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Ryzen 5 5600 vs Core i5-4590
The Ryzen 5 5600 is much faster than the Core i5-4590 on average across 100+ games. However, it's a worse value for money, as it's $96.35 more expensive!
Ryzen 5 560046% Score
- Up to 62% faster on average across 100+ games
- Is 8 years and 1 month newer
- Available for $144.94
Core i5-459021% 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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Intel HD 46003200 MHz (DDR4)
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Not OverclockableFrequently Asked Questions
compare_arrowsWhich is better, Ryzen 5 5600 or Core i5-4590?expand_more
The Ryzen 5 5600. It's 119% faster than the Core i5-4590 on average across 100+ games, scoring 46/100 vs 21/100 in our gaming rating.
speedHow much faster is Ryzen 5 5600 than Core i5-4590?expand_more
119% 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 5 5600 or Core i5-4590?expand_more
The Ryzen 5 5600 is faster at both resolutions. Toggle the resolution selector above to see per-game FPS.
paidIs the Ryzen 5 5600 worth buying in 2026?expand_more
It scores 46/100 in our gaming rating, faster than most CPUs on the market. Good buy if the price is right.
differenceWhat is the difference between Ryzen 5 5600 and Core i5-4590?expand_more
Performance: Ryzen 5 5600 scores 46/100, Core i5-4590 scores 21/100. They also differ in core count, clock speeds, L3 cache, and power draw. Full breakdown in the specs section above.
compressWill the Ryzen 5 5600 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 5 5600 or Core i5-4590?expand_more
The Ryzen 5 5600 is the stronger pick at 46/100. Compare your current CPU against it to see the exact FPS gain across 100+ games.
Popular Comparisons
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