Core i5-7300HQ vs Core i5-4590S

CPU

GPU

Core i5-7300HQ

4 Cores4 Thrd45 WWMax: 3.5 GHz2017

Core i5-4590S

4 Cores4 Thrd65 WWMax: 3.7 GHz2014

Performance Spectrum - CPU

Core i5-7300HQ

4 / 4

5,077

0.0%

5,131

+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 i5-7300HQ is positioned at rank 698 and the Core i5-4590S is on rank 647, so the Core i5-4590S 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 i5-7300HQ

#686

Atom x5-Z8300

MSRP: $20|Avg: N/A

983%

#687

Atom Z3735G

MSRP: $17|Avg: N/A

968%

#688

Core i5-480M

MSRP: $81|Avg: $77

889%

#689

Core i5-460M

MSRP: $80|Avg: $129

885%

#690

Core i5-2540M

MSRP: $266|Avg: $10

877%

#692

Core i5-450M

MSRP: $32|Avg: $31

847%

#693

Core i3-380M

MSRP: $49|Avg: $25

812%

#694

Core i5-430M

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $33

810%

#695

Core 2 Duo T6600

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $4

789%

#698

Core i5-7300HQ

MSRP: N/A|Avg: N/A

100%

#699

Athlon Silver 3050e

MSRP: $100|Avg: $60

100%

#705

C-60

MSRP: $50|Avg: $20

99%

#712

Core i7-10850H

MSRP: $395|Avg: N/A

98%

Based on actual market prices and performance synthetic scores.

Performance Per Dollar Core i5-4590S

Ryzen 9 7950X

MSRP: $194|Avg: $20

11666%

Core i9-10900T

MSRP: $120|Avg: $5

11023%

Ryzen 3 PRO 4355GE

MSRP: $423|Avg: $5

8004%

Ryzen Threadripper 3960X

MSRP: $1399|Avg: $85

2411%

Ryzen 9 9950X

MSRP: $649|Avg: $129

1910%

Ryzen 5 8400F

MSRP: $303|Avg: $55

1671%

Ryzen 7 PRO 2700

MSRP: $299|Avg: $60

957%

Ryzen 5 2600X

MSRP: $229|Avg: $55

944%

Ryzen 3 PRO 5350G

MSRP: $150|Avg: $60

860%

#10

Core Ultra 5 245KF

MSRP: $294|Avg: $189

860%

#11

Ryzen 5 5500

MSRP: $159|Avg: $85

850%

#12

Ryzen 5 3600

MSRP: $199|Avg: $80

827%

#13

Core i3-9100E

MSRP: $202|Avg: $30

816%

#14

Core Ultra 5 245K

MSRP: $319|Avg: $200

812%

#15

Core i3-8300T

MSRP: $138|Avg: $25

805%

#388

Ryzen Embedded R2312

MSRP: $150|Avg: $150

99%

#389

Ryzen Threadripper 7980X

MSRP: $4999|Avg: $5200

98%

#647

Core i5-4590S

MSRP: $192|Avg: $45

100%

#648

Pentium G2020

MSRP: $64|Avg: $15

100%

#649

Pentium G3450

MSRP: $82|Avg: $25

100%

#650

Core i7-6700

MSRP: $303|Avg: $143

99%

#651

Athlon II X4 631

MSRP: $80|Avg: $15

99%

#652

Pentium G3240T

MSRP: $64|Avg: $15

99%

#653

Core i3-4160T

MSRP: $117|Avg: $18

99%

#657

Core i3-4350

MSRP: $138|Avg: $130

98%

#659

Core i5-6600T

MSRP: $213|Avg: $35

98%

#660

FX-4350

MSRP: $122|Avg: $140

98%

#661

Core i5-3570T

MSRP: $194|Avg: $20

98%

#662

Core i5-6600K

MSRP: $242|Avg: $105

97%

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 i5-7300HQ (2017) utilizes 14 nm technology and DDR4, providing a fundamental performance advantage.

