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 197 FPS, suitable for 144Hz+ monitors. At 1440p, all settings exceed 175 FPS. At 4K, all settings exceed 143 FPS.
The GeForce RTX 4090 is 2070% above the recommended GPU (GeForce GTX 650) for The Sims 4. The Ryzen 9 7940HS is 145% above the recommended CPU (Core i5-4460).
The Ryzen 9 7940HS determines the performance ceiling at all 1080p settings, all 1440p settings, all 4k settings, while the GPU has headroom.
At 1440p high, the Ryzen 9 7940HS sets the ceiling at about 199 FPS, while the GeForce RTX 4090 could reach 302 FPS. In this scenario, the CPU limits the GPU potential by 34% (FPS gap: 103 FPS). Overall distribution: CPU limits 12/12 cells, GPU limits 0/12, balanced 0/12.
Your Ryzen 9 7940HS 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 14% | CPU Limits GPU 15% | CPU Limits GPU 19% | CPU Limits GPU 21% |
| 1440p (2K QHD) | CPU Limits GPU 26% | CPU Limits GPU 30% | CPU Limits GPU 34% | CPU Limits GPU 31% |
| 4K (Ultra HD) | CPU Limits GPU 24% | CPU Limits GPU 27% | CPU Limits GPU 32% | CPU Limits GPU 31% |
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.
| Resolution | Low | Medium | High | Ultra |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1080p (Full HD) | CPU5% - 15% <> GPU2% - 20% <> | CPU5% - 15% <> GPU2% - 20% <> | CPU5% - 15% <> GPU2% - 20% <> | CPU5% - 15% <> GPU2% - 20% <> |
| 1440p (2K QHD) | CPU5% - 15% <> GPU4% - 23% <> | CPU5% - 15% <> GPU4% - 23% <> | CPU5% - 15% <> GPU4% - 23% <> | CPU5% - 15% <> GPU4% - 23% <> |
| 4K (Ultra HD) | CPU5% - 15% <> GPU4% - 23% <> | CPU5% - 15% <> GPU4% - 23% <> | CPU5% - 15% <> GPU4% - 23% <> | CPU5% - 15% <> GPU4% - 23% <> |
The Ryzen 9 7940HS + GeForce RTX 4090 pairing runs this title with CPU utilization between 5% and 15% and GPU utilization between 2% and 23%. Ryzen 9 7940HS 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 14% at 4K, while CPU averages move from 10% to 10%.
Neither component is close to saturation: CPU tops out at 15% and GPU at 23%. This pattern suggests possible engine-side limits, an FPS cap, or workload constraints unrelated to raw hardware throughput.
At 1080p, averages sit around CPU 10% and GPU 11%. At 1440p, that shifts to CPU 10% and GPU 14%, and at 4K it reaches CPU 10% and GPU 14%. This shows that workload scaling is limited, which can indicate engine-side constraints.
1440p (2K QHD) Low is the most balanced preset based on this dataset. It runs around CPU 10% (5-15%) and GPU 14% (4-23%), which keeps GeForce RTX 4090 well utilized without constant max-out behavior while Ryzen 9 7940HS remains stable for consistent frame delivery.
Current utilization does not show an urgent upgrade requirement for either component; the Ryzen 9 7940HS 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.
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 145% 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 Ryzen 9 7940HS paired with the GeForce RTX 4090 can run The Sims 4 smoothly up to 4k achieving around 143 FPS at Ultra quality. Your GPU is 2070% above the recommended specs, and your CPU is 145% above the recommended requirements.
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.
For The Sims 4, upgrading the CPU would have the biggest impact on performance. The Ryzen 9 7940HS 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 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 9 7940HS 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.
