AMD Ryzen 5 3600X
AMD Epyc 7F72
Select video card 1
Select video card 2

AMD Ryzen 5 3600X vs AMD Epyc 7F72. Specifications, performance, tests

Overall score
star star star star star
Released
Q3/2019
AMD Ryzen 5 3600X
AMD Ryzen 5 3600X
Released
Q2/2020
Overall score
star star star star star
AMD Epyc 7F72
AMD Epyc 7F72

Compare AMD Ryzen 5 3600X VS AMD Epyc 7F72. Which processor delivers superior performance?

In this detailed comparison, we evaluate the specifications and benchmarks of both processors to determine the best choice for your needs. We analyze their core counts, maximum frequencies, and power consumption.

AMD Ryzen 5 3600X boasts a maximum frequency of 3.80 GHz GHz. 6 cores that enhance multitasking capabilities.With a power consumption of 95 W W, it ensures efficient performance.Released in Q3/2019, it incorporates the latest technology for optimal efficiency.

AMD Epyc 7F72 features a maximum frequency of 3.20 GHz GHz. 24 cores designed for high-performance tasks.Its power consumption is 240 W W, providing a balance of power and efficiency.Launched in Q2/2020, it is built to handle demanding applications.

Differences

AMD Ryzen 5 3600X Reasons to consider
AMD Ryzen 5 3600X
Report a bug
  • Place in the overall ranking

    (based on several benchmarks)

    509 left arrow score
  • Higher clock speed

    Around 16% better clock speed

    3.80 GHz left arrow 3.20 GHz
  • Higher turbo clock speed

    Around 16% better overclocked clock speed

    4.40 GHz left arrow 3.70 GHz
  • Performance per watt

    times less performance per watt

    95 W left arrow 240 W

Positions in all rankings

Common positions AMD Ryzen 5 3600X CPU in popular benchmarks, for comparison with other models.

  • Cinebench R23 (Single-Core)
    181 place
  • Cinebench R23 (Multi-Core)
    175 place
  • Cinebench R20 (Single-Core)
    146 place
  • Cinebench R20 (Multi-Core)
    178 place
  • Cinebench R15 (Single-Core)
    115 place
  • Cinebench R15 (Multi-Core)
    184 place
  • Geekbench 5, 64bit (Single-Core)
    344 place
  • Geekbench 5, 64bit (Multi-Core)
    397 place
  • Monero Hashrate kH/s
    40 place
  • Blender 2.81 (bmw27)
    129 place
  • Estimated results for PassMark CPU Mark
    1305 place
AMD Epyc 7F72 Reasons to consider
AMD Epyc 7F72
Report a bug
  • More number of cores

    About 4 times more cores

    24 left arrow 6

Positions in all rankings

Common positions AMD Epyc 7F72 CPU in popular benchmarks, for comparison with other models.

  • Cinebench R20 (Single-Core)
    277 place
  • Geekbench 6 (Multi-Core)
    53 place

Specifications

Technical data
AMD Ryzen 5 3600X AMD Ryzen 5 3600X
AMD Epyc 7F72 AMD Epyc 7F72
CPU family and group

Comprehensive background on the processors being compared, detailing their series, generation, and targeted market segment.

  • Segment
    Desktop / Server left arrow Desktop / Server
  • Family
    AMD Ryzen left arrow AMD Epyc
  • Generation
    3 left arrow 2
  • CPU group
    AMD Ryzen 3000 left arrow AMD Epyc 7002
  • Predecessor
    AMD Ryzen 5 2600X left arrow --
  • Successor
    AMD Ryzen 5 5600X left arrow --
CPU Technical specs

Essential parameters including the number of cores, threads, base and turbo frequencies, and cache size. These metrics provide insight into the processor’s speed—higher values generally indicate better performance.

  • Frequency
    3.80 GHz left arrow 3.20 GHz
  • CPU Cores
    6 left arrow 24
  • Turbo (1 Core)
    4.40 GHz left arrow 3.70 GHz
  • CPU Threads
    12 left arrow 48
  • Hyperthreading
    Yes left arrow Yes
  • Overclocking
    Yes left arrow No
  • Core architecture
    normal left arrow normal
IGPU

The integrated graphics (iGPU) do not influence the CPU performance significantly; they serve as a substitute for a dedicated graphics card in the absence of one or are utilized in mobile devices.

  • GPU name
    no iGPU left arrow no iGPU
  • GPU (Turbo)
    No turbo left arrow No turbo
Hardware codec support

This section details the built-in codecs used for encoding and decoding media content, which significantly enhance processing speed and efficiency.

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

Overview of the types and quantities of RAM supported by AMD Epyc 7F72 and AMD Ryzen 5 3600X. The supported memory frequencies may vary depending on the motherboard configuration.

  • Memory type
    DDR4-3200 left arrow DDR4-3200
  • Max. Memory
    128 GB left arrow
  • ECC
    Yes left arrow Yes
  • Memory channels
    2 left arrow 8
  • PCIe version
    4.0 left arrow 4.0
  • PCIe lanes
    20 left arrow 128
Encryption
  • AES-NI
    Yes left arrow Yes
Thermal Management

Analyze the TDP (Thermal Design Power) requirements of AMD Ryzen 5 3600X and AMD Epyc 7F72 to make an informed decision on the appropriate cooling system. Remember that TDP refers to thermal watts, not electrical watts.

  • TDP (PL1)
    95 W left arrow 240 W
  • Tjunction max.
    95 °C left arrow --
Technologies and extensions

Information on architecture, interfaces, and additional instructions supported by AMD Ryzen 5 3600X and AMD Epyc 7F72, including virtual machine technologies and fabrication processes.

  • Instruction set (ISA)
    x86-64 (64 bit) left arrow x86-64 (64 bit)
  • Virtualization
    AMD-V, SVM left arrow AMD-V, SVM
  • ISA extensions
    SSE4a, SSE4.1, SSE4.2, AVX2, FMA3 left arrow SSE4a, SSE4.1, SSE4.2, AVX2, FMA3
  • L3-Cache
    32.00 MB left arrow 192.00 MB
  • Architecture
    Matisse (Zen 2) left arrow Rome (Zen 2)
  • Technology
    7 nm left arrow 7 nm
  • Socket
    AM4 left arrow SP3
  • Release date
    Q3/2019 left arrow Q2/2020

Benchmarks

Performance tests CPUs

By analyzing the results from various benchmarks, you can gain a clearer understanding of the performance differences between AMD Ryzen 5 3600X and AMD Epyc 7F72.

Compare the synthetic benchmark scores and make an informed decision on the best processor for your needs!

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
501
AMD Ryzen 5 3600X
425
AMD Epyc 7F72

Latest comparisons