Core i3-8145UE vs Core i5-4590T

Core i3-8145UE

2 Cores4 Thrd15 WWMax: 3.9 GHz2018

Core i5-4590T

4 Cores4 Thrd35 WWMax: 3 GHz2014

Performance Spectrum - CPU

Core i3-8145UE

2 / 4

4,021

0.0%

4,064

+1.1%

About PassMark

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. The Core i3-8145UE is positioned at rank 995 and the Core i5-4590T is on rank 767, so the Core i5-4590T offers better cost-efficiency for playing games.

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

Performance Per Dollar Core i3-8145UE

#983

Atom x5-Z8300

MSRP: $20|Avg: N/A

2050%

#984

Atom Z3735G

MSRP: $17|Avg: N/A

2020%

#985

Core i5-480M

MSRP: $81|Avg: $77

1855%

#986

Core i5-460M

MSRP: $80|Avg: $129

1846%

#987

Core i5-2540M

MSRP: $266|Avg: $10

1829%

#989

Core i5-450M

MSRP: $32|Avg: $31

1767%

#990

Core i3-380M

MSRP: $49|Avg: $25

1694%

#991

Core i5-430M

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $33

1691%

#992

Core 2 Duo T6600

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $4

1646%

#995

Core i3-8145UE

MSRP: $281|Avg: $50

100%

#996

Core i7-4712MQ

MSRP: $378|Avg: $60

98%

#997

Core i7-3615QE

MSRP: $400|Avg: $100

98%

#998

Celeron M U3400

MSRP: $86|Avg: $5

98%

#999

3015Ce

MSRP: $150|Avg: $40

98%

#1000

Core i7-4700MQ

MSRP: $383|Avg: $50

98%

#1001

Athlon II M340

MSRP: $80|Avg: $15

97%

#1005

Pentium P6000

MSRP: $150|Avg: $90

96%

#1007

Core i7-3630QM

MSRP: $378|Avg: N/A

95%

#1008

Core i7-3610QM

MSRP: $378|Avg: N/A

95%

#1009

Core i3-1115GRE

MSRP: $338|Avg: $480

95%

#1010

Pentium A1020

MSRP: $86|Avg: $86

95%

Based on actual market prices and performance synthetic scores.

Performance Per Dollar Core i5-4590T

Ryzen 9 7950X

MSRP: $194|Avg: $20

14724%

Core i9-10900T

MSRP: $120|Avg: $5

13913%

Ryzen 3 PRO 4355GE

MSRP: $423|Avg: $5

10102%

Ryzen Threadripper 3960X

MSRP: $1399|Avg: $85

3043%

Ryzen 9 9950X

MSRP: $649|Avg: $129

2411%

Ryzen 5 8400F

MSRP: $303|Avg: $55

2109%

Ryzen 7 PRO 2700

MSRP: $299|Avg: $60

1208%

Ryzen 5 2600X

MSRP: $229|Avg: $55

1192%

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 Core i3-8145UE (2018) utilizes 10 nm technology and DDR4, providing a fundamental performance advantage.

Insight	Core i3-8145UE	Core i5-4590T
Gaming	✅ Superior gaming performance	❌ Lower gaming performance
Workstation	❌ Weaker in multi-core tasks	✅ Better multi-core power
Price	✅ More affordable ($50)	⚠️ Higher cost ($130)
Longevity	✨ Modern (Whiskey Lake-U (2018−2019) / 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.

Insight	Core i3-8145UE	Core i5-4590T
Cost Efficiency	✅ Better overall value (+157%)	❌ Lower cost efficiency
Upfront Cost	✅ More affordable ($50)	⚠️ 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.

Core i3-8145UE Benchmark Check

Core i5-4590T Benchmark Check

Technical Specifications

Side-by-side comparison of Core i3-8145UE and Core i5-4590T

Core i3-8145UE

The Core i3-8145UE is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 1 October 2018 (7 years ago). It is based on the Whiskey Lake-U (2018−2019) architecture. It features 2 cores and 4 threads. Base frequency is 2.2 GHz, with boost up to 3.9 GHz. L3 cache: 4 MB (total). L2 cache: 256 kB (per core). Built on 10 nm process technology. Socket: FCBGA1528. Thermal design power (TDP): 15 Watt. Memory support: DDR4. Passmark benchmark score: 4,021 points. Launch price was $69.

