256GB SDD too small?

It depends.

If you only play TS4: yes, it's most likely enough. Currently, all of TS4 takes up about 35 GB on my system (although for the most part, I play a vanilla game, so there's not a lot of CC/mods clogging up space here - but 35 = base + all currently available DLC installed).

If you only play sims-games: it'll probably still be enough. Especially if you decide to install only one on your SSD and the rest on the HDD (I don't even think TS2/3 benefit all that much from being on an SSD, but I might be wrong). I only have 4 on my SSD currently & 3 + 4 on the HDD. I somehow doubt I'd notice much of a difference if I had put 4 on the HDD instead (loading aside), but I'd have to test it first to really have a reliable opinion on that.

If you play a lot of games: it could still be enough, honestly, especially if you only put one or two games on the SSD - that is, games that actually benefit from running on one (like to reduce hitching in open-world games). But, still, at this point, given that you're playing a lot of games & that SSDs are generally more energy-efficient, smoother and quieter, I'd probably consider going with a slightly larger one anyway. Although I'd still keep some games on the HDD.

All that being said: keep in mind that SSDs are mostly only good for reduced load times (including in-game loading), but don't otherwise impact in-game performance all that much. For TS4, especially, the most important thing for performance is your CPU.

Hope that helps!

If you have a dedicated SSD for the Sims games only then it should be enough. With an OS and other stuff on it not really. I have a 256 GB SSD in my laptop and it's really too small for all my uni apps and a few games.

Hmmm, the 3770 is good and the I5-85 looks better even though it lacks an SSD and has an smaller drive but beyond that the I5 is better as it has an 8th Generation CPU and the memory is DDR 4 in which the 3770 is an third Generation CPU uses DDR 3 which is older tech. But what it comes down to is the cost for each. The AMD 8300 I avoided because it is now dated as I do possess an 8350 and 8370. The 3770 is dated as well but the good thing about the I7s they age well and still can pack an punch and I did use the 3770K and had an good time with it. If you do wish to get an SSD or even an bigger HHD you can do so at an later time if you wish. But ultimely it is going to be your choice and you have to choose new tech or old tech and which one is going last the longest and what are the game developers asking for and at least try to get close as you can.

I just went through this whole ordeal when setting up my computer. At first I put everything on my SSD C drive, which was the same size. It filled up really quick, and my whole PC was running slower.

I ended up moving all my docs & my sims game to my 1 TB hhd. My sims game immediately ran faster. It was kinda a pain to set up because I originally set my documents to merge with OneDrive, so I ended up having to do a factory reset and set the files to save only on the PC. But hey it works great now.

As for @LadyEve I’d say the 2nd computer w/ an i7 processor sounds better at first glance. Especially if it has 4 tb on the hhd. 4 tb sounds like way more space than you’ll need. I’m not 100% sure of the quality for the 1st computer, but the 3rd computer seems to be weaker than the 2nd. I’d only consider the 3rd if it’s significantly cheaper and you’re on a budget.

For me, the third would be best as the tech used is within todays tech as the 8500 is the 8 generation and can game very well. The 3770 is an older CPU and Yes, it is an I7 but is an 3rd Generation CPU and the memory used is not better than the memory used on the 8500. It is easy to go with the I7 and the specs it has but I tend to look beyond that and buy what is going to be around the longest. You may be able to get by the I7 for an a while however time may not on its side as the tech is getting older The I7 can still pack an punch but its punch may not be as strong as when it first came out. The I7s are strong but unless you into crunching numbers or rocket science that may be excellent but I5s can help you get your gaming on. However it is going to be an purchase that must be carefully thought out and cost may play into your consideration. If you ask me I would go with three if you can do w/o an SSD or bigger hard drive which you can add on later if your budget allows it. I do believe the I5-8500 though is going to be higher as it is an 8th generation CPU

@LadyEve

I’ll be honest, none of those choices thrill me. I mean, the only i7 option has a six or seven year old processor. I’m not dropping a significant amount of money on a processor that old.

I’d rather have the i5 even though the 1050ti is kind of meh.

QUICK QUESTION

so I took everyone’s advice on board and I’m gonna use my HDD for sims until I upgrade my SSD just for safety of space.

My pc arrived today and my C drive is the SSD. I’ve moved all locations for origin to install on D Drive (HDD) but is there a way to get my Electronic Arts folder to be on the D drive?

"shanls96;c-17152701" wrote:
QUICK QUESTION

so I took everyone’s advice on board and I’m gonna use my HDD for sims until I upgrade my SSD just for safety of space.

My pc arrived today and my C drive is the SSD. I’ve moved all locations for origin to install on D Drive (HDD) but is there a way to get my Electronic Arts folder to be on the D drive?

@shanls96 Here's a video explains how to move documents (and any other folder you want moved).

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=my7BOwjra-g

@ChelleJo thank you! thank you also for putting up with my many questions over the past few weeks, you’ve honestly especially been so much help ?

@shanls96 You're welcome :)