AMD - Ryzen 5 3600 3rd Generation 6-Core - 12-Thread - 3.6 GHz (4.2 GHz Max Boost) Socket AM4 Unlocked Desktop Processor
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AMD Ryzen 5 3600
With 3.6GHz processor speed which gives you efficient use of the processor, high processing throughput and improved performance.
32MB integrated Level 3 cache
Provides fast access to heavily used data and instructions.
AMD, AMD Arrow logo and combinations thereof are trademarks of Advanced Micro Devices, Inc.
What's Included
- AMD Ryzen 5 3600 3rd Generation 6-Core - 12-Thread - 3.6 GHz (4.2 GHz Max Boost) Socket AM4 Unlocked Desktop Processor
- AMD Wraith Stealth Cooler
Key Specs
- Number of Cores6-core
- Number of Threads12
- Processor Base Frequency3.6 gigahertz
- Processor Turbo Frequency4.2 gigahertz
- L3 Cache32 MB 3 MB
- Unlocked ProcessorYes
- Processor SocketSocket AM4
- Integrated GraphicsNo
- Generation3rd Gen
General
- Product NameRyzen 5 3600 3rd Generation 6-Core - 12-Thread - 3.6 GHz (4.2 GHz Max Boost) Socket AM4 Unlocked Desktop Processor
- BrandAMD
- Semiconductor Manufacturing Technology7 nanometers
- Generation3rd Gen
- Thermal Design Power65 watts
- Model Number100-100000031BOX
- Color CategoryMulti
Performance
- Number of Cores6-core
- Number of Threads12
- Processor Base Frequency3.6 gigahertz
- Processor Turbo Frequency4.2 gigahertz
- Cache LevelL3
- L3 Cache32 MB 3 MB
- Unlocked ProcessorYes
Compatibility
- Processor SocketSocket AM4
Graphics
- Integrated GraphicsNo
Included
- Additional Accessories IncludedAMD Wraith Stealth Cooler
Warranty
- Manufacturer's Warranty - Parts3 years
- Manufacturer's Warranty - Labor3 years
Other
- UPC730143309936
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Rating 4.9 out of 5 stars with 885 reviews
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Quality5 out of 5Value5 out of 5Ease of Use4 out of 5Rating 5 out of 5 stars with 1 review
Powerful little inferno
|Posted .Owned for 3 weeks when reviewed.Features
Quality5 out of 5Value5 out of 5Ease of Use4 out of 5So far, I'm very pleased with my first Ryzen experience. This cpu went into my first ever pc build (lotsa pictures below). Depending on the motherboard you use, you will se this chip perform differently. Mine resides in an ASRock B550M Steel legend. It was drop-in compatible with no bios updates. The stock power mode had the cpu idling at 50c and maintaining a stable 4.1Ghz. Depending on your cooler this may not be a problem, but I had to mess with the power management (within windows) in order to get this cpu to idle a bit lower temp wise. I highly recommend picking this up if you can find it in stock. Also, kudos to Best Buy support. They were able to ship me 2 of these to ensure one arrived by Christmas!
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Quality5 out of 5Value5 out of 5Ease of Use5 out of 5Rating 5 out of 5 stars with 1 review
Excellent processor
|Posted .Owned for 1 month when reviewed.Features
Quality5 out of 5Value5 out of 5Ease of Use5 out of 5This was my first build and it couldn’t have been easier. Loved that it came with a fan ...both installed easily to mobo. Lots of power. While the fan is good, I would recommend something stronger. My cpu is sitting around 50-60 c with this fan, but would like it to be cooler.
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Quality5 out of 5Value5 out of 5Ease of Use5 out of 5Pros mentioned:For games, Performance, PriceRating 5 out of 5 stars with 1 review
1+ year of use, very happy with performance
|Posted .Owned for 1 year when reviewed.Features
Quality5 out of 5Value5 out of 5Ease of Use5 out of 5Pros mentioned:For games, Performance, PriceThis is an incredible CPU with the best price to performance at this budget. It will easily meet average consumer needs with gaming and multi-core tasks. If you're looking to game at 1080p, high settings, at 144hz, this CPU can get it done. The only games I've had issues with are poorly optimized, such as Escape From Tarkov, where you'll sometimes dip to 60FPS, but it's still very playable. I've paired my 3600 with an RTX 2070 and 16GB of 3200MHz ram. This is a great chip for competitive gaming that won't break the bank. If you're interested in twitch streaming or recording, you can do both simultaneously while maintaining 100+ FPS in most games. Just make sure you have the GPU to back it up, in my case, the RTX 2070. For multi-core tasks, I've had no problem using Premiere Pro, After Effects, and Photoshop. I've rendered 20-minute videos with heavy effects upscaled to 1440p with no issues in under 1 hour. This is a great, entry-level workstation CPU, but if you're at a professional level doing 3D rendering or 4k video, obviously get something beefier. Cooling has always been a nonissue. My CPU temps stay under 90°C under load with a stock cooler. I'd recommend an aftermarket fan however for even better cooling and less fan noise. Zero issues installing the chip into the TUF GAMING X570-PLUS motherboard. It was plug and play, no updating required. I've heard the b450 tomahawk max is the best budget board for this chip, but if you're looking for something more future proof for upgrading down the line, the Tomohawk x570 variant looks even better. 10/10 for the price
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Quality5 out of 5Value5 out of 5Ease of Use5 out of 5Rating 5 out of 5 stars with 1 review
Good product
|Posted .Owned for 1 month when reviewed.Features
Quality5 out of 5Value5 out of 5Ease of Use5 out of 5My grandson needed this to build his gaming computer. He is ver happy with it.
