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CPU Comparison: FPS, Specs & Value

Ryzen 3 1300X vs Core i5-4590

The Ryzen 3 1300X is slightly slower than the Core i5-4590 on average across 100+ games. We cannot compare value as at least one CPU is out of stock.

  • Is 3 years and 3 months newer
  • Available for $129
  • Up to 2% faster on average across 100+ games

FPS Comparison Across Popular Games

Specs & Benchmark Comparison

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Core i5-4590 ranks 1 points higher.

L3 Cachehelp

Ryzen 3 1300X has 2 MB more L3 cache.

Base Frequencyhelp

Ryzen 3 1300X has a 3% higher base clock.

Turbo Frequencyhelp
TDPhelp

Ryzen 3 1300X draws 19W less power.

AM4
Sockethelp
LGA1150
Zen
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Haswell
Desktop
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Desktop
No Integrated Graphics
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Intel HD 4600
2666 MHz (DDR4)
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DDR3
Overclockable
Overclock Supporthelp
Not Overclockable

Frequently Asked Questions

compare_arrowsWhich is better, Ryzen 3 1300X or Core i5-4590?expand_more
The Core i5-4590. It's 5% faster than the Ryzen 3 1300X on average across 100+ games, scoring 22/100 vs 21/100 in our gaming rating.
speedHow much faster is Core i5-4590 than Ryzen 3 1300X?expand_more
5% 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 3 1300X or Core i5-4590?expand_more
The Core i5-4590 is faster at both resolutions. Toggle the resolution selector above to see per-game FPS.
paidIs the Core i5-4590 worth buying in 2026?expand_more
It scores 22/100 in our gaming rating, faster than most CPUs on the market. Good buy if the price is right.
differenceWhat is the difference between Ryzen 3 1300X and Core i5-4590?expand_more
Performance: Ryzen 3 1300X scores 21/100, Core i5-4590 scores 22/100. They also differ in core count, clock speeds, L3 cache, and power draw. Full breakdown in the specs section above.
compressWill the Ryzen 3 1300X 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 3 1300X or Core i5-4590?expand_more
The Core i5-4590 is the stronger pick at 22/100. Compare your current CPU against it to see the exact FPS gain across 100+ games.

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