Core i5-4590S vs Xeon Platinum 8260L
Core i5-4590S
Xeon Platinum 8260L
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. The Core i5-4590S is positioned at rank 647 and the Xeon Platinum 8260L is on rank 1030, so the Core i5-4590S offers better cost-efficiency for playing games.
Avg price is the current average price collected from markets across the web.
Performance Per Dollar Core i5-4590S
Performance Per Dollar Xeon Platinum 8260L
Performance Comparison
About PassMark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
| Insight | Core i5-4590S | Xeon Platinum 8260L |
|---|---|---|
| Gaming | ❌ Lower gaming performance | ✅ Superior gaming performance |
| Workstation | ✅ Better multi-core power | ❌ Weaker in multi-core tasks |
| Price | ✅ More affordable ($45) | ⚠️ Higher cost ($750) |
| Longevity | 🛑 Legacy (Haswell (2013−2015) / 22 nm) | ✨ Modern (Cascade Lake (2019−2020) / 14 nm) |
💎 Value Proposition
| Insight | Core i5-4590S | Xeon Platinum 8260L |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ✅ Better overall value (+1576%) | ❌ Lower cost efficiency |
| Upfront Cost | ✅ More affordable ($45) | ⚠️ Higher cost ($750) |
Performance Check
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 Core i5-4590S and Xeon Platinum 8260L
Core i5-4590S
The Core i5-4590S is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 1 May 2014 (11 years ago). It is based on the Haswell (2013−2015) architecture. It features 4 cores and 4 threads. Base frequency is 3 GHz, with boost up to 3.7 GHz. L3 cache: 6 MB (total). L2 cache: 256 kB (per core). Built on 22 nm process technology. Socket: LGA1150. Thermal design power (TDP): 65 Watt. Memory support: DDR3. Passmark benchmark score: 5,131 points. Launch price was $291.
Xeon Platinum 8260L
The Xeon Platinum 8260L is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 2 April 2019 (6 years ago). It is based on the Cascade Lake (2019−2020) architecture. It features 24 cores and 48 threads. Base frequency is 2.4 GHz, with boost up to 3.9 GHz. L3 cache: 35.75 MB. L2 cache: 24 MB. Built on 14 nm process technology. Socket: LGA3647. Thermal design power (TDP): 165 Watt. Memory support: DDR4-2933. Passmark benchmark score: 5,103 points. Launch price was $12,599.
Processing Power
The Core i5-4590S packs 4 cores / 4 threads, while the Xeon Platinum 8260L offers 24 cores / 48 threads — the Xeon Platinum 8260L has 20 more cores. Boost clocks reach 3.7 GHz on the Core i5-4590S versus 3.9 GHz on the Xeon Platinum 8260L — a 5.3% clock advantage for the Xeon Platinum 8260L (base: 3 GHz vs 2.4 GHz). The Core i5-4590S uses the Haswell (2013−2015) architecture (22 nm), while the Xeon Platinum 8260L uses Cascade Lake (2019−2020) (14 nm). In PassMark, the Core i5-4590S scores 5,131 against the Xeon Platinum 8260L's 5,103 — a 0.5% lead for the Core i5-4590S. L3 cache: 6 MB (total) on the Core i5-4590S vs 35.75 MB on the Xeon Platinum 8260L.
| Feature | Core i5-4590S | Xeon Platinum 8260L |
|---|---|---|
| Cores / Threads | 4 / 4 | 24 / 48+500% |
| Boost Clock | 3.7 GHz | 3.9 GHz+5% |
| Base Clock | 3 GHz+25% | 2.4 GHz |
| L3 Cache | 6 MB (total) | 35.75 MB+496% |
| L2 Cache | 256 kB (per core) | 24 MB+9500% |
| Process | 22 nm | 14 nm-36% |
| Architecture | Haswell (2013−2015) | Cascade Lake (2019−2020) |
| PassMark | 5,131 | 5,103 |
| Geekbench 6 Single | 1,116 | — |
Memory & Platform
The Core i5-4590S uses the LGA1150 socket (PCIe 3.0), while the Xeon Platinum 8260L uses LGA3647 (PCIe 3.0) — making them incompatible on the same motherboard. Maximum memory speed reaches DDR3-1600 on the Core i5-4590S versus 2933 on the Xeon Platinum 8260L — the Xeon Platinum 8260L supports 199.6% faster memory, which can translate to measurable gains in memory-sensitive workloads. The Xeon Platinum 8260L supports up to 4608 of RAM compared to 32 GB — 197.2% more capacity for professional workloads. Memory channels: 2 (Core i5-4590S) vs 6 (Xeon Platinum 8260L). PCIe lanes: 16 (Core i5-4590S) vs 48 (Xeon Platinum 8260L) — the Xeon Platinum 8260L offers 32 more lanes for additional GPUs or NVMe drives.
| Feature | Core i5-4590S | Xeon Platinum 8260L |
|---|---|---|
| Socket | LGA1150 | LGA3647 |
| PCIe Generation | PCIe 3.0 | PCIe 3.0 |
| Max RAM Speed | DDR3-1600 | 2933+97667% |
| Max RAM Capacity | 32 GB+728078% | 4608 |
| RAM Channels | 2 | 6+200% |
| ECC Support | ❌ | ✅ |
| PCIe Lanes | 16 | 48+200% |
Advanced Features
Virtualization support: VT-x, VT-d, EPT (Core i5-4590S) vs true (Xeon Platinum 8260L). The Core i5-4590S includes integrated graphics (HD Graphics 4600), while the Xeon Platinum 8260L requires a dedicated GPU. Primary use case: Core i5-4590S targets Desktop. Direct competitor: Core i5-4590S rivals A10-7850K.
| Feature | Core i5-4590S | Xeon Platinum 8260L |
|---|---|---|
| Integrated GPU | Yes | No |
| IGPU Model | HD Graphics 4600 | — |
| Unlocked | No | — |
| AVX-512 | No | — |
| Virtualization | VT-x, VT-d, EPT | true |
| Target Use | Desktop | — |
Value Analysis
The Core i5-4590S launched at $192 MSRP, while the Xeon Platinum 8260L debuted at $7500. At current prices ($45 vs $750), the Core i5-4590S is $705 cheaper. In terms of value (PassMark points per dollar), the Core i5-4590S delivers 114.0 pts/$ vs 6.8 pts/$ for the Xeon Platinum 8260L — making the Core i5-4590S the 177.5% better value option.
| Feature | Core i5-4590S | Xeon Platinum 8260L |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $192-97% | $7500 |
| Avg Price (30d) | $45-94% | $750 |
| Performance per Dollar | 114.0+1576% | 6.8 |
| Release Date | 2014 | 2019 |
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