Celeron N5095A
VS
Core i5-4590T

Celeron N5095A vs Core i5-4590T

Intel

Celeron N5095A

4 Cores4 Thrd1.5 WWMax: 2.9 GHz2021
VS
Intel

Core i5-4590T

4 Cores4 Thrd35 WWMax: 3 GHz2014

Performance Spectrum - CPU

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PassMark CPU Mark evaluates processor speed through complex mathematical computations. It provides a reliable metric to compare multi-core performance, where higher scores indicate faster processing for multitasking, gaming, and heavy workloads.

Value Upgrade Path

This is the official ChipVERSUS Value Rating, comparing raw performance (PassMark) per dollar. Components placed above yours deliver better value for money.

MSRP is the manufacturer's suggested retail price.
Avg price is the current average price collected from markets across the web.

Performance Per Dollar

Based on actual market prices and performance synthetic scores.

Performance Per Dollar Core i5-4590T

#1
Ryzen 9 7950X
MSRP: $194|Avg: $20
14724%
#2
Core i9-10900T
MSRP: $120|Avg: $5
13913%
#3
Ryzen 3 PRO 4355GE
MSRP: $423|Avg: $5
10102%
#4
Ryzen Threadripper 3960X
MSRP: $1399|Avg: $85
3043%
#5
Ryzen 9 9950X
MSRP: $649|Avg: $129
2411%
#6
Ryzen 5 8400F
MSRP: $303|Avg: $55
2109%
#7
Ryzen 7 PRO 2700
MSRP: $299|Avg: $60
1208%
#8
Ryzen 5 2600X
MSRP: $229|Avg: $55
1192%
#9
Ryzen 3 PRO 5350G
MSRP: $150|Avg: $60
1085%
#10
Core Ultra 5 245KF
MSRP: $294|Avg: $189
1085%
#11
Ryzen 5 5500
MSRP: $159|Avg: $85
1073%
#12
Ryzen 5 3600
MSRP: $199|Avg: $80
1044%
#13
Core i3-9100E
MSRP: $202|Avg: $30
1030%
#14
Core Ultra 5 245K
MSRP: $319|Avg: $200
1025%
#15
Core i3-8300T
MSRP: $138|Avg: $25
1016%
#291
Core i9-7900X
MSRP: $999|Avg: $188
99%
#767
Core i5-4590T
MSRP: $192|Avg: $130
100%
#769
Celeron G530T
MSRP: $50|Avg: $17
100%
#770
Core i7-4770K
MSRP: $339|Avg: $100
99%
#771
A10-9700
MSRP: $169|Avg: $40
99%
#772
Core i5-2400
MSRP: $184|Avg: $25
99%
#773
Core i7-5775C
MSRP: $366|Avg: $150
99%
#775
Pentium G2140
MSRP: $100|Avg: $95
99%
#776
Core i7-4790T
MSRP: $303|Avg: $102
99%
#777
Core i5-2320
MSRP: $177|Avg: $22
98%
#778
Celeron E3500
MSRP: $62|Avg: $10
98%
#779
Pentium G2030
MSRP: $85|Avg: $85
98%
#780
Athlon II X2 260
MSRP: $60|Avg: $12
98%
#781
Athlon II X3 445
MSRP: $87|Avg: $15
98%
Based on actual market prices and performance synthetic scores.

Performance Comparison

About PassMark

🏆 Chipversus Verdict

🚀 Performance Leadership

Generational Difference: This comparison involves processors from different technological eras. The Celeron N5095A (2021) utilizes 10 nm technology and DDR4, providing a fundamental performance advantage.
InsightCeleron N5095ACore i5-4590T
Gaming
Lower gaming performance
Superior gaming performance
Workstation
Weaker in multi-core tasks
Better multi-core power
Price
More affordable ($0)
⚠️ Higher cost ($130)
Longevity
✨ Modern (Jasper Lake (2021) / 10 nm)
🛑 Legacy (Haswell (2013−2015) / 22 nm)

💎 Value Proposition

The Core i5-4590T (2014) relies on 22 nm technology and DDR3-1333/1600, DDR3L-1333/1600, placing it in a different performance category relative to modern standards.
InsightCeleron N5095ACore i5-4590T
Cost Efficiency
Lower cost efficiency
Lower cost efficiency
Upfront Cost
More affordable ($0)
⚠️ Higher cost ($130)

Performance Check

Paired with RTX 4090

To accurately isolate CPU performance, all benchmarks below use an NVIDIA RTX 4090 as the reference GPU. This eliminates GPU-side bottlenecks and highlights pure processing throughput differences between the CPUs.

