Core i5-4590S vs Xeon L5639
The Core i5-4590S is much faster than the Xeon L5639 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.
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compare_arrowsWhich is better, Core i5-4590S or Xeon L5639?expand_more
The Core i5-4590S. It's 200% faster than the Xeon L5639 on average across 100+ games, scoring 27/100 vs 9/100 in our gaming rating.
speedHow much faster is Core i5-4590S than Xeon L5639?expand_more
200% 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 L5639?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 Core i5-4590S and Xeon L5639?expand_more
Performance: Core i5-4590S scores 27/100, Xeon L5639 scores 9/100. 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 L5639 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 L5639?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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