Insight	Core i5-7300HQ	Core i5-4590S
Gaming	❌ Lower gaming performance	✅ Superior gaming performance
Workstation	❌ Weaker in multi-core tasks	✅ Better multi-core power
Price	✅ More affordable ($0)	⚠️ Higher cost ($45)
Longevity	✨ Modern (Kaby Lake-H (2017) / 14 nm)	🛑 Legacy (Haswell (2013−2015) / 22 nm)

💎 Value Proposition

The Core i5-4590S (2014) relies on 22 nm technology and DDR3, placing it in a different performance category relative to modern standards.

Insight	Core i5-7300HQ	Core i5-4590S
Cost Efficiency	❌ Lower cost efficiency	❌ Lower cost efficiency
Upfront Cost	✅ More affordable ($0)	⚠️ Higher cost ($45)

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 i5-7300HQ Benchmark Check

Core i5-4590S Benchmark Check

Technical Specifications

Side-by-side comparison of Core i5-7300HQ and Core i5-4590S

Core i5-7300HQ

The Core i5-7300HQ is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 3 January 2017 (8 years ago). It is based on the Kaby Lake-H (2017) architecture. It features 4 cores and 4 threads. Base frequency is 2.5 GHz, with boost up to 3.5 GHz. L3 cache: 6 MB (total). L2 cache: 256K (per core). Built on 14 nm process technology. Socket: BGA1440. Thermal design power (TDP): 45 Watt. Memory support: DDR4. Passmark benchmark score: 5,077 points. Launch price was $250.

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.

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Processing Power

Both the Core i5-7300HQ and Core i5-4590S share an identical 4-core/4-thread configuration. Boost clocks reach 3.5 GHz on the Core i5-7300HQ versus 3.7 GHz on the Core i5-4590S — a 5.6% clock advantage for the Core i5-4590S (base: 2.5 GHz vs 3 GHz). The Core i5-7300HQ uses the Kaby Lake-H (2017) architecture (14 nm), while the Core i5-4590S uses Haswell (2013−2015) (22 nm). In PassMark, the Core i5-7300HQ scores 5,077 against the Core i5-4590S's 5,131 — a 1.1% lead for the Core i5-4590S. Both processors carry 6 MB (total) of L3 cache.

Feature	Core i5-7300HQ	Core i5-4590S
Cores / Threads	4 / 4	4 / 4
Boost Clock	3.5 GHz	3.7 GHz+6%
Base Clock	2.5 GHz	3 GHz+20%
L3 Cache	6 MB (total)	6 MB (total)
L2 Cache	256K (per core)	256 kB (per core)
Process	14 nm-36%	22 nm
Architecture	Kaby Lake-H (2017)	Haswell (2013−2015)
PassMark	5,077	5,131+1%
Geekbench 6 Single	—	1,116

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Memory & Platform

The Core i5-7300HQ uses the BGA1440 socket (PCIe 3.0), while the Core i5-4590S uses LGA1150 (PCIe 3.0) — making them incompatible on the same motherboard. Maximum memory speed reaches DDR4-2400 on the Core i5-7300HQ versus DDR3-1600 on the Core i5-4590S — the Core i5-7300HQ supports 28.6% faster memory, which can translate to measurable gains in memory-sensitive workloads. The Core i5-7300HQ 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.

Feature	Core i5-7300HQ	Core i5-4590S
Socket	BGA1440	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 i5-7300HQ) vs VT-x, VT-d, EPT (Core i5-4590S). Both include integrated graphics — HD Graphics 630 (Core i5-7300HQ) and HD Graphics 4600 (Core i5-4590S) — useful as a fallback for troubleshooting or display output without a dedicated GPU. Primary use case: Core i5-7300HQ targets Mobile, Core i5-4590S targets Desktop. Direct competitor: Core i5-4590S rivals A10-7850K.