Note: Real-world results may vary based on your actual GPU. CPU performance impact is more visible in processing-intensive titles and high-refresh-rate gaming scenarios.

Technical Specifications

Side-by-side comparison of Celeron N5095A and Core i5-4590T

Intel

Celeron N5095A

The Celeron N5095A is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 2007-01-01. It is based on the Jasper Lake (2021) architecture. It features 4 cores and 4 threads. Base frequency is 2 GHz, with boost up to 2.9 GHz. L3 cache: 4 MB. L2 cache: 1.5 MB. Built on 10 nm process technology. Socket: BGA1338. Thermal design power (TDP): 15 Watt. Memory support: DDR4. Passmark benchmark score: 4,054 points. Launch price was $69.

Intel

Core i5-4590T

The Core i5-4590T is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 11 May 2014 (11 years ago). It is based on the Haswell (2013−2015) architecture. It features 4 cores and 4 threads. Base frequency is 2 GHz, with boost up to 3 GHz. L3 cache: 6 MB (total). L2 cache: 256 kB (per core). Built on 22 nm process technology. Socket: LGA1150. Thermal design power (TDP): 35 Watt. Memory support: DDR3-1333/1600, DDR3L-1333/1600. Passmark benchmark score: 4,064 points. Launch price was $192.

Processing Power

Both the Celeron N5095A and Core i5-4590T share an identical 4-core/4-thread configuration. Boost clocks reach 2.9 GHz on the Celeron N5095A versus 3 GHz on the Core i5-4590T — a 3.4% clock advantage for the Core i5-4590T (base: 2 GHz vs 2 GHz). The Celeron N5095A uses the Jasper Lake (2021) architecture (10 nm), while the Core i5-4590T uses Haswell (2013−2015) (22 nm). In PassMark, the Celeron N5095A scores 4,054 against the Core i5-4590T's 4,064 — a 0.2% lead for the Core i5-4590T. L3 cache: 4 MB on the Celeron N5095A vs 6 MB (total) on the Core i5-4590T.

FeatureCeleron N5095ACore i5-4590T
Cores / Threads
4 / 4
4 / 4
Boost Clock
2.9 GHz
3 GHz+3%
Base Clock
2 GHz
2 GHz
L3 Cache
4 MB
6 MB (total)+50%
L2 Cache
1.5 MB+500%
256 kB (per core)
Process
10 nm-55%
22 nm
Architecture
Jasper Lake (2021)
Haswell (2013−2015)
PassMark
4,054
4,064
Geekbench 6 Single
917
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Memory & Platform

The Celeron N5095A uses the BGA1338 socket (PCIe 4.0), while the Core i5-4590T uses LGA1150 (PCIe 3.0) — making them incompatible on the same motherboard.

FeatureCeleron N5095ACore i5-4590T
Socket
BGA1338
LGA1150
PCIe Generation
PCIe 4.0+33%
PCIe 3.0
Max RAM Speed
DDR3-1600
Max RAM Capacity
32 GB
RAM Channels
2
ECC Support
PCIe Lanes
16
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Advanced Features

Virtualization: not specified (Celeron N5095A) / VT-x, VT-d, EPT (Core i5-4590T). The Core i5-4590T includes integrated graphics (HD Graphics 4600), while the Celeron N5095A requires a dedicated GPU. Primary use case: Core i5-4590T targets Low Power Desktop. Direct competitor: Core i5-4590T rivals A8-7600.

FeatureCeleron N5095ACore i5-4590T
Integrated GPU
Yes
IGPU Model
HD Graphics 4600
Unlocked
No
AVX-512
No
Virtualization
VT-x, VT-d, EPT
Target Use
Low Power Desktop