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5 years ago

Custom Build for TS4 - What are the best specs for maximum performance?

I would really appreciate some advice from those with computer knowledge!

 

I am currently playing The Sims 4 on a MacBook Pro from 2010, i have a few expansion packs. My game is set to the lowest graphic settings, it is slow, choppy, and can be laggy at times - I pretty much stopped playing because it’s just not an enjoyable experience. I have been playing The Sims since 2000, but always played on family computers with a mediocre experience.

 

It has been a dream of mine for years to have a PC/Desktop that runs TS with optimal performance. I want to be able to play the game with all expansion packs, game MODs, ultra graphic settings, fast and smooth panning, and no lagging. I’m considering a custom build because I am anticipating the release of The Sims 5 in the future, and I want to ensure that I can run this future (currently unannounced) game at maximum performance as well. I would prefer not to have to upgrade when the time comes, but custom build would allow the option if needed.

 

Essentially, I want this build to be the best it can be for the current game, while taking the future into consideration - I would rather it be overkill. Without budget constraints, what specs would you recommend?

Thank you in advance!

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  • @puzzlezaddict Please ignore my questions about the BIOS above lol! I've been doing more research tonight and watched more videos. Based on what you said and what I'm reading, it sounds safest to go with a board where I can flash the update. 

    Since some of my questions above are obsolete now, I wanted to simplify my ask (but no rush or pressure to reply) - if you were going to recommend a motherboard (that allows for the BIOS flash update) and RAM that are "better," what would you recommend? I've attached a picture of the current list. I'm open to any other pieces you'd recommend I change - again I really appreciate your advice.

    I'm sorry if some of my questions are silly at times. I hope I am not overcomplicating things. I know I still have a lot of research to do, and I will keep doing that. Thank you so much again for your help.