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CPU Comparison: FPS, Specs & Value

A8-9600 vs Core i5-4590S

The A8-9600 is quite a bit slower than the Core i5-4590S on average across 100+ games. We cannot compare value as at least one CPU is out of stock.

  • Is 3 years and 3 months newer
  • Up to 57% faster on average across 100+ games

FPS Comparison Across Popular Games

Predicted average FPS at 1080p, 1440p, and 4K, based on real game benchmarks.

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Quality

Specs & Benchmark Comparison

Side-by-side specs, synthetic benchmarks, and key hardware differences.

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Core i5-4590S ranks 14 points higher.

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A8-9600
3.1 GHz

A8-9600 has a 7% higher base clock.

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A8-9600
3.4 GHz

Core i5-4590S boosts 6% higher.

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AM4
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LGA1150
Bristol Ridge
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Haswell
Desktop
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Desktop
Radeon R7
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Intel HD 4600
2400 MHz (DDR4)
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DDR3
Not Overclockable
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Not Overclockable

Frequently Asked Questions

compare_arrowsWhich is better, A8-9600 or Core i5-4590S?expand_more
The Core i5-4590S. It's 108% faster than the A8-9600 on average across 100+ games, scoring 27/100 vs 13/100 in our gaming rating.
speedHow much faster is Core i5-4590S than A8-9600?expand_more
108% faster on average. The gap varies by game and resolution, check the per-game FPS comparison above.
aspect_ratioWhich is better for 1440p and 4K gaming, A8-9600 or Core i5-4590S?expand_more
The Core i5-4590S is faster at both resolutions. Toggle the resolution selector above to see per-game FPS.
paidIs the Core i5-4590S worth buying in 2026?expand_more
It scores 27/100 in our gaming rating, faster than most CPUs on the market. Good buy if the price is right.
differenceWhat is the difference between A8-9600 and Core i5-4590S?expand_more
Performance: A8-9600 scores 13/100, Core i5-4590S scores 27/100. They also differ in core count, clock speeds, L3 cache, and power draw. Full breakdown in the specs section above.
compressWill the A8-9600 or Core i5-4590S bottleneck my PC?expand_more
Depends on the rest of your build, especially your GPU. Swap the paired GPU in the FPS section above to see if it limits performance, or use our bottleneck calculator for a full analysis.
upgradeIs it worth upgrading to the A8-9600 or Core i5-4590S?expand_more
The Core i5-4590S is the stronger pick at 27/100. Compare your current CPU against it to see the exact FPS gain across 100+ games.

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