AMD Ryzen 5 1600X vs AMD Ryzen 5 2600X: What is the difference?
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AMD Ryzen 5 1600X
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AMD Ryzen 5 2600X
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64 facts in comparison
AMD Ryzen 5 1600X
AMD Ryzen 5 2600X
Why is AMD Ryzen 5 1600X better than AMD Ryzen 5 2600X?
- 64GB larger maximum memory amount?
128GBvs64GB - Has F16C?
- Has FMA4?
- Has FMA3?
Why is AMD Ryzen 5 2600X better than AMD Ryzen 5 1600X?
- 533MHz higher ram speed?
2933MHzvs2400MHz - 2nm smaller semiconductor size?
12nmvs14nm - 0.25GHz higher turbo clock speed?
4.25GHzvs4GHz - 448KB bigger L1 cache?
576KBvs128KB - Has NX bit?
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Price comparison
User reviews
Overall Rating
AMD Ryzen 5 1600X
0 User reviews
AMD Ryzen 5 1600X
0. 0/10
0 User reviews
AMD Ryzen 5 2600X
2 User reviews
AMD Ryzen 5 2600X
9.5/10
2 User reviews
Features
Value for money
No reviews yet
9.5/10
2 votes
Gaming
No reviews yet
9.0/10
2 votes
Performance
No reviews yet
10.0/10
2 votes
Reliability
No reviews yet
9.5/10
2 votes
Energy efficiency
No reviews yet
10.0/10
2 votes
Performance
1.CPU speed
6 x 3.6GHz
6 x 3.6GHz
The CPU speed indicates how many processing cycles per second can be executed by a CPU, considering all of its cores (processing units). It is calculated by adding the clock rates of each core or, in the case of multi-core processors employing different microarchitectures, of each group of cores.
2.
CPU threads
More threads result in faster performance and better multitasking.
3.turbo clock speed
4.25GHz
When the CPU is running below its limitations, it can boost to a higher clock speed in order to give increased performance.
4.Has an unlocked multiplier
✔AMD Ryzen 5 1600X
✔AMD Ryzen 5 2600X
Some processors come with an unlocked multiplier which makes them easy to overclock, allowing you to gain increased performance in games and other apps.
5.L2 cache
A larger L2 cache results in faster CPU and system-wide performance.
6.L3 cache
A larger L3 cache results in faster CPU and system-wide performance.
7.L1 cache
A larger L1 cache results in faster CPU and system-wide performance.
8.L2 core
0.5MB/core
0.
5MB/core
More data can be stored in the L2 cache for access by each core of the CPU.
9.L3 core
2.6MB/core
2.67MB/core
More data can be stored in the L3 cache for access by each core of the CPU.
Memory
1.RAM speed
2400MHz
2933MHz
It can support faster memory, which will give quicker system performance.
2.maximum memory bandwidth
Unknown. Help us by suggesting a value. (AMD Ryzen 5 1600X)
43.71GB/s
This is the maximum rate that data can be read from or stored into memory.
3.DDR memory version
DDR (Double Data Rate) memory is the most common type of RAM. Newer versions of DDR memory support higher maximum speeds and are more energy-efficient.
4.memory channels
More memory channels increases the speed of data transfer between the memory and the CPU.
5.maximum memory amount
The maximum amount of memory (RAM) supported.
6.bus transfer rate
Unknown. Help us by suggesting a value. (AMD Ryzen 5 1600X)
Unknown. Help us by suggesting a value. (AMD Ryzen 5 2600X)
The bus is responsible for transferring data between different components of a computer or device.
7.Supports ECC memory
✖AMD Ryzen 5 1600X
✖AMD Ryzen 5 2600X
Error-correcting code memory can detect and correct data corruption. It is used when is it essential to avoid corruption, such as scientific computing or when running a server.
8.eMMC version
Unknown. Help us by suggesting a value. (AMD Ryzen 5 1600X)
Unknown. Help us by suggesting a value. (AMD Ryzen 5 2600X)
A higher version of eMMC allows faster memory interfaces, having a positive effect on the performance of a device.
For example, when transferring files from your computer to the internal storage over USB.
9.bus speed
Unknown. Help us by suggesting a value. (AMD Ryzen 5 1600X)
Unknown. Help us by suggesting a value. (AMD Ryzen 5 2600X)
The bus is responsible for transferring data between different components of a computer or device.
Benchmarks
1.PassMark result
Unknown. Help us by suggesting a value. (AMD Ryzen 5 1600X)
This benchmark measures the performance of the CPU using multiple threads.
2.PassMark result (single)
Unknown. Help us by suggesting a value. (AMD Ryzen 5 1600X)
This benchmark measures the performance of the CPU using a single thread.
3.Geekbench 5 result (multi)
Unknown. Help us by suggesting a value. (AMD Ryzen 5 1600X)
Geekbench 5 is a cross-platform benchmark that measures a processor’s multi-core performance.
(Source: Primate Labs, 2022)
4.Cinebench R20 (multi) result
Unknown. Help us by suggesting a value. (AMD Ryzen 5 1600X)
Cinebench R20 is a benchmark tool that measures a CPU’s multi-core performance by rendering a 3D scene.
5.Cinebench R20 (single) result
Unknown. Help us by suggesting a value. (AMD Ryzen 5 1600X)
Cinebench R20 is a benchmark tool that measures a CPU’s single-core performance by rendering a 3D scene.
6.Geekbench 5 result (single)
Unknown. Help us by suggesting a value. (AMD Ryzen 5 1600X)
Geekbench 5 is a cross-platform benchmark that measures a processor’s single-core performance. (Source: Primate Labs, 2022)
7.Blender (bmw27) result
Unknown. Help us by suggesting a value. (AMD Ryzen 5 1600X)
Unknown. Help us by suggesting a value. (AMD Ryzen 5 2600X)
The Blender (bmw27) benchmark measures the performance of a processor by rendering a 3D scene.
More powerful processors can render the scene in less time.
8.Blender (classroom) result
Unknown. Help us by suggesting a value. (AMD Ryzen 5 1600X)
Unknown. Help us by suggesting a value. (AMD Ryzen 5 2600X)
The Blender (classroom) benchmark measures the performance of a processor by rendering a 3D scene. More powerful processors can render the scene in less time.
9.performance per watt
Unknown. Help us by suggesting a value. (AMD Ryzen 5 1600X)
Unknown. Help us by suggesting a value. (AMD Ryzen 5 2600X)
This means the CPU is more efficient, giving a greater amount of performance for each watt of power used.
Features
1.uses multithreading
✔AMD Ryzen 5 1600X
✔AMD Ryzen 5 2600X
Multithreading technology (such as Intel’s Hyperthreading or AMD’s Simultaneous Multithreading) provides increased performance by splitting each of the processor’s physical cores into virtual cores, also known as threads.
This way, each core can run two instruction streams at once.
2.Has AES
✔AMD Ryzen 5 1600X
✔AMD Ryzen 5 2600X
AES is used to speed up encryption and decryption.
3.Has AVX
✔AMD Ryzen 5 1600X
✔AMD Ryzen 5 2600X
AVX is used to help speed up calculations in multimedia, scientific and financial apps, as well as improving Linux RAID software performance.
4.SSE version
Unknown. Help us by suggesting a value. (AMD Ryzen 5 2600X)
SSE is used to speed up multimedia tasks such as editing an image or adjusting audio volume. Each new version contains new instructions and improvements.
5.Has F16C
✔AMD Ryzen 5 1600X
✖AMD Ryzen 5 2600X
F16C is used to speed up tasks such as adjusting the contrast of an image or adjusting volume.
6.bits executed at a time
Unknown.
Help us by suggesting a value. (AMD Ryzen 5 1600X)
Unknown. Help us by suggesting a value. (AMD Ryzen 5 2600X)
NEON provides acceleration for media processing, such as listening to MP3s.
7.Has MMX
✔AMD Ryzen 5 1600X
✔AMD Ryzen 5 2600X
MMX is used to speed up tasks such as adjusting the contrast of an image or adjusting volume.
8.Has TrustZone
✖AMD Ryzen 5 1600X
✖AMD Ryzen 5 2600X
A technology integrated into the processor to secure the device for use with features such as mobile payments and streaming video using digital rights management (DRM).
9.front-end width
Unknown. Help us by suggesting a value. (AMD Ryzen 5 1600X)
Unknown. Help us by suggesting a value. (AMD Ryzen 5 2600X)
The CPU can decode more instructions per clock (IPC), meaning that the CPU performs better
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AMD Ryzen 5 2600X vs AMD Ryzen 5 1600X
Summary
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AMD Ryzen 5 2600X
111%
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AMD Ryzen 5 1600X
100%
Relative performance
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AMD Ryzen 5 2600X
109%
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AMD Ryzen 5 1600X
100%
Relative performance
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AMD Ryzen 5 2600X
112%
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AMD Ryzen 5 1600X
100%
Relative performance
Reasons to consider AMD Ryzen 5 2600X |
9% higher single threaded performance. |
| 12% higher multi threaded performance. |
| Around 11% higher average synthetic performance. |
Reasons to consider AMD Ryzen 5 1600X |
| None |
Gaming
HWBench recommends AMD Ryzen 5 2600X
Based on game and synthetic benchmarks, and theoretical specifications.
