AMD Ryzen 5 3600

AMD Ryzen 5 3600

About processor

The AMD Ryzen 5 3600 processor is an excellent choice for anyone looking for a powerful and efficient CPU for their desktop. The Matisse architecture and TSMC 7nm FinFET technology ensure that this processor delivers impressive performance while remaining energy efficient with a TDP of 65W. With a total of 6 cores and 12 threads, the Ryzen 5 3600 is capable of handling multitasking and demanding applications with ease. The generous 32MB L3 cache further enhances its processing capabilities, making it a great choice for gamers, content creators, and professionals who need a reliable and fast CPU. In benchmark tests, the Ryzen 5 3600 has consistently delivered impressive results, with a Geekbench 6 Single Core score of 1590 and a Multi-Core score of 6865. This further reinforces its reputation as a high-performance processor that can handle a wide range of tasks efficiently. Overall, the AMD Ryzen 5 3600 processor offers excellent value for its performance and capabilities, making it a highly recommended choice for anyone in need of a versatile and reliable CPU for their desktop system.

Basic

Label Name
AMD
Platform
Desktop
Launch Date
July 2019
Code Name
Matisse

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 4.2GHz
L1 Cache
384KB
L2 Cache
3MB
L3 Cache
32MB
Unlocked for Overclocking
?
AMD`s product warranty does not cover damages caused by overclocking, even when overclocking is enabled via AMD hardware and/or software. GD-26.
Yes
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.
TSMC 7nm FinFET
TDP
65W
Max. Operating Temperature
?
Junction Temperature is the maximum temperature allowed at the processor die.
95°C
PCI Express Version
?
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 4.0 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 3200MT/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

Miscellaneous

OS Support
Windows 11 - 64-Bit Edition, Windows 10 - 64-Bit Edition, RHEL x86 64-Bit, Ubuntu x86 64-Bit *Operating System (OS) support will vary by manufacturer.

Benchmarks

Geekbench 6
Single Core Score
1590
Geekbench 6
Multi Core Score
6865
Geekbench 5
Single Core Score
1158
Geekbench 5
Multi Core Score
5423
Passmark CPU
Single Core Score
2765
Passmark CPU
Multi Core Score
18679

Compared to Other CPU

Geekbench 6 Single Core
1700 +6.9%
1648 +3.6%
1535 -3.5%
1480 -6.9%
Geekbench 6 Multi Core
7701 +12.2%
7243 +5.5%
6427 -6.4%
6023 -12.3%
Geekbench 5 Single Core
1223 +5.6%
1188 +2.6%
1126 -2.8%
1108 -4.3%
Geekbench 5 Multi Core
5956 +9.8%
5749 +6%
5146 -5.1%
4922 -9.2%
Passmark CPU Single Core
2914 +5.4%
2824 +2.1%
2725 -1.4%
2685 -2.9%
Passmark CPU Multi Core
20053 +7.4%
19254 +3.1%
18679
18054 -3.3%
17088 -8.5%