AMD Ryzen 5 3600XT

AMD Ryzen 5 3600XT
Benchmarks & Specs

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The AMD Ryzen 5 3600XT, based on the Matisse (Zen 2) architecture, was manufactured using an efficient 7 nm process. This processor from AMD was a very solid choice when it was introduced. Even some time later, it still delivers remarkable performance for a variety of tasks. Its 32 MB L3 cache enables fast data access, which has a positive effect on the overall speed.

Another advantage is the support for PCIe 4.0. This allows the use of modern components with high bandwidth.
In Cinebench 2024, the AMD Ryzen 5 3600XT achieved a remarkable 76 points in the single-core test. In multi-core applications, it showed a performance of 482 points. These values underline its ability to run even more demanding programs smoothly.

We were frankly a little surprised at how well this chip still performs today. Its balanced architecture offers a good mix of core count and clock speed. The maximum memory bandwidth of 51 GB/s also contributes to smooth data processing. The AMD Ryzen 5 3600XT remains a compelling option for those looking for a reliable CPU that will continue to serve well into the future.
  • Efficient Zen 2 architecture
  • 32 MB L3 cache
  • PCIe 4.0 support
  • Solid performance in single- and multi-core applications

Performance Overview
Average performance across multiple benchmarks

Single-core performance
Rank 225 / 474
In segment Desktop
Multi-core performance
Rank 256 / 454
In segment Desktop
Cinebench 2024 Single-Core

Cinebench 2024 Single-Core
Single-core performance

AMD Ryzen 3 3100
4C / 8T · 3.90 GHz
77 pts
Intel Core i9-9900K
8C / 16T · 5.00 GHz
77 pts
AMD Ryzen 5 3600XT
6C / 12T · 4.50 GHz
76 pts
AMD Ryzen Threadripper PRO 3975WX
32C / 64T · 4.20 GHz
75 pts
AMD Ryzen 7 PRO 4750G
8C / 16T · 4.40 GHz
75 pts
Cinebench 2024 Multi-Core

Cinebench 2024 Multi-Core
Multi-core performance

Intel Core i5-10600K
6C / 12T · 4.80 GHz
488 pts
Intel Core i5-10600KF
6C / 12T · 4.80 GHz
488 pts
AMD Ryzen 5 3600XT
6C / 12T · 4.50 GHz
482 pts
AMD Ryzen 7 1700
8C / 16T · 3.70 GHz
481 pts
AMD Ryzen 5 3600X
6C / 12T · 4.40 GHz
468 pts
Cinebench R23 Single-Core

Cinebench R23 Single-Core
Single-core performance

Intel Core i9-9900KS
8C / 16T · 5.00 GHz
1,333 pts
Intel Processor 300
2C / 4T · 3.90 GHz
1,331 pts
AMD Ryzen 5 3600XT
6C / 12T · 4.50 GHz
1,330 pts
AMD Ryzen 7 3800X
8C / 16T · 4.50 GHz
1,325 pts
AMD Ryzen Threadripper 3970X
32C / 64T · 4.50 GHz
1,324 pts
Cinebench R23 Multi-Core

Cinebench R23 Multi-Core
Multi-core performance

AMD Ryzen 5 5500X3D
6C / 12T · 3.80 GHz
10,084 pts
AMD Ryzen 7 2700X
8C / 16T · 3.85 GHz
9,971 pts
AMD Ryzen 5 3600XT
6C / 12T · 4.50 GHz
9,945 pts
Microsoft XBox Series S
8C / 16T · 3.40 GHz
9,894 pts
AMD Ryzen 5 3600X
6C / 12T · 4.20 GHz
9,704 pts
Geekbench 6 Single-Core

Geekbench 6 Single-Core
Single-core performance

AMD Ryzen 7 3800XT
8C / 16T · 4.70 GHz
1,769
Intel Core i5-11400T
6C / 12T · 3.70 GHz
1,767
AMD Ryzen 5 3600XT
6C / 12T · 4.50 GHz
1,759
Intel Celeron G6900
2C / 2T · 3.40 GHz
1,754
Intel Core i9-10900K
10C / 20T · 5.30 GHz
1,743
Geekbench 6 Multi-Core

Geekbench 6 Multi-Core
Multi-core performance

Intel Xeon E5-2666 v3
10C / 20T · 3.20 GHz
7,250
Intel Xeon E5-2695 v4
18C / 36T · 2.50 GHz
7,248
AMD Ryzen 5 3600XT
6C / 12T · 4.50 GHz
7,246
Intel Core i7-9700
8C / 8T · 3.80 GHz
7,202
Intel Core i7-9700F
8C / 8T · 3.80 GHz
7,202
Cinebench R20 Single-Core

Cinebench R20 Single-Core
Single-core performance

Intel Core i7-10700K
8C / 16T · 5.10 GHz
524 cb
Intel Core i7-10700KF
8C / 16T · 5.10 GHz
524 cb
AMD Ryzen 5 3600XT
6C / 12T · 4.50 GHz
519 cb
Intel Core i9-9900K
8C / 16T · 5.00 GHz
518 cb
Intel Core i9-9900KF
8C / 16T · 5.00 GHz
518 cb
Geekbench 5, 64bit Single-Core