Productivity
No clear winner declared
Features
| AMD Ryzen 5 2600X | AMD Ryzen 5 1600X | |||
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| MMX | ||||
| 3DNow! | ||||
| SSE | ||||
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| SSE3 | ||||
| SSE4A | ||||
| AMD64 | ||||
| CnQ | ||||
| NX bit | ||||
| AMD-V | ||||
| SMT | ||||
| XFR | ||||
Architecture
| AMD Ryzen 5 2600X | AMD Ryzen 5 1600X | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Architecture | AMD Zen+ | vs | AMD Zen | |
| Market | Desktop | vs | Desktop | |
| Memory Support | DDR4 | vs | DDR4 | |
| Codename | Zen | vs | Zen | |
| Release Date | Mar 2018 | vs | Jun 2017 |
Cores
| AMD Ryzen 5 2600X | AMD Ryzen 5 1600X | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cores | 6 | vs | 6 | |
| Threads | 12 | vs | 12 | |
| SMPs | 1 | vs | 1 | |
| Integrated Graphics | No | vs | No |
Cache
| AMD Ryzen 5 2600X | AMD Ryzen 5 1600X | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| L1 Cache | 96 KB (per core) | vs | 128 KB (per core) | |
| L2 Cache | 512 KB (per core) | vs | 512 KB (per core) | |
| L3 Cache | 16384 KB (shared) | vs | 16384 KB (shared) |
Physical
| AMD Ryzen 5 2600X | AMD Ryzen 5 1600X | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Socket | AMD Socket AM4 | vs | AMD Socket AM4 | |
| Max Case Temp | unknown | vs | unknown | |
| Package | uPGA | vs | uPGA | |
| Die Size | 192mm² | vs | 192mm² | |
| Process | 14 nm | vs | 14 nm |
Performance
| AMD Ryzen 5 2600X | AMD Ryzen 5 1600X | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cpu Frequency | 3600 MHz | vs | 3300 MHz | |
| Turbo Clock | 4250 MHz | vs | 3700 MHz | |
| Base Clock | 100 MHz | vs | 100 MHz | |
| Voltage | unknown | vs | unknown | |
| TDP | 95 W | vs | 95 W |
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AMD Ryzen 5 2600X
4675 points
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AMD Ryzen 5 1600X
4070 points
Points — higher is better
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AMD Ryzen 5 2600X
28987 points
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AMD Ryzen 5 1600X
26571 points
Points — higher is better
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AMD Ryzen 5 2600X
1403
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AMD Ryzen 5 1600X
1245
points — higher is better
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AMD Ryzen 5 2600X
176
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AMD Ryzen 5 1600X
161
points — higher is better
| VS | ||
| AMD Ryzen 5 2600X | Intel Core i7-11800H |
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| AMD Ryzen 5 2600X | Intel Core i7-11700F |
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| AMD Ryzen 5 1600X | AMD Ryzen 3 5300G |
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| AMD Ryzen 5 1600X | Intel Core i5-11400 |
| VS | ||
| Intel Core i5-12600K | Intel Core i5-12600KF |
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| Intel Core i5-12600KF | AMD Ryzen 5 5600G |
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AMD Ryzen 5 2600X vs Ryzen 5 1600X: performance comparison
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AMD Ryzen 5 2600X
AMD Ryzen 5 1600X
We compared two 6-core desktop CPUs: the 3.6 GHz AMD Ryzen 5 2600X against the 3.6 GHz Ryzen 5 1600X. On this page, you’ll find out which processor has better performance in benchmarks, games and other useful information.
- Review
- Differences
- Performance
- Specs
- Comments
Review
General overview and comparison of the processors
Single-Core Performance
Performance in single-threaded apps and benchmarks
Ryzen 5 2600X
56
Ryzen 5 1600X
51
Performance
Measure performance when all cores are involved
Ryzen 5 2600X
37
Ryzen 5 1600X
34
Power Efficiency
The efficiency score of electricity consumption
Ryzen 5 2600X
46
Ryzen 5 1600X
41
NanoReview Final Score
Generic CPU rating
Ryzen 5 2600X
48
Ryzen 5 1600X
44
Key Differences
What are the key differences between 1600X and 2600X
Advantages of AMD Ryzen 5 2600X
- Newer — released 1-year and 1-month later
- More modern manufacturing process – 12 versus 14 nanometers
- 5% higher Turbo Boost frequency (4.
2 GHz vs 4 GHz) - Around 3.97 GB/s (10%) higher theoretical memory bandwidth
Benchmarks
Comparing the performance of CPUs in benchmarks
Cinebench R23 (Single-Core)
Ryzen 5 2600X
+16%
1088
Ryzen 5 1600X
934
Cinebench R23 (Multi-Core)
Ryzen 5 2600X
+16%
7463
Ryzen 5 1600X
6426
Passmark CPU (Single-Core)
Ryzen 5 2600X
+10%
2391
Ryzen 5 1600X
2175
Passmark CPU (Multi-Core)
Ryzen 5 2600X
+8%
13919
Ryzen 5 1600X
12905
Geekbench 5 (Single-Core)
Ryzen 5 2600X
+6%
1044
Ryzen 5 1600X
984
Geekbench 5 (Multi-Core)
Ryzen 5 2600X
5767
Ryzen 5 1600X
+2%
5883
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Specifications
Full technical specification of AMD Ryzen 5 2600X and Ryzen 5 1600X
General
| Vendor | AMD | AMD |
| Released | April 19, 2018 | April 11, 2017 |
| Type | Desktop | Desktop |
| instruction set | x86-64 | x86-64 |
| Codename | Zen+ | Zen |
| Socket | AM4 | AM4 |
| Integrated GPU | No | No |
Performance
| Cores | 6 | 6 |
| Threads | 12 | 12 |
| Base Frequency | 3. 6 GHz |
3.6 GHz |
| Turbo Boost Frequency | 4.2 GHz | 4 GHz |
| Bus frequency | 100 MHz | 100 MHz |
| Multiplier | 36x | 36x |
| L1 Cache | 96K (per core) | 96K (per core) |
| L2 Cache | 512K (per core) | 512K (per core) |
| L3 Cache | 16MB (shared) | 16MB (shared) |
| Unlocked Multiplier | Yes | Yes |
| Transistors | 4.8 billions | 4.8 billions |
| Fabrication process | 12 nm | 14 nm |
| TDP | 95 W | 95 W |
| Max. temperature | 95°C | 95°C |
Memory support
| Memory types | DDR4-2933 | DDR4-2666 |
| Memory Size | 64 GB | 64 GB |
Max. Memory Channels |
2 | 2 |
| Max. Memory Bandwidth | 43.71 GB/s | 39.74 GB/s |
| ECC Support | Yes | Yes |
| Official site | AMD Ryzen 5 2600X official page | AMD Ryzen 5 1600X official page |
| PCI Express Version | 3.0 | 3.0 |
| PCI Express Lanes | 20 | 24 |
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Ryzen 5 2600X
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Ryzen 5 1600X
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Compare AMD’s Ryzen 5 2600X with their Ryzen 5 1600X.
Which CPU is better for gaming, general apps, and professional tools?
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This article compares AMD’s Ryzen 5 2600X with their Ryzen 5 1600X, exploring which CPU is better for:
- Gaming — the latest graphics-intense games
- General Apps — web browsing, streaming, and office applications
- Professional Tools — 2D and 3D graphics tools, video editors, compilers, and engineering tools
Gaming on the Ryzen 5 2600X vs. Ryzen 5 1600X
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Ryzen 5 2600X
When using AMD’s Ryzen 5 2600X CPU for gaming, you can expect mediocre game performance with either a high-performance CPU cooler or a stock CPU cooler.
Ryzen 5 1600X
When using AMD’s Ryzen 5 1600X CPU for gaming, you can expect mediocre game performance with either a high-performance CPU cooler or a stock CPU cooler.
Ryzen 5 2600X
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Ryzen 5 1600X
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Gaming Considerations
While a good GPU is critical for gaming performance, your CPU will also have a significant impact. If the CPU is too slow, it can be a bottleneck for your GPU, which can reduce your framerate or cause stuttering. The most important CPU capabilities for gaming are single-core max boost frequency and the number of cores. A high base frequency is also critical for inadequately cooled CPUs.
Depending on the game, the CPU will often handle tasks including scene management, gameplay logic, physics calculations, and asset loading.
Having multiple CPU cores can improve performance with games that utilize them. However, developers cannot split up every task to take advantage of a growing number of cores. Most modern games don’t benefit from having more than 6–8 cores. Game performance will experience diminishing returns as you add more CPU cores.
Cores
2600X:
The 2600X’s 6 cores allow for good performance with the latest graphics-intense games.
