Ryzensets 5 3600 Processor (6 Cores/12Threads, 65W DTP, AM4 Socket, 35 MB Cache, up to 4.1 GHz Max Boost frequency, Wraith stealth cooler)

I have built a number of PC's over the years but not for the last three and since then the technology has marched on considerably. This time I was building a PC for my wife who uses Photoshop and needed a reasonably powerful PC to use the program fully. As such I got back into the weeds and started the upgrade to my personal memory module. And I found that Ryzen CPU's from AMD are currently the overall choice for performance vs cost if most of the online reviews, Youtube videos and magazines are anything to go by. Given that most of these views are held by people with far better technical knowledge than I, this seemed to be the way forward. So, which CPU? As ever with unlimited funds one would simply pick the fastest at the highest cost. However, back in the real world I figured two hundred quid or less was my target cost and this Ryzen chip fitted the bill perfectly. Without a doubt it hits the sweet spot and given it's overall popularity I suspect most people making middle of the range PC's feel the same as me. This comes boxed with the cooler and fan which, is not overly large. I appreciate that power users and PC hobbyists may well want something fancier with flashing LED's but what comes in the box works well, maintaining temperatures within spec and is also very quiet. Right now given that the PC I built is not for show I don't see any need to change the cooling arrangement at all. Paired with a decent motherboard this Ryzen CPU blows my old computer into the weeds. My wife is not a gamer but she does use Photoshop a lot as photography is her hobby and it can demand a bit from your PC when doing some tasks. Certainly her old computer struggled and often took quite a while to render some of the modified photographs. Not with this sucker. Now every task is quick and seamless with no waiting around. It makes using heavy duty programs a pleasure not a pain and thus has ticked the main requirement for my wife. Overall, I'm with the majority. AMD have nailed it with the Ryzen CPU's.

30/07/2020: Updated to 5 star after a year of use. After Ryzen Master finally started to work properly in my rig (don't ask...), this CPU proved to be truly amazing! Very easy to fine-tune on the go, stays cool, and easily clocks to 4.3-4.4 GHz in games, most cases even within the nominal 65W TDP limit! Still happy with its transcoding and folding performance too...at current prices, it is mad value! :) Original review: I have replaced a 2700 with this, and while some may believe I am mad, I think I have made the right choice. It is faster in (most) games, and though not faster in all productivity suites, it is pretty close, and much ahead in HEVC encoding (about 50%, despite the fewer cores), which was of paramount importance for me. The only reason i gave it 4 stars because the acclaimed auto-overclocking is far from being flawless, and BIOS updates are still rolling out every two weeks. Still, with manual setting it humms along nicely at 4.1 GHz on all cores, with 1.25V vcore (with auto, it was fed 1.4V and sometimes even higher at heavy all-core load, while hovering at 4050-4075 Mhz). Stock cooler is OK for everyday use (gaming included - and it even will hit 4.2 most of the time!), and it is not too loud either, but if you want to utilise all 6 cores heavily (like I do with video transcoding), you may want to consider aftermarket cooling (H212 or similar will absolutely do). Overall, a fine product, at a fair price, and I am happy with it :)

This review is just for the 3600, I can't comment on any of the other 3000 series CPUs, I'm using a inexpensive B350-Gaming-CF motherboard with the latest bios. I upgraded from a overclocked 1700 to the 3600 and I thought I would miss out on the two cores / threads, however, this was simply not the case, I have experienced similair performance to a stock 1700 and a much improved single core performance (I've included a rough CPU comparsion) this CPU is a direct head to head with the I5 7600k and 8600k which is ideal considering all I use my PC for is gaming. Performance in general is so much better and I have noticed a big improvement in FPS, things feel more responsive and my games seem to open up a tad quicker, the only issue I've had with this CPU is heavily fluctuating temperatures due to the agressive core clock making my fan speed go up and down suddenly, but I had resolved this with a new fan curve and a £20.00 CPU cooler.

Perfect for my daughter to play Fortnite with. Runs smooth and cool.

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Rating: ★★★★★ (5/5) writing this review after 2 years using this processor about the performance 2 years back when i built my PC with the AMD Ryzen 5 3600 processor, and it has completely transformed my computing experience. This processor is an absolute gem, and I'm thrilled with its performance. Performance: The AMD Ryzen 5 3600 is a powerhouse for its price point. With a base clock speed of 3.6GHz and the ability to boost up to 4.2GHz, it handles a wide range of tasks with ease. Whether I'm gaming, multitasking, or running resource-intensive applications, this processor delivers smooth and responsive performance. It effortlessly handles modern games and demanding software, making it a versatile choice for both gamers and content creators. Cooling: I've been using the stock cooler that comes with the processor, and it does a surprisingly good job at keeping temperatures in check. Even during extended gaming sessions or rendering tasks, the temperatures have remained well within safe limits. However, if you're planning for more aggressive overclocking, you might consider an aftermarket cooler for even better thermal performance. Value: In terms of value for money, the Ryzen 5 3600 is hard to beat. It offers a fantastic blend of performance and affordability. It's a budget-friendly processor that doesn't compromise on performance, making it an ideal choice for budget-conscious builders and upgraders. Compatibility: The processor has proven to be compatible with a wide range of motherboards, thanks to its AM4 socket. This compatibility ensures that you have plenty of options when it comes to choosing a motherboard to pair with it. Conclusion: The AMD Ryzen 5 3600 is an outstanding processor that punches above its weight class. It delivers impressive performance, energy efficiency, and outstanding value for its price. Whether you're a gamer, content creator, or a general user looking to upgrade, this processor won't disappoint. It has breathