Ryzen 5 3600X

Details and Benchmarks for AMD Ryzen 5 3600X

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

5,701 Rank: 362
Rank Name Score Visual
358 Ryzen 7 PRO 7730U 5,708
+0.1%
359 Xeon W-3225 5,707
+0.1%
360 Core i7-9800X 5,705
+0.1%
361 Xeon E-2186M 5,702
+0%
362 Ryzen 5 3600X 5,701
363 Core i3-7350K 5,700
+-0%
364 Core i7-10700 5,700
+-0%
365 Core i7-6700K 5,698
-0.1%
366 Intel Core i7-4770R 5,697
-0.1%
367 EPYC 7282 5,693
-0.1%

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Multicore Score

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

5,356 Rank: 449
Rank Name Score Visual
445 Xeon Gold 5215 5,370
+0.3%
446 Xeon E5-2650L v4 5,365
+0.2%
447 Ryzen 5 2600E 5,364
+0.1%
448 Core i7-6850K 5,361
+0.1%
449 Ryzen 5 3600X 5,356
450 AMD Ryzen 5 1500X 5,356
+0%
451 Core i9-10980HK 5,351
-0.1%
452 Ryzen 7 PRO 5850U 5,344
-0.2%
453 Xeon D-1548 5,342
-0.3%
454 Ryzen 7 PRO 7730U 5,336
-0.4%

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Singlecore Score

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

5,931 Rank: 298
Rank Name Score Visual
294 Ryzen 7 PRO 5875U 5,948
+0.3%
295 Core i5-7600K 5,947
+0.3%
296 Xeon E3-1285 v6 5,939
+0.1%
297 Xeon E3-1240 v6 5,934
+0.1%
298 Ryzen 5 3600X 5,931
299 Ryzen 7 2700E 5,931
+0%
300 Core i7-8709G 5,926
-0.1%
301 Core i9-8950HK 5,918
-0.2%
302 Ryzen 7 2700X 5,916
-0.3%
303 Core i7-10710U 5,909
-0.4%

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

5,073 Rank: 332
Rank Name Score Visual
328 Xeon E-2378 5,087
+0.3%
329 Core i9-11900T 5,083
+0.2%
330 Ryzen 5 5600GT 5,080
+0.1%
331 Xeon E5-2660 v4 5,077
+0.1%
332 Ryzen 5 3600X 5,073
333 Core i7-10700K 5,073
+0%
334 Core i7-10700KF 5,071
+-0%
335 Xeon Gold 5117 5,070
-0.1%
336 Xeon Gold 6234 5,068
-0.1%
337 Xeon E-2356G 5,065
-0.2%

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Data Processing

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

5,139 Rank: 345
Rank Name Score Visual
341 Ryzen 7 1700 5,150
+0.2%
342 Ryzen 7 PRO 1700 5,148
+0.2%
343 Xeon Gold 5117 5,142
+0.1%
344 Xeon E5-2689 v4 5,141
+0%
345 Ryzen 5 3600X 5,139
346 Core i7-6950X 5,138
+-0%
347 Xeon W-1350 5,135
-0.1%
348 Xeon Silver 4309Y 5,135
-0.1%
349 Xeon Gold 6244 5,134
-0.1%
350 Ryzen 5 PRO 4650G 5,134
-0.1%

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Physics & Compute

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

5,113 Rank: 336
Rank Name Score Visual
332 Xeon W-1290 5,120
+0.1%
333 Xeon Silver 4214 5,118
+0.1%
334 Ryzen 5 3600XT 5,117
+0.1%
335 Core i9-10900E 5,115
+0%
336 Ryzen 5 3600X 5,113
337 Ryzen 5 3500X 5,112
+-0%
338 Ryzen 7 PRO 4750G 5,112
+-0%
339 Xeon w3-2423 5,103
-0.2%
340 Xeon E5-4660 v4 5,101
-0.2%
341 Ryzen 7 4700G 5,097
-0.3%

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Ryzen 5 3600X Details

As of March 2026, the AMD Ryzen 5 3600X occupies a notable position in the desktop processor landscape, offering a blend of performance, efficiency, and value that has endured well beyond its launch in July 2019. While it's no longer among the newest offerings, its strong benchmark scores and widespread availability have kept it relevant for budget-conscious enthusiasts and mainstream users. It sits within AMD's Ryzen 5 lineup, built on the Zen 2 (Matisse) architecture, which marked a significant leap in IPC and multi-threaded performance compared to its predecessors.

The Ryzen 5 3600X is a 6-core, 12-thread processor, leveraging Simultaneous Multithreading (SMT) to deliver robust multitasking and productivity performance. It operates at a base frequency of 3.8 GHz, with a turbo frequency reaching up to 4.4 GHz, depending on workload and thermal conditions. This high boost frequency allows it to excel in single-threaded applications, a key strength that contributes to its competitive positioning. The processor is fabricated on a 7 nm process at TSMC, featuring 3.8 billion transistors and a die area of 74 mm², with an I/O die of 124 mm², all packaged in a µOPGA-1331 socket.

In terms of memory and connectivity, the Ryzen 5 3600X supports dual-channel DDR4-3200 memory, with a maximum capacity of 128 GB and a peak memory bandwidth of 51.2 GB/s. It also supports PCIe 4.0, providing ample bandwidth for modern storage and graphics cards. The chip is designed for Socket AM4, ensuring compatibility with a wide range of motherboards from the A300 to B550 series. With a TDP of 95 W, it demands effective cooling solutions, especially when overclocking, though the unlocked multiplier makes it highly overclockable.

The Ryzen 5 3600X is notable for its strong feature set, including support for AVX2, AES-NI, and various virtualization technologies like AMD-V and AMD-Vi. It also includes advanced power management features such as Precision Boost 2 and Extended Frequency Range 2, which dynamically adjust clock speeds to optimize performance and power efficiency. However, it lacks integrated graphics, requiring a discrete GPU for display output.

Benchmark data reveals a well-rounded performer. The processor achieves an Overall Score of 5701, ranking #362 of 2060, a Singlecore Score of 5931 (#298 of 2060), and a Multicore Score of 5356 (#449 of 2060). These results place it ahead of many current-generation CPUs in single-core performance, such as the Core i7-8709G and Core i9-8950HK, while its multicore performance is competitive with high-end desktop processors like the Core i7-6850K and Xeon E5-2650L v4. In the Passmark tests, it scores 5073 in Number Crunching, 5139 in Data Processing, and 5113 in Physics Compute, placing it within the top 350 in each category.

Despite being over six years old, the Ryzen 5 3600X remains a compelling option for users seeking a balance of performance and cost. Its strengths in single-threaded tasks make it ideal for gaming and content creation, while its multi-threaded capabilities support productivity workloads. However, it trails behind modern processors in overall performance, particularly in multicore scenarios, where it ranks behind newer chips like the Ryzen 7 9800X3D and Core i9-14900KS. As a result, it's best suited for users who prioritize value and performance per dollar over cutting-edge capabilities.
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AMD Ryzen 5 3600X

Main Specifications

Designer: AMD
Name: Ryzen 5 3600X
Family: Ryzen
Series: 3000
Model Number: 3600X
Cores: 6
Threads: 12
Base Frequency: 3800 MHz
Clock Multiplier: 38x (unlocked)
Microarchitecture: Zen 2
Core Name: Matisse
Socket: Socket
Package: µOPGA-1331
Target Segment: Desktop
Max CPUs: 1
TDP: 95 W
Release Price: $249.00

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: 2
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

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