1600X:
The 1600X’s 6 cores allow for good performance with the latest graphics-intense games.
Learn more about Core Counts below.
Base Frequency
2600X:
The 2600X’s 3.6 GHz base frequency is good for performance with the latest graphics-intense games, when not boosting. You can reach these base frequencies even without a high-end cooler.
1600X:
The 1600X’s 3.
6 GHz base frequency is good for performance with the latest graphics-intense games, when not boosting. You can reach these base frequencies even without a high-end cooler.
Learn more about CPU Clock Speeds below.
Single-Core Boost
2600X:
With a high-end cooler, the 2600X’s 4.2 GHz single-core max boost frequency is excellent for performance with the latest graphics-intense games. You can maintain these frequencies with a high-end cooler.
1600X:
With a high-end cooler, the 1600X’s 4.0 GHz single-core max boost frequency is excellent for performance with the latest graphics-intense games. You can maintain these frequencies with a high-end cooler.
Learn more about CPU Clock Speeds below.
Overclocking Support
2600X:
When using a high-end cooler, the 2600X CPU’s support for overclocking can be excellent for performance with the latest graphics-intense games.
1600X:
When using a high-end cooler, the 1600X CPU’s support for overclocking can be excellent for performance with the latest graphics-intense games.
Learn more about Overclocking below.
DDR Support
2600X:
The 2600X CPU’s support for DDR4 with a max stock speed of 2933 MHz can be mediocre for performance with the latest graphics-intense games.
1600X:
The 1600X CPU’s support for DDR4 with a max stock speed of 2667 MHz can be mediocre for performance with the latest graphics-intense games.
Learn more about DDR Support below.
PCIe
2600X:
The 2600X CPU’s support for PCIe 3.0 can be poor for performance with the latest graphics-intense games, as it will limit the potential of the latest SSDs and graphics cards.
1600X:
The 1600X CPU’s support for PCIe 3.0 can be poor for performance with the latest graphics-intense games, as it will limit the potential of the latest SSDs and graphics cards.
L3 Cache
2600X:
The 2600X’s 16 MB of L3 cache is mediocre for performance with the latest graphics-intense games.
1600X:
The 1600X’s 16 MB of L3 cache is mediocre for performance with the latest graphics-intense games.
Learn more about Cache Sizes below.
General Apps on the Ryzen 5 2600X vs. Ryzen 5 1600X
Ryzen 5 2600X
When using AMD’s Ryzen 5 2600X CPU for general apps, you can expect good app performance with either a high-performance CPU cooler or a stock CPU cooler.
Ryzen 5 1600X
When using AMD’s Ryzen 5 1600X CPU for general apps, you can expect good app performance with either a high-performance CPU cooler or a stock CPU cooler.
Ryzen 5 2600X
AMD Ryzen 5 2600X
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Ryzen 5 1600X
AMD Ryzen 5 1600X
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General App Considerations
If you’re only planning to stream shows, use office apps, or browse the internet, you won’t need a top-end CPU to get good performance.
The most important CPU capability for general app usage is the single-core max boost frequency. A high base frequency is also helpful for inadequately cooled CPUs.
Browsers depend on your CPU to quickly load pages and video content and manage multiple browser tabs. Higher single-core boost frequencies can speed up page load times.
Office and web applications are typically single-threaded, so running a single application won’t take advantage of a many-core CPU.
The more cores a CPU has, the more applications you can run simultaneously without noticing a performance impact.
Office and web applications rarely max out the CPU for long periods. These applications can use boost speeds when a burst of processing power is needed, returning to the more efficient base frequencies afterward.
Cores
2600X:
The 2600X’s 6 cores allow for excellent performance with modern apps.
1600X:
The 1600X’s 6 cores allow for excellent performance with modern apps.
Learn more about Core Counts below.
Single-Core Boost
2600X:
With a high-end cooler, the 2600X’s 4.2 GHz single-core max boost frequency is excellent for performance with modern apps. You can maintain these frequencies with a high-end cooler.
1600X:
With a high-end cooler, the 1600X’s 4.0 GHz single-core max boost frequency is excellent for performance with modern apps. You can maintain these frequencies with a high-end cooler.
Learn more about CPU Clock Speeds below.
DDR Support
2600X:
The 2600X CPU’s support for DDR4 with a max stock speed of 2933 MHz can be mediocre for performance with modern apps.
1600X:
The 1600X CPU’s support for DDR4 with a max stock speed of 2667 MHz can be mediocre for performance with modern apps.
Learn more about DDR Support below.
Professional Tools on the Ryzen 5 2600X vs.
Ryzen 5 1600X
Ryzen 5 2600X
When using AMD’s Ryzen 5 2600X CPU for professional tools, you can expect mediocre tool performance with either a high-performance CPU cooler or a stock CPU cooler.
Ryzen 5 1600X
When using AMD’s Ryzen 5 1600X CPU for professional tools, you can expect mediocre tool performance with either a high-performance CPU cooler or a stock CPU cooler.
Ryzen 5 2600X
AMD Ryzen 5 2600X
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Ryzen 5 1600X
AMD Ryzen 5 1600X
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Professional Tool Considerations
Video editors, 2D and 3D graphics tools, software compilers, and engineering tools require high-performing CPUs.
Professional tools are often well optimized to use many cores. CPU cores allow tools to parallelize processing tasks.
Increasing the number of cores can divide the time required to process a task if the tool has good multi-threading support.
To maximize performance with professional tools, you’ll want to use a CPU with a high boost frequency and many CPU cores. Good heat dissipation is needed to maintain boost frequencies for extended periods.
While graphics applications use your GPU for some rendering tasks, most calculations and data operations are still dependent on your CPU.
Cores
2600X:
The 2600X’s 6 cores allow for good performance with professional tools.
1600X:
The 1600X’s 6 cores allow for good performance with professional tools.
Learn more about Core Counts below.
Base Frequency
2600X:
The 2600X’s 3.6 GHz base frequency is good for performance with professional tools, when not boosting.
You can reach these base frequencies even without a high-end cooler.
1600X:
The 1600X’s 3.6 GHz base frequency is good for performance with professional tools, when not boosting. You can reach these base frequencies even without a high-end cooler.
Learn more about CPU Clock Speeds below.
Single-Core Boost
2600X:
With a high-end cooler, the 2600X’s 4.2 GHz single-core max boost frequency is excellent for performance with professional tools. You can maintain these frequencies with a high-end cooler.
1600X:
With a high-end cooler, the 1600X’s 4.0 GHz single-core max boost frequency is excellent for performance with professional tools. You can maintain these frequencies with a high-end cooler.
Learn more about CPU Clock Speeds below.
Overclocking Support
2600X:
When using a high-end cooler, the 2600X CPU’s support for overclocking can be excellent for performance with professional tools.
1600X:
When using a high-end cooler, the 1600X CPU’s support for overclocking can be excellent for performance with professional tools.
Learn more about Overclocking below.
DDR Support
2600X:
The 2600X CPU’s support for DDR4 with a max stock speed of 2933 MHz can be mediocre for performance with professional tools.
1600X:
The 1600X CPU’s support for DDR4 with a max stock speed of 2667 MHz can be mediocre for performance with professional tools.
Learn more about DDR Support below.
PCIe
2600X:
The 2600X CPU’s support for PCIe 3.0 can be poor for performance with professional tools, as it will limit the potential of the latest SSDs and graphics cards.
1600X:
The 1600X CPU’s support for PCIe 3.0 can be poor for performance with professional tools, as it will limit the potential of the latest SSDs and graphics cards.
L3 Cache
2600X:
The 2600X’s 16 MB of L3 cache is mediocre for performance with professional tools.
1600X:
The 1600X’s 16 MB of L3 cache is mediocre for performance with professional tools.
Learn more about Cache Sizes below.
Considerations When Choosing a CPU
Core Count
AMD’s Ryzen 5 2600X CPUs have 6 cores.
AMD’s Ryzen 5 1600X CPUs have 6 cores.
Increased core counts can improve the performance of games and professional tools that use them. Most modern games don’t benefit from having more than 6–8 cores. Even general apps can benefit from many cores when numerous applications are open simultaneously. Web browsers don’t significantly take advantage of multiple cores when loading a single page. However, more CPU cores can improve performance when running demanding web apps in multiple windows.
CPU Clock Speeds
The AMD Ryzen 5 2600X has a 3.6 GHz base frequency and supports a 4.2 GHz single-core max boost frequency.
The AMD Ryzen 5 1600X has a 3.6 GHz base frequency and supports a 4.0 GHz single-core max boost frequency.
Single-core performance is essential for some games, as many don’t take full advantage of multiple cores. Professional tools depend on high single and multi-core boost frequencies to maximize their processing speed.
Boost frequencies are only achieved under ideal circumstances. The safest strategy for consistent gaming performance with a basic cooler is to get a processor with a higher base clock speed. However, with adequate cooling, you may be able to maintain speeds near the max boost frequency.
