The Sims 4
PC requirements, performance and Steam Deck status
- Minimum
- Core i3-3220
- Recommended
- GeForce GTX 650
- 60 fps 1080p high
- GeForce GTX 1630 (~103 fps, est.)
- Steam Deck
- Steam Deck Playable · ~97 fps ultra (est.)
- Genres
- Adventure, Casual, Simulation, Free To Play
- Release
- Jun 18, 2020
- Developer
- Maxis
- Publisher
- Electronic Arts
Play with life and discover the possibilities. Unleash your imagination and create a world of Sims that’s wholly unique. Explore and customize every detail from Sims to homes–and much more.
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What you need for The Sims 4
The Sims 4 needs about a GeForce GTX 1630 for 60 fps at 1080p high and a GeForce GTX 1630 at 1440p (pcgaming.io estimate, medium confidence, ±20%, model v0, data updated 2026-09-24).
| Target | Graphics card (at least) | Processor (at least) |
|---|---|---|
| 1080p · 60 fps · High | GeForce GTX 1630 | Core i3-9100F |
| 1080p · 144 fps · Medium | Radeon RX 6400 | Ryzen 5 3600 |
| 1440p · 60 fps · High | GeForce GTX 1630 | Core i3-9100F |
| 1440p · 120 fps · High | Radeon RX 6400 | Core i5-9400F |
| 4K · 60 fps · High | Radeon RX 6400 | Core i3-9100F |
Slowest current desktop parts (2020+ GPUs, 2019+ CPUs) our model expects to reach each target. Best GPUs for The Sims 4 →
Estimated FPS on popular graphics cards (high preset)
| Graphics card | 1080p | 1440p | 4K |
|---|---|---|---|
| GeForce GTX 1650 | 171 | 120 | 72 |
| GeForce GTX 1060 6GB | 240 | 168 | 101 |
| GeForce RTX 2060 6GB | 300+ | 252 | 151 |
| Radeon RX 6600 | 300+ | 276 | 166 |
| GeForce RTX 3060 12GB | 300+ | 300 | 180 |
| GeForce RTX 4060 Laptop GPU | 300+ | 300+ | 187 |
| Radeon RX 7600 | 300+ | 300+ | 209 |
| GeForce RTX 4060 | 300+ | 300+ | 212 |
| GeForce RTX 3070 | 300+ | 300+ | 248 |
| GeForce RTX 4070 | 300+ | 300+ | 300+ |
| Radeon RX 7800 XT | 300+ | 300+ | 300+ |
| GeForce RTX 5070 | 300+ | 300+ | 300+ |
| Radeon RX 9070 XT | 300+ | 300+ | 300+ |
| GeForce RTX 4080 | 300+ | 300+ | 300+ |
| GeForce RTX 5090 | 300+ | 300+ | 300+ |
Estimated FPS from our model (v0), based on the game's published requirements and relative GPU/CPU performance. Not measured. Real results vary with drivers, patches, and scenes. Values above 300 fps show as 300+. Data updated 2026-09-24.
The Sims 4 system requirements
| Minimum | Recommended | |
|---|---|---|
| OS | 64 Bit Required. Windows 10 | 64 Bit Windows 10 |
| Processor | 3.3 GHz Intel Core i3-3220 (2 cores, 4 threads), AMD Ryzen 3 1200 3.1 GHz (4 cores) or better | Intel core i5 (4 cores), AMD Ryzen 5 or better No specific model named. Estimated from the legacy requirement. |
| Graphics | 128 MB of Video RAM and support for Pixel Shader 3.0. Supported Video Cards: NVIDIA GeForce 6600 or better, ATI Radeon X1300 or better, Intel GMA X4500 or better No specific model named. Estimated from the video memory requirement. | 1 GB of Video RAM, NVIDIA GTX 650, AMD Radeon HD 7750, or better |
| Memory | 4 GB | 8 GB |
| Video memory | — | 1 GB |
| Storage | 26 GB | 51 GB |
| DirectX | Version 11 | Version 11 |
Source: Steam.