Geekbench 5, 64bit Single-Core
Single-core performance

Intel Core i9-10900
10C / 20T · 5.20 GHz
1,379
Intel Core i9-10900F
10C / 20T · 5.20 GHz
1,379
AMD Ryzen 5 3600XT
6C / 12T · 4.50 GHz
1,376
AMD Ryzen 3 PRO 5350GE
4C / 8T · 4.20 GHz
1,368
AMD Ryzen 3 5300GE
4C / 8T · 4.20 GHz
1,368
Cinebench R20 Multi-Core

Cinebench R20 Multi-Core
Multi-core performance

Intel Core i5-11400
6C / 12T · 4.20 GHz
3,888 cb
Intel Core i5-11400F
6C / 12T · 4.20 GHz
3,888 cb
AMD Ryzen 5 3600XT
6C / 12T · 4.50 GHz
3,855 cb
Microsoft XBox Series S
8C / 16T · 3.40 GHz
3,837 cb
AMD Ryzen 5 3600X
6C / 12T · 4.20 GHz
3,751 cb
Geekbench 5, 64bit Multi-Core

Geekbench 5, 64bit Multi-Core
Multi-core performance

Intel Xeon E5-2650 v4
12C / 24T · 2.50 GHz
7,953
Intel Xeon Gold 5115
10C / 20T · 2.60 GHz
7,943
AMD Ryzen 5 3600XT
6C / 12T · 4.50 GHz
7,916
Intel Core i7-5960X
8C / 16T · 3.20 GHz
7,843
Intel Core i3-12300
4C / 8T · 4.20 GHz
7,834
CPU-Z Benchmark 17 Single-Core

CPU-Z Benchmark 17 Single-Core
Single-core performance

AMD Ryzen 9 3950X
16C / 32T · 4.70 GHz
523
Intel Core i5-9600K
6C / 6T · 4.60 GHz
522
AMD Ryzen 5 3600XT
6C / 12T · 4.50 GHz
520
AMD Ryzen 7 3800X
8C / 16T · 4.50 GHz
517
Intel Core i7-8700K
6C / 12T · 4.70 GHz
510
CPU-Z Benchmark 17 Multi-Core

CPU-Z Benchmark 17 Multi-Core
Multi-core performance

Intel Core i7-9700KF
8C / 8T · 3.60 GHz
4,164
AMD Ryzen 5 PRO 4650G
6C / 12T · 3.70 GHz
4,163
AMD Ryzen 5 3600XT
6C / 12T · 3.80 GHz
4,160
AMD Ryzen 7 2700
8C / 16T · 3.20 GHz
4,092
AMD Ryzen 5 3600X
6C / 12T · 3.80 GHz
4,083
Cinebench R15 (Single-Core)

Cinebench R15 (Single-Core)
Single-core performance

Intel Core i7-9700
8C / 8T · 4.70 GHz
209 cb
Intel Core i7-8700K
6C / 12T · 4.70 GHz
208 cb
AMD Ryzen 5 3600XT
6C / 12T · 4.50 GHz
207 cb
Intel Core i3-10320
4C / 8T · 4.60 GHz
206 cb
AMD Ryzen 7 4700G
8C / 16T · 4.40 GHz
204 cb
Cinebench R15 (Multi-Core)

Cinebench R15 (Multi-Core)
Multi-core performance

AMD Ryzen Threadripper 1900X
8C / 16T · 4.00 GHz
1,709 cb
Intel Xeon Gold 5119T
14C / 28T · 2.20 GHz
1,707 cb
AMD Ryzen 5 3600XT
6C / 12T · 4.50 GHz
1,671 cb
AMD Ryzen 5 3600X
6C / 12T · 4.20 GHz
1,647 cb
Intel Core i9-9900T
8C / 16T · 3.60 GHz
1,644 cb

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At a glance

PropertyValue
FamilyAMD Ryzen 5 (100)
CPU groupAMD Ryzen 3000 (15)
ArchitectureMatisse (Zen 2)
Technology7 nm
SegmentDesktop
SocketAM4 (PGA 1331)
Generation3
PredecessorAMD Ryzen 5 2600X
Q2/2018
Successor

CPU Cores and Base Frequency

PropertyValue
CPU Cores / Threads6 / 12
Hyperthreading / SMT
Core architecturenormal
Cores: 6x
Frequency: 3.80 GHz
Turbo Frequency (1 Core): 4.50 GHz
Turbo Frequency (6 Cores): 4.50 GHz
L2-Cache
L3-Cache32.00 MB
OverclockingYes

Memory & PCIe

Memory typeMemory bandwidth
DDR4-3200
51.2 GB/s
PropertyValue
Max. Memory128 GB
Memory channels2
ECC
PCIe4.0 x 20
PCIe Bandwidth39.4 GB/s

Thermal Management

PropertyValue
TDP105 W
TDP (PL2)
TDP up
TDP down
T. junction max.95 °C

Technical details

PropertyValue
Chip designChiplet
AES-NI
Operating systemsWindows 10, Windows 11, Linux
Instruction setx86-64 (64 bit)
ISA extensionsSSE4a, SSE4.1, SSE4.2, AVX2, FMA3
Release dateQ2/2020
Release price
DocumentsTechnical data sheet
AMD Ryzen 5 3600XT
AMD Ryzen 5 3600XT
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