AMD Ryzen 5 2600X
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Released
Q2/2018
AMD Ryzen 5 2600X

Processor AMD Ryzen 5 2600X, specifications and benchmarks

369 place in the overall ranking CPUs!
The AMD Ryzen 5 2600X processor is installed in AM4 socket boards and operates at a frequency of 3.60 GHz. The AMD Ryzen 5 2600X has a total of 6 cores. Release date: Q2/2018. TDP is 95 W. This review will provide all the technical specifications and detailed data about the AMD Ryzen 5 2600X processor. Discover everything to determine whether a game or software will run on AMD Ryzen 5 2600X.

Specifications

Technical data
CPU Family and Group

This section provides a comprehensive overview of the processors generation and family, explaining the specific market segment it is designed for. It covers key details such as the CPUs position within its product lineup, its intended use cases (e.g., consumer, server, or workstation), and how its generation compares to previous models.

  • Segment
    Desktop / Server
  • Family
  • Generation
    2
  • CPU group
    AMD Ryzen 2000
  • Predecessor
    --
  • Successor
    AMD Ryzen 5 3600X
CPU Technical Specs

AMD Ryzen 5 2600X. This section highlights key performance parameters of the processor, including the number of cores, threads, and clock speeds (base and boost frequencies). These metrics directly impact multitasking capabilities and overall system performance in both single-threaded and multi-threaded applications.

  • Frequency
    3.60 GHz
  • CPU Cores
    6
  • Turbo (1 Core)
    4.20 GHz
  • CPU Threads
    12
  • Turbo (6 Cores)
    4.00 GHz
  • Hyperthreading
    Yes
  • Overclocking
    Yes
  • Core architecture
    normal
  • A core
    --
  • B core
    --
  • C core
    --
IGPU

This section provides details on the integrated graphics capabilities of the processor. It covers the architecture, performance characteristics, and supported technologies (e.g., DirectX, OpenGL), which are essential for systems without dedicated GPUs or for mobile devices that require energy-efficient graphics processing.

  • GPU name
    no iGPU
  • GPU frequency
  • GPU (Turbo)
    No turbo
  • Execution units
  • Shader
  • Max. GPU Memory
    --
  • Max. displays
  • Generation
  • DirectX Version
  • Technology
  • Release date
Hardware codec support

This section covers the built-in hardware codec support for video and image processing. The processor’s ability to handle codecs like H.264, HEVC, and VP9 directly influences its performance in tasks such as video playback, editing, and streaming. This hardware acceleration ensures smoother media handling with lower CPU utilization.

  • h265 / HEVC (8 bit)
    No
  • h265 / HEVC (10 bit)
    No
  • h264
    No
  • VP9
    No
  • VP8
    No
  • AV1
    No
  • AVC
    No
  • VC-1
    No
  • JPEG
    No
Memory Specs & PCI

This section breaks down the technical characteristics of the memory supported by the processor, including the types (e.g., DDR4, DDR5), number of memory channels, and maximum supported memory speed. It also covers PCI Express support, which determines the bandwidth available for GPUs, SSDs, and other peripherals, critical for high-performance systems.

  • Memory type
    DDR4-2933
  • Max. Memory
    64 GB
  • ECC
    Yes
  • Memory channels
    2
  • PCIe version
    3.0
  • PCIe lanes
    20
Encryption

This section focuses on the hardware-based security technologies integrated into the processor. These include encryption support features such as AES-NI, Intel SGX, and AMD Secure Memory Encryption, which provide robust protection for sensitive data and help mitigate cybersecurity risks.

  • AES-NI
    Yes
Thermal Management
  • TDP (PL1)
    95 W
  • TDP up
    --
  • TDP (PL2)
    --
  • TDP down
    --
  • Tjunction max.
    95 °C
* see below
Technologies and Extensions

This section explains the underlying technologies that enable the processor to deliver high performance. It includes details about the manufacturing process (e.g., 7nm, 10nm), supported instruction sets (e.g., AVX, SSE), and virtual machine extensions that enhance compatibility and efficiency across various workloads.

  • Instruction set (ISA)
    x86-64 (64 bit)
  • Virtualization
    AMD-V, SVM
  • ISA extensions
    SSE4a, SSE4.1, SSE4.2, AVX2, FMA3
  • L2-Cache
    --
  • L3-Cache
    16.00 MB
  • Architecture
    Pinnacle Ridge (Zen+)
  • Technology
    12 nm
  • Socket
    AM4
  • Release date
    Q2/2018
  • Part Number
    --
Positions in all rankings

Common positions AMD Ryzen 5 2600X CPU in popular benchmarks, for comparison with other models.

