Core i5-4590S vs Xeon Platinum 8490H
The Core i5-4590S is quite a bit slower than the Xeon Platinum 8490H 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.
L3 Cachehelp
Xeon Platinum 8490H has 106.5 MB more L3 cache.
Base Frequencyhelp
Core i5-4590S has a 53% higher base clock.
LGA1150
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LGA4677Haswell
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Sapphire RapidsDesktop
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Server/WorkstationIntel HD 4600
Integrated GPUhelp
No Integrated GraphicsDDR3
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4800 MHz (DDR5)Not Overclockable
Overclock Supporthelp
Not OverclockableFrequently Asked Questions
compare_arrowsWhich is better, Core i5-4590S or Xeon Platinum 8490H?expand_more
The Xeon Platinum 8490H. It's 148% faster than the Core i5-4590S on average across 100+ games, scoring 67/100 vs 27/100 in our gaming rating.
speedHow much faster is Xeon Platinum 8490H than Core i5-4590S?expand_more
148% 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 Platinum 8490H?expand_more
The Xeon Platinum 8490H is faster at both resolutions. Toggle the resolution selector above to see per-game FPS.
paidIs the Xeon Platinum 8490H worth buying in 2026?expand_more
It scores 67/100 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 Platinum 8490H?expand_more
Performance: Core i5-4590S scores 27/100, Xeon Platinum 8490H scores 67/100. 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 Platinum 8490H 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 Platinum 8490H?expand_more
The Xeon Platinum 8490H is the stronger pick at 67/100. Compare your current CPU against it to see the exact FPS gain across 100+ games.
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