Check out my article, Choosing the Best CPU Cooler for AMD’s Ryzen 5 2600X, for recommended coolers that can maintain these boost frequencies on the 2600X.
Check out my article, Choosing the Best CPU Cooler for AMD’s Ryzen 5 1600X, for recommended coolers that can maintain these boost frequencies on the 1600X.
DDR Support
The 2600X CPU’s fastest supported DDR memory type is DDR4, with a max stock speed of 2933 MHz.
The 1600X CPU’s fastest supported DDR memory type is DDR4, with a max stock speed of 2667 MHz.
You can exceed these stock speeds officially supported by CPUs when overclocking memory, such as with an XMP profile. Motherboard specifications will indicate their supported overclocked-memory speeds. To be able to overclock DDR memory, your motherboard chipset needs to support memory overclocking.
Faster PC memory can improve game and professional tool performance by reducing the time it takes to perform calculations and data operations.
Using the quickest RAM may not have as much of an impact as upgrading your CPU and graphics card or adding more RAM.
Learn about our recommended RAM for the 2600X in Choosing the Best RAM for AMD’s Ryzen 5 2600X CPU.
Learn about our recommended RAM for the 1600X in Choosing the Best RAM for AMD’s Ryzen 5 1600X CPU.
Cache Size
The AMD Ryzen 5 2600X has an L3 cache capacity of 16 MB.
The AMD Ryzen 5 1600X has an L3 cache capacity of 16 MB.
A CPU’s cache is a small amount of memory, close to the CPU cores, containing recently used data. An L3 cache capacity of at least 20 MB is ideal for games and professional tool performance.
Games and professional tool performance can improve as cache size increases, as it can reduce delays when retrieving commonly used assets from memory. While nearly any task will use a CPU’s cache, a large cache becomes less impactful for general PC usage, such as browsing webpages.
Remember that cache sizes often increase with core counts, so if you want to increase your L3 cache, you may need to get a CPU with more cores.
Overclocking
The 2600X supports overclocking.
The 1600X supports overclocking.
Overclocking is mainly relevant for PC gamers who want to maximize their game framerates. CPU overclocking increases frequencies past their default limits. Excellent heat dissipation via fans or another solution is required to maintain system stability while overclocking.
Professional tools can benefit from overclocked frequencies. However, overclocking may introduce some possibility of system instability, which may be less acceptable in business scenarios.
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Learn More About the AMD Ryzen 5 2600X
- Which Chipsets Work With AMD’s Ryzen 5 2600X CPU?
- Choosing the Best Power Supply for AMD’s Ryzen 5 2600X CPU
- Choosing the Best Motherboard for AMD’s Ryzen 5 2600X
- Is the Ryzen 5 2600X CPU Good for Gaming?
- Choosing the Best RAM for AMD’s Ryzen 5 2600X CPU
- Choosing the Best CPU Cooler for AMD’s Ryzen 5 2600X
- What Is the TDP of the Ryzen 5 2600X CPU?
- How Many Cores Do AMD Ryzen 5 2600X CPUs Have?
Learn More About the AMD Ryzen 5 1600X
- Which Chipsets Work With AMD’s Ryzen 5 1600X CPU?
- Choosing the Best Power Supply for AMD’s Ryzen 5 1600X CPU
- Choosing the Best Motherboard for AMD’s Ryzen 5 1600X
- Is the Ryzen 5 1600X CPU Good for Gaming?
- Choosing the Best RAM for AMD’s Ryzen 5 1600X CPU
- Choosing the Best CPU Cooler for AMD’s Ryzen 5 1600X
- What Is the TDP of the Ryzen 5 1600X CPU?
- How Many Cores Do AMD Ryzen 5 1600X CPUs Have?
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AMD Ryzen 5 1600X vs. AMD Ryzen 5 2600X
AMD Ryzen 5 1600X
The AMD Ryzen 5 1600X operates with 6 cores and 12 CPU threads. It run at 3.70 GHz base 3.50 GHz all cores while the TDP is set at 95 W.The processor is attached to the AM4 CPU socket. This version includes 16.00 MB of L3 cache on one chip, supports 2 memory channels to support DDR4-2666 RAM and features 3.0 PCIe Gen 20 lanes. Tjunction keeps below 95 °C degrees C. In particular, Summit Ridge (Zen) Architecture is enhanced with 14 nm technology and supports AMD-V, SVM. The product was launched on Q1/2017
AMD Ryzen 5 2600X
The AMD Ryzen 5 2600X operates with 6 cores and 12 CPU threads. It run at 4.20 GHz base 4.00 GHz all cores while the TDP is set at 95 W.The processor is attached to the AM4 CPU socket. This version includes 16.00 MB of L3 cache on one chip, supports 2 memory channels to support DDR4-2933 RAM and features 3.0 PCIe Gen 20 lanes. Tjunction keeps below 95 °C degrees C. In particular, Pinnacle Ridge (Zen+) Architecture is enhanced with 12 nm technology and supports AMD-V, SVM. The product was launched on Q2/2018
AMD Ryzen 5 1600X
AMD Ryzen 5 2600X
Compare Detail
| 3.30 GHz | Frequency | 3.60 GHz |
| 6 | Cores | 6 |
| 3.70 GHz | Turbo (1 Core) | 4.20 GHz |
| 3.50 GHz | Turbo (All Cores) | 4.00 GHz |
| Yes | Hyperthreading | Yes |
| Yes | Overclocking | Yes |
| normal | Core Architecture | normal |
| no iGPU | GPU | no iGPU |
| No turbo | GPU (Turbo) | No turbo |
| 14 nm | Technology | 12 nm |
| No turbo | GPU (Turbo) | No turbo |
| DirectX Version | ||
| Max. |
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| DDR4-2666 | Memory | DDR4-2933 |
| 2 | Memory channels | 2 |
| Max memory | ||
| Yes | ECC | Yes |
| — | L2 Cache | — |
| 16.00 MB | L3 Cache | 16.00 MB |
| 3.0 | PCIe version | 3.0 |
| 20 | PCIe lanes | 20 |
| 14 nm | Technology | 12 nm |
| AM4 | Socket | AM4 |
| 95 W | TDP | 95 W |
| AMD-V, SVM | Virtualization | AMD-V, SVM |
| Q1/2017 | Release date | Q2/2018 |
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Cinebench R23 (Single-Core)
Cinebench R23 is the successor of Cinebench R20 and is also based on the Cinema 4 Suite. Cinema 4 is a worldwide used software to create 3D forms. The single-core test only uses one CPU core, the amount of cores or hyperthreading ability doesn’t count.
Cinebench R23 (Multi-Core)
Cinebench R23 is the successor of Cinebench R20 and is also based on the Cinema 4 Suite. Cinema 4 is a worldwide used software to create 3D forms. The multi-core test involves all CPU cores and taks a big advantage of hyperthreading.
Cinebench R20 (Single-Core)
Cinebench R20 is the successor of Cinebench R15 and is also based on the Cinema 4 Suite. Cinema 4 is a worldwide used software to create 3D forms. The single-core test only uses one CPU core, the amount of cores or hyperthreading ability doesn’t count.
Cinebench R20 (Multi-Core)
Cinebench R20 is the successor of Cinebench R15 and is also based on the Cinema 4 Suite. Cinema 4 is a worldwide used software to create 3D forms. The multi-core test involves all CPU cores and taks a big advantage of hyperthreading.
Cinebench R15 (Single-Core)
Cinebench R15 is the successor of Cinebench 11. 5 and is also based on the Cinema 4 Suite. Cinema 4 is a worldwide used software to create 3D forms. The single-core test only uses one CPU core, the amount of cores or hyperthreading ability doesn’t count.
Cinebench R15 (Multi-Core)
Cinebench R15 is the successor of Cinebench 11.5 and is also based on the Cinema 4 Suite. Cinema 4 is a worldwide used software to create 3D forms. The multi-core test involves all CPU cores and taks a big advantage of hyperthreading.
Geekbench 5, 64bit (Single-Core)
Geekbench 5 is a cross plattform benchmark that heavily uses the systems memory. A fast memory will push the result a lot. The single-core test only uses one CPU core, the amount of cores or hyperthreading ability doesn’t count.
Geekbench 5, 64bit (Multi-Core)
Geekbench 5 is a cross plattform benchmark that heavily uses the systems memory. A fast memory will push the result a lot. The multi-core test involves all CPU cores and taks a big advantage of hyperthreading.
Blender 2.81 (bmw27)
Blender is a free 3D graphics software for rendering (creating) 3D bodies, which can also be textured and animated in the software. The Blender benchmark creates predefined scenes and measures the time (s) required for the entire scene. The shorter the time required, the better. We selected bmw27 as the benchmark scene.
Geekbench 3, 64bit (Single-Core)
Geekbench 3 is a cross plattform benchmark that heavily uses the systems memory. A fast memory will push the result a lot. The single-core test only uses one CPU core, the amount of cores or hyperthreading ability doesn’t count.
