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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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Rating 4.9 out of 5 stars with 1377 reviews

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98%would recommend to a friend

Customers are saying

Customers praise the Ryzen 5 3600 for its exceptional value for money, making it a great choice for budget-conscious buyers. It is also highly regarded for its excellent gaming and multitasking capabilities, delivering impressive performance for both work and play. While some users have concerns about its temperature and stock cooler, the overall sentiment is overwhelmingly positive, with many customers expressing satisfaction with its easy installation and compatibility.

This summary was generated by AI based on customer reviews.

The vast majority of our reviews come from verified purchases. Reviews from customers may include My Best Buy members, employees, and Tech Insider Network members (as tagged). Select reviewers may receive discounted products, promotional considerations or entries into drawings for honest, helpful reviews.
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  • Beast of a cpu

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    Posted . Owned for 9 months when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Love this cpu, blown away from how responsive it compared to my old fx 4300. Absolute beast

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Performance

    Was good while it lasted.

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    Posted . Owned for 11 months when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Pretty good cpu that was excellent while it lasted. However, I dunno if mine was a dud or what but it just died on me after barely a years worth of use. So I now have to get a new one

    No, I would not recommend this to a friend

  • Great buy!

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    Posted . Owned for 1 week when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Replacement for my brother's old cpu (along with a new board). Not complaints here.

    I would recommend this to a friend

  • Mr

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    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    This product is really nice and good for my pc! Anyone looking for products get it from bestbuy

    I would recommend this to a friend

  • Great product

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    Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    It is good to have I’d planning for system setup. Same bought by my friend.

    I would recommend this to a friend

  • Good Value CPU

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    Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Good CPU for a base, think the stock cooler is OK but might be worth investing for a better one.

    I would recommend this to a friend

  • Great service, quick and easy

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    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Friendly staff, quick service, I came into pick up my order and was out in less than 5 minutes

    I would recommend this to a friend

  • Works well cheaply

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    Posted . Owned for 3 weeks when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    I've had no problems with my CPU and its done its job. It does run slightly hot but It's nothing too bad.

    I would recommend this to a friend

  • Review

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    Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Pleased with the fridge. Just a few things that are too bad. It does seem to run, a lot! And, ice maker is loud...everything about it. When it is filling up, making, dispensing, etc. For a family of 6, I wish it held more ice. It does fill up and replenish, fairly quick.

    I would recommend this to a friend

  • Great

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    Posted . Owned for 3 weeks when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Epic product will buy again cant live without it!!!

    I would recommend this to a friend

  • Stop buying overpriced/underperforming Intel CPUs

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    Posted . Owned for 1 year when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Great CPU. No issues with install. AMD is earning their share of the CPU market.

    I would recommend this to a friend

  • Drop it in, thermal it up, and boot.

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    Posted . Owned for 1 week when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    AM4 Socket in gen1 motherboard worked thanks to a BIOS update. Installation is as easy as any other AM4.

    I would recommend this to a friend

  • How?

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    Posted . Owned for 3 weeks when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    How is this such a great processor? Does what it’s supposed to do

    I would recommend this to a friend

  • best budget cpu

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    Posted . Owned for 1 week when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    probably the best value cpu on the market for high quality gaming

    I would recommend this to a friend

  • Amazing Processor

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    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Great budget Ryzen cpu and offers a lot of value 6-core / 12-thread is amazing for this price.

    I would recommend this to a friend

  • Happy

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    Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Second try worked perfect! Husband has new every thing for his computer now. He is so happy!

    I would recommend this to a friend

  • Good bang for the buck.

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    Posted . Owned for 1 year when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    So far so good. This has soo much potential. I love it.

    I would recommend this to a friend

  • He loves it!

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    Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Bought it for my grandson. He is building his own computer. He loves it!

    I would recommend this to a friend

  • Great for all

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    Posted . Owned for 8 months when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Great product for anyone looking to build or upgrade their pc

    I would recommend this to a friend

  • Yes!

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    Posted . Owned for 3 months when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    If you can find one in stock you better get it. A nice upgrade from a Ryzen 3 2300x.

    I would recommend this to a friend
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