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Re: how much ram gb is needed to play sims?

@Millsyyy34  This computer should be able to run all Sims 4 content together, plus your mods and custom content, on ultra graphics settings.  If you see lag or framerate drops, it will likely be the game's fault, not your computer's.

You only need 8 GB RAM to run Sims 4 itself, although 16 GB is convenient for multitasking.  If you decide your want more memory though, it's cheap and easy to upgrade: another 8 GB might cost $35, and all that's required to install is to open your case and click the module into a slot.  Be sure to get something that matches the existing module in both speed and timings, or just get an identical stick, as in, it has the same product number.

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  • Millsyyy34's avatar
    Millsyyy34
    5 years ago

    Thank you so much!! I'm clueless when it comes to computers. 

  • dlbavisotto's avatar
    dlbavisotto
    Newcomer
    1 month ago

    When you say “multitasking” do you mean doing other things while playing sims or do you mean having lots of expansion packs? I have a lot of expansion packs but don’t ever do anything else besides play and am trying to figure out which new gaming laptop to buy. 

  • EA_Cath's avatar
    EA_Cath
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    1 month ago

    Hey dlbavisotto​ , this thread is quite old so I'm locking it to prevent necroposting. Feel free to create a new thread if you still need help with this issue!