Geekbench 3, 64bit (Multi-Core)
Geekbench 3 is a cross plattform benchmark that heavily uses the systems memory. A fast memory will push the result a lot. The multi-core test involves all CPU cores and taks a big advantage of hyperthreading.
Cinebench R11.5, 64bit (Single-Core)
Cinebench 11.5 is based on the Cinema 4D Suite, a software that is popular to generate forms and other stuff in 3D. The single-core test only uses one CPU core, the amount of cores or hyperthreading ability doesn’t count.
Cinebench R11.5, 64bit (Multi-Core)
Cinebench 11.5 is based on the Cinema 4D Suite, a software that is popular to generate forms and other stuff in 3D. The multi-core test involves all CPU cores and taks a big advantage of hyperthreading.
Estimated results for PassMark CPU Mark
Some of the CPUs listed below have been benchmarked by CPU-Comparison. However the majority of CPUs have not been tested and the results have been estimated by a CPU-Comparison’s secret proprietary formula. As such they do not accurately reflect the actual Passmark CPU mark values and are not endorsed by PassMark Software Pty Ltd.
Monero Hashrate kH/s
The crypto currency Monero has been using the RandomX algorithm since November 2019. This PoW (proof of work) algorithm can only efficiently be calculated using a processor (CPU) or a graphics card (GPU). The CryptoNight algorithm was used for Monero until November 2019, but it could be calculated using ASICs. RandomX benefits from a high number of CPU cores, cache and a fast connection of the memory via as many memory channels as possible
Electric Usage Estimate
Average hours of use per day
Average CPU Utilization (0-100%)
Power cost, dollar per kWh
Electric Usage Estimate
Average hours of use per day
Average CPU Utilization (0-100%)
Power cost, dollar per kWh
| AMD Ryzen 5 1600X | AMD Ryzen 5 2600X | |
| 95 W | Max TDP | 95 W |
| NA | Power consumption per day (kWh) | NA |
| NA | Running cost per day | NA |
| NA | Power consumption per year (kWh) | NA |
| NA | Running cost per year | NA |
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AMD Ryzen 5 2600 vs Ryzen 5 1600:
performance comparison
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AMD Ryzen 5 2600
AMD Ryzen 5 1600
Which is better: AMD Ryzen 5 2600 at 3. 4 GHz (with Turbo Core up to 3.9) or Ryzen 5 1600 at 3.2 GHz (with Turbo Core up to 3.6)? To find out, read our comparative testing of these 6-core desktop processors in popular benchmarks, games and heavy applications.
- Overview
- Differences
- Performance
- Features
- Comments
Overview
Overview and comparison of the main metrics from NanoReview
Single -flow performance
Rating in tests using one nucleus
Ryzen 5 2600
54
Ryzen 5 1600
48
Multi -flow performance
Tests in benchmarks where all nuclei 9 are involved0003
RYZEN 5 2600
35
Ryzen 5 1600
32
Energy efficiency
Energy consumption chip
Ryzen 5 2600
9000 50
Ryzen 5 1600 9000
44
Renting Nanorevial
Ryzen 5 2600
47
Ryzen 5 1600
42
Key differences
What are the main differences between 1600 and 2600
Reasons to choose AMD Ryzen 5 2600
- Introduced 1 year and 6 months later than the rival
- More modern process technology — 12 vs 14 nanometers
- 8% higher Turbo Boost frequency (3.
9 GHz vs 3.6 GHz)
- 12% faster in single core Geekbench v5 — 1038 and 930 points
3.97 GB/s (10%) higher maximum memory bandwidth
Benchmark tests
Compare the results of processor tests in benchmarks
Cinebench R23 (single core)
Ryzen 5 2600
+12%
1007
Ryzen 5 1600
899
Cinebench R23 (multi-core)
Ryzen 5 2600
+14%
7056
Ryzen 5 1600
6195
Passmark CPU (Single Core)
Ryzen 5 2600
+9%
2245
Ryzen 5 1600
2059
Passmark CPU (multi-core)
Ryzen 5 2600
+7%
13078
Ryzen 5 1600
12254
Geekbench 5 (single core)
Ryzen 5 2600
+12%
1035
Ryzen 5 1600
927
Geekbench 5 (multi-core)
Ryzen 5 2600
+10%
5630
Ryzen 5 1600
5096
▶️ Add your score to Cinebench R23
Specifications
AMD Ryzen 5 2600 and Ryzen 5 1600 full technical specifications list
General information
| Manufacturer | AMD | AMD |
| Release date | September 11, 2018 | April 11, 2017 |
| Type | Desktop | Desktop |
| Instruction set architecture | x86-64 | x86-64 |
| Codename | Zen+ | Zen |
| Socket | AM4 | AM4 |
| Integrated graphics | No | No |
Performance
| Cores | 6 | 6 |
| Number of threads | 12 | 12 |
| Frequency | 3. |
3.2 GHz |
| Max. frequency in Turbo Boost | 3.9 GHz | 3.6 GHz |
| Bus frequency | 100 MHz | 100 MHz |
| Multiplier | 34x | 32x |
| Level 1 cache | 96KB (per core) | 96KB (per core) |
| Level 2 cache | 512KB (per core) | 512KB (per core) |
| Level 3 cache | 16MB (shared) | 16MB (shared) |
| Unlocked multiplier | Yes | Yes |
Power consumption
| Number of transistors | 4.8 billion | 4.8 billion |
| Process | 12 nanometers | 14 nanometers |
| Power consumption (TDP) | 65 W | 65 W |
| Critical temperature | 95°C | 95°C |
Memory support
| Memory type | DDR4-2933 | DDR4-2666 |
| Max. |
64 GB | 64 GB |
| Number of channels | 2 | 2 |
| Max. bandwidth | 43.71 GB/s | 39.74 GB/s |
| ECC support | Yes | Yes |
Other
| Official site | AMD Ryzen 5 2600 website | AMD Ryzen 5 1600 website |
| PCI Express Version | 3.0 | 3.0 |
| Max. PCI Express lanes | 20 | 20 |
Poll
What processor do you think is the best?
Ryzen 5 2600
57 (69.5%)
Ryzen 5 1600
25 (30.5%)
Total votes: 82
Competitors
1.
AMD Ryzen 5 2600 vs AMD Ryzen 5 3600
2.
AMD Ryzen 5 2600 vs AMD Ryzen 5 5600X
3.
AMD Ryzen 5 2600 vs AMD Ryzen 5 5600G
4.
AMD Ryzen 5 2600 vs Intel Core i5 10400F
5.
AMD Ryzen 5 2600 vs AMD Ryzen 5 3600XT
6.
AMD Ryzen 5 2600 vs AMD Ryzen 5 Pro 4650G
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AMD Ryzen 5 1600 vs AMD Ryzen 5 3600
8.
AMD Ryzen 5 1600 vs AMD Ryzen 5 5600X
What will you choose: AMD Ryzen 5 1600 or Ryzen 5 2600?
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Why AMD Ryzen 5 more 5 2600?
Why is AMD Ryzen 5 2600 better than AMD Ryzen 5 1600?
- 6.
25% higher CPU speed?
6 x 3.4GHz vs 6 x 3.2GHz - 266MHz higher memory speed?
2933MHz vs 2667MHz - Semiconductor size 2nm smaller?
12nm vs 14nm - 6.53% higher PassMark result?
13207 vs 12398 - 0.3GHz higher turbo clock speed?
3.9GHz vs 3.6GHz - 8.05% higher PassMark score (single)?
2254 vs 2086 - 7.5% higher Geekbench 5 multi-core result?
5246 vs 4880 - 9.4% higher Cinebench R20 score (multi-core)?
2736 vs 2501
Which comparisons are the most popular?
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AMD Ryzen 5 1600
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AMD Ryzen 5 2600
4 Reviews of users
AMD RYZEN 5 2600
10.0.0 /10
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Games
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6 x 3.2GHz
6 x 3.4GHz
CPU speed indicates how many processing cycles per second a processor can perform, given all its cores (processors). It is calculated by adding the clock speeds of each core or, in the case of multi-core processors, each group of cores.
2nd processor thread
More threads result in better performance and better multitasking.
3.speed turbo clock
3.6GHz
3.9GHz
When the processor is running below its limits, it can jump to a higher clock speed to increase performance.
4. Unlocked
✔AMD Ryzen 5 1600
✔AMD Ryzen 5 2600
Some processors come with an unlocked multiplier and can be easily overclocked for better performance in games and other applications.
5.L2 Cache
More L2 scratchpad memory results in faster results in CPU and system performance tuning.
6.L3 cache
More L3 scratchpad memory results in faster results in CPU and system performance tuning.
7.L1 cache
More L1 scratchpad memory results in faster results in CPU and system performance tuning.
8.core L2
0.5MB/core
0.5MB/core
More data can be stored in L2 scratchpad for access by each processor core.
9.core L3
2.67MB/core
2.67MB/core
More data can be stored in the L3 scratchpad for access by each processor core.
Memory
1.RAM speed
2667MHz
2933MHz
Can support faster memory which speeds up system performance.