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Quality5 out of 5Value5 out of 5Ease of Use5 out of 5Rating 5 out of 5 stars with 1 review
Great upgrade
|Posted .Owned for 2 weeks when reviewed.Features
Quality5 out of 5Value5 out of 5Ease of Use5 out of 5Love it coming from the 2700 this is a beast of a cpu
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Quality5 out of 5Value5 out of 5Ease of Use5 out of 5Rating 5 out of 5 stars with 1 review
Overall great
|Posted .Owned for 3 weeks when reviewed.Features
Quality5 out of 5Value5 out of 5Ease of Use5 out of 5Overall a great CPU. Can be paired with most GPUs. Would recommend switching to an aftermarket cooler!
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Quality5 out of 5Value5 out of 5Ease of Use5 out of 5Rating 5 out of 5 stars with 1 review
Great Processor
|Posted .Owned for 3 weeks when reviewed.Features
Quality5 out of 5Value5 out of 5Ease of Use5 out of 5Runs too hot if you don't manage the cooling fans correctly, so there there is a bit of fan noise during active use.
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Quality5 out of 5Value5 out of 5Ease of Use5 out of 5Pros mentioned:For games, Performance, PriceRating 5 out of 5 stars with 1 review
Amazing Value
|Posted .Owned for 2 weeks when reviewed.Features
Quality5 out of 5Value5 out of 5Ease of Use5 out of 5Pros mentioned:For games, Performance, PriceBought this CPU to build a new Gaming PC. Amazing Performance. Amazing Price. I'm able to run all my PC games with this CPU no problems.
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What experts are saying
Q: QuestionWill this work with fortnite?
Asked by Jake.
- A:Answer Yes. Fortnite is trash
Answered by Dylan
Q: QuestionDid this come with preinstalled thermal paste, or do i need to buy? Thanks
Asked by ERC.
- A:Answer It came with a cooler and paste was preinstalled on the cooler
Answered by shockett
Q: QuestionDoes this work with ASRock B450M PRO4 AM4 AMD Promontory B450 SATA 6Gb/s USB 3.1 HDMI Micro ATX AMD Motherboard
Asked by Oscar.
- A:Answer This cpu will work with any AM4 motherboard. Including micro atx.
Answered by Francisco
Q: QuestionDoes it come with a computer screen or just the Desktop?
Asked by anonymius.
- A:Answer This is just a CPU (Central Processing Unit) and the stock cool (fan + heatsink). You'll also need a case, a PSU (Power Supply Unit), a GPU(Graphical Processing Unit) / video card, a motherboard, a harddrive or ssd, ram, and a monitor.
Answered by DespacitoMan
Q: QuestionWhats better for gaming and photo editing 3600 or 3700 will mainly be a gaming pc but everybody at best buy tells me to go with the 3700 and I want to know why I don't want to pay over 100$ for nearly the same performance
Asked by Matt.
- A:Answer Honestly... while you will get more from the 3700 for performance because of the additional cores (30% faster at computations while overclocked) if you are just doing this for a hobby save your money and go 3600. But if time is money obviously more cores are better suited and of course paired with a decent gpu in either case you couldn’t go wrong. Also for gaming it doesn’t really matter on most triple A titles because the gpu should handle the brunt of it.
Answered by Epidemikk101
Q: QuestionCan I upgrade from a Ryzen 3 2300x quad core to this, and can I pair it with a RTX 2060 super?
Asked by KapiRisk.
- A:Answer Yes it’ll run perfectly fine, AMD all the way
Answered by SlickGamerxz
Q: QuestionDoes this come with a CPU Cooler and a Graphics Card?
Asked by Michael.
- A:Answer This CPU does come with a stock cooler in the box, but you will need a separate dedicated graphics card as it does not come integrated with one.
Answered by Trent
Q: QuestionWhy does this product go out of stock in 5 seconds?
Asked by Joe.
- A:Answer Because scalpers exist and have robots to buy these immediately so they can resell them for 50% more. It's not like bb is stocking 1 of these at a time, it's likely 100 or so
Answered by Kabliga
