AMD Ryzen 5 1600X
About processor
The AMD Ryzen 5 1600X processor is a powerful and efficient CPU for desktop use. With a code name of Summit Ridge and a 14nm technology, this processor is designed to deliver high performance while maintaining energy efficiency. The Ryzen 5 1600X boasts a total of 6 cores and 12 threads, making it capable of handling multitasking and demanding applications with ease. It also features a generous 16MB of L3 cache and has a thermal design power (TDP) of 95W, which ensures that it runs cool and quiet even under heavy workloads.
In terms of performance, the Ryzen 5 1600X excels in both single core and multi-core tasks. According to Geekbench 6 benchmarks, it achieves a score of 1127 in single-core performance and 4764 in multi-core performance, showcasing its ability to handle a wide range of tasks with efficiency.
Overall, the AMD Ryzen 5 1600X is a solid choice for users who are looking for a reliable and high-performing processor for their desktop setup. Whether it's for gaming, content creation, or everyday computing, the Ryzen 5 1600X is more than capable of delivering the performance needed to tackle any task.
Basic
Label Name
AMD
Platform
Desktop
Launch Date
April 2017
Code Name
Summit Ridge
CPU Specifications
Total Cores
?
Cores is a hardware term that describes the number of independent central processing units in a single computing component (die or chip).
6
Total Threads
?
Where applicable, Intel® Hyper-Threading Technology is only available on Performance-cores.
12
Basic Frequency
3.6GHz
Max Turbo Frequency
?
Max Turbo Frequency is the maximum single-core frequency at which the processor is capable of operating using Intel® Turbo Boost Technology and, if present, Intel® Turbo Boost Max Technology 3.0 and Intel® Thermal Velocity Boost. Frequency is typically measured in gigahertz (GHz), or billion cycles per second.
Up to 4.0GHz
L1 Cache
576KB
L2 Cache
3MB
L3 Cache
16MB
CPU Socket
?
The socket is the component that provides the mechanical and electrical connections between the processor and motherboard.
AM4
Technology
?
Lithography refers to the semiconductor technology used to manufacture an integrated circuit, and is reported in nanometer (nm), indicative of the size of features built on the semiconductor.
14nm
TDP
95W
Max. Operating Temperature
?
Junction Temperature is the maximum temperature allowed at the processor die.
95°C
PCI Express Version
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PCI Express Revision is the supported version of the PCI Express standard. Peripheral Component Interconnect Express (or PCIe) is a high-speed serial computer expansion bus standard for attaching hardware devices to a computer. The different PCI Express versions support different data rates.
PCIe 3.0 x16
Memory Specifications
Memory Type
?
Intel® processors come in four different types: Single Channel, Dual Channel, Triple Channel, and Flex Mode. Maximum supported memory speed may be lower when populating multiple DIMMs per channel on products that support multiple memory channels.
DDR4
Memory Channels
?
The number of memory channels refers to the bandwidth operation for real world application.
2
Bus Speed
Up to 2667MT/s
GPU Specifications
Integrated Graphics Model
?
An integrated GPU refers to the graphics core that is integrated into the CPU processor. Leveraging the processor's powerful computational capabilities and intelligent power efficiency management, it delivers outstanding graphics performance and a smooth application experience at a lower power consumption.
Discrete Graphics Card Required
Benchmarks
Geekbench 6
Single Core
Score
1127
Geekbench 6
Multi Core
Score
4764
Geekbench 5
Single Core
Score
1093
Geekbench 5
Multi Core
Score
6148
Passmark CPU
Single Core
Score
2197
Passmark CPU
Multi Core
Score
13066
Compared to Other CPU
Geekbench 6 Single Core
Geekbench 6 Multi Core
Geekbench 5 Single Core
Geekbench 5 Multi Core
Passmark CPU Single Core
Passmark CPU Multi Core