Ryzen 5 1600

Details and Benchmarks for AMD Ryzen 5 1600

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Benchmark Results

Combined benchmark scores based on multiple data points, giving a quick overview of this processor's performance.

Overall Score

Overall score for Ryzen 5 1600 based on all benchmark results gathered. Look at this like a meta score, you will find more specific workload ratings below.

5,325 Rank: 597
Rank Name Score Visual
593 Pentium Gold G7400T 5,333
+0.2%
594 FX-8350 5,330
+0.1%
595 EPYC 7302 5,329
+0.1%
596 Core i5-8600T 5,326
+0%
597 Ryzen 5 1600 5,325
598 Core i7-4790S 5,325
+0%
599 Xeon E3-1276 v3 5,324
+-0%
600 Xeon E3-1240 v3 5,321
-0.1%
601 Core i3-1115G4E 5,320
-0.1%
602 Xeon D-2146NT 5,318
-0.1%

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Multicore Score

Multicore performance score for Ryzen 5 1600 based on multi-threaded benchmark results.

5,166 Rank: 531
Rank Name Score Visual
527 Core i3-7101E 5,175
+0.2%
528 Core i7-4960X 5,175
+0.2%
529 Core i7-8670 5,168
+0%
530 Ryzen 5 4600U 5,167
+0%
531 Ryzen 5 1600 5,166
532 Core i5-10600 5,165
+-0%
533 Ryzen 3 5300G 5,165
+-0%
534 Core i9-8950HK 5,164
+-0%
535 Ryzen 3 PRO 3200GE 5,162
-0.1%
536 Xeon E-2276M 5,161
-0.1%

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Singlecore Score

Single-core performance score for Ryzen 5 1600 based on single-threaded benchmark results.

5,431 Rank: 606
Rank Name Score Visual
602 Core i5-8305G 5,437
+0.1%
603 Ryzen 7 PRO 4750U 5,437
+0.1%
604 Ryzen 3 PRO 4450U 5,436
+0.1%
605 EPYC 7402P 5,433
+0%
606 Ryzen 5 1600 5,431
607 Core i7-4930MX 5,431
+0%
608 EPYC 7451 5,426
-0.1%
609 Ryzen 5 PRO 2400G 5,425
-0.1%
610 Core i3-9100F 5,424
-0.1%
611 Core i3-10100 5,424
-0.1%

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Workload Scores

Performance scores grouped by workload type, normalized and aggregated from multiple raw benchmark results.

Number Crunching

Aggregated score for Ryzen 5 1600 based on integer math, floating point math, and prime number computation benchmarks.

4,814 Rank: 518
Rank Name Score Visual
514 Xeon E-2176M 4,818
+0.1%
515 Xeon E5-1660 v2 4,817
+0.1%
516 Xeon E5-1650 v3 4,816
+0%
517 Core i7-5930K 4,815
+0%
518 Ryzen 5 1600 4,814
519 Xeon Silver 4110 4,811
-0.1%
520 Xeon D-1541 4,810
-0.1%
521 Xeon E5-2650 v2 4,810
-0.1%
522 Core i7-9850HE 4,809
-0.1%
523 Xeon E5-2620 v4 4,808
-0.1%

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Data Processing

Aggregated score for Ryzen 5 1600 based on data encryption, data compression, and string sorting benchmarks.

4,997 Rank: 422
Rank Name Score Visual
418 Ryzen 5 2600E 5,014
+0.3%
419 Xeon E5-2680 v2 5,009
+0.2%
420 Xeon E-2336 5,007
+0.2%
421 Core i7-6900K 4,997
+0%
422 Ryzen 5 1600 4,997
423 Core i7-5960X 4,993
-0.1%
424 Ryzen 5 4600U 4,992
-0.1%
425 Xeon E5-2650 v4 4,989
-0.2%
426 Core i7-10875H 4,987
-0.2%
427 Core i7-10870H 4,986
-0.2%

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Physics & Compute

Aggregated score for Ryzen 5 1600 based on physics simulation and extended instruction set (SSE/AVX) benchmarks.

