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crinrict's avatar
crinrict
Hero+
11 years ago

[INFO] CAN I RUN IT - Please post here

There's many threads where people ask if they can run the game.

Let's make one thread here where you can post your DxDiag and have them check.

If you want someone to have your computer specs checked, pleas post your Computer's DxDiag in here and subscribe to it so you get informed when there's an answer.

To gather a DxDiag on your computer, please follow the steps here: http://answers.ea.com/t5/The-Sims-3/HOW-TO-DxDiag-for-Sims-3-PC-Only/td-p/1049584/

You can also check your graphic card through this link: http://www.videocardbenchmark.net/high_end_gpus.html or this: *WIP* Supported Graphics Card List (The Sims 4 Edition)

Find the recommended card and find yours. The value should be higher.

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The Minimum requirements are as follows. Be aware that those are bare minium and you might run into issue once Add-Ons and stuff are rolling out.

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REQUIRED: Internet connection required for product activation.  

After the inital activation, Origin can be put in offline mode but you can't turn of or uninstall Origin.

OS: Windows XP (SP3), Windows Vista (SP2), Windows 7 (SP1), Windows 8, or Windows 8.1 

PROCESSOR: 1.8 GHz Intel Core 2 Duo, AMD Athlon 64 Dual-Core 4000+ or equivalent (For computers using built-in graphics chipsets, the game requires 2.0 GHz Intel Core 2 Duo, 2.0 GHz AMD Turion 64 X2 TL-62 or equivalent) MEMORY: At least 2 GB RAM 

HARD DRIVE: At least 9 GB of free space with at least 1 GB additional space for custom content and saved games 

DVD-ROM: DVD ROM drive required for installation only 

VIDEO CARD: 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 

SOUND CARD: DirectX 9.0c Compatible 

DIRECTX: DirectX 9.0c compatible 

INPUT: Keyboard and Mouse

Also see this for further details: System Specs and Platform Information

The recommended specs are as follows

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REQUIRED: Internet connection required for product activation.

OS: 64 Bit Windows 7,8, or 8.1

PROCESSOR: Intel core i5 or faster, AMD Athlon X4

MEMORY: 4GB RAM

HARD DRIVE: At least 9 GB of free space with at least 1 GB additional space for custom content and saved games

DVD-ROM: DVD ROM drive required for installation only

VIDEO CARD: NVIDIA GTX 650 or better

SOUND CARD: DirectX 9.0c Compatible

DIRECTX: DirectX 9.0c compatible

INPUT: Keyboard and Mouse
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  • nevisonclan's avatar
    nevisonclan
    6 years ago

    So I have no idea on specs but a friend helped me to build this and I wanted to see if it would run sims 4 and expansion packs? 

    As I said I am not good with specs so simply sending me the specs would not help me at all, I need to know specifically what I would need to change. 

    Thank you in advance 

    Processor (CPU)Intel® Core™ i3 Quad Core Processor i3-8100 (3.60GHz) 6MB Cache
    MotherboardASUS® H310M-A R2.0: Micro-ATX, DDR4, LGA1151, USB 3.1, SATA 6GBs
    Memory (RAM)8GB Corsair VENGEANCE DDR4 2400MHz (2 x 4GB)
    Graphics Card2GB NVIDIA GEFORCE GTX 1050 - DVI, HDMI, DP
    1st Storage Drive1TB SEAGATE BARRACUDA SATA-III 3.5" HDD, 6GB/s, 7200RPM, 64MB CACHE
    DVD/BLU-RAY DriveNOT REQUIRED
    Power SupplyFSP 250W 80+ BRONZE POWER SUPPLY (For PCS 3312B BLACK Case Only)
    Power Cable1 x 1 Metre UK Power Cable (Kettle Lead)
    Processor CoolingSTANDARD CPU COOLER
    Thermal PasteSTANDARD THERMAL PASTE FOR SUFFICIENT COOLING
    Sound CardONBOARD 6 CHANNEL (5.1) HIGH DEF AUDIO (AS STANDARD)
    Wireless/Wired NetworkingWIRELESS 802.11N 300Mbps/2.4GHz PCI-E CARD
    USB/Thunderbolt OptionsMIN. 2 x USB 3.0 & 2 x USB 2.0 PORTS @ BACK PANEL + MIN. 2 FRONT PORTS
    Operating SystemGenuine Windows 10 Home 64 Bit - inc. Single Licence
    Operating System LanguageUnited Kingdom - English Language
    Windows Recovery MediaWindows 10 Multi-Language Recovery Image - Unlimited Downloads from Online Account
    Office SoftwareFREE 30 Day Trial of Microsoft® Office® 365 (Operating System Required)
    Anti-VirusBullGuard™ Internet Security - Free 90 Day License inc. Gamer Mode
    BrowserMicrosoft® Edge (Windows 10 Only)
    MonitorAOC 21.5" E2270SWDN LED Monitor. 1920 x 1080, 5MS
    Keyboard & MousePCS S300 USB MEDIA KEYBOARD
    MouseLOGITECH® OPTICAL USB MOUSE
    Warranty3 Year Standard Warranty (1 Month Collect & Return, 1 Year Parts, 3 Year Labour)
    DeliverySTANDARD INSURED DELIVERY TO UK MAINLAND (MON-FRI)
    Build TimeStandard Build - Approximately 8 to 11 working days
    Promotional ItemFREE Geforce Fortnite bundle w/ select GTX cards
    Welcome BookPCSpecialist Welcome Book - United Kingdom & Republic of Ireland
  • crinrict's avatar
    crinrict
    Hero+
    6 years ago

    Hi @WallFlower26 

    your graphics chip is below minimum requirements and the RAM is also minimum,

    You might be able to run just the base game on low graphics settings but I don't think you can run all the expansions/packs.

    Since the base game is currently free, you can just try how well it works :D

  • crinrict's avatar
    crinrict
    Hero+
    6 years ago

    Hi @WallFlower26 

    the settings ? Click on the three dots in the upper right corner and go to the graphics settings.

    Choose low there.

    If that's not it, could you be a bit more specific ?

  • WallFlower26's avatar
    WallFlower26
    6 years ago

    'Your graphics chip is below minimum requirements and the RAM is also minimum'

    How do I improve those...

    Is that any more specific?

    Thank you.

  • crinrict's avatar
    crinrict
    Hero+
    6 years ago
    Only option to improve those is to get a better computer, sadly.
  • crinrict's avatar
    crinrict
    Hero+
    6 years ago

    Hi @WallFlower26 

    as you can see in this forum, many helpers here are happy to help you find something that fits you.

    I would create your own thread, asking for help picking something. State which country you live in and what your approx. budget is.

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