AMD Ryzen 5 3600 vs Intel Core i5-9600K: What is the difference?
68points
AMD Ryzen 5 3600
61points
Intel Core i5-9600K
Comparison winner
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66 facts in comparison
AMD Ryzen 5 3600
Intel Core i5-9600K
Why is AMD Ryzen 5 3600 better than Intel Core i5-9600K?
- 534MHz higher ram speed?
3200MHzvs2666MHz - 6 more CPU threads?
12vs6 - 7nm smaller semiconductor size?
7nmvs14nm - 1.5MB bigger L2 cache?
3MBvs1.5MB - 1.64x higher PassMark result?
17860vs10878 - 30W lower TDP?
65Wvs95W - 23MB bigger L3 cache?
32MBvs9MB - 1 newer version of PCI Express (PCIe)?
4vs3
Why is Intel Core i5-9600K better than AMD Ryzen 5 3600?
- 5°C higher maximum operating temperature?
100°Cvs95°C - 0.
4GHz higher turbo clock speed?
4.6GHzvs4.2GHz - Has integrated graphics?
- 7.74% higher PassMark result (single)?
2785vs2585
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Price comparison
Cheap alternatives
User reviews
Overall Rating
AMD Ryzen 5 3600
7 User reviews
AMD Ryzen 5 3600
9.
3/10
7 User reviews
Intel Core i5-9600K
1 User reviews
Intel Core i5-9600K
10.0/10
1 User reviews
Features
Value for money
9.1/10
7 votes
10.0/10
1 votes
Gaming
9.2/10
6 votes
10.0/10
1 votes
Performance
9.0/10
7 votes
10.0/10
1 votes
Reliability
9.4/10
7 votes
10.0/10
1 votes
Energy efficiency
9.5/10
6 votes
8.0/10
1 votes
Performance
CPU speed
6 x 3.6GHz
6 x 3.7GHz
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.
CPU threads
More threads result in faster performance and better multitasking.
turbo clock speed
4.2GHz
4.6GHz
When the CPU is running below its limitations, it can boost to a higher clock speed in order to give increased performance.
Has an unlocked multiplier
✔AMD Ryzen 5 3600
✔Intel Core i5-9600K
Some processors come with an unlocked multiplier which makes them easy to overclock, allowing you to gain increased performance in games and other apps.
L2 cache
A larger L2 cache results in faster CPU and system-wide performance.
L3 cache
A larger L3 cache results in faster CPU and system-wide performance.
L1 cache
A larger L1 cache results in faster CPU and system-wide performance.
L2 core
0.
5MB/core
0.25MB/core
More data can be stored in the L2 cache for access by each core of the CPU.
L3 core
5.33MB/core
1.5MB/core
More data can be stored in the L3 cache for access by each core of the CPU.
Benchmarks
PassMark result
This benchmark measures the performance of the CPU using multiple threads.
PassMark result (single)
This benchmark measures the performance of the CPU using a single thread.
Geekbench 5 result (multi)
Geekbench 5 is a cross-platform benchmark that measures a processor’s multi-core performance. (Source: Primate Labs, 2022)
Cinebench R20 (multi) result
Cinebench R20 is a benchmark tool that measures a CPU’s multi-core performance by rendering a 3D scene.
Cinebench R20 (single) result
Cinebench R20 is a benchmark tool that measures a CPU’s single-core performance by rendering a 3D scene.
Geekbench 5 result (single)
Geekbench 5 is a cross-platform benchmark that measures a processor’s single-core performance. (Source: Primate Labs, 2022)
Blender (bmw27) result
235seconds
303.7seconds
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.
Blender (classroom) result
705.9seconds
980.5seconds
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.
performance per watt
This means the CPU is more efficient, giving a greater amount of performance for each watt of power used.
Integrated graphics
GPU clock speed
∅
Not applicable
350MHz
The graphics processing unit (GPU) has a higher clock speed.
GPU turbo
∅
Not applicable
1150MHz
When the GPU is running below its limitations, it can boost to a higher clock speed in order to give increased performance.