  • Cinebench R23 (Single-Core)
    273 place
  • Cinebench R23 (Multi-Core)
    221 place
  • Cinebench R20 (Single-Core)
    287 place
  • Cinebench R20 (Multi-Core)
    217 place
  • Cinebench R15 (Single-Core)
    243 place
  • Cinebench R15 (Multi-Core)
    234 place
  • Geekbench 5, 64bit (Single-Core)
    490 place
  • Geekbench 5, 64bit (Multi-Core)
    471 place
  • Monero Hashrate kH/s
    74 place
  • Blender 2.81 (bmw27)
    119 place
  • Geekbench 3, 64bit (Single-Core)
    28 place
  • Geekbench 3, 64bit (Multi-Core)
    151 place
  • Cinebench R11.5, 64bit (Single-Core)
    73 place
  • Cinebench R11.5, 64bit (Multi-Core)
    124 place
  • Estimated results for PassMark CPU Mark
    392 place

Benchmarks

Performance tests CPU

Compare the benchmark scores of AMD Ryzen 5 2600X with other processors to gauge its real-world performance across various tasks..

These tests encompass tasks such as mathematical calculations, 3D rendering, cryptocurrency mining, and performance evaluations in both single-core and multi-core modes.

Cinebench R23 (Single-Core)
Maxon's Cinebench R23 SC is a cross-platform test suite for macOs and Windows uses one CPU core, with no hypetrading
1082
1078
1078
1074
AMD Ryzen 5 2600X
Cinebench R23 (Multi-Core)
Maxon's Cinebench R23 MC is a cross-platform test suite for macOs and Windows using a multi-core and hyperthreading
7759
7610
7610
7514
AMD Ryzen 5 2600X
Cinebench R20 (Single-Core)
Cinebench R20 SC is a high load CPU test for long tasks on a desktop or notebook PC, uses one CPU core, with no hypetrading
Cinebench R20 (Multi-Core)
Cinebench R20 MC is a high load CPU test for long tasks on a desktop or notebook PC, using a multi-core and hyperthreading
3107
3065
3052
3048
AMD Ryzen 5 2600X
Cinebench R15 (Single-Core)
The Cinebench R15 SC stresses the computing modules of a desktop or laptop computer to their limits and accurately determines the key performance parameters of the hardware
177
177
177
176
AMD Ryzen 5 2600X
Cinebench R15 (Multi-Core)
The Cinebench R15 MC stresses the computing modules of a desktop or laptop computer to their limits and accurately determines the key performance parameters of the hardware
1384
1382
1381
1380
AMD Ryzen 5 2600X
Geekbench 5, 64bit (Single-Core)
Geekbench 5 SC is a popular cross-platform performance test for desktop or mobile processors that uses system memory intensively
1059
1057
1053
1052
AMD Ryzen 5 2600X
Geekbench 5, 64bit (Multi-Core)
Geekbench 5 MC is a popular cross-platform performance test for desktop or mobile processors that uses system memory intensively
5816
5816
5788
5782
AMD Ryzen 5 2600X
Monero Hashrate kH/s
Monero hashrate is an estimated numerical value that determines how many hashes are generated by miners, benefiting from the number of cores CPU and memory speed
5.25
5
5
4.75
AMD Ryzen 5 2600X
Blender 2.81 (bmw27)
Blender is Open Source Software, creating predefined 3D scenes and measuring the time to execute them
242.2
251.2
254.1
278.4
AMD Ryzen 5 2600X
Geekbench 3, 64bit (Single-Core)
Geekbench 3 SC for one CPU core, includes stress tests simulating real 3D scenarios for Windows, Mac, Linux, Ansroid, iOS
4876
4854
4850
4823
AMD Ryzen 5 2600X
Geekbench 3, 64bit (Multi-Core)
Geekbench 3 MC using a multi-core and hyperthreading, includes stress tests simulating real 3D scenarios for Windows, Mac, Linux, Ansroid, iOS
23045
22974
22974
22745
AMD Ryzen 5 2600X
Cinebench R11.5, 64bit (Single-Core)
The PC CPU and GPU test involves rendering a specific 3D scene in single-core mode, based on CINEMA 4D
2.09
2.09
2.09
2.08
AMD Ryzen 5 2600X
Cinebench R11.5, 64bit (Multi-Core)
The PC CPU and GPU test involves rendering a specific 3D scene in multi-core mode and hyperthreading, based on CINEMA 4D
14.66
14.59
14.42
14.4
AMD Ryzen 5 2600X
Estimated results for PassMark CPU Mark
PassMark is a test suite that performs complex mathematical calculations to determine CPU performance on file compression, encryption and physics-related tasks
14536
14444
14396
14360
AMD Ryzen 5 2600X

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*

PL1 - The power limit (in watts) generated by the processor (or GPU) during sustained, standard operation. It represents the typical thermal output during normal workloads.

PL2 - Represents the maximum power limit under heavy load or overclocking conditions. It indicates the thermal output during peak performance.

These values are essential for determining the optimal cooling system and power supply required to maintain stable performance.

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