AMD Ryzen 5 3600X
About processor
The AMD Ryzen 5 3600X processor is a powerhouse when it comes to desktop computing. With its Matisse code name and TSMC 7nm FinFET technology, it delivers exceptional performance and efficiency. The processor features a total of 6 cores and 12 threads, making it capable of handling multitasking and demanding applications with ease.
The 32MB L3 cache ensures that data access is fast and smooth, resulting in quick responsiveness and seamless user experience. With a TDP of 95W, it strikes a good balance between performance and power consumption, making it suitable for a wide range of desktop systems.
In terms of benchmark scores, the AMD Ryzen 5 3600X excels with a Geekbench 6 Single Core score of 1634 and a Multi Core score of 6956. These scores are a testament to the processor's ability to handle both single-threaded and multi-threaded tasks efficiently.
Overall, the AMD Ryzen 5 3600X is a top performer in the desktop CPU market, offering impressive performance, advanced technology, and excellent value for both gaming and productivity tasks. Whether you're a professional or a casual user, this processor is definitely worth considering for your next desktop build or upgrade.
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
3.8GHz
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 4.4GHz
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
95W
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
1634
Geekbench 6
Multi Core
Score
6956
Geekbench 5
Single Core
Score
1314
Geekbench 5
Multi Core
Score
7043
Passmark CPU
Single Core
Score
2765
Passmark CPU
Multi Core
Score
18679
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