Ryzen 5 2600E

Details and Benchmarks for AMD Ryzen 5 2600E

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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 2600E based on all benchmark results gathered. Look at this like a meta score, you will find more specific workload ratings below.

5,569 Rank: 437
Rank Name Score Visual
433 Core i5-8600 5,579
+0.2%
434 Xeon W-2140B 5,578
+0.2%
435 Ryzen 3 3300X 5,572
+0.1%
436 Xeon E5-2643 v4 5,569
+0%
437 Ryzen 5 2600E 5,569
438 Core i3-6320 5,568
+-0%
439 Xeon E5-2695 v4 5,566
-0.1%
440 EPYC 7452 5,565
-0.1%
441 Core i5-1235U 5,563
-0.1%
442 Ryzen 7 1700X 5,562
-0.1%

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Multicore Score

Multicore performance score for Ryzen 5 2600E based on multi-threaded benchmark results.

5,364 Rank: 447
Rank Name Score Visual
443 Core i7-10700T 5,372
+0.1%
444 Xeon D-1577 5,371
+0.1%
445 Xeon Gold 5215 5,370
+0.1%
446 Xeon E5-2650L v4 5,365
+0%
447 Ryzen 5 2600E 5,364
448 Core i7-6850K 5,361
-0.1%
449 Ryzen 5 3600X 5,356
-0.1%
450 AMD Ryzen 5 1500X 5,356
-0.1%
451 Core i9-10980HK 5,351
-0.2%
452 Ryzen 7 PRO 5850U 5,344
-0.4%

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Singlecore Score

Single-core performance score for Ryzen 5 2600E based on single-threaded benchmark results.

5,705 Rank: 411
Rank Name Score Visual
407 Xeon Gold 5418Y 5,713
+0.1%
408 Pentium Gold G5620 5,712
+0.1%
409 Xeon E-2276M 5,707
+0%
410 Ryzen 3 4100 5,707
+0%
411 Ryzen 5 2600E 5,705
412 Core i7-5775R 5,705
+0%
413 Xeon E3-1275 v5 5,704
+-0%
414 Core i7-8705G 5,703
+-0%
415 Intel Core i7-4960HQ 5,703
+-0%
416 Core i7-10850H 5,703
+-0%

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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 2600E based on integer math, floating point math, and prime number computation benchmarks.

4,798 Rank: 535
Rank Name Score Visual
531 Core i7-9750H 4,803
+0.1%
532 Core i7-8700T 4,803
+0.1%
533 Core i7-1185G7 4,802
+0.1%
534 Core i9-8950HK 4,799
+0%
535 Ryzen 5 2600E 4,798
536 Core i7-5820K 4,798
+0%
537 Ryzen 3 5425U 4,798
+0%
538 Ryzen 3 PRO 5475U 4,797
+-0%
539 Core i7-1185G7E 4,797
+-0%
540 Xeon D-1559 4,796
+-0%

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Data Processing

Aggregated score for Ryzen 5 2600E based on data encryption, data compression, and string sorting benchmarks.

5,014 Rank: 418
Rank Name Score Visual
414 Core Ultra 5 135U 5,021
+0.1%
415 Xeon E-2286M 5,018
+0.1%
416 Core i9-10980HK 5,018
+0.1%
417 Core Ultra 7 165U 5,017
+0.1%
418 Ryzen 5 2600E 5,014
419 Xeon E5-2680 v2 5,009
-0.1%
420 Xeon E-2336 5,007
-0.1%
421 Core i7-6900K 4,997
-0.3%
422 Ryzen 5 1600 4,997
-0.3%
423 Core i7-5960X 4,993
-0.4%

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Physics & Compute

Aggregated score for Ryzen 5 2600E based on physics simulation and extended instruction set (SSE/AVX) benchmarks.

