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 225 FPS, suitable for 144Hz+ monitors. At 1440p, all settings exceed 240 FPS. At 4K, all settings exceed 172 FPS.
The GeForce RTX 4090 is 2070% above the recommended GPU (GeForce GTX 650) for The Sims 4. The Xeon E-2456 is 69% above the recommended CPU (Core i5-4460).
The Xeon E-2456 sets the FPS ceiling at 1080p (low/high/ultra), 1440p low, 4k ultra, while the GeForce RTX 4090 still has headroom. The FPS ceiling is closely matched at 1080p medium, 1440p (medium/high/ultra), 4k (low/medium/high).
Approximated average price on current market:
Combo price: $1938. At 1080p Ultra, this combo delivers 225 FPS, equivalent to 0.12 FPS per dollar.
| Resolution | Low | Medium | High | Ultra |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1080p | 0.172 fps/$ | 0.152 fps/$ | 0.132 fps/$ | 0.116 fps/$ |
| 1440p | 0.170 fps/$ | 0.171 fps/$ | 0.147 fps/$ | 0.124 fps/$ |
| 4k | 0.138 fps/$ | 0.138 fps/$ | 0.119 fps/$ | 0.089 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 Xeon E-2456 sets the ceiling at about 168 FPS, while the GeForce RTX 4090 could reach 194 FPS. In this scenario, the CPU limits the GPU potential by 13% (FPS gap: 26 FPS). Overall distribution: CPU limits 6/12 cells, GPU limits 0/12, balanced 6/12.
The Xeon E-2456 and GeForce RTX 4090 stay close in effective frame-generation ceiling across most presets, so neither side consistently suppresses the other by a large margin.
| Resolution | Low | Medium | High | Ultra |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1080p (Full HD) | CPU Limits GPU 7% | Balanced | CPU Limits GPU 8% | CPU Limits GPU 9% |
| 1440p (2K QHD) | CPU Limits GPU 10% | Balanced | Balanced | CPU Limits GPU 6% |
| 4K (Ultra HD) | Balanced | Balanced | Balanced | CPU Limits GPU 13% |
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) | CPU10% - 31% <> GPU4% - 31% <> | CPU10% - 31% <> GPU4% - 31% <> | CPU10% - 31% <> GPU4% - 31% <> | CPU10% - 31% <> GPU4% - 31% <> |
| 1440p (2K QHD) | CPU9% - 26% <> GPU3% - 33% <> | CPU9% - 26% <> GPU3% - 33% <> | CPU9% - 26% <> GPU3% - 33% <> | CPU9% - 26% <> GPU3% - 33% <> |
| 4K (Ultra HD) | CPU9% - 26% <> GPU3% - 33% <> | CPU9% - 26% <> GPU3% - 33% <> | CPU9% - 26% <> GPU3% - 33% <> | CPU9% - 26% <> GPU3% - 33% <> |
The Xeon E-2456 + GeForce RTX 4090 pairing runs this title with CPU utilization between 9% and 31% and GPU utilization between 3% and 33%. Xeon E-2456 keeps significant headroom across presets, while GeForce RTX 4090 is utilized efficiently without persistent saturation. As resolution scales, average GPU load rises from 18% at 1080p to 18% at 4K, while CPU averages move from 20% to 18%.
Neither component is close to saturation: CPU tops out at 31% and GPU at 33%. This pattern suggests possible engine-side limits, an FPS cap, or workload constraints unrelated to raw hardware throughput. It also shows why low utilization does not automatically mean there is no FPS limiter.
At 1080p, averages sit around CPU 20% and GPU 18%. At 1440p, that shifts to CPU 18% and GPU 18%, and at 4K it reaches CPU 18% and GPU 18%. This shows that workload scaling is limited, which can indicate engine-side constraints.
1080p (Full HD) Low is the most balanced preset based on this dataset. It runs around CPU 20% (10-31%) and GPU 18% (4-31%), which keeps GeForce RTX 4090 well utilized without constant max-out behavior while Xeon E-2456 remains stable for consistent frame delivery.
Current utilization does not show an urgent upgrade requirement for either component; the Xeon E-2456 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 69% 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 Xeon E-2456 paired with the GeForce RTX 4090 can run The Sims 4 smoothly up to 4k achieving around 172 FPS at Ultra quality. Your GPU is 2070% above the recommended specs, and your CPU is 69% above the recommended requirements.
This CPU + GPU combo costs approximately $1938 ($289 CPU (Rank #215 Value) + $1649 GPU (Rank #77 Value)). Since the CPU is the main limiting factor, investing in a stronger processor will improve your framerates and overall value. For example, the Xeon Platinum 8454H is a great upgrade option for around $6540 (Rank #1 for value).
For The Sims 4, upgrading the CPU would have the biggest impact on performance. The Xeon E-2456 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 high, 1080p ultra, 1440p low, 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 Xeon E-2456 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.