GPU execution units
∅
Not applicable
Unknown. Help us by suggesting a value. (Intel Core i5-9600K)
A graphics processing unit (GPU) with a greater number of execution units can deliver better graphics.
supported displays
∅
Not applicable
Using multiple displays you can create a larger workspace, making it easier to work across multiple apps.
DirectX version
∅
Not applicable
DirectX is used in games, with newer versions supporting better graphics.
OpenGL version
∅
Not applicable
OpenGL is used in games, with newer versions supporting better graphics.
OpenCL version
Unknown. Help us by suggesting a value. (AMD Ryzen 5 3600)
Some apps use OpenCL to apply the power of the graphics processing unit (GPU) for non-graphical computing. Newer versions introduce more functionality and better performance.
texture mapping units (TMUs)
∅
Not applicable
Unknown. Help us by suggesting a value. (Intel Core i5-9600K)
TMUs take textures and map them to the geometry of a 3D scene. More TMUs will typically mean that texture information is processed faster.
render output units (ROPs)
∅
Not applicable
Unknown. Help us by suggesting a value. (Intel Core i5-9600K)
The ROPs are responsible for some of the final steps of the rendering process, writing the final pixel data to memory and carrying out other tasks such as anti-aliasing to improve the look of graphics.
Memory
RAM speed
3200MHz
2666MHz
It can support faster memory, which will give quicker system performance.
maximum memory bandwidth
47.68GB/s
41.6GB/s
This is the maximum rate that data can be read from or stored into memory.
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.
memory channels
More memory channels increases the speed of data transfer between the memory and the CPU.
maximum memory amount
The maximum amount of memory (RAM) supported.
bus transfer rate
Unknown. Help us by suggesting a value. (AMD Ryzen 5 3600)
The bus is responsible for transferring data between different components of a computer or device.
Supports ECC memory
✖AMD Ryzen 5 3600
✖Intel Core i5-9600K
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.
eMMC version
Unknown. Help us by suggesting a value. (AMD Ryzen 5 3600)
Unknown. Help us by suggesting a value. (Intel Core i5-9600K)
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.
bus speed
Unknown. Help us by suggesting a value. (AMD Ryzen 5 3600)
Unknown. Help us by suggesting a value. (Intel Core i5-9600K)
The bus is responsible for transferring data between different components of a computer or device.
Features
uses multithreading
✔AMD Ryzen 5 3600
✖Intel Core i5-9600K
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.
Has AES
✔AMD Ryzen 5 3600
✔Intel Core i5-9600K
AES is used to speed up encryption and decryption.
Has AVX
✔AMD Ryzen 5 3600
✔Intel Core i5-9600K
AVX is used to help speed up calculations in multimedia, scientific and financial apps, as well as improving Linux RAID software performance.
SSE version
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.
Has F16C
✔AMD Ryzen 5 3600
✔Intel Core i5-9600K
F16C is used to speed up tasks such as adjusting the contrast of an image or adjusting volume.
bits executed at a time
Unknown. Help us by suggesting a value. (AMD Ryzen 5 3600)
Unknown.
Help us by suggesting a value. (Intel Core i5-9600K)
NEON provides acceleration for media processing, such as listening to MP3s.
Has MMX
✔AMD Ryzen 5 3600
✔Intel Core i5-9600K
MMX is used to speed up tasks such as adjusting the contrast of an image or adjusting volume.
Has TrustZone
✖AMD Ryzen 5 3600
✖Intel Core i5-9600K
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).
front-end width
Unknown. Help us by suggesting a value. (AMD Ryzen 5 3600)
Unknown. Help us by suggesting a value. (Intel Core i5-9600K)
The CPU can decode more instructions per clock (IPC), meaning that the CPU performs better
Price comparison
Which are the best CPUs?
Intel Core i5 9600K vs AMD Ryzen 5 3600: performance comparison
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Intel Core i5 9600K
AMD Ryzen 5 3600
We compared two 6-core desktop CPUs: the 3.
