzen 7 7800X3D paired with the GeForce RTX 3060 12GB can run The Sims 4 smoothly up to 4k achieving around 106 FPS at Ultra quality. Your GPU is 855% above the recommended specs, and your CPU is 180% above the recommended requirements.
This CPU + GPU combo costs approximately $724 ($384 CPU (Rank #212 Value) + $340 GPU (Rank #52 Value)). Your GeForce RTX 3060 12GB is currently the main performance bottleneck and its market value ($340) is actually higher than newer, faster alternatives. Trading it or upgrading could yield immediate profit and performance gains. For example, upgrading to the GeForce RTX 5060 for around $299 (Rank #2 for value) could deliver noticeably better performance while costing less than your current GPU.
For The Sims 4, upgrading the GPU would give you the most noticeable improvement. The GeForce RTX 3060 12GB is the limiting factor here, while the Ryzen 7 7800X3D still has spare capacity. A more powerful GPU would unlock higher FPS, especially at higher resolutions and quality presets. GPU-limited at: 1080p high, 1080p low, 1080p medium, 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 Ryzen 7 7800X3D and GeForce RTX 3060 12GB 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.
