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Socket (CPU) | AM4 (5th gen AMD) | |
|---|---|---|
Processor cores | Hexa-Core (6) | |
Threads | 12 | |
Overclockable | ||
Integrated graphics | ||
Turbo speed | 4,6 GHz | |
Clock speed | 3,7 GHz |
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Overclock this processor for more processing power and shorter loading times.
Thanks to the 6 cores and 12 threads, you can perform multiple demanding tasks at the same time, such as gaming and extracting files at the same time.
With 35MB of combined cache, your processor will run at lightning speed.
This processor only works with an AM4 (5th gen AMD) socket motherboard and 500 series chipset.
The processor doesn't have an integrated GPU, so you need a separate video card.
The AMD Ryzen 5 5600X is a mid-range processor from the Ryzen 5000 series. This CPU is suitable for gaming and editing photos. With 6 cores and 12 threads, hyperthreading is possible. The 5600X has a 4.6GHz maximum clock speed and uses the 7nm Zen 3 architecture, which provides high performance at a low power consumption. With 32MB of L3 cache and 3MB of L2 cache, this processor processes data super fast. The memory controller supports DDR4 RAM with a maximum memory speed of 3200MHz.
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The AMD 5600x strikes a nice balance between price and performance. You can tackle all modern games with it (if you have a good GPU of course). I am very satisfied with it myself, notice a clear difference compared to my previous CPU (Ryzen 5 2600x, which was also a nice CPU in its time). Unfortunately, the included cooler is practically worthless. Maybe just enough to bridge the period until you have chosen a CPU cooler. In my case, I purchased a Cooler Master Hyper 212. Saves about 20 degrees in my case.
Bart VM
13 April 2022
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Good value for money. CPU is an all-rounder and especially excels in single threaded applications (like most games). But also hobby video editing and streaming is no problem.
Rik
13 November 2020
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The Ryzen 5600X seems to be perfect for gaming and has a lot of features improved since last gen. The X model overclocks pretty easy. I was able to gain 0.4ghz very easy. Buy you have to consider a good cooling solution. I'm running a watercooler and the CPU can reach 80°C pretty easy with some oc.
David Teodor
6 September 2022
Product number | 871396 | |
|---|---|---|
Manufacturer code | 100-100000065BOX | |
Brand | AMD | |
Warranty | 2 years | |
Processing of your defect | Carry-in warranty |
Socket (CPU) | AM4 (5th gen AMD) | |
|---|---|---|
Processor family | Ryzen 5 | |
Processor brand | AMD | |
AMD Processor Suffix | X (High clock speed) | |
Included by default | Manual, Processor cooler |
Processor cores | Hexa-Core (6) | |
|---|---|---|
Number of performance cores | 8 | |
Threads | 12 | |
Clock speed | 3,7 GHz | |
Turbo speed | 4,6 GHz | |
Overclockable | ||
Integrated graphics |
Number of memory channels | Dual channel (2) | |
|---|---|---|
Memory controller (CPU) | DDR4-3200 | |
Maximum internal memory | 128 GB |
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