The Sims 4 killed my PC, will my new one survive ?
As the title suggests, the game killed my PC. It's my own fault, I tried to play it on higher settings with mods when my PC definitely couldn't handle. I sent it in 3 times in 2 months for repairs before I finally accepted the blue screen of death that became an all too familiar sight. I'm now looking to buy a new one and have my sight set on this one :
CPU: AMD Ryzen 5 2400G 3.9GHz Octa-Threaded Processor
CPU Cooler: Wreath Stealth
GPU: Vega 11 integrated graphics
Motherboard: B450 (AM4 Socket)
RAM: 8GB DDR4 2666MHz Memory
PSU: 500W 80+ Certified Power Supply
Case: Antec NX400 RGB Tempered Glass Gaming Case
Storage: 2TB 7200RPM HDD
OS: Windows 10 64-Bit Operating System
Can this PC handle it? Mods and ALL expansions included? Will it run well? For anyone that knows, I would really appreciate any help! Xx
@DeejaDat That build should certainly handle Sims 4 without breaking. The most common cause of actual hardware damage is excess heat, and the next most common is probably defects with other components. Running a game on settings that are too high for the hardware usually just causes lag, crashing, weird graphics glitches, and a generally unenjoyable playing experience.
Having said that, whether this particular computer is a good option for you depends on exactly what you want out of the game as well as your budget. Although the Vega 11 is a very strong integrated graphics card, it's still only integrated, and Sims 4 (like most games) will run better on a dedicated card. I would expect the Vega 11 to handle all packs together on medium or a mix of medium/high settings, but probably not ultra unless you don't mind seeing low framerates. The other components are good or great for TS4.
The power supply is actually overkill for the hardware listed, which makes me think that the build is set up for you to add your own GPU when you want. Is this something you'd be willing to do? It's not all that complicated, but it would require opening up the case, removing a couple of brackets, inserting the card, and (depending on the requirements of the GPU) possibly adding a cable from the power supply to the card.
Alternately, if this build is offered by a website that allows you to customize, you could add a GPU to the order and let the company take care of it.
If you're interested in seeing options that include a dedicated card, let me know your budget and country, and I can have a look around.
