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Can my PC run The Simsā¢ 3?
Released 2011 Ā· SIMULATION Ā· Metacritic 86
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Pick your CPU and GPU above to see predicted FPS for The Simsā¢ 3.
System Requirements (from Steam)
Minimum
- CPU
- (XP) 2.0 GHz P4 processor or equivalent; (Vista) 2.4 GHz P4 processor or equivalent
- GPU
- 128 MB Video Card with support for Pixel Shader 2.0
- RAM
- 1 GB
Frequently Asked
Can my PC run The Simsā¢ 3?
The Simsā¢ 3 (2011) requires at least (XP) 2.0 GHz P4 processor or equivalent; (Vista) 2.4 GHz P4 processor or equivalent, 128 MB Video Card with support for Pixel Shader 2.0, and 1 GB RAM at minimum settings. Use the picker below to check your specific hardware.
What FPS can I expect in The Simsā¢ 3?
FPS varies by resolution and GPU. Pick your hardware below to see predicted FPS at 1080p, 1440p, and 4K with DLSS, FSR, and Frame Generation.
Does The Simsā¢ 3 support DLSS or FSR?
The Simsā¢ 3 does not currently support upscalers.