Intel Core i5-3570 vs Intel Core i5-4590

The Intel Core i5-3570 (Ivy Bridge S) was introduced in the second quarter of 2012 for mainstream desktops.

The Intel Core i5-4590 (Haswell S) followed in the second quarter of 2014 with architectural improvements for the same segment.

Both CPUs, manufactured by Intel using the 22 nm fabrication process, have four cores and four threads. They support PCI Express 3.0, offer a maximum memory bandwidth of 26 GB/s, and feature 6 MB of Level 3 Cache. In terms of performance, the Intel Core i5-4590 noticeably surpasses the Intel Core i5-3570 in single-core performance and also shows a clear advantage in multi-core applications in Geekbench 6.

In Cinebench R23, the single-core performance of the Intel Core i5-4590 is also higher, while multi-core performance shows similar values. These IPC improvements of the Haswell architecture mean that the Intel Core i5-4590 delivers better performance in games that benefit from faster single cores.

The Intel Core i5-3570 integrates the Intel HD Graphics 2500, while the Intel Core i5-4590 uses the more powerful Intel HD Graphics 4600. The Haswell architecture of the Intel Core i5-4590 brought efficiency improvements, enabling better performance per watt. On the used market, the Intel Core i5-4590 is generally the more attractive choice due to its superior performance and better integrated graphics, often without a significantly higher price.

The Intel Core i5-3570 is a cost-effective option for basic tasks. For improved system responsiveness, smoother gaming, and higher overall computing performance, the Intel Core i5-4590 is the recommended choice.