Best PC for TS4?
Hi all. My current computer is on it's way out, so I am in need of a new Desktop PC. I want to make sure it's a good PC to play the Sims on, with good graphics. But, here's the catch, I know literall...
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"logion;c-17882661" wrote:"wrswrs2;c-17882646" wrote:"logion;c-17882578" wrote:"wrswrs2;c-17882573" wrote:"logion;c-17882572" wrote:"Felicity;c-17882569" wrote:"logion;c-17882438" wrote:"wrswrs2;c-17882422" wrote:"trophy;c-17882257" wrote:"logion;c-17882214" wrote:"SimmerGeorge;c-17882197" wrote:"logion;c-17881957" wrote:
Unless you really want a laptop, go for a gaming desktop PC, they are cheaper than gaming laptops and they generally last longer.
Other than that, it's up to how much you want to spend. You can probably get pretty decent performance in the game with a Desktop PC for $1200. The sims4 have gotten pretty CPU demanding over the years so I recommend getting something with a good CPU, that will cost more though ($1500+).
You can buy something cheaper than that, but I would recommend spending at least this if you play the sims4 a lot, might as well spend a little bit more money on things that you enjoy doing.
@logion I really wanna disagree with this. I'm playing on ultra settings in HD on a 750$ pre-built PC. The Sims 4 isn't demanding at all, you don't need to pay that much.
@SimmerGeorge you managed to get a good gaming PC for that little money? What GPU and CPU does it use?
The impression that I have gotten of the sims4 is that it's actually pretty demanding if you want to have lots with a lot of build items and render it at a good framerate.
Think it depends too on how you play the game. I looked at the OP’s tumblr accounts linked in their signature to get a feel for their play style and the sims are wearing alpha hair which can have high polygons. If they only use for photos it is probably fine but gameplay would probably require a stronger pc as @logion suggested.
@wrswrs2 how do you currently play the game? Do you download and use cc, especially higher polygon or alpha? Is that only for photos and do you play with only vanilla assets? Any other games you wish to play now or in the future? Do you have a budget in mind? This might help in finding the right PC for you.
Usually I use the alpha for photos, but when I play the game I don't use it. I do like a lot of CC though. Mostly CAS, but some build mode as well Usually I just like building and then taking photos, but I do also play legacy challenges.
To those that suggested laptops, I am not a fan of them. I like having a big monitor and separate keyboard + mouse etc.
Also it took me like 25 minutes just to get this computer on today. So I don't think I can really wait to do a custom one. I just need something prebuilt and ready to order.
Is this a good opion, or is it to over laded?
https://www.bestbuy.com/site/cyberpowerpc-gamer-master-gaming-desktop-amd-ryzen-5-3600-8gb-memory-amd-radeon-rx-580-500gb-ssd/6452139.p?skuId=6452139&fbclid=IwAR07U9gX_G1jop5c9x-Mj4Cmmw5D89nH2XCItAnnssW7Rg2fYIL-hqaBziU
I guess I can afford a little over 1,000, but much over that is too much. My current computer was around $800 and barely lasted me 4 years.
That's a good price for a computer with a RTX 3060, the only thing I would do is upgrade to 16GB RAM. I think investing in a computer like that one you linked is a good decision so you will get something that will last.
That doesn't have an 3600 RTX -- that's the AMD CPU. It has a radeon rx 580 which, while not bad at all, is the equivalent to a 1660 gtx.
I just noticed and changed what I commented, so yeah, I think the first one you linked was the best one. Upgrading that one to 16GB is not difficult.
Okay, so this one from Best Buy is the best option then?
https://www.bestbuy.com/site/cyberpowerpc-gamer-master-gaming-desktop-amd-ryzen-5-3600-8gb-memory-amd-radeon-rx-580-500gb-ssd/6452139.p?skuId=6452139&fbclid=IwAR07U9gX_G1jop5c9x-Mj4Cmmw5D89nH2XCItAnnssW7Rg2fYIL-hqaBziU
Al the talk of radeon rx 580 or 3600 RTX is too confusing for me :lol: I am hopeless with computer specs!
I think the best one is the computer with the RTX 3060. Maybe you could call the shop and ask why 16GB is not available (I'm assuming that it's because they are out of 8GB RAM cards), maybe it's possible to find a solution, like buying two additional 4GB cards instead.
How about these specs for an HP Gaming Computer?
Primary Specs
Base HP Pavilion Gaming Desktop PC
Operating system Windows 10 Home
Processor AMD Ryzen™ 5 4600G (3.7 GHz up to 4.2 GHz, 8 MB L3 cache, 6 cores)
Memory 16 GB DDR4-3200 SDRAM (2 x 8 GB)
Storage 512 SSD storage
Secondary storage No Secondary storage
Graphics card NVIDIA® GeForce® RTX 2060 Super 8GB (GDDR6 dedicated)
Additional Specs
Chassis and Power supply Shadow black front bezel, Acid Green Chrome logo with 400W Power supply
Networking Realtek Canary ac 2x2 +Bluetooth 5 M.2 2230 PCI-e+USB WW with 2 Antennas
Productivity software Office Trial
McAfee LiveSafe™ security software McAfee Livesafe (30 day)
Keyboard and mouse HP black wired keyboard with volume control and wired optical mouse kit
Base Unit BU RCTO PAV GAM UMA B550A TG01-1 US
Country kit CKIT HP CTO PAV 20C2 US
Cycle AV 20C2 Cycle AV
OpSysSW Localization OSLOC US
Technical AV 3 DIB Omen Command Center Flyer US
Warranty WARR 1/1/0 US
It comes out to $1164.99
OR
It can have Graphics card NVIDIA® GeForce® RTX 1660 Super (6GB GDDR6 dedicated)
Those specs are good, the 2060 is better than the 1660, it has more memory.
I see that it's a pay in full and I can not afford that.
Best Buy has a payment plan with their credit card, which I have, so I guess I am going with that one and I can update the RAM at some other point.
Thanks all for your help!!
I greatly appreciate it! :)
