Intel Core i5-4590S vs AMD A8-3800

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CPU comparison with benchmarks

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Intel Core i5-4590S or Intel Core i5-4590S – which processor offers superior performance? In this comparison, we examine disparities and assess which of these two CPUs outperforms the other. We delve into technical specifications and benchmark outcomes.
The Intel Core i5-4590S features 4 processor cores and has the capability to manage 4 threads concurrently.
It was released in Q2/2014 and belongs to the 4 generation of the Intel Core i5 series.
To use the Intel Core i5-4590S, you'll need a motherboard with a LGA 1150 socket.
The AMD A8-3800 features 4 processor cores and has the capability to manage 4 threads concurrently.
It was released in Q3/2011 and belongs to the 1 generation of the AMD A series.
To use the AMD A8-3800, you'll need a motherboard with a FM1 socket.
Intel Core i5 Family AMD A
Desktop / Server Segment Desktop / Server
Intel Core i5-4590S Name AMD A8-3800
Intel Core i 4000 Group AMD A8-3000
4 Generation 1
 
 

CPU Cores and Base Frequency

The Intel Core i5-4590S has 4 CPU cores and can calculate 4 threads in parallel.
The clock frequency of the Intel Core i5-4590S is 3.0 GHz
and turbo frequency for one core is 3.7 GHz.
The AMD A8-3800 has 4 CPU cores and can calculate 4 threads in parallel.
The clock frequency of the AMD A8-3800 is 2.4 GHz
and turbo frequency for one core is 2.7 GHz.
4x Cores 4x
3.3 GHz Turbo Frequency (all cores) 2.7 GHz
3.0 GHz Frequency 2.4 GHz
4 CPU Cores 4
normal Core architecture normal
No Hyperthreading No
No Overclocking Yes
4 Threads 4
3.7 GHz Turbo Frequency (1 core) 2.7 GHz
 
 

Internal Graphics

The Intel Core i5-4590S has integrated graphics, called iGPU for short.
Specifically, the Intel Core i5-4590S uses the Intel HD Graphics 4600, which has 160 texture shaders
and 20 execution units.
The iGPU uses the system's main memory as graphics memory and sits on the processor's die.
The AMD A8-3800 has integrated graphics, called iGPU for short.
Specifically, the AMD A8-3800 uses the AMD Radeon HD 6550D, which has 400 texture shaders
and 5 execution units.
1.15 GHz GPU (Turbo) --
Q2/2013 Release date Q2/2011
20 Execution units 5
11.1 Direct X 11
-- Max. displays --
160 Shaders 400
Intel HD Graphics 4600 GPU name AMD Radeon HD 6550D
0.35 GHz GPU frequency 0.6 GHz
2.0 GB Max. GPU Memory 1.0 GB
7.5 Generation 3
22 nm Technology 32 nm
 
 

Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning

-- AI specifications --
-- AI hardware --
 
 

Hardware codec support

A photo or video codec that is accelerated in hardware can greatly accelerate the working speed of a processor and extend the battery life of notebooks or smartphones when playing videos.
No VP8 No
No VP9 No
Decode / Encode AVC Decode
Decode / Encode h264 Decode
Decode JPEG Decode / Encode
Decode VC-1 Decode
No AV1 No
No h265 / HEVC (8 bit) No
No h265 / HEVC (10 bit) No
 
 

Memory & PCIe

The processor supports a maximum memory capacity of 32.0 GB distributed across 2 memory channels. It offers a peak memory bandwidth of 25.6 GB/s. Both the type and quantity of memory can have a substantial impact on the overall system performance.
Yes AES-NI No
32.0 GB Max. Memory 0 bytes
25.6 GB/s Bandwidth --
DDR3-1600 Memory type DDR3-1600
pci PCIe pci
2 Memory channels 2
No ECC No
 
 

Thermal Management

The processor has a thermal design power (TDP) of 65 W watts.
TDP indicates the cooling solution needed to effectively manage the processor's heat. It generally provides an approximate indication of the actual power consumption of the CPU itself.
65 W TDP (PL1 / PBP) 65 W
-- Tjunction max --
 
 

Technical details

The Intel Core i5-4590S is manufactured using a 22 nm process.
A smaller manufacturing process indicates a more contemporary and energy-efficient CPU.
In total, this processor boasts a generous 6.0 MB cache.
A substantial cache can significantly enhance the processor's performance, particularly in scenarios like gaming.
The AMD A8-3800 is manufactured using a 32 nm process.
In total, this processor boasts a generous 4.0 MB cache.
Technical data sheet Documents Technical data sheet
Q2/2014 Release date Q3/2011
LGA 1150 Socket FM1
0 bytes L2-Cache 0 bytes
6.0 MB L3-Cache 4.0 MB
Windows 10, Linux Operating systems Windows 10, Linux
x86-64 (64 bit) Instruction set (ISA) x86-64 (64 bit)
-- Part Number --
Haswell S Architecture Llano (K10)
VT-x, VT-x EPT, VT-d Virtualization AMD-V
202 $ Release price 130 $
SSE4.1, SSE4.2, AVX2 ISA extensions SSE3, SSE4a
Monolithic Chip design --
22 nm Technology 32 nm
 
 

Benchmarks

Geekbench 3, 64bit (Multi-Core)

Intel Core i5-4590S
4C 4T @ 3.0 GHz
10114
10114
AMD A8-3800
4C 4T @ 2.4 GHz
4738
4738

Estimated results for PassMark CPU Mark

Intel Core i5-4590S
4C 4T @ 3.0 GHz
5122
5122
AMD A8-3800
4C 4T @ 2.4 GHz
1994
1994

Geekbench 3, 64bit (Single-Core)

Intel Core i5-4590S
4C 4T @ 3.0 GHz
3412
3412
AMD A8-3800
4C 4T @ 2.4 GHz
1355
1355

Geekbench 5, 64bit (Multi-Core)

Intel Core i5-4590S
4C 4T @ 3.0 GHz
2651
2651
AMD A8-3800
4C 4T @ 2.4 GHz
1354
1354

Geekbench 5, 64bit (Single-Core)

Intel Core i5-4590S
4C 4T @ 3.0 GHz
869
869
AMD A8-3800
4C 4T @ 2.4 GHz
368
368

Cinebench R11.5, 64bit (iGPU, OpenGL)

AMD A8-3800
4C 4T @ 2.4 GHz
24.6
24.6
Intel Core i5-4590S
4C 4T @ 3.0 GHz
20.1
20.1

Cinebench R11.5, 64bit (Multi-Core)

Intel Core i5-4590S
4C 4T @ 3.0 GHz
5.4
5.4
AMD A8-3800
4C 4T @ 2.4 GHz
2.9
2.9