Intel Core i5-4590
About processor
The Intel Core i5-4590 processor is a solid choice for a desktop CPU, offering strong performance and efficiency. With its 4 total cores and 4 total threads, this processor can handle multitasking and demanding applications with ease. The 6MB L3 cache also helps to improve overall responsiveness and speed.
The integrated Intel HD 4600 graphics provide decent graphics performance for everyday use and light gaming, eliminating the need for a separate graphics card for many users. The 22nm technology and 84W TDP ensure that the processor runs cool and efficient, making it suitable for a wide range of desktop setups.
In terms of benchmarks, the i5-4590 performs admirably. With a Geekbench 6 Single Core score of 1116 and a Multi Core score of 3143, it offers strong performance for everyday tasks, as well as more demanding workloads.
Overall, the Intel Core i5-4590 is a reliable and powerful processor for desktop users. It provides a balance of performance, efficiency, and integrated graphics capabilities, making it a great choice for a wide range of users.
Basic
Label Name
Intel
Platform
Desktop
Launch Date
May 2014
Model Name
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The Intel processor number is just one of several factors - along with processor brand, system configurations, and system-level benchmarks - to be considered when choosing the right processor for your computing needs.
Core i5-4590
Code Name
Haswell
CPU Specifications
Total Cores
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Cores is a hardware term that describes the number of independent central processing units in a single computing component (die or chip).
4
Total Threads
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Where applicable, Intel® Hyper-Threading Technology is only available on Performance-cores.
4
Basic Frequency
3.3 GHz
Max Turbo Frequency
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Max Turbo Frequency is the maximum single-core frequency at which the processor is capable of operating using Intel® Turbo Boost Technology and, if present, Intel® Turbo Boost Max Technology 3.0 and Intel® Thermal Velocity Boost. Frequency is typically measured in gigahertz (GHz), or billion cycles per second.
up to 3.7 GHz
L1 Cache
64 KB (per core)
L2 Cache
256 KB (per core)
L3 Cache
6 MB (shared)
CPU Socket
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The socket is the component that provides the mechanical and electrical connections between the processor and motherboard.
Intel Socket 1150
Technology
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Lithography refers to the semiconductor technology used to manufacture an integrated circuit, and is reported in nanometer (nm), indicative of the size of features built on the semiconductor.
22 nm
TDP
84 W
PCI Express Version
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PCI Express Revision is the supported version of the PCI Express standard. Peripheral Component Interconnect Express (or PCIe) is a high-speed serial computer expansion bus standard for attaching hardware devices to a computer. The different PCI Express versions support different data rates.
Gen 3
Memory Specifications
Memory Type
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Intel® processors come in four different types: Single Channel, Dual Channel, Triple Channel, and Flex Mode. Maximum supported memory speed may be lower when populating multiple DIMMs per channel on products that support multiple memory channels.
DDR3
Memory Channels
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The number of memory channels refers to the bandwidth operation for real world application.
Dual-channel
GPU Specifications
Integrated Graphics Model
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An integrated GPU refers to the graphics core that is integrated into the CPU processor. Leveraging the processor's powerful computational capabilities and intelligent power efficiency management, it delivers outstanding graphics performance and a smooth application experience at a lower power consumption.
Intel HD 4600
Benchmarks
Geekbench 6
Single Core
Score
1116
Geekbench 6
Multi Core
Score
3143
Geekbench 5
Single Core
Score
926
Geekbench 5
Multi Core
Score
2972
Passmark CPU
Single Core
Score
2086
Passmark CPU
Multi Core
Score
5365
Compared to Other CPU
Geekbench 6 Single Core
Geekbench 6 Multi Core
Geekbench 5 Single Core
Geekbench 5 Multi Core
Passmark CPU Single Core
Passmark CPU Multi Core