Ryzen 5 3600

Details and Benchmarks for AMD Ryzen 5 3600

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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 3600 based on all benchmark results gathered. Look at this like a meta score, you will find more specific workload ratings below.

5,669 Rank: 378
Rank Name Score Visual
374 Ryzen 7 PRO 4750GE 5,681
+0.2%
375 Xeon E5-2699A v4 5,676
+0.1%
376 Xeon w3-2423 5,673
+0.1%
377 Ryzen 9 4900HS 5,670
+0%
378 Ryzen 5 3600 5,669
379 Xeon E3-1280 v6 5,669
+0%
380 Xeon Silver 4314 5,668
+-0%
381 Ryzen 7 PRO 2700 5,666
-0.1%
382 Core i7-9700 5,662
-0.1%
383 Core i9-10900T 5,662
-0.1%

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Multicore Score

Multicore performance score for Ryzen 5 3600 based on multi-threaded benchmark results.

5,421 Rank: 424
Rank Name Score Visual
420 Xeon Gold 5115 5,428
+0.1%
421 Ryzen 5 PRO 1600 5,427
+0.1%
422 Core i7-5960X 5,427
+0.1%
423 Core Ultra 5 134U 5,427
+0.1%
424 Ryzen 5 3600 5,421
425 Ryzen 5 PRO 2400GE 5,419
+-0%
426 Xeon E5-2630 v4 5,419
+-0%
427 Core 5 120U 5,419
+-0%
428 Core 7 150U 5,418
-0.1%
429 Xeon E5-2640 v4 5,416
-0.1%

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Singlecore Score

Single-core performance score for Ryzen 5 3600 based on single-threaded benchmark results.

5,834 Rank: 341
Rank Name Score Visual
337 Core i5-1235U 5,840
+0.1%
338 Xeon W-2145 5,838
+0.1%
339 Ryzen Threadripper 2990WX 5,836
+0%
340 Core i9-10900E 5,835
+0%
341 Ryzen 5 3600 5,834
342 Xeon Gold 6134M 5,831
-0.1%
343 Xeon W-2150B 5,828
-0.1%
344 Ryzen 5 3500 5,828
-0.1%
345 Xeon W-3245 5,826
-0.1%
346 Ryzen 7 PRO 2700X 5,825
-0.2%

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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 3600 based on integer math, floating point math, and prime number computation benchmarks.

5,059 Rank: 344
Rank Name Score Visual
340 Ryzen 7 5800U 5,063
+0.1%
341 Ryzen 5 5600G 5,062
+0.1%
342 Core i7-9800X 5,060
+0%
343 Xeon Gold 5118 5,060
+0%
344 Ryzen 5 3600 5,059
345 Ryzen 7 5825U 5,059
+0%
346 Core Ultra 7 165U 5,057
+-0%
347 Xeon W-1350P 5,056
-0.1%
348 Xeon W-2145 5,053
-0.1%
349 Core i9-9900KF 5,053
-0.1%

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Data Processing

Aggregated score for Ryzen 5 3600 based on data encryption, data compression, and string sorting benchmarks.

5,123 Rank: 357
Rank Name Score Visual
353 Xeon E-2288G 5,130
+0.1%
354 Ryzen 7 4800U 5,130
+0.1%
355 Ryzen 5 4500 5,126
+0.1%
356 Xeon W-2145 5,125
+0%
357 Ryzen 5 3600 5,123
358 Xeon W-3225 5,122
+-0%
359 EPYC 7251 5,120
-0.1%
360 Ryzen 7 5800U 5,120
-0.1%
361 Ryzen 7 5825U 5,119
-0.1%
362 Core i7-9800X 5,117
-0.1%

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Physics & Compute

Aggregated score for Ryzen 5 3600 based on physics simulation and extended instruction set (SSE/AVX) benchmarks.

5,096 Rank: 342
Rank Name Score Visual
338 Ryzen 7 PRO 4750G 5,112
+0.3%
339 Xeon w3-2423 5,103
+0.1%
340 Xeon E5-4660 v4 5,101
+0.1%
341 Ryzen 7 4700G 5,097
+0%
342 Ryzen 5 3600 5,096
343 Xeon E5-2660 v4 5,091
-0.1%
344 Xeon D-2183IT 5,091
-0.1%
345 Core i7-9700K 5,090
-0.1%
346 Ryzen 7 6800U 5,087
-0.2%
347 Ryzen 5 5600GT 5,086
-0.2%

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Ryzen 5 3600 Details

The AMD Ryzen 5 3600 stands as a testament to the company's ability to deliver high-performance computing at an accessible price point. Launched in July 2019, this processor remains a relevant choice for mainstream desktop users, particularly those building or upgrading a system without a discrete graphics card. Despite its age, the Ryzen 5 3600 continues to hold its own in the benchmark landscape, showcasing the enduring value of its Zen 2 architecture. As of March 2026, it is no longer a cutting-edge solution, but it still offers a compelling blend of performance, efficiency, and feature set that makes it suitable for a wide range of applications.

