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, frame rates range from 21 to 119 FPS depending on quality settings. At 1440p, frame rates range from 15 to 90 FPS. At 4K, frame rates range from 10 to 51 FPS.
The GeForce RTX 4090 is 2070% above the recommended GPU (GeForce GTX 650) for The Sims 4. The Xeon D-1715TER is 26% below recommended, but 42% above minimum.
The GeForce RTX 4090 sets the FPS ceiling at all 1080p settings, all 1440p settings, all 4k settings, while the Xeon D-1715TER still has additional frame-generation headroom.
This section is based on estimated CPU/GPU FPS ceilings, not utilization percentages.
At 1440p ultra, the GeForce RTX 4090 sets the ceiling at about 21 FPS, while the Xeon D-1715TER has headroom up to 153 FPS. In this scenario, the GPU limits the CPU potential by 86% (FPS gap: 132 FPS). Overall distribution: GPU limits 12/12 cells, CPU limits 0/12, balanced 0/12.
Your GeForce RTX 4090 is the limiting side in the heaviest mismatch. This means part of the Xeon D-1715TER frame-generation potential remains unused in those settings.
| Resolution | Low | Medium | High | Ultra |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1080p (Full HD) | GPU Limits CPU 42% | GPU Limits CPU 66% | GPU Limits CPU 80% | GPU Limits CPU 85% |
| 1440p (2K QHD) | GPU Limits CPU 54% | GPU Limits CPU 71% | GPU Limits CPU 82% | GPU Limits CPU 86% |
| 4K (Ultra HD) | GPU Limits CPU 63% | GPU Limits CPU 69% | GPU Limits CPU 81% | GPU Limits CPU 86% |
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) | CPU56% - 86% <> GPU10% - 26% <> | CPU56% - 86% <> GPU10% - 26% <> | CPU56% - 86% <> GPU10% - 26% <> | CPU56% - 86% <> GPU10% - 26% <> |
| 1440p (2K QHD) | CPU54% - 83% <> GPU49% - 52% <> | CPU54% - 83% <> GPU49% - 52% <> | CPU54% - 83% <> GPU49% - 52% <> | CPU54% - 83% <> GPU49% - 52% <> |
| 4K (Ultra HD) | CPU54% - 83% <> GPU49% - 52% <> | CPU54% - 83% <> GPU49% - 52% <> | CPU54% - 83% <> GPU49% - 52% <> | CPU54% - 83% <> GPU49% - 52% <> |
The Xeon D-1715TER + GeForce RTX 4090 pairing runs this title with CPU utilization between 54% and 86% and GPU utilization between 10% and 52%. Xeon D-1715TER stays in a controlled operating range, while GeForce RTX 4090 is utilized efficiently without persistent saturation. As resolution scales, average GPU load rises from 18% at 1080p to 50% at 4K, while CPU averages move from 71% to 68%.
The utilization pattern is relatively even. The GeForce RTX 4090 reaches 50% average at its highest-load preset, while the Xeon D-1715TER peaks at 71% 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 71% and GPU 18%. At 1440p, that shifts to CPU 68% and GPU 50%, and at 4K it reaches CPU 68% and GPU 50%. 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 68% (54-83%) and GPU 50% (49-52%), which keeps GeForce RTX 4090 well utilized without constant max-out behavior while Xeon D-1715TER remains stable for consistent frame delivery.
Current utilization does not show an urgent upgrade requirement for either component; the Xeon D-1715TER and GeForce RTX 4090 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 26% below recommended and your GPU is 2070% below recommended, but both meet minimum specs. Playable at Low/Medium settings, 1080p or below.
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The Xeon D-1715TER and GeForce RTX 4090 will struggle to run The Sims 4 at smooth framerates. At 1080p Ultra, you can expect around 21 FPS which is classified as "struggling". Consider lowering settings or upgrading your hardware.
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.
Your GeForce RTX 4090 is already a top-tier graphics card. While it's technically the limiting factor here (which means you are fully utilizing your GPU's visual horsepower exactly as intended), there is no meaningful upgrade path that would drastically improve your The Sims 4 performance right now. GPU fully utilized 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 setup meets the minimum requirements but falls short of the recommended specs. You may need to lower some settings for smooth performance.
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.
