Intel Core i9 X-Series 9820X 10-core LGA 2066
Intel Core i5 4590S 4-core LGA 1150
What Buyers Say
Intel Core i9 X-Series 9820X 10-core LGA 2066
The Intel Core i9-9820X is a powerful 10-core processor that handles gaming and video editing well, but it demands a robust power supply and an efficient cooling solution. Users should pair it with a compatible motherboard and consider the high power draw when building a system.
Pros
- Powerful 10-core performance
- Handles gaming and video editing
- Good for intensive tasks
Cons
- Requires robust power supply
- Needs efficient cooling
- High power draw
Intel Core i5 4590S 4-core LGA 1150
The Intel Core i5-4590S is generally well-regarded for its value and performance, with users praising its speed and included cooler. However, compatibility with older motherboards may require a BIOS update, and the integrated graphics are not ideal for 4K gaming. Overclocking is not supported, and the lower clock speed compared to the i5-4590 is a trade-off for lower power consumption.
Pros
- Great value for money
- Comes with cooler
- Good performance
- Low power consumption
Cons
- BIOS update may be needed
- Integrated graphics weak for 4K gaming
- No overclocking support
- Lower clock speed than i5-4590
Scores
Specifications
| Intel Core i9 X-Series 9820X | Intel Core i5 4590S | |
|---|---|---|
| Processor | ||
| Brand | Intel | Intel |
| Series | Core i9 | Core i5 |
| Model | 9820X | i5-4590S |
| Codename | Skylake | Haswell |
| Class | desktop | desktop |
| Process | 14★ | 22 |
| Cores & Clocks | ||
| Cores | 10★ | 4 |
| Threads | 20★ | 4 |
| Base Clock | ||
| Boost Clock | ||
| Cache | ||
| L2 Cache | 10★ | 1 |
| L3 Cache | 17★ | 6 |
| Performance | ||
| PassMark Multi | ||
| PassMark Single | ||
| Memory | ||
| Memory Type | DDR4-2666★ | DDR3 |
| Max Speed | No data | |
| Channels | 4★ | — |
| Max Memory | — | 32★ |
| Platform & Power | ||
| Socket | LGA 2066 | LGA 1150 |
| TDP | 165 | 65★ |
| Unlocked | ✓★ | ✗ |
| Graphics & AI | ||
| Integrated Graphics | — | Intel HD Graphics 4600 |
Pros & Cons
Intel Core i9 X-Series 9820X 10-core LGA 2066
- Strong ai (79th percentile)
- Strong social proof (78th percentile)
- Strong platform (77th percentile)
- Strong multi thread (75th percentile)
- Below average affordability (18th percentile)18th %ile
- Below average user sentiment (21st percentile)
Intel Core i5 4590S 4-core LGA 1150
- Strong affordability (89th percentile)89th %ile
- Strong feature (70th percentile)
- Below average social proof (10th percentile)10th %ile
- Below average platform (18th percentile)18th %ile
- Below average user sentiment (21st percentile)
Pricing
Verdict
Scores 61 overall, wins 5 of 6 usage categories and 13 of 22 specs.