2.max memory bandwidth
42.7GB/s
43.71GB/s
This is the maximum rate at which data can be read from or stored in memory.
3.DDR version
DDR (Dynamic Random Access Memory, Double Data Rate) is the most common type of RAM. New versions of DDR memory support higher maximum speeds and are more energy efficient.
4 memory channels
More memory channels increase the speed of data transfer between memory and processor.
5.Maximum memory
Maximum memory (RAM).
6.bus baud rate
Unknown. Help us offer a price. (AMD Ryzen 5 2600)
The bus is responsible for transferring data between various components of a computer or device.
7.Supports memory troubleshooting code
✔AMD Ryzen 5 1600
✔AMD Ryzen 5 2600
Memory error recovery code can detect and repair data corruption. It is used when necessary to avoid distortion, such as in scientific computing or when starting a server.
8.eMMC version
Unknown. Help us offer a price. (AMD Ryzen 5 1600)
Unknown. Help us offer a price. (AMD Ryzen 5 2600)
The newer version of eMMC — Built-in Flash Memory Card — speeds up the memory interface, has a positive effect on device performance, for example, when transferring files from a computer to internal memory via USB.
9.bus frequency
Unknown. Help us offer a price. (AMD Ryzen 5 1600)
Unknown. Help us offer a price. (AMD Ryzen 5 2600)
The bus is responsible for transferring data between various components of a computer or device
Geotagging
1. PassMark result
This test measures processor performance using multi-threading.
2. PassMark result (single)
This test measures processor performance using a thread of execution.
3.Geekbench 5 result (multi-core)
Geekbench 5 is a cross-platform benchmark that measures the performance of a multi-core processor. (Source: Primate Labs,2022)
4.Cinebench R20 result (multi-core)
Cinebench R20 is a test that measures the performance of a multi-core processor by rendering a 3D scene.
5.Cinebench R20 result (single core)
Cinebench R20 is a test to evaluate the performance of a single core processor when rendering a 3D scene.
6.Geekbench 5 result (single core)
Geekbench 5 is a cross-platform benchmark that measures the single core performance of a processor. (Source: Primate Labs, 2022)
7.Blender test result (bmw27)
310.8seconds
295.1seconds
The Blender test (bmw27) measures CPU performance by rendering a 3D scene. More powerful processors can render a scene in a shorter time.
8.Blender result (classroom)
948.6seconds
Unknown. Help us offer a price. (AMD Ryzen 5 2600)
The Blender (classroom) benchmark measures CPU performance by rendering a 3D scene. More powerful processors can render a scene in a shorter time.
9.performance per watt
This means that the processor is more efficient, giving more performance per watt of power used.
Functions
1. uses multithreading
✔AMD Ryzen 5 1600
✔AMD Ryzen 5 2600
Multithreading technology (such as Intel’s Hyperthreading or AMD’s Simultaneous Multithreading) provides higher performance by dividing each physical processor core into logical cores , also known as streams. Thus, each core can run two instruction streams at the same time.
2. Has AES
✔AMD Ryzen 5 1600
✔AMD Ryzen 5 2600
AES is used to speed up encryption and decryption.
3. Has AVX
✔AMD Ryzen 5 1600
✔AMD Ryzen 5 2600
AVX is used to help speed up calculations in multimedia, scientific and financial applications, and to improve the performance of the Linux RAID program.
4.Version SSE
SSE is used to speed up multimedia tasks such as editing images or adjusting audio volume. Each new version contains new instructions and improvements.
5.Has F16C
✔AMD Ryzen 5 1600
✔AMD Ryzen 5 2600
F16C is used to speed up tasks such as image contrast adjustment or volume control.
6 bits transmitted at the same time
Unknown. Help us offer a price. (AMD Ryzen 5 1600)
Unknown. Help us offer a price. (AMD Ryzen 5 2600)
NEON provides faster media processing such as MP3 listening.
7. Has MMX
✔AMD Ryzen 5 1600
✔AMD Ryzen 5 2600
MMX is used to speed up tasks such as adjusting image contrast or adjusting volume.
8.Has TrustZone
✖AMD Ryzen 5 1600
✖AMD Ryzen 5 2600
Technology is integrated into the processor to ensure device security when using features such as mobile payments and video streaming through digital rights management (DRM) technology .
9. interface width
Unknown. Help us offer a price. (AMD Ryzen 5 1600)
Unknown. Help us offer a price. (AMD Ryzen 5 2600)
The processor can decode more instructions per clock (IPC), which means the processor performs better
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Ultra Quality
| Resolution | Frames per second |
|---|---|
| 1080p |
89.7 FPS |
| 1080p |
84.0 FPS |
| 1440p |
67.1 FPS |
| 1440p |
62.8 FPS |
| 2160p |
37.0 FPS |
| 2160p |
34.6 FPS |
| w1440p |
55. |
| w1440p |
52.1 FPS |
High quality
| Resolution | Frames per second |
|---|---|
| 1080p |
143.8 FPS |
| 1080p |
136.0 FPS |
| 1440p |
112.4 FPS |
| 1440p |
106.3 FPS |
| 2160p |
67.5 FPS |
| 2160p |
63.7 FPS |
| w1440p |
95.9 FPS |
| w1440p |
90.6 FPS |
Medium quality
| Resolution | Frames per second |
|---|---|
| 1080p |
197.8 FPS |
| 1080p |
188.0 FPS |
| 1440p |
157. |
| 1440p |
149.7 FPS |
| 2160p |
98.0 FPS |
| 2160p |
92.8 FPS |
| w1440p |
136.1 FPS |
| w1440p |
129.1 FPS |
Low quality
| Resolution | Frames per second |
|---|---|
| 1080p |
306.0 FPS |
| 1080p |
292.1 FPS |
| 1440p |
248.4 FPS |
| 1440p |
236.6 FPS |
| 2160p |
159.0 FPS |
| 2160p |
151.0 FPS |
| w1440p |
216.5 FPS |
| w1440p |
206.0 FPS |
Ryzen 5 2600
- In some games, a processor with a higher clock speed, or with the technical name IPC (Instructions per clock), performs better than other processors with more cores and a lower core frequency.
- The Ryzen 5 2600 has a higher turbo clock. Turbo Boost is a processor feature that will run at a processor clock speed faster than its base clock speed if certain conditions are present. This will allow older software that runs on fewer cores to run better on newer hardware. Since games are also software, they are also applicable.
- Ryzen 5 2600 The Ryzen 5 2600 has a smaller process size. The faster a transistor can turn on and off, the faster it can work. And transistors that turn on and off with less power are more efficient, reducing the operating power or «dynamic power» required by the processor.
Ryzen 5 1600
Compare Ryzen 5 2600 vs Ryzen 5 1600 specifications
| Ryzen 5 2600 | Ryzen 5 1600 | |
|---|---|---|
| Codename | Zen | Zen |
| Generation | Ryzen 5 (Zen+ (Pinnacle Ridge)) |
Ryzen 5 (Zen) |
| Market | Desktop | Desktop |
| Memory Support | DDR4 | DDR4 |
| Part# | YD2600BBM6IAF | YD1600BBM6IAEYD1600BBAEBOX |
| Production Status | Active | Active |
| Released | Apr 2018 | Apr 2017 |
Ryzen 5 2600 vs Ryzen 5 1600 Cache
| Ryzen 5 2600 | Ryzen 5 1600 | |
|---|---|---|
| Cache L1 | 96K (per core) | 96K (per core) |
| Cache L2 | 512K (per core) | 512K (per core) |
| Cache L3 | 16MB (shared) | 16MB (shared) |
Ryzen 5 2600 vs Ryzen 5 1600 Cores
| Ryzen 5 2600 | Ryzen 5 1600 | |
|---|---|---|
| # of Cores | 6 | 6 |
| # of Threads | 12 | 12 |
| Integrated Graphics | N/A | N/A |
| SMP# CPUs | 1 | 1 |
Ryzen 5 2600 vs Ryzen 5 1600 Features
| Ryzen 5 2600 | Ryzen 5 1600 | |
|---|---|---|
| MMX SSE SSE2 SSE3 SSSE3 SSE4A SSE4. SSE4.2 AES AVX AVX2 BMI1 BMI2 SHA F16C FMA3 AMD64 EVP AMD-V SMAP SMEP SMT Precision Boost 2 |
MMX SSE SSE2 SSE3 SSSE3 SSE4A SSE4.1 SSE4.2 AES AVX AVX2 BMI1 BMI2 SHA F16C FMA3 AMD64 EVP AMD-V SMAP SMEP SMT Precision Boost |
Ryzen 5 2600 vs Ryzen 5 1600 Notes
| Ryzen 5 2600 | Ryzen 5 1600 | |
|---|---|---|
| This processor comes with an unlocked base clock multiplier, allowing users to set the multiplier value higher than shipped value, to facilitate better overclocking. | This processor comes with an unlocked base clock multiplier, allowing users to set the multiplier value higher than shipped value, to facilitate better overclocking. |
Ryzen 5 2600 vs Ryzen 5 1600 Performance
| Ryzen 5 2600 | Ryzen 5 1600 | |
|---|---|---|
| Base Clock | 100 MHz | 100 MHz |
| Frequency | 3. |
3.2 GHz |
| Multiplier | 34.0x | 32.0x |
| Multiplier Unlocked | Yes | Yes |
| TDP | 65 W | 65 W |
| Turbo Clock | up to 3.9 GHz | up to 3.6 GHz |
| Voltage | unknown | unknown |
Ryzen 5 2600 vs Ryzen 5 1600 Physical
| Ryzen 5 2600 | Ryzen 5 1600 | |
|---|---|---|
| Die Size | 192 mm² | 192 mm² |
| Foundry | GlobalFoundries | GlobalFoundries |
| Package | µOPGA-1331 | µPGA |
| Process Size | 12 nm | 14 nm |
| Socket | AMD Socket AM4 | AMD Socket AM4 |
| Transistors | 4800 million | 4800 million |
| tCaseMax | unknown | unknown |
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Call of Duty: Black Ops Cold War
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Marvel’s Avengers
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Ryzen 5 1600.
