AMD Ryzen 5 5600X 6-core AM4
Doté de 6 cœurs Zen 3 à 7 nm et d’une fréquence boost de 4,6 GHz, ce processeur se distingue par son excellente efficacité de 65 W TDP et ses 32 Mo de cache L3 pour le jeu. Son rapport qualité-prix est renforcé par le déverrouillage du multiplicateur et la prise en charge du PCIe 4.0 sur socket AM4. Il convient parfaitement aux monteurs de PC gaming recherchant des performances mono-cœur élevées sans carte graphique intégrée.
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The 30-Second Version
The 5600X is the AM4 GOAT. Six cores, 12 threads, and gaming performance that still hangs with chips twice its price.
Pros & Cons
Points forts
- Still one of the best gaming CPUs on AM4 97th
- 65W TDP keeps thermals easy to manage 93rd
- Unlocked for overclocking with PBO 2 88th
- PCIe 4.0 support on X570 and B550 boards 82nd
Points faibles
- No cooler in tray version, budget for one
- No integrated graphics, you need a GPU
- BIOS update required on many boards
- Third-party sellers price it way above MSRP
L'avis des propriétaires
The Word on the Street
L'évolution de l'avis des propriétaires dans le temps
ExclusivitéD'après la date à laquelle les clients ont rédigé leurs avis - pour voir si l'enthousiasme initial s'est confirmé.
- Q1 202680/100
Buyers praised the CPU's value, performance upgrade from older models, and fast, well-packaged delivery. One accidental order went unresolved.
- Great value and performance upgrade from 3700x for gaming.
- Fast delivery and professional packaging, often arriving early.
- Tray CPU works well with aftermarket cooler, temps under 65°C.
- One accidental order not yet responded to by seller.
- Q1 202195/100
Buyers praised the CPU as a great gaming upgrade from older Ryzen chips, noting excellent PBO2 performance and SAM support, but warned about BIOS compatibility issues.
- Excellent gaming performance, best CPU for gaming currently available.
- PBO2 provides effective undervolting and overclocking, better than previous generations.
- SAM support on B450/470 motherboards saves cost of new motherboard.
- BIOS update required for compatibility; may not boot without prior update.
D'après 16 avis clients datés, regroupés par trimestre civil. L'analyse par période est en anglais.
Les preuves
Performance
The 4.6GHz boost clock and 32MB of L3 cache put this chip in the top tier for gaming, and our PassMark data backs it up. Single-thread performance lands in the 82nd percentile, which is wild for a chip this old. Multi-thread sits at 78th percentile, so it's no slouch for productivity either. What surprised us most is how well it handles modern titles. 100+ FPS in popular games isn't marketing fluff, it's just what this thing does. The 65W TDP means it sips power while doing it.
Specifications
Full Specifications
Processor
| Brand | AMD |
| Series | Ryzen 5 |
| Model | 5600X |
| Codename | Vermeer |
| Class | desktop |
| Process | 7 |
Cores & Clocks
| Cores | 6 |
| P-cores | 6 |
| Threads | 12 |
| Base Clock | 3700 |
| Boost Clock | 4600 |
Cache
| L2 Cache | 3 |
| L3 Cache | 32 MB |
Performance
| PassMark Multi | 21893 |
| PassMark Single | 3184 |
Memory
| Memory Type | DDR4 |
| Max Speed | 3200 |
| Channels | 2 |
| Max Memory | 64 |
| ECC | Yes |
Platform & Power
| Socket | AM4 |
| PCIe | 4 |
| PCIe Lanes | 20 |
| TDP | 65 |
| Max Turbo Power | 88 |
| Unlocked | Yes |
Graphics & AI
| Integrated Graphics | None |
vs Competition
Against the Intel Core Ultra 7 265KF, the 5600X loses on raw multi-thread performance but wins on price and platform maturity. The 265KF is a newer architecture with more cores, but you'll pay a premium for it. The Xeon E5-2637 V2 and those Core i9 X-Series chips are server and HEDT parts, not really gaming competitors. If you're on AM4 already, the 5600X is the obvious upgrade path. If you're building new, it's still worth considering unless you need DDR5 and the latest platform features.
