AMD Ryzen 5 3600
Category: CPU / Processor
Manufacturer: AMD
Cores: 6C / 12T
Clock: 3.6 - 4.2 GHz
Socket: AM4
TDP: 65W
Price: $209.90 from Newegg
AMD Ryzen 5 3600
Cores
6C / 12T
Clock
3.6 - 4.2 GHz
Socket
AM4
TDP
65W
Best price from Newegg
$209.90
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Overview
The AMD Ryzen 5 3600 brings 6 cores and 12 threads. Clocks span 3.6GHz base to 4.2GHz boost. 32MB of L3 cache helps in cache-sensitive games and workloads. It drops into the AM4 socket with a 65W TDP — about 10.8W per core.
Board socket comes first when pairing parts — after that, make sure your cooler's rating covers the chip. Its $209.90 price tag places it squarely in mid-range territory. Use the PlanMyPC system builder to verify it works alongside your other components and to watch live retailer pricing. Support and warranty service run through AMD, with terms that vary by region.
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| TDP | 65 W |
| CPU Cores | 6 |
| Socket | AM4 |
| L3 Cache | 32 MB |
| Threads | 12 |
| Base Clock | 3.6 GHz |
| Boost Clock | 4.2 GHz |
| Microarchitecture | Zen 2 |
| Integrated Graphics | None |
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