The Sims 4 on handheld PCs
Valve rating: Steam Deck Playable
Steam Deck · playable
- !Default controller configuration not fully functional
- !Controller glyphs do not match Steam Deck device
- !Text input does not automatically invokes keyboard
- !Interface text is not legible
- ✓Default configuration is performant
- ✗First time setup requires active internet connection
- ✗Singleplayer gameplay requires active internet connection
Steam Machine · playable
- !Default controller configuration not fully functional
- !Controller glyphs do not match device
- !Text input does not automatically invokes keyboard
- ✓Default configuration is performant
- ✗First time setup requires active internet connection
- ✗Singleplayer gameplay requires active internet connection
SteamOS · playable
- !Game startup functional
- ✗Default controller configuration not fully functional
- ✗Text input does not automatically invokes keyboard
- ✗First time setup requires active internet connection
- ✗Singleplayer gameplay requires active internet connection
| Handheld | Native resolution | Estimated FPS | Verdict |
|---|---|---|---|
| Steam Deck OLED | 1280×800 | 97 ultra | Steam Deck Playable |
| ROG Ally X | 1920×1080 | 130 ultra | Steam Deck Playable · faster GPU |
| ROG Xbox Ally X | 1920×1080 | 151 ultra | Steam Deck Playable · faster GPU |
| Legion Go 2 | 1920×1200 | 135 ultra | Steam Deck Playable · faster GPU |
| MSI Claw 8 AI+ | 1920×1200 | 135 ultra | Steam Deck Playable · faster GPU |
Each handheld at its own screen resolution, on the best preset that holds 30 fps. Steam Deck verdicts are Valve's rating.
Details
- Controller support
- Keyboard & mouse
- DLC
- 114
- Engine
- proprietary engine
- Features
- Single-playerSteam Trading CardsIn-App PurchasesMouse Only OptionPlayable without Timed InputSave AnytimeStereo SoundSurround SoundRemote Play on Tablet
- Languages (18)
- English, French, Italian, German, Spanish - Spain, Czech, Danish, Dutch, Japanese, Norwegian, Polish, Portuguese - Brazil, Russian, Swedish, Finnish, Traditional Chinese, Simplified Chinese, Korean
Latest news & patches
- Sul Sul, Smarter Sims!2026-09-22
- Share Your CAS & Build/Buy Feedback: Choose Your Favorites2026-09-15
- Laundry List: Upcoming Fixes and Features - Sept 15, 20262026-09-15
- On Wednesdays, Sims Wear Pink2026-08-27
- Free Content and New Performance Cache!Patch2026-08-25
- New Mean Girls and Clueless Kits are coming to The Sims 4 on August 272026-08-18
Official announcements via Steam.
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FAQ
Can The Sims 4 run on a GTX 1650?
Yes. The GeForce GTX 1650 is well above The Sims 4's recommended spec. We estimate ~171 fps at 1080p high (range 137–206, medium confidence, ±20%), GPU-limited. At 1440p high expect ~120 fps, so every preset holds 60 fps. Its 4 GB of video memory covers the 1 GB the game recommends. Every preset on the GTX 1650.
Can The Sims 4 run on Steam Deck?
Yes, with issues. Valve rates The Sims 4 Steam Deck Playable. At the Steam Deck OLED's native 1280×800 we estimate ~97 fps on the ultra preset (range 78–116, medium confidence, ±20%). 60 fps is reachable on the ultra preset. Presets for 30/40/60 fps on Steam Deck OLED.
What graphics card do I need for The Sims 4 at 1440p?
For 60 fps at 1440p high, our model points to a GeForce GTX 1630 or faster: ~72 fps (range 58–86, medium confidence, ±20%). At 1080p high a GeForce GTX 1630 is enough. 4K at 60 fps needs a Radeon RX 6400. All are the slowest current desktop cards per target. Best GPUs for The Sims 4 by brand.
Can I run The Sims 4 on a laptop?
Yes, with a fast enough GPU. Of the 30 laptop GPUs we list, the GeForce GTX 1650 Laptop GPU is the slowest expected to reach 60 fps at 1080p high: ~137 fps (range 110–165, medium confidence, ±20%). The Sims 4 on the GeForce GTX 1650 Laptop GPU.
How much RAM does The Sims 4 need?
The publisher's Steam listing asks for 4 GB of RAM minimum and 8 GB recommended for The Sims 4. For the graphics card it lists video memory of 1 GB recommended.
How much storage does The Sims 4 take?
The Sims 4 needs 51 GB of free storage according to the publisher's recommended spec on Steam. The minimum operating system is 64 Bit Required. Windows 10.