| Spec | AMD Ryzen 5 5600X | Intel Core Ultra 9 285K | Dell Xeon E5-2637 V2 | SMC EPYC 9555P | CG CHIPS GATE EPYC 6GK7443-1EX30-0XE0 1PC New 6GK7443-1EX30-0XE0 Communications Processor | HP Xeon P67080-B21 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cores | 6 | 24 | 32 | 64 | 24 | 16 |
| Threads | 12 | 24 | 64 | 128 | 48 | 32 |
| Boost Clock Mhz | 4600 | 5700 | 3500 | 4400 | 4000 | 3900 |
| L3 Cache Mb | 32 | 36 | 256 | 256 | 128 | 37.5 |
| Tdp W | 65 | 125 | 200 | 360 | 200 | 195 |
| Socket | AM4 | LGA 1851 | Socket A/Socket 462 (PGA 462) | AMD Socket SP5 | AMD Socket SP3 | LGA 4677 |
| Integrated Graphics | None | Intel Graphics | No | - | - | No |
| Compare | Compare | Compare | Compare | Compare |
| Produit | AI | Feature | Platform | User Sentiment | Efficiency | Multi Thread | Preuve sociale | Single Thread |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| AMD Ryzen 5 5600X | 76.6 | 93.3 | 80.6 | 51.2 | 88 | 78.3 | 96.5 | 82.3 |
| Intel Core Ultra 9 285K Compare | 96.2 | 99.8 | 95.9 | 79 | 97 | 96.6 | 90.7 | 99.8 |
| Dell Xeon E5-2637 V2 Compare | 99.1 | 90.7 | 76.2 | 0 | 97.3 | 99.2 | 1.5 | 89.3 |
| SMC EPYC 9555P Compare | 99.3 | 76.8 | 96.7 | 0 | 90.6 | 99.5 | 1.5 | 88.7 |
| CG CHIPS GATE EPYC 6GK7443-1EX30-0XE0 1PC New 6GK7443-1EX30-0XE0 Communications Processor Compare | 94.7 | 76.8 | 84 | 0 | 83.7 | 94.4 | 38.3 | 80.1 |
| HP Xeon P67080-B21 Compare | 91.7 | 76.8 | 90.6 | 0 | 78 | 90.8 | 1.5 | 80.3 |
Prix
Value & Pricing
At USD 140 from the right seller, this chip is an absolute steal. At USD 380 from a third-party scalper, you're getting ripped off. The spread across US listings is USD 240, which is insane. Shop around, check Newegg's tray listings, and don't pay more than USD 200 for this thing. In Canada, the CAD 220 to CAD 260 range is much tighter, so you're safe either way.
En savoir plus
Overview
The Ryzen 5 5600X is the CPU that refuses to die, and honestly, we're fine with that. Three years after launch, this 6-core, 12-thread chip still delivers elite gaming performance at a price that makes Intel's newer offerings look silly. The one thing to know? If you're building a gaming rig on AM4, this is still the smartest money you can spend.
Common Questions
Q: Do I need a separate GPU with the 5600X?
Yes. This chip has no integrated graphics, so you'll need a discrete GPU. Budget for something like an RX 6600 or RTX 3060 at minimum.
Q: Will my motherboard need a BIOS update?
Probably. If you're on an older B450 or X470 board, you'll likely need to flash the BIOS before the 5600X will boot. Most B550 and X570 boards ship ready, but check your board's support page.
Q: Is the tray version worth buying?
If you already have a cooler or plan to buy a better one, yes. The tray version saves you money and the stock Wraith Stealth cooler is mediocre anyway. Just don't forget to budget for cooling.
Who Should Skip This
If you're building a brand new system and want DDR5, PCIe 5.0, or an upgrade path to future CPUs, this isn't it. Go AM5 with a Ryzen 5 7600 or 7600X instead. Also skip it if you need integrated graphics for a budget build without a GPU, the 5600G is the better choice there.
Verdict
Buy it. The Ryzen 5 5600X is the best value gaming CPU on AM4, period. It's fast, efficient, and cheap when you find it at the right price. The lack of a cooler and integrated graphics are minor annoyances, not dealbreakers. If you're still on a Ryzen 2600 or 3700X, this is the upgrade you've been waiting for.
