Specifications
- Processor SocketSocket AM5 (LGA 1718)PCI Express VersionPCI Express 5.0CPU Base Clock Frequency3.9 gigahertzCPU Boost Clock Frequency5.4 gigahertzNumber of CPU Cores6-coreNumber of CPU Threads12
- Key Specs
- Processor Socket: Socket AM5 (LGA 1718) (Type of pin configuration that connects a CPU to a computer’s motherboard.)
- PCI Express Version: PCI Express 5.0
- CPU Base Clock Frequency: 3.9 gigahertz (Actual central processing unit (CPU) speed may vary by device configuration and design. The average rate at which the processor is able to execute tasks under normal operating conditions as asserted by the manufacturer.)
- CPU Boost Clock Frequency: 5.4 gigahertz (Actual central processing unit (CPU) speed may vary by device configuration and design. The maximum rate at which the processor is able to execute tasks, typically only used for a short period of time as needed. This rate may temporarily boost the processor's performance, but may result in overheating, shutdown, or damage to equipment if sustained.)
- Number of CPU Cores: 6-core (A core, or "brain" of a CPU, allows it to receive and execute instructions. Each core can work independently or together to perform parallel operations.)
- Number of CPU Threads: 12 (Generally, the more threads, the faster and more responsive the operating system.)
- Unlocked Processor: true
- Memory Type Supported: DDR5
- L1 Cache: 384 megabytes (Cache memory, also called CPU memory, is random-access memory (RAM) that a computer microprocessor can access more quickly than it can access regular RAM. This memory is typically integrated directly with the CPU chip or placed on a separate chip that has a separate bus interconnect with the CPU.)
- L2 Cache: 6 megabytes (Cache memory, also called CPU memory, is random-access memory (RAM) that a computer microprocessor can access more quickly than it can access regular RAM. This memory is typically integrated directly with the CPU chip or placed on a separate chip that has a separate bus interconnect with the CPU.)
- L3 Cache: 32 megabytes (Cache memory, also called CPU memory, is random-access memory (RAM) that a computer microprocessor can access more quickly than it can access regular RAM. This memory is typically integrated directly with the CPU chip or placed on a separate chip that has a separate bus interconnect with the CPU.)
- Processor Base Power: 0 watts
- Integrated Graphics: true (Device has a built-in graphics processing unit.)
- Integrated Graphics Processor: AMD Radeon (This is responsible for displaying image content and decoding/encoding video content in programs and games.)
- Processor Generation/Series: 9000 Series
- General
- Brand: AMD
- Model Number: 100-100001405WOF
- Product Name: Ryzen 5 9600X 6-Core - 12-Thread 3.9 GHz (5.4 GHz Max Boost) Socket AM5 Unlocked Desktop Processor
- Color: Silver
- Processor Model Number: 9600X
- Processor Collection: Ryzen 5
- Processor Generation/Series: 9000 Series
- Year of Release: 2024
- Compatibility
- Processor Socket: Socket AM5 (LGA 1718) (Type of pin configuration that connects a CPU to a computer’s motherboard.)
- PCI Express Configuration: PCIe Gen 5 x1
- PCI Express Lanes (Total): 28
- PCI Express Version: PCI Express 5.0
- Processor Instruction Set: 64-bit
- Performance
- CPU Base Clock Frequency: 3.9 gigahertz (Actual central processing unit (CPU) speed may vary by device configuration and design. The average rate at which the processor is able to execute tasks under normal operating conditions as asserted by the manufacturer.)
- CPU Boost Clock Frequency: 5.4 gigahertz (Actual central processing unit (CPU) speed may vary by device configuration and design. The maximum rate at which the processor is able to execute tasks, typically only used for a short period of time as needed. This rate may temporarily boost the processor's performance, but may result in overheating, shutdown, or damage to equipment if sustained.)
- Number of CPU Cores: 6-core (A core, or "brain" of a CPU, allows it to receive and execute instructions. Each core can work independently or together to perform parallel operations.)
- Number of CPU Threads: 12 (Generally, the more threads, the faster and more responsive the operating system.)
- Unlocked Processor: true
- Hard Drive Accelerator: None (A module integrated (or added) into a PC to improve performance speed. By acting as a high-speed cache, an accelerator speeds up access times to the hard drive, which results in faster web browsing, improved gaming experience, and overall more responsiveness.)
- Memory
- Maximum Memory Supported: 192 gigabytes
- Memory Type Supported: DDR5
- Number of Memory Channels Supported: 2
- Cache Level: L1, L2, L3 (The cache stores data that the CPU needs to access quickly in order to complete tasks. Each level is ranked according to priority of access; Level 1 (L1) cache stores data that the CPU needs to access first. L1 cache is also the fastest but holds the least amount of data, with each following level decreasing in speed but increasing in capacity.)
- L1 Cache: 384 megabytes (Cache memory, also called CPU memory, is random-access memory (RAM) that a computer microprocessor can access more quickly than it can access regular RAM. This memory is typically integrated directly with the CPU chip or placed on a separate chip that has a separate bus interconnect with the CPU.)
- L2 Cache: 6 megabytes (Cache memory, also called CPU memory, is random-access memory (RAM) that a computer microprocessor can access more quickly than it can access regular RAM. This memory is typically integrated directly with the CPU chip or placed on a separate chip that has a separate bus interconnect with the CPU.)
- L3 Cache: 32 megabytes (Cache memory, also called CPU memory, is random-access memory (RAM) that a computer microprocessor can access more quickly than it can access regular RAM. This memory is typically integrated directly with the CPU chip or placed on a separate chip that has a separate bus interconnect with the CPU.)
- Features
- Processor Type: Desktop
- Thermal Solution: Not included (The kind of cooling system built into the CPU.)
- RAID Support: RAID 0, RAID 1, RAID 5 (A Redundant Array of Independent Disks (RAID) includes a collection of separate disks that your computer recognizes as one disk unit. Each configuration offers a different level of mirroring, striping and read/write speeds.)
- Power
- Processor Base Power: 0 watts
- Processor Boost Power: 0 watts
- Graphics
- Integrated Graphics: true (Device has a built-in graphics processing unit.)
- Integrated Graphics Processor: AMD Radeon (This is responsible for displaying image content and decoding/encoding video content in programs and games.)
- GPU Base Clock Frequency: 0.4 gigahertz (The minimum rate at which the graphics controller is guaranteed to operate.)
- GPU Boost Clock Frequency: 2.2 gigahertz (The maximum ideal rate at which the graphics controller is able to operate, typically only for a short period of time.)
- Number of GPU Cores: 2
- Warranty
- Warranty - Parts: 3 Year Limited Warranty
- Warranty - Labor: 3 Year Limited Warranty
- Other
- UPC: 730143315609
Mainstream Gaming. Productivity and Content Creation leadership. Gaming leadership.
Q: How many cores does the processor have?
A: The processor has six cores.
Q: What is the maximum memory supported?
A: The maximum memory supported is 192 gigabytes.
Q: What is the base clock frequency of the processor?
A: The CPU base clock frequency is 3.9 gigahertz.
Q: What is the warranty period for the processor?
A: The manufacturer's warranty for both parts and labor is three years.
AMD - Ryzen 5 9600X 6-Core - 12-Thread 3.9 GHz (5.4 GHz Max Boost) Socket AM5 Unlocked Desktop Processor - Silver
Model: 100-100001405WOF
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Awesome Chip.
Very fast, reliable, futuristic capable cpu ever made. It does consume quite some power so make sure you hace a power supply capable of handling it. It also brings to the table integrated graphics which look amazing. Thermal paste is not included nor is cooling system like the past few generations.
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