4,767 Rank: 629
Rank Name Score Visual
625 Xeon E3-1260L v5 4,768
+0%
626 Ryzen 3 PRO 5450U 4,768
+0%
627 Xeon E3-1280 v5 4,767
+0%
628 Xeon D-1559 4,767
+0%
629 Ryzen 5 1600 4,767
630 Core i7-3930K 4,766
+-0%
631 Core i7-4850HQ 4,766
+-0%
632 Core i5-5675C 4,765
+-0%
633 Xeon E3-1245 v5 4,764
-0.1%
634 Xeon E3-1275 v5 4,763
-0.1%

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Ryzen 5 1600 Details

As of March 2026, the AMD Ryzen 5 1600 remains a notable mid-range desktop processor, particularly for users seeking strong multi-threaded performance at a reasonable price point. With an Overall Score of 5325, it ranks #597 among 2060 processors, placing it firmly in the mid-tier segment of the desktop CPU landscape. Its multicore performance, rated at 5166, positions it slightly above average, ranking #531 of 2060, while its single-core score of 5431 lands it at #606, indicating a well-balanced design that benefits from both core count and efficient per-core performance. Notably, the Ryzen 5 1600 outperforms several modern Intel offerings, such as the Core i3-10100 and Core i3-9100F, despite being an older design. However, it trails behind the latest generation of processors, as evidenced by its placement far below the top 50 in both single-core and multicore rankings.

The Ryzen 5 1600 is built on AMD's Zen architecture, fabricated on a 14 nm process node by GlobalFoundries. It features 6 cores and 12 threads, thanks to Simultaneous Multithreading (SMT), enabling efficient multitasking and improved performance in threaded applications. Base clock speed is 3.2 GHz, with a turbo boost up to 3.6 GHz, supported by a 65 W TDP and a socket AM4 platform. It supports dual-channel DDR4 memory at up to 2666 MT/s, with a maximum memory capacity of 32 GB. The processor also includes a robust L3 cache of 16 MB, which enhances data access speeds in high-performance scenarios.

Integrated graphics are absent, meaning users must rely on a discrete GPU for visual output. However, the Ryzen 5 1600 supports advanced features such as AES-NI, AVX2, and AMD-V for encryption, vector processing, and hardware virtualization. It also supports ECC memory, making it suitable for workstations or servers where data integrity is critical. The processor comes bundled with the Wraith Spire cooler, ensuring reliable thermal performance under load.

In benchmarking, the Ryzen 5 1600 demonstrates solid performance in tasks such as data processing and physics simulations, with scores of 4997 and 4767, respectively. While not competitive with today’s flagship processors, it remains a capable choice for productivity, light gaming, and content creation. Its value proposition lies in its strong performance per dollar, particularly when compared to newer CPUs with similar multicore capabilities. For users upgrading from older platforms or building a cost-effective system, the Ryzen 5 1600 continues to offer reliable performance nearly a decade after its launch.
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AMD Ryzen 5 1600

Main Specifications

Designer: AMD
Name: Ryzen 5 1600
Model Number: i7-4790
Cores: 4
Threads: 8
Base Frequency: 3600 MHz
Clock Multiplier: 32x (unlocked)
Core Name: Zen
Socket: FCLGA1150
Package: µPGA
Target Segment: Desktop
Max CPUs: 1
TDP: 84 W

Cache Specifications

L1 Cache: 94.208 KiB
L2 Cache: 0.488 MiB
L3 Cache: 15.259 MiB

Memory Specifications

Supported Memory Type: DDR3-1333/1600, DDR3L-1333/1600 @ 1.5V
Memory Channels: 2
Maximum Memory: 0 GB
Maximum Bandwidth: 25.6 GB/s
ECC Support: No

PCI-Express Specifications

PCIe Revision: Up to 3.0
PCIe Lanes: 16
PCIe Configuration: Up to 1x16, 2x8, 1x8+2x4

Integrated Graphics

GPU: HD Graphics 4600
GPU Designer: Intel
GPU Max Frequency: 1200 MHz

Physical Specifications

Process: 22 nm
Die Area: 192 mm²
Manufacturer: GlobalFoundries
Word Size: 64-bit

CPU Features

MMX SSE SSE2 SSE3 SSSE3 SSE4.1 SSE4.2 AVX AVX2 BMI1 BMI2 FMA3 AES F16C x86-64 HT EIST TXT vPro VT-x VT-d EPT Secure Key SMEP SIPP IPT SSE4a SHA AMD-V TSX SMT Flex Memory FMA
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