Still relevant? Test comparison with 2600 and 3600
Contents:
- Synthetic tests
- Game tests
- Same games on Radeon RX 5700 XT by MSI
Hello, dear readers of Uspei.com. The Ryzen 5 1600, which came out back in April 2017 , still leads the in the top sellers of stores, despite the fact that its two successors have since come out.
It owes its success, first of all, to the price: since its release, its retail price has fallen by two and a half times, and taking into account the resale and Chinese online stores, even more. But the Ryzen 5 2600, released a year later, also fell significantly in price, rapidly catching up with the previous model in price.
The six-core Ryzen 5 3600 , which went on sale this summer, is also in great demand and deservedly so: its performance is excellent. Another question with the price: is it necessary to overpay almost twice for a fresh processor, when every penny counts? I hope this review will help to understand this issue.
Ryzen 5 1600 will be played by its X version: the usual one was not on hand, and the X one usually has more overclocking potential. And we will use this potential: in our case, the processor worked stably at a frequency of at 4050 MHz at 1.4 volts .
Let’s see if overclocking can close the gap with the newer chip. The Ryzen 5 2600 was also overclocked to 4150 MHz at 1.35 volts. Judging by the statistics of Silicon Lottery , the results are not bad, and quite achievable on systems with medium tower coolers.
The Ryzen 5 3600 was unable to run consistently at 4200 MHz across all cores, even at over 1.4 volts. And since the factory boost raises the frequency of one core to 4.2 GHz in a single-threaded load, I decided not to overclock this processor at all: the game is not worth the candle.
Since the AMD X570 chipset is not friendly with 14nm Ryzen, two motherboards will be used in the test: Gigabyte B450 Aorus Elite for Ryzen 5 1600 and ASUS ROG Strix X570-F Gaming for 2600
RAM will also be a real test for all participants: these are two dual-rank G. SKILL Trident Z modules on Samsung chips B-Die with a total capacity of 32 GB and an XMP profile with an effective frequency of 4000 MHz.
The QVL lists include only 2 boards based on Intel’s Z370 chipset, a couple of top motherboards from ASUS and a dozen motherboards from MSI based on the Z390. In other words, the memory can go up to 4 GHz, but only a few systems can do it.
And what frequency do these “heavyweights” take on our processors and motherboards? Everything turned out worse than I thought. No, with the Ryzen 3000 series, everything is more or less: the bars take a frequency up to 3866 MHz, but we had to stop at a frequency of 3600, since this was the limit for synchronous operation with the Infinity Fabric bus.
But after all the possible manipulations with voltages, the two previous processors were hardly able to make friends even at a modest frequency of 3200 MHz, and instability was very difficult to detect by stress tests. The timings, however, were quite good on all systems.
So even without testing I can immediately say that if you need 32 gigabytes of fast RAM with two or four sticks — save yourself the trouble and take Ryzen 3000 . The remaining components of the test stand are on your screen.
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Synthetic tests
Let’s start with synthetics and tests in working applications. In the Cinebench R20 test, the gap between the first and second generation of Ryzen is 20%, and this is considering that the 1600X is overclocked and the 3600 is stock.
Ryzen 5 3600 renders with Blender without overclocking faster than the overclocked six-core first generation by about 20%. The 5% difference between the 1600X and the 2600 isn’t impressive considering the 2600 is already overclocked 100MHz higher than its predecessor.
In the Corona benchmark, young people outperform old people by about 7%. A similar difference is observed in the V-Ray benchmark. In GeekBench 5, the gap between the first and second generation of Zen is increasing, but you can’t call it huge.
In Handbrake video encoding, Ryzen 5 3600 can reduce the time of by 10-15% of depending on the codec used.
In the 3D Mark Time Spy benchmark processor test, about the same 15% increase between the first and third series of six-core processors, between 1600 and 2600 in general meager 3% .
In the data encryption speed, the difference should generally be sought with a magnifying glass : 9% increase is unlikely to overpay almost 2 times.
There are no surprises in PCMark 10 and WebXPRT 3, and even in 7-Zip the difference is still the same despite the faster memory of the Ryzen 5 3600.
we can with the help of benchmarks from the company Puget , which became publicly available not so long ago. And here you can see a tangible difference even between Zen and Zen +, which cannot be overlooked in video editing: preview and export are significantly faster.
Photoshop also received a good boost from architecture updates, you can count on an increase in performance of up to 28% in general tasks compared to the first generation.
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Game tests
Let’s move on to games. Ultra settings, 1080p. In Assassin’s Creed Odyssey , there is little difference between the processors in terms of average FPS on 2080 Ti, but the results of the minimum measurements put everything in its place. A more obvious difference in smoothness can be seen in the frame time graphs.
The Division 2 , apparently, is not so voracious to the processor, and the results were appropriate. There are no complaints about the smoothness of the picture to any participant in the test.
Things are quite different with NFS Heat and Frostbite 3 engine : the difference is visible to the naked eye. However, none of the processors prevent the graphics card from delivering more than 60 frames per second.
In the latest installment of Lara Croft’s adventure, the Ryzen 5 3600’s lead continues throughout the test run. The gap is not devastating, but clearly visible.
Red Dead Redemption 2 is famous for its gluttony to the resources of video cards, but it was interesting to know what kind of appetite it has for processors. As it turned out — the minimum, and the difference between them at the level of error.
Call Of Duty Modern Warfare has increased FPS after regular updates and now loads video cards to the fullest. Only the Ryzen 5 3600 can boast of smoothness: with a minimum FPS and frame time, it is noticeably better.
Star Wars Je di: Fallen Order may seem like an undemanding game, but it loves single core performance. And with this, the 3600 is noticeably better. True, there is no coveted smoothness on any system.
This test could have ended, but if you think about it: how many will take a card for 1300 to a hundred-dollar processor? For processor tests, it fits perfectly, but not for real assemblies.
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Same games on MSI’s Radeon RX 5700 XT
So I decided to test the same games on MSI ‘s Radeon RX 5700 XT . It costs 3 times cheaper and, perhaps, the owners of these processors will aim at a card of this level. We will find out if they are enough for her or not.
In Assassin’s Creed Odyssey , the difference between the processors has been preserved, even though we are dealing with a much weaker card.
The Division 2 ran into the performance of the card and the difference in this game is not visible both by eye and by the charts. NFS Heat is still gluttonous: the difference is preserved, and the frame time is still noticeably better at 3600. 0458 is still processor dependent. FPS numbers are still good, but the trend continues.
Red Dead Redemption 2 still does not show interest in processors: give it powerful video cards. Interestingly, GTA 5 behaved and behaves very differently than .
At first glance, it may seem that in Call Of Duty Modern Warfare there is almost no difference between the processors, but 1600X is weaker in terms of smoothness. Although for many this will not be a problem.
In Star Wars Jedi: Fallen Order there is no stop to the video card, so the situation with the 2080 Ti is repeated.
So, the situation is ambiguous . Not a single processor, of course, suddenly became bad, but those who are looking at an upgrade or assembling a new system should think about what is important in the first place: performance in games, is smoothness so critical, which video card is in the system, which RAM and its volume, will there be editing in the premiere, do you hope for overclocking . ..
There are many factors and there is no universal answer. Given the current prices of the Ryzen 5 2600, still looks preferable to , but in your case everything may be different. I hope this review was useful for you, please like if my work was not in vain.
Configuration list:
- AMD Ryzen 5 1600X processor.
- AMD Ryzen 5 2600 processor.
- AMD Ryzen 5 3600 processor.
- DeepCool Castle 360 RGB V2 Water Cooling System.
- ASUS ROG Strix X570-F Gaming Motherboard.
- Gigabyte B450 Aorus Elite motherboard.
- RAM G.SKILL Trident Z DDR4-3600 32GB (2x16GB) CL16-16-16-32
- INNO3D PCI-Ex GeForce RTX 2080 Ti Gaming OC X3 graphics card.
