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AMD Ryzen 5 3600X

Reasons To Buy

✓ Multithreading support.
✓ Overclockable.
✓ Robust management software.
✓ Backwards-compatible with older AM4 motherboards.
✓ Included cooling fan.

Reasons To Avoid

✗ No integrated graphics.
✗ Hampers performance on some demanding games.

Expert Reviews

AMD Ryzen 5 3600X Review

The six-core AMD Ryzen 5 3600X is an excellent mainstream CPU, offering proficient performance, multithreading, and overclockability.

By PCMag · 5 years, 9 months ago
AMD Ryzen 5 3600X Review: the New Mid-Range CPU Leader

Out of the box, the Ryzen 5 3600X is the best processor in its price range for gaming and productivity. AMD throws in support for PCIe 4.0, superior power efficiency, an auto-overclocking tool, and capable bundled cooler, making the Ryzen …

By Tom's Hardware · 6 years, 1 month ago

Specifications

# of CPU Cores	6
# of Threads	12
*OS Support	Windows 11 - 64-Bit Edition Windows 10 - 64-Bit Edition RHEL x86 64-Bit Ubuntu x86 64-Bit
Base Clock	3800.0
CPU Socket	AM4
Default TDP	95
Form Factor	Desktops Boxed Processor
Graphics Model	Discrete Graphics Card Required
L1 Cache	384.0
L2 Cache	3072.0
L3 Cache	32.0
Launch Date	7/7/2019
Max. Boost Clock	4400.0
Max. Operating Temperature (Tjmax)	95.0
Memory Channels	2
PCI Express® Version	PCIe® 4.0 x16
Processor Technology for CPU Cores	TSMC 7nm FinFET
Supported Technologies
System Memory Specification	3200.0
System Memory Type	DDR4
Thermal Solution (MPK)	AMD Wraith Spire
Thermal Solution (PIB)	AMD Wraith Spire
Unlocked for Overclocking	✓