At its core, the Ryzen 5 3600 is a six-core, twelve-thread processor built on AMD's Zen 2 microarchitecture, fabricated on a 7 nm process node by TSMC. This design allows it to deliver a base clock of 3.6 GHz, with a maximum boost frequency reaching 4.2 GHz, enabling it to handle demanding workloads with relative ease. The processor is equipped with a substantial 32 MiB of L3 cache, which plays a crucial role in reducing latency and improving performance in both gaming and productivity tasks. The chip is designed for Socket AM4, making it compatible with a wide range of motherboards from the AMD 300, 400, and 500 series chipsets, providing excellent upgrade flexibility for users.

The Ryzen 5 3600 operates at a TDP of 65 W, a figure that reflects its efficient design and makes it an ideal candidate for compact builds or systems with modest cooling solutions. It supports up to 131072 MiB (128 GB) of DDR4-3200 memory across four channels, with a memory bandwidth of 51.2 GB/s. While the processor does not feature integrated graphics, requiring a discrete GPU for visual output, it does include a comprehensive suite of features that enhance performance and system security. These include support for Advanced Vector Extensions (AVX and AVX2), AES encryption, and AMD's Precision Boost 2 and SenseMI technologies, which dynamically optimize performance based on workload demands.

In terms of benchmark performance, the Ryzen 5 3600 achieves an overall score of 5669, placing it at #378 out of 2060 processors. Its single-core performance scores 5834, ranking it #341, while its multicore score of 5421 places it at #424. These results indicate that the processor excels in single-threaded applications, where its high clock speeds and efficient architecture shine. However, its multicore performance, while respectable, shows a more modest ranking, suggesting that its primary strength lies in tasks that benefit from strong single-core performance rather than heavy parallel processing. The processor outperforms several older and mid-range CPUs, including the Core i7-9700 and the Xeon Gold 6134M, but it is notably surpassed by modern high-end processors like the Ryzen 9 9950X3D and Core Ultra 9 285K.

In conclusion, the Ryzen 5 3600 remains a solid choice for desktop users seeking a reliable and efficient processor for gaming, content creation, and general computing tasks. Its strong single-core performance, combined with its support for modern technologies and efficient power consumption, makes it a versatile option. While it may not compete with the latest flagship processors in raw multicore performance, its value proposition ensures it remains a popular choice for budget-conscious builders and those looking to upgrade older systems. For users prioritizing performance per watt and overall system cost, the Ryzen 5 3600 continues to deliver excellent results.
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AMD Ryzen 5 3600

Main Specifications

Designer: AMD
Name: Ryzen 5 3600
Family: Ryzen
Series: 3000
Model Number: 3600
Cores: 6
Threads: 12
Base Frequency: 3600 MHz
Clock Multiplier: 36x (unlocked)
Microarchitecture: Zen 2
Core Name: Matisse
Socket: Socket
Package: µOPGA-1331
Target Segment: Desktop
Max CPUs: 1
TDP: 65 W
Release Price: $199.00

Cache Specifications

L1 Cache: 384 KiB
L1 Instruction Cache: 192.512 KiB (8-way set associative)
L1 Data Cache: 192.512 KiB (8-way set associative)
L2 Cache: 3 MiB (8-way set associative)
L3 Cache: 32 MiB

Memory Specifications

Supported Memory Type: DDR4-3200
Memory Channels: 4
Maximum Memory: 128 GB
Maximum Bandwidth: 47.68 GB/s
ECC Support: Yes

PCI-Express Specifications

PCIe Revision: 4.0
PCIe Lanes: 20
PCIe Configuration: 1x16+x4, 2x8+x4, 1x8+2x4+x4

Physical Specifications

Process: 7 nm
Die Area: 74 mm²
Manufacturer: TSMC
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 HT TBT 2.0 EIST SST TXT vPro VT-x VT-d EPT MPX Secure Key SMEP IPT SSE4a SHA AMD-Vi AMD-V TSME SenseMI Boost 2 AVX-512 AVX512F AVX512CD AVX512BW AVX512DQ AVX512VL TSX VMD SMT XFR 2
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