4,798 Rank: 578
Rank Name Score Visual
574 Ryzen 3 PRO 4350GE 4,801
+0.1%
575 Xeon E5-1650 v2 4,800
+0%
576 Xeon E3-1270 v6 4,799
+0%
577 Core i7-8750H 4,798
+0%
578 Ryzen 5 2600E 4,798
579 Core i7-1165G7 4,797
+-0%
580 Core i5-9500T 4,795
-0.1%
581 Xeon E-2124G 4,794
-0.1%
582 Xeon E3-1240 v6 4,793
-0.1%
583 Xeon D-1557 4,793
-0.1%

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Ryzen 5 2600E Details

Ranking #436 of 2060 in overall performance, the AMD Ryzen 5 2600E offers a compelling blend of efficiency and capability for mainstream desktop users. Launched in September 2018, this processor is part of AMD’s Ryzen 5 lineup, built on the Zen+ microarchitecture at a 12 nm process node. Though now over seven years old, it remains relevant for basic productivity and light multimedia tasks, particularly due to its low TDP of 45 W and strong single-core performance. As of March 2026, while it no longer competes with modern high-end processors, it still holds its own in the mid-tier segment when paired with a discrete GPU.

The Ryzen 5 2600E features six cores and twelve threads, enabled by AMD's Simultaneous Multithreading (SMT) technology, which allows it to handle multitasking workloads more effectively than its predecessors. It operates at a base frequency of 3.1 GHz, with a turbo frequency of up to 4.0 GHz, ensuring responsive performance in single-threaded applications. The chip is manufactured by GlobalFoundries and integrates 16 MB of L3 cache, complemented by 3 MiB of L2 cache and 0.563 MiB of L1 cache, all contributing to efficient data handling. It uses the Socket AM4 platform and supports dual-channel DDR4-2933 memory, with a maximum capacity of 64 GB and a memory bandwidth of 43.71 GiB/s.

Despite its age, the Ryzen 5 2600E delivers strong single-core performance, scoring 5705 in the Singlecore Score benchmark and ranking #411 among 2060 processors. This places it ahead of several modern Intel offerings, including the Core i7-10850H and Core i7-8705G, showcasing its enduring strength in tasks that rely heavily on clock speed and instruction efficiency. However, its multicore performance, measured at 5364 and ranked #447, reveals a more modest profile when compared to newer CPUs with higher core counts and more advanced architectures.

The processor supports a wide array of modern instruction sets, including AVX2, AES-NI, and BMI1/BMI2, making it suitable for content creation, virtualization, and encryption tasks. It also includes hardware virtualization support through AMD-V, which enhances performance in virtual machine environments. While the Ryzen 5 2600E lacks integrated graphics, it is designed for use with discrete GPUs, making it ideal for systems where visual performance is prioritized over onboard display capabilities.

In summary, the Ryzen 5 2600E is a reliable, energy-efficient CPU that remains viable for general computing, office applications, and light gaming when paired with a capable GPU. Its strong single-core performance and low power consumption make it a solid choice for users who prioritize efficiency and cost-effectiveness over cutting-edge capabilities. While it trails behind modern processors in raw performance, its competitive positioning in the broader benchmark landscape reflects its historical significance and enduring value in the desktop market.
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AMD Ryzen 5 2600E

Main Specifications

Designer: AMD
Name: Ryzen 5 2600E
Family: Ryzen
Series: 2000
Model Number: 2600E
Cores: 6
Threads: 12
Base Frequency: 3100 MHz
Clock Multiplier: 31x (unlocked)
Microarchitecture: Zen+
Core Name: Pinnacle
Core Family: 23
Core Model: 8
Socket: Socket
Package: µOPGA-1331
Chipset: Promontory
Target Segment: Desktop
Max CPUs: 1
TDP: 45 W

Cache Specifications

L1 Cache: 576.512 KiB
L1 Instruction Cache: 384 KiB (4-way set associative)
L1 Data Cache: 192.512 KiB (8-way set associative)
L2 Cache: 3 MiB (8-way set associative)
L3 Cache: 16 MiB (16-way set associative)

Memory Specifications

Supported Memory Type: DDR4-2933
Memory Channels: 2
Maximum Memory: 64 GB
Maximum Bandwidth: 43.71 GB/s
ECC Support: Yes

Physical Specifications

Process: 12 nm
Die Area: 213 mm²
Transistor Count: 4.80 billion
Manufacturer: GlobalFoundries
Technology: CMOS
Word Size: 64-bit
ISA: x86-64 (x86)

CPU Features

MMX EMMX SSE SSE2 SSE3 SSSE3 SSE4.1 SSE4.2 AVX AVX2 ABM BMI1 BMI2 FMA3 AES RdRand ADX CLMUL F16C x86-16 x86-32 x86-64 Real Protected SMM FPU NX SMEP SSE4a SHA AMD-Vi AMD-V SenseMI Boost 2 SMT XFR 2
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