Core i5-9500 vs Core i7-4940MX
The Core i5-9500 is same performance as the Core i7-4940MX 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.
LGA1151
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LGAG3Coffee Lake
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HaswellDesktop
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MobileUHD Graphics 630
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HD Graphics 46002666 MHz (DDR4)
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1600 MHz (DDR3)Not Overclockable
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OverclockableFrequently Asked Questions
compare_arrowsWhich is better, Core i5-9500 or Core i7-4940MX?expand_more
Neither, they're within 1% of each other across 100+ games. Pick based on price, availability, or platform compatibility.
aspect_ratioWhich is better for 1440p and 4K gaming, Core i5-9500 or Core i7-4940MX?expand_more
They trade blows depending on the game. Toggle the resolution selector above to compare per-game FPS at 1440p and 4K.
differenceWhat is the difference between Core i5-9500 and Core i7-4940MX?expand_more
Performance: Core i5-9500 scores 42/100, Core i7-4940MX scores 5/100. They also differ in core count, clock speeds, L3 cache, and power draw. Full breakdown in the specs section above.
compressWill the Core i5-9500 or Core i7-4940MX 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 i5-9500 or Core i7-4940MX?expand_more
Both are solid choices. Compare your current CPU against each one to see the exact FPS gain.
Popular Comparisons
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