Core i5-4590S vs Xeon X5677

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.

Core i5-4590S vs Xeon X5677 FPS Benchmarks

Predicted gaming performance across popular games. Tested paired with GeForce RTX 5090 to isolate CPU performance.

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Core i5-4590S vs Xeon X5677: Pros, Cons & Final Verdict

See where each CPU makes more sense in practice: gaming, heavier work, platform cost, power draw, and upgrade path.

Core i5-4590S

2014

Why buy it

✅+1.5% higher PassMark.
✅Draws 65W instead of 130W, a 65W reduction.
✅100+% more PCIe lanes (16 vs 0) for storage and expansion-heavy builds.
✅Integrated graphics onboard with HD Graphics 4600, while Xeon X5677 needs a discrete GPU.
✅Includes a boxed cooler (Yes), unlike Xeon X5677.

Trade-offs

❌Worse for gaming: lower average FPS than Xeon X5677 across 50 shared CPU benchmark tests.
❌Smaller total L3 cache (6 MB vs 12 MB).
❌Less compelling for workstation-style loads than Xeon X5677, which brings 4 cores / 8 threads.
❌Launch MSRP is still $192 MSRP, while Xeon X5677 mostly shows up through inconsistent older-market listings.

Xeon X5677

2010

Why buy it

✅Better for gaming: +10.6% higher average FPS across 50 shared CPU benchmark tests.
✅+100% larger total L3 cache (12 MB vs 6 MB).
✅Better for workstations and heavier parallel workloads: 4 cores / 8 threads.

Trade-offs

❌Lower PassMark (5,054 vs 5,131).
❌100% higher power demand at 130W vs 65W.
❌No integrated graphics, while Core i5-4590S can still boot and troubleshoot without a discrete GPU.
❌No boxed cooler included, unlike Core i5-4590S.

Quick Answers

So, is Core i5-4590S better than Xeon X5677?

Not really, because they are built for different jobs. Xeon X5677 makes more sense for workstation-style multi-core throughput, while Core i5-4590S is the more practical desktop choice for gaming, platform cost, and everyday use.

Which one is better for streaming, content creation, and heavy multitasking?

For streaming, content creation, and heavier multitasking, Core i5-4590S is the stronger fit. You are getting 1.5% better PassMark, backed by 4 cores and 4 threads.

Which one is the smarter buy today, not just the cheaper CPU?

Core i5-4590S is the better buy right now. Core i5-4590S comes in at an unclear MSRP at $192 MSRP versus unclear MSRP, and it still gives you 1.5% better PassMark. The compromise is that Xeon X5677 is still the better pure gaming CPU with a 10.6% average FPS lead across 50 shared CPU game tests in our data. It is also 100.0% better value on MSRP (26.7 vs 0.0 PassMark/$), so you are getting the faster CPU without taking a value hit on paper.

Which one is more future-proof for 2026 and beyond?

Core i5-4590S makes more sense long term for 2026 and beyond. You are getting a newer CPU generation (2014 vs 2010) and more multi-core headroom with 4 cores / 4 threads instead of 4/8. That extra compute headroom is more likely to matter as games, background tasks, and creator workloads get heavier.

Core i5-4590S vs Xeon X5677 Technical Specifications

Side-by-side specs, architecture details, clocks, memory, power, and platform differences.

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 X5677

The Xeon X5677 is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 16 March 2010 (15 years ago). It is based on the Westmere-EP (2010−2011) architecture. It features 4 cores and 8 threads. Base frequency is 3.46 GHz, with boost up to 3.73 GHz. L3 cache: 12 MB (total). L2 cache: 256 kB (per core). Built on 32 nm process technology. Socket: LGA1366. Thermal design power (TDP): 130 Watt. Memory support: DDR3. Passmark benchmark score: 5,054 points. Launch price was $350.

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Processing Power

The Core i5-4590S packs 4 cores / 4 threads, matching the Xeon X5677's 4 cores. Boost clocks reach 3.7 GHz on the Core i5-4590S versus 3.73 GHz on the Xeon X5677 — a 0.8% clock advantage for the Xeon X5677 (base: 3 GHz vs 3.46 GHz). The Core i5-4590S uses the Haswell (2013−2015) architecture (22 nm), while the Xeon X5677 uses Westmere-EP (2010−2011) (32 nm). In PassMark, the Core i5-4590S scores 5,131 against the Xeon X5677's 5,054 — a 1.5% lead for the Core i5-4590S. L3 cache: 6 MB (total) on the Core i5-4590S vs 12 MB (total) on the Xeon X5677.

Feature	Core i5-4590S	Xeon X5677
Cores / Threads	4 / 4	4 / 8
Boost Clock	3.7 GHz	3.73 GHz
Base Clock	3 GHz	3.46 GHz+15%
L3 Cache	6 MB (total)	12 MB (total)+100%
L2 Cache	256 kB (per core)	256 kB (per core)
Process	22 nm-31%	32 nm
Architecture	Haswell (2013−2015)	Westmere-EP (2010−2011)
PassMark	5,131+2%	5,054
Geekbench 6 Single	1,116	—

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Memory & Platform

The Core i5-4590S uses the LGA1150 socket (PCIe 3.0), while the Xeon X5677 uses LGA1366 (PCIe 2.0) — making them incompatible on the same motherboard. Maximum memory speed reaches DDR3-1600 on the Core i5-4590S versus DDR3-1333 on the Xeon X5677 — the Core i5-4590S supports 20% faster memory, which can translate to measurable gains in memory-sensitive workloads. Memory channels: 2 (Core i5-4590S) vs 3 (Xeon X5677). Chipset compatibility: H81,B85,H87,Q85,Q87,Z87,H97,Z97 (Core i5-4590S) and Intel X58,Intel 5520 (Xeon X5677).

Feature	Core i5-4590S	Xeon X5677
Socket	LGA1150	LGA1366
PCIe Generation	PCIe 3.0+50%	PCIe 2.0
Max RAM Speed	DDR3-1600+20%	DDR3-1333
Max RAM Capacity	32 GB	—
RAM Channels	2	3+50%
ECC Support	No	Yes
PCIe Lanes	16	—

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Advanced Features

Neither processor supports overclocking. Both support VT-x, VT-d, EPT virtualization. The Core i5-4590S includes integrated graphics (HD Graphics 4600), while the Xeon X5677 requires a dedicated GPU. Primary use case: Core i5-4590S targets Desktop, Xeon X5677 targets Workstation. Direct competitor: Core i5-4590S rivals A10-7850K; Xeon X5677 rivals Core i7-980X.