7 GHz Intel Core i5 9600K against the 3.6 GHz AMD Ryzen 5 3600. 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
Core i5 9600K
55
Ryzen 5 3600
58
Performance
Measure performance when all cores are involved
Core i5 9600K
27
Ryzen 5 3600
37
Power Efficiency
The efficiency score of electricity consumption
Core i5 9600K
44
Ryzen 5 3600
60
NanoReview Final Score
Generic CPU rating
Core i5 9600K
42
Ryzen 5 3600
51
Key Differences
What are the key differences between 3600 and 9600K
Advantages of Intel Core i5 9600K
- Includes an integrated GPU Intel UHD Graphics 630
- 10% higher Turbo Boost frequency (4.
6 GHz vs 4.2 GHz)
Advantages of AMD Ryzen 5 3600
- Has 23 MB larger L3 cache size
- More modern manufacturing process – 7 versus 14 nanometers
- Consumes up to 32% less energy than the Core i5 9600K – 65 vs 95 Watt
- Newer PCI Express version – 4.0
- Newer — released 9-months later
- Around 6.08 GB/s (15%) higher theoretical memory bandwidth
Benchmarks
Comparing the performance of CPUs in benchmarks
Cinebench R23 (Single-Core)
Core i5 9600K
1186
Ryzen 5 3600
+9%
1291
Cinebench R23 (Multi-Core)
Core i5 9600K
6535
Ryzen 5 3600
+45%
9488
Passmark CPU (Single-Core)
Core i5 9600K
+7%
2742
Ryzen 5 3600
2558
Passmark CPU (Multi-Core)
Core i5 9600K
10723
Ryzen 5 3600
+65%
17658
Geekbench 5 (Single-Core)
Core i5 9600K
1192
Ryzen 5 3600
+5%
1249
Geekbench 5 (Multi-Core)
Core i5 9600K
5657
Ryzen 5 3600
+26%
7107
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Specifications
Full technical specification of Intel Core i5 9600K and AMD Ryzen 5 3600
General
| Vendor | Intel | AMD |
| Released | October 8, 2018 | July 7, 2019 |
| Type | Desktop | Desktop |
| instruction set | x86-64 | x86-64 |
| Codename | Coffee Lake | Matisse |
| Model number | i5-9600K | — |
| Socket | LGA-1151 | AM4 |
| Integrated GPU | UHD Graphics 630 | No |
Performance
| Cores | 6 | 6 |
| Threads | 6 | 12 |
| Base Frequency | 3. 7 GHz |
3.6 GHz |
| Turbo Boost Frequency | 4.6 GHz | 4.2 GHz |
| Bus frequency | 100 MHz | 100 MHz |
| Multiplier | 37x | 36x |
| Bus Bandwidth | 8 GT/s | — |
| L1 Cache | 64K (per core) | 64K (per core) |
| L2 Cache | 256K (per core) | 512K (per core) |
| L3 Cache | 9MB (shared) | 32MB (shared) |
| Unlocked Multiplier | Yes | Yes |
| Transistors | — | 3.8 billions |
| Fabrication process | 14 nm | 7 nm |
| TDP | 95 W | 65 W |
Max. temperature |
100°C | 95°C |
| Integrated Graphics | Intel UHD Graphics 630 | — |
| GPU Base Clock | 350 MHz | — |
| GPU Boost Clock | 1150 MHz | — |
| Shading Units | 192 | — |
| TMUs | 24 | — |
| ROPs | 3 | — |
| Execution Units | 24 | — |
| TGP | 15 W | — |
| Max. Resolution | 4096×2304 — 60 Hz | — |
iGPU FLOPS
Core i5 9600K
0.38 TFLOPS
Ryzen 5 3600
n/a
Memory support
| Memory types | DDR4-2666 | DDR4-3200 |
| Memory Size | 128 GB | 128 GB |
Max. Memory Channels |
2 | 2 |
| Max. Memory Bandwidth | 41.6 GB/s | 47.68 GB/s |
| ECC Support | No | Yes |
| Official site | Intel Core i5 9600K official page | AMD Ryzen 5 3600 official page |
| PCI Express Version | 3.0 | 4.0 |
| PCI Express Lanes | 16 | 16 |
| Extended instructions | SSE4.1, SSE4.2, AVX-2 | — |
