Overwatch 2
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Ryzen 9 9900X vs Core i5-4590
The Ryzen 9 9900X is much faster than the Core i5-4590 on average across 100+ games. However, it's a much worse value for money, as it's $304.50 more expensive!
Ryzen 9 9900X77% Score
- Up to 137% faster on average across 100+ games
- Is 10 years and 5 months newer
- Available for $353.09
Core i5-459020% Score
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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Not OverclockableFrequently Asked Questions
compare_arrowsWhich is better, Ryzen 9 9900X or Core i5-4590?expand_more
The Ryzen 9 9900X. It's 285% faster than the Core i5-4590 on average across 100+ games, scoring 77/100 vs 20/100 in our gaming rating.
speedHow much faster is Ryzen 9 9900X than Core i5-4590?expand_more
285% 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, Ryzen 9 9900X or Core i5-4590?expand_more
The Ryzen 9 9900X is faster at both resolutions. Toggle the resolution selector above to see per-game FPS.
paidIs the Ryzen 9 9900X worth buying in 2026?expand_more
It scores 77/100 in our gaming rating, faster than most CPUs on the market. Good buy if the price is right.
differenceWhat is the difference between Ryzen 9 9900X and Core i5-4590?expand_more
Performance: Ryzen 9 9900X scores 77/100, Core i5-4590 scores 20/100. They also differ in core count, clock speeds, L3 cache, and power draw. Full breakdown in the specs section above.
compressWill the Ryzen 9 9900X or Core i5-4590 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 Ryzen 9 9900X or Core i5-4590?expand_more
The Ryzen 9 9900X is the stronger pick at 77/100. Compare your current CPU against it to see the exact FPS gain across 100+ games.
Popular Comparisons
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