- MSI Radeon RX 5700 XT Evoke OC graphics card.
- Kingston KC600 512 GB Solid State Drive.
- be quiet! Dark Power Pro 11 850W.NZXT H710i case.
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Autumn has already come, which means that many people are thinking about purchasing new computers in order to be fully armed before the release of the next game blockbusters. Therefore, we decided to please you with a new assembly that will help in this matter.
It will be based on a 6-core 12-thread AMD Ryzen 5 2600 processor, which is quite enough for a comfortable solution of professional tasks and games, including streaming. Also, do not forget about the potential and survivability of the CPU from AMD. And all this for a fairly sane $207.
Recall that it operates at a frequency of 3.4 — 3.9 GHz, has 16 MB of L3 cache and a 65-watt thermal package. The built-in memory controller is guaranteed to support DDR4-2933 modules.
If we need to save money, we take AMD Ryzen 5 1600 and overclock it, getting similar performance. If you don’t want to mess with the system settings, but want to get even more features, we pay extra for the AMD Ryzen 2600X.
To cool down the heat of the processor, we chose the efficient cooling system Aardwolf Performa 10X with a price tag of $33. Judging by the shape of the radiator, we have an exact copy of the bestseller ZALMAN CNPS10X Performa +, but with a slower turntable and an improved base. The result is a tower cooler with five heat pipes 151 mm high. Its copper sole is solid but without nickel plating.
Standard 120mm 7-blade fan with blue LED light and PWM speed control in the range of 1000-1700 rpm.
The cooler supports modern and legacy Intel and AMD platforms. But after installation, the propeller covers the first RAM slot, so the height of the bars should not exceed 38 mm.
Thrifty users can limit themselves to the Wraith Stealth boxed cooler, and with an unlimited budget, you can choose a more serious CO, for example, CBO.
If you are looking for overclocking, then the motherboard is one of the key components in this matter. We chose the MSI B450 TOMAHAWK, which costs $127. There are four DIMM slots, support for M.2 drives up to 110 mm long with PCIe 3.0 x4 interface, and six SATA 3.0 ports. The power subsystem is built according to a 4 + 2-phase scheme for CPU Voltage and NB Voltage. Power elements are cooled by two solid aluminum radiators.
One of the pleasant moments is the presence of six 4-pin connectors for connecting fans with the ability to control their speed. Also remember the presence of LED-backlight and the ability to connect two LED strips. The “BIOS FLASHBACK+” button deserves special attention, which will allow you to update the motherboard microcode without installing a processor and RAM.
If you wish, you can save $10-20 by choosing MSI B450 GAMING PLUS or B450-A PRO, which have a more modest appearance and equipment, but with a similar processor power supply.
It makes sense to overpay for solutions based on AMD X470 only for the sake of supporting arrays of AMD CrossFire and NVIDIA SLI video cards according to the x8+x8 scheme. But there is no longer any special meaning in multigraphic links.
Now many games at maximum graphics settings consume more than 8 gigabytes of RAM, so we immediately took a dual-channel kit for 16 GB HyperX Predator RGB DDR4-2933 for $262. And when working with professional software, it will not be superfluous. The kit includes a pair of 8 GB peer-to-peer modules based on SK Hynix chips. By default, they operate at an effective frequency of 2400 MHz at 1.2 V, but the SPD has two XMP profiles. One of them allows you to raise the frequency to 2933 MHz in a couple of clicks with timings of 16-17-17-39 at a voltage of 1.35 V.
Black aluminum radiators are responsible for cooling the chips. The height of the dies remained standard — 31 mm. Of course, it was not without the implementation of multi-color backlighting with the ability to synchronize with other components.
Yes, yes, we are already foretelling how you reached out to write angry comments in the style: “Why did you take such an expensive RAM? Are you there at all?» But after all, our assembly is far from being a budget assembly, and for many, not only performance is important, but also the aesthetic component. And HyperX Predator RGB clearly belongs to such solutions.
We recommend that the most economical builders pay attention to cheap modules, for example, Samsung DDR4-2400. They can be overclocked to frequencies of about 3 GHz without any problems and cost $9 each.6.
After the mining fever has subsided, the prices for video cards have returned to practically recommended ones, so for a change we took the accelerator from the «reds» — the 8 GB MSI Radeon RX 580 MECH 2 8G OC. This is a representative of the new MECH 2 line, which is not yet available in our stores. But in the MSI lineup there is an almost complete copy of it — the MSI Radeon RX 580 ARMOR MK2 8G OC, so their prices should not differ much. On average, such a card will cost $390.
At the same time, we get a factory overclocked GPU from the reference 1340 to 1380 MHz in the «Gaming» mode, as well as a quiet and efficient cooling system. It consists of an aluminum heatsink, three nickel-plated copper heatpipes and a pair of optimized 100mm turntables.
Or is it better to take a GeForce GTX 1060 6 GB? With the Radeon RX 580, they have parity in most games. The GeForce side has better driver support and lower power consumption, while AMD Radeon has more video memory and dominates DX12 projects.
Want to save money? We recommend the 8 GB RX 570, which looks just as good as the older model when overclocked. And if you are waiting for new AAA projects, then the version with the GeForce GTX 1060 3 GB is less interesting due to the reduced video buffer.
More affluent players can be advised to buy GeForce GTX 1070 8 GB. It will give out more than 60 FPS at maximum settings in Full HD in almost all games. But such pleasure costs $514.
Let’s go through the drives. A modern productive PC is hard to imagine without an SSD. And if a 120 GB drive is enough for the OS, the main software and a couple of games, then there may be problems with heavy games, because they take up a hundred or more gigabytes. Therefore, we immediately took the 480-gigabyte Kingston UV500 solid state with a price tag of $123. It is equipped with a Marvell controller and 3D NAND TLC memory. Speed indicators are in the range of 515-539MB / s, which promises a decent level of performance.
If you are not only a gamer, but also create or process content, then there is not much disk space. Most systems usually use a 1-2 TB HDD. We did not waste time on trifles and immediately took a 4-terabyte 3.5-inch hard drive Seagate Barracuda Pro ST4000DM006. It has a 128 MB buffer and a 7200 rpm spindle speed. It is worth counting on good speed performance at the level of 216 MB / s. In the domestic market, the average price of this model is $200.
To reduce the cost or make the disk subsystem even more expensive is an individual matter, and there are many options, so we will not focus on this.
To power our system, we took the time-tested Aerocool P7-650W Platinum RGB, which will cost a hefty $180. This is a fully modular 650W power supply with multi-color backlight support. It is built on the Andyson platform, and only high-quality components are used in the power section, for example, Japanese Nichicon and Nippon Chemi-Con capacitors. The PSU has one +12V line with a total power of 648 watts. There is a list of various certifications and protections, as well as four 8-pin connectors for connecting video cards at once. The 140mm fan is built on a reliable FDB bearing and always remains very quiet, also thanks to the semi-passive operation mode.
If you are on a tight budget, you can choose a simpler power supply. In stock, such a system will consume about 350 watts. But it is better not to take the source back to back, but to have a small margin. In this case, it makes less noise and heats up, which means it will live longer.
We took the case from the same Aerocool Project 7 series. We settled on the AeroCool P7-C0 Pro model with a price tag of $113. It will fit perfectly into our assembly with flashing components. All thanks to tinted tempered glass side panels, three pre-installed RGB fans, an LED strip on the front panel and a hub that will manage all this goodness. The chassis has good air circulation as the front and top panels are ventilated. All air intakes are equipped with dust filters and anti-vibration elements. Yes, and the steel here is of the required thickness to ensure proper structural rigidity.
Such a case will surely survive more than one upgrade and at the same time will remain relevant for many years. You can save money by choosing a more affordable solution.
System Configuration:
- AMD Ryzen 5 2600
- MSI B450 TOMAHAWK
- Aardwolf Performa 10X
- 2x 8GB DDR4-2933 HyperX Predator RGB (HX429C15PB3AK2/16)
- MSI Radeon RX 580 MECH 2 8G OC
- SSD Kingston UV500 480GB
- HDD Seagate Barracuda Pro 4TB ST4000DM006
- AeroCool P7-C0 Pro Window Glass RGB Black (ACCM-P702043.
11)
- AeroCool P7-650W Platinum RGB
The final cost of our «red» assembly was $1635. But if you carefully read the article, you can easily reduce or increase this figure. The main thing here is that the debit and credit converge.
Immediately after assembling and installing the necessary software, we decided to synchronize the illumination of the components. To do this, we used the handy MSI Mystic Light tool. It turned out to be very cute.
Next, the system was checked for stability and heating. At idle, the temperature of the processor cores, GPU and drives was in the range of 37-42°C.
Running the AIDA64 stress test on the processor raised the temperature of the cores to 70°C. The rotational speed of its cooler almost reached 1860 rpm: it was audible, but there was no particular discomfort. But the case fans seemed noisy to us, so we slightly reduced their speed. It is a pity that the motherboard did not allow them to be monitored correctly.