Overwatch 2
1080p@60Hz·13:52 played
SaraBray·4h ago
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FPSAverage
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FPS1% Low
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16 GB
78%usage
Core i5-4690 vs Ryzen 5 5500
The Core i5-4690 is quite a bit slower than the Ryzen 5 5500 on average across 100+ games. However, it's a slightly better value for money, as it's $35.41 cheaper!
Core i5-469023% Score
Ryzen 5 550043% Score
- Up to 51% faster on average across 100+ games
- Is 8 years and 1 month newer
- Available for $84.00
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.
LGA1150
Sockethelp
AM4Haswell
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CezanneDesktop
Segmenthelp
DesktopIntel HD 4600
Integrated GPUhelp
No Integrated GraphicsDDR3
RAMhelp
3200 MHz (DDR4)Not Overclockable
Overclock Supporthelp
OverclockableFrequently Asked Questions
compare_arrowsWhich is better, Core i5-4690 or Ryzen 5 5500?expand_more
The Ryzen 5 5500. It's 87% faster than the Core i5-4690 on average across 100+ games, scoring 43/100 vs 23/100 in our gaming rating.
speedHow much faster is Ryzen 5 5500 than Core i5-4690?expand_more
87% 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 i5-4690 or Ryzen 5 5500?expand_more
The Ryzen 5 5500 is faster at both resolutions. Toggle the resolution selector above to see per-game FPS.
paidIs the Ryzen 5 5500 worth buying in 2026?expand_more
It scores 43/100 in our gaming rating, faster than most CPUs on the market. Good buy if the price is right.
differenceWhat is the difference between Core i5-4690 and Ryzen 5 5500?expand_more
Performance: Core i5-4690 scores 23/100, Ryzen 5 5500 scores 43/100. They also differ in core count, clock speeds, L3 cache, and power draw. Full breakdown in the specs section above.
compressWill the Core i5-4690 or Ryzen 5 5500 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 i5-4690 or Ryzen 5 5500?expand_more
The Ryzen 5 5500 is the stronger pick at 43/100. Compare your current CPU against it to see the exact FPS gain across 100+ games.
Popular Comparisons
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