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.

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Processing Power

The Core i3-8145UE packs 2 cores / 4 threads, while the Core i5-4590T offers 4 cores / 4 threads — the Core i5-4590T has 2 more cores. Boost clocks reach 3.9 GHz on the Core i3-8145UE versus 3 GHz on the Core i5-4590T — a 26.1% clock advantage for the Core i3-8145UE (base: 2.2 GHz vs 2 GHz). The Core i3-8145UE uses the Whiskey Lake-U (2018−2019) architecture (10 nm), while the Core i5-4590T uses Haswell (2013−2015) (22 nm). In PassMark, the Core i3-8145UE scores 4,021 against the Core i5-4590T's 4,064 — a 1.1% lead for the Core i5-4590T. Geekbench 6 single-core — the metric most relevant to gaming — records 1,218 vs 917, a 28.2% lead for the Core i3-8145UE that directly translates to higher frame rates. L3 cache: 4 MB (total) on the Core i3-8145UE vs 6 MB (total) on the Core i5-4590T.

Feature	Core i3-8145UE	Core i5-4590T
Cores / Threads	2 / 4	4 / 4+100%
Boost Clock	3.9 GHz+30%	3 GHz
Base Clock	2.2 GHz+10%	2 GHz
L3 Cache	4 MB (total)	6 MB (total)+50%
L2 Cache	256 kB (per core)	256 kB (per core)
Process	10 nm-55%	22 nm
Architecture	Whiskey Lake-U (2018−2019)	Haswell (2013−2015)
PassMark	4,021	4,064+1%
Cinebench R23 Multi	2,356	—
Geekbench 6 Single	1,218+33%	917
Geekbench 6 Multi	2,356	—

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Memory & Platform

The Core i3-8145UE uses the FCBGA1528 socket (PCIe 3.0), while the Core i5-4590T uses LGA1150 (PCIe 3.0) — making them incompatible on the same motherboard. Maximum memory speed reaches DDR4-2400 on the Core i3-8145UE versus DDR3-1600 on the Core i5-4590T — the Core i3-8145UE supports 28.6% faster memory, which can translate to measurable gains in memory-sensitive workloads. The Core i3-8145UE supports up to 64 GB of RAM compared to 32 GB — 66.7% more capacity for professional workloads. Both feature 2-channel memory with ECC support. Both provide 16 PCIe lanes. Chipset compatibility: Whiskey Lake (Core i3-8145UE) and B85,Q85,H81,Q87,H87,Z87,H97,Z97 (Core i5-4590T).

Feature	Core i3-8145UE	Core i5-4590T
Socket	FCBGA1528	LGA1150
PCIe Generation	PCIe 3.0	PCIe 3.0
Max RAM Speed	DDR4-2400+33%	DDR3-1600
Max RAM Capacity	64 GB+100%	32 GB
RAM Channels	2	2
ECC Support	❌	❌
PCIe Lanes	16	16

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Advanced Features

Neither processor supports overclocking. Virtualization support: VT-x, VT-d (Core i3-8145UE) vs VT-x, VT-d, EPT (Core i5-4590T). Both include integrated graphics — UHD 620 (Core i3-8145UE) and HD Graphics 4600 (Core i5-4590T) — useful as a fallback for troubleshooting or display output without a dedicated GPU. Primary use case: Core i3-8145UE targets Budget, Core i5-4590T targets Low Power Desktop. Direct competitor: Core i3-8145UE rivals Ryzen 3 3200U; Core i5-4590T rivals A8-7600.

Feature	Core i3-8145UE	Core i5-4590T
Integrated GPU	Yes	Yes
IGPU Model	UHD 620	HD Graphics 4600
Unlocked	No	No
AVX-512	No	No
Virtualization	VT-x, VT-d	VT-x, VT-d, EPT
Target Use	Budget	Low Power Desktop

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Value Analysis

The Core i3-8145UE launched at $281 MSRP, while the Core i5-4590T debuted at $192. At current prices ($50 vs $130), the Core i3-8145UE is $80 cheaper. In terms of value (PassMark points per dollar), the Core i3-8145UE delivers 80.4 pts/$ vs 31.3 pts/$ for the Core i5-4590T — making the Core i3-8145UE the 88% better value option.