Core i5-4590S vs Xeon Gold 5520+
The Core i5-4590S is slightly slower than the Xeon Gold 5520+ on average across 100+ games. We cannot compare value as at least one CPU is out of stock.
FPS Comparison Across Popular Games
Predicted average FPS at 1080p, 1440p, and 4K, based on real game benchmarks.
Specs & Benchmark Comparison
Side-by-side specs, synthetic benchmarks, and key hardware differences.
Base Frequencyhelp
Core i5-4590S has a 32% higher base clock.
LGA1150
Sockethelp
LGA4677Haswell
Codenamehelp
Emerald RapidsDesktop
Segmenthelp
Server/WorkstationIntel HD 4600
Integrated GPUhelp
No Integrated GraphicsDDR3
RAMhelp
4800 MHz (DDR5)Not Overclockable
Overclock Supporthelp
Not OverclockableFrequently Asked Questions
compare_arrowsWhich is better, Core i5-4590S or Xeon Gold 5520+?expand_more
The Xeon Gold 5520+. It's 52% faster than the Core i5-4590S on average across 100+ games, scoring 41/100 vs 27/100 in our gaming rating.
speedHow much faster is Xeon Gold 5520+ than Core i5-4590S?expand_more
52% 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, Core i5-4590S or Xeon Gold 5520+?expand_more
The Xeon Gold 5520+ is faster at both resolutions. Toggle the resolution selector above to see per-game FPS.
paidIs the Xeon Gold 5520+ worth buying in 2026?expand_more
It scores 41/100 in our gaming rating, faster than most CPUs on the market. Good buy if the price is right.
differenceWhat is the difference between Core i5-4590S and Xeon Gold 5520+?expand_more
Performance: Core i5-4590S scores 27/100, Xeon Gold 5520+ scores 41/100. They also differ in core count, clock speeds, L3 cache, and power draw. Full breakdown in the specs section above.
compressWill the Core i5-4590S or Xeon Gold 5520+ 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 Core i5-4590S or Xeon Gold 5520+?expand_more
The Xeon Gold 5520+ is the stronger pick at 41/100. Compare your current CPU against it to see the exact FPS gain across 100+ games.
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