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Intel Core i5 9600K vs AMD Ryzen 5 3600:
performance comparison
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Intel Core i5 9600K
AMD Ryzen 5 3600
Which is better: Intel Core i5 9600K at 3.7 GHz (with Turbo Boost up to 4.6) or AMD Ryzen 5 3600 at 3.6 GHz (with Turbo Core up to 4.2)? 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
Core i5 9600k
55
Ryzen 5 3600
58
Multi -flow performance
Tests in benchmarks where all nuclei 9 are involved600K
Reasons to choose Intel Core i5 9600K
- There is an integrated graphics accelerator Intel UHD Graphics 630
- 10% higher frequency in Turbo Boost (4.6 GHz vs 4.2 GHz)
Reasons to choose AMD Ryzen 5 3600
- Has 23 MB more L3 cache
- More modern process technology — 7 vs 14 nanometers
- 32% lower than Core i5 9900K New PCI Express Standard — 4.0
- 9 months later than rival
- 6.08 GB/s (15%) higher maximum memory bandwidth
Benchmark tests
Compare the results of processor tests in benchmarks
Cinebench R23 (single core)
Core i5 9600K
1186
Ryzen 5 3600
+9%
1291
Cinebench R23 (multi-core)
Core i5 9600K
6535
Ryzen 5 3600
+45%
9488
Passmark CPU (single core)
Core i5 9600K
+7%
2742
Ryzen 5 3600
2558
Passmark CPU (multi-core)
Core i5 9600K
10723
Ryzen5
+65%
17658
Geekbench 5 (single core)
Core i5 9600K
1192
Ryzen 5 3600
+5%
1249
Geekbench 5 (multi-core)
Core i5 9600K
5657
Ryzen 5 3600
+26%
7107
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Specifications
List of full technical specifications for Intel Core i5 9600K and AMD Ryzen 5 3600
General information
| Manufacturer | Intel | AMD |
| Release date | July 7, 2019 | |
| Type | Desktop | Desktop |
| Instruction set architecture | x86-64 | x86-64 |
| Codename | Coffee Lake | Matisse |
| Model number | i5-9600K | — |
| Socket | LGA-1151 | AM4 |
| Integrated graphics | UHD Graphics 630 | No |
Performance
| Cores | 6 | 6 |
| Number of threads | 6 | 12 |
| Frequency | 3. 7 GHz |
3.6 GHz |
| Max. frequency in Turbo Boost | 4.6 GHz | 4.2 GHz |
| Bus frequency | 100 MHz | 100 MHz |
| Multiplier | 37x | 36x |
| Bus speed | 8 GT/s | |
| Level 1 cache | 64KB (per core) | 64KB (per core) |
| Level 2 cache | 256KB (per core) | 512KB (per core) |
| Level 3 cache | 9MB (shared) | 32MB (shared) |
| Unlocked multiplier | Yes | Yes |
Power consumption
| Number of transistors | — | 3.8 billion |
| Process | 14 nanometers | 7 nanometers |
| Power consumption (TDP) | 95 W | 65 W |
| Critical temperature | 100°C |
| Integrated graphics | Intel UHD Graphics 630 | — |
| GPU frequency | 350 MHz | — |
| Boost GPU frequency | 1150 MHz | — |
| Shader blocks | 192 | — |
| TMUs | 24 | — |
| ROPs | 3 | — |
| Computer units | 24 | — |
| TGP | 15W | — |
Max. resolution |
4096×2304 — 60Hz | — |
Igpu Flops
Core i5 9600k
0.38 Teraflops
Ryzen 5 3600
N/D
Memory Support
| Type of memory type | DDR4-2666 | DDR4-3200 |
| Max. size | 128 GB | 128 GB |
| Number of channels | 2 | 2 |
| Max. bandwidth | 41.6 GB/s | 47.68 GB/s |
| ECC support | No | Yes |
Other
| Site Intel Core i5 9600K | AMD Ryzen 5 3600 website | |
| PCI Express Version | 3.0 | |
| Max. PCI Express lanes | 16 | 16 |
| Extended instructions | SSE4.1, SSE4.
|