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 115 FPS. At 1440p, all settings exceed 84 FPS. At 4K, frame rates range from 50 to 114 FPS.
The Radeon R9 290X is 380% 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 Radeon R9 290X 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: $444. At 1080p Ultra, this combo delivers 115 FPS, equivalent to 0.26 FPS per dollar.
| Resolution | Low | Medium | High | Ultra |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1080p | 0.550 fps/$ | 0.453 fps/$ | 0.390 fps/$ | 0.259 fps/$ |
| 1440p | 0.390 fps/$ | 0.322 fps/$ | 0.266 fps/$ | 0.189 fps/$ |
| 4k | 0.257 fps/$ | 0.212 fps/$ | 0.167 fps/$ | 0.113 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 Radeon R9 290X sets the ceiling at about 57 FPS, while the Ryzen 7 7800X3D has headroom up to 181 FPS. In this scenario, the GPU limits the CPU potential by 69% (FPS gap: 124 FPS). Overall distribution: GPU limits 12/12 cells, CPU limits 0/12, balanced 0/12.
Your Radeon R9 290X 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 42% | GPU Limits CPU 45% | GPU Limits CPU 45% | GPU Limits CPU 52% |
| 1440p (2K QHD) | GPU Limits CPU 50% | GPU Limits CPU 55% | GPU Limits CPU 54% | GPU Limits CPU 61% |
| 4K (Ultra HD) | GPU Limits CPU 54% | GPU Limits CPU 59% | GPU Limits CPU 61% | GPU Limits CPU 69% |
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.
| Resolution | Low | Medium | High | Ultra |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1080p (Full HD) | CPU1% - 12% <> GPU53% - 59% <> | CPU1% - 12% <> GPU53% - 59% <> | CPU1% - 12% <> GPU53% - 59% <> | CPU1% - 12% <> GPU53% - 59% <> |
| 1440p (2K QHD) | CPU1% - 11% <> GPU77% - 86% <> | CPU1% - 11% <> GPU77% - 86% <> | CPU1% - 11% <> GPU77% - 86% <> | CPU1% - 11% <> GPU77% - 86% <> |
| 4K (Ultra HD) | CPU1% - 11% <> GPU77% - 86% <> | CPU1% - 11% <> GPU77% - 86% <> | CPU1% - 11% <> GPU77% - 86% <> | CPU1% - 11% <> GPU77% - 86% <> |
The Ryzen 7 7800X3D + Radeon R9 290X pairing runs this title with CPU utilization between 1% and 12% and GPU utilization between 53% and 86%. Ryzen 7 7800X3D keeps significant headroom across presets, while Radeon R9 290X is utilized efficiently without persistent saturation. As resolution scales, average GPU load rises from 56% at 1080p to 82% at 4K, while CPU averages move from 6% to 6%.
The utilization pattern is relatively even. The Radeon R9 290X reaches 82% average at its highest-load preset, while the Ryzen 7 7800X3D peaks at 6% average. This suggests a fairly controlled load distribution, but the actual FPS-limiting side should still be read from the limiter analysis above.
At 1080p, averages sit around CPU 6% and GPU 56%. At 1440p, that shifts to CPU 6% and GPU 82%, and at 4K it reaches CPU 6% and GPU 82%. This shows that GPU demand scales sharply with resolution while CPU load remains comparatively stable.
1440p (2K QHD) Low is the most balanced preset based on this dataset. It runs around CPU 6% (1-11%) and GPU 82% (77-86%), which keeps Radeon R9 290X well utilized without constant max-out behavior while Ryzen 7 7800X3D remains stable for consistent frame delivery.
Current utilization does not show an urgent upgrade requirement for either component; the Ryzen 7 7800X3D and Radeon R9 290X remain reasonably matched for this title.
Understanding Hardware Utilization: These percentages represent how much of your component's maximum processing power is actively being used during gameplay. They describe hardware load, but they do not directly tell you which component sets the FPS ceiling.
Important: a CPU or GPU can still be the FPS limiter without reaching 100% utilization. Two processors can both show 40% usage and still deliver very different frame rates, depending on per-core speed, cache, engine threading, driver overhead, and frame preparation efficiency.
Data generated by our Machine Learning engine trained on real-world benchmarks. Shows the approximate average utilization at each setting.
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 380% 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 Radeon R9 290X can run The Sims 4 smoothly up to 1440p achieving around 84 FPS at Ultra quality. Your GPU is 380% above the recommended specs, and your CPU is 180% above the recommended requirements.
This CPU + GPU combo costs approximately $444 ($384 CPU (Rank #212 Value) + $60 GPU). Since the GPU is the main limiting factor, investing in a stronger GPU will improve your framerates and overall value. For example, upgrading to the GeForce RTX 5060 for around $299 (Rank #2 for value) could deliver noticeably better performance.
For The Sims 4, upgrading the GPU would give you the most noticeable improvement. The Radeon R9 290X 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 low, 1080p medium, 1080p high, 1080p ultra, 1440p low, 1440p medium, 1440p high, 1440p ultra, 4k low, 4k medium, 4k high, 4k ultra.
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.
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 Radeon R9 290X 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.
