Does Sims 4 harm your computer?

Replies (1)  Playing games like Sims 4 will not damage your PC, and your specs can certainly handle that game . . . The only side effect from playing games is over time wearing out your keyboard form the constant hammering on the keys - best option is to use a game controller.
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Does Sims mess up your computer?

Will the game harm your computer? In general no. If your computer is properly cooled there should be no reason to worry. If the cooling vents are blocked then it is possible any program could harm the computer by overheating.
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Does Sims slow down your computer?

Will the game slow the computer down? Again in general no. If the hardware meets or exceeds the minimum requires the game should run properly.
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Does Sims 4 use a lot of CPU?

Sims 4 is more CPU intensive than Sims 3, which is a common comparison to make, but that's about relative demands. To answer your question though, I think a Ryzen 5 3600 and an RTX 2060 would be more than fine, perhaps even a bit of overkill.
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Will Sims 4 ruin my macbook air?

It should run ok and you have plenty of RAM. But and there is a "but" please note the following. 1) You should not run on Ultra High graphic settings as this can damage your Mac in the long run. 2) Remember that the more content you add, the slower your game will run.
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Will Sims overheat my Mac?

The new MacBook Pro has an all-new, thinner, design so its thermal response to stress like 3D gaming might be hotter temps on the aluminum case. Laptops are not really designed to game, specially if your Mac does not have a dedicated GPU. You might need to down some of your graphic settings to cool down your computer.
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Is it OK to play Sims 4 on MacBook?

The Sims 4 for Mac is a digital-only release. The installation discs in all packaged editions of The Sims 4 are not Mac compatible, but players who buy a packaged PC-only version can still redeem the code in the box to access the Mac version through Origin. Download Origin for Mac on Origin.com.
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Does Sims 4 run well on laptops?

Also, since The Sims 4 is relatively old now, most modern laptops won't struggle when running it, which is good since that means you can find a lot of excellent budget-friendly deals.
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Is Sims 4 CPU or GPU heavy?

@ashleykfc Sims 4 is actually much more GPU intensive than CPU intensive. This is true of most games, with the exceptions being those like Cities: Skylines that require a lot of off-screen simulation. Sims 4 is more CPU intensive than Sims 3, which is a common comparison to make, but that's about relative demands.
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Is The Sims 4 a demanding game?

As far as recommended requirements go, The Sims 4 has some pretty low requirements which is great news for fans of the franchise.
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Is it safe to download The Sims 4?

And yes, of course it's safe, it's the official download. How do you download Sims 4 mods? You just have to click on “Downloads” at the top of the page, and then “The Sims 4”, and you can look at the different mods from there.
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How good of a computer do I need for Sims 4?

8 GB RAM is enough for Sims 4; even if 16 would be nice to have for multitasking, it's not strictly necessary. A 256 GB hard drive is small but can still fit the entire game and 100 GB of cc, not that you'd want to wait that long for the game to load.
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Can Sims 4 CC cause viruses?

You always run the risk of downloading a virus when downloading any and all CC. You should run a virus scan on everything you download.
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Can Sims get viruses?

They can, themselves, run malware. While you may have data stored and encrypted on the phone itself that the SIM may never be able to access, the same is not necessarily true of the data you transfer, the numbers you call, the content of your SMS and MMS messages or even the content of the phone calls themselves.
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Why does Sims 4 make my laptop overheat?

Most laptops don't do well on laps or soft surfaces like blankets or cushions. The Sims 4 is a massive game which asks a lot from your computer. Your computer isn't a very strong laptop, so the game will ask a lot from it. Depending on what kind of material it's made of it can become pretty hot.
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Can Sims 4 run on Windows 11?

Re: Sims 4 not working on Windows 11

The Sims 4 works well with Windows 11 so we need to look elsewhere. Move your Mods folder to the Desktop and delete localthumbcache. package. Rightclick the game in Origin and select Repair You need to wait for all packs to be repaired it will take some time.
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Is 8GB RAM good for Sims 4?

RAM is just one part but 8GB should be enough. Other important things are Graphics (most important), free space and to a lesser extend the CPU.
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What laptop is best for Sims 4?

HP Victus 15

With its Intel Core i5-12450H processor and NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1650 graphics, it delivers a smooth gaming experience that's hard to find at this price point. The bundled NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1650 provides adequate power to max out The Sims 4 on a laptop.
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What computers can Sims 4 run on?

What are the PC minimum system requirements for The Sims 4?
  • OS: 64-bit Windows 10.
  • CPU: Intel Core i3-3220 3.3 GHz (2 cores, 4 threads), AMD Ryzen 3 1200 3.1 GHz (4 cores), or better.
  • RAM: 4 GB RAM.
  • DISC DRIVE: DVD Rom Drive required for installation only.
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Will Sims 4 slow my Mac?

Re: Will the Sims 4 slow down my MacBook Air? The Sims 4 won't slow your Mac down but it's a very low spec.
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Which Mac can run Sims 4?

As long as you are running the following at a minimum, you should be able to download Sims 4 to your Mac: Mac recommended requirementsOS: Mac OS® X 10.11 or later. PROCESSOR: Intel Core i5 or better. VIDEO CARD: NVIDIA GeForce GTX 680, AMD Radeon RX 560 or better.
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Is it safe to buy from Origin?

Origin is owned and operated by one of the largest and longest successfully operating game development and publishing companies: Electronic Arts. Although their application does leave a lot to be desired, a lot of EA's games can only be found on there. Is it safe? Yes.
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Why does Sims make my computer hot?

The Sims 4 is a massive game which asks a lot from your computer. Your computer isn't a very strong laptop, so the game will ask a lot from it. Depending on what kind of material it's made of it can become pretty hot. Which is normal when playing heavy games.
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Are Macs good for Sims?

The M1 MacBook Air is capable of running Sims 4 smoothly. In fact, some users have reported that the game runs better on M1 Macs than on older Intel Macs.
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