AMD Ryzen 5 2600

AMD Ryzen 5 2600

About processor

The AMD Ryzen 5 2600 is a powerful and efficient processor suitable for desktop use. With its Pinnacle Ridge architecture and 12nm FinFET technology, it offers a high level of performance while maintaining a relatively low power consumption of 65W. The processor features 6 cores and 12 threads, along with a sizable 16MB L3 cache, making it well-equipped to handle multitasking and demanding tasks. Whether you're gaming, streaming, or editing, the Ryzen 5 2600 delivers smooth and responsive performance. In terms of benchmarks, the processor performs impressively. With a Geekbench 6 Single Core score of 1148 and a Multi Core score of 4832, it demonstrates its capability to handle both single-threaded and multi-threaded workloads effectively. Overall, the AMD Ryzen 5 2600 is a solid choice for individuals looking for a reliable and high-performing processor for their desktop setup. Its combination of cores, threads, cache size, and power efficiency make it a versatile and cost-effective option for a wide range of computing needs. Whether you're a casual user or a power user, the Ryzen 5 2600 is definitely worth considering.

Basic

Label Name
AMD
Platform
Desktop
Launch Date
April 2018
Code Name
Pinnacle 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
3.4GHz
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 3.9GHz
L1 Cache
576KB
L2 Cache
3MB
L3 Cache
16MB
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.
12nm 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 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 2933MT/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
1148
Geekbench 6
Multi Core Score
4832
Geekbench 5
Single Core Score
1006
Geekbench 5
Multi Core Score
5587
Passmark CPU
Single Core Score
2387
Passmark CPU
Multi Core Score
13937

Compared to Other CPU

Geekbench 6 Single Core
1214 +5.7%
1108 -3.5%
1075 -6.4%
Geekbench 6 Multi Core
5452 +12.8%
5116 +5.9%
4542 -6%
4259 -11.9%
Geekbench 5 Single Core
1055 +4.9%
1026 +2%
982 -2.4%
962 -4.4%
Geekbench 5 Multi Core
6140 +9.9%
5291 -5.3%
5044 -9.7%
Passmark CPU Single Core
2450 +2.6%
2424 +1.6%
2350 -1.6%
Passmark CPU Multi Core
15151 +8.7%
14440 +3.6%
13937
13446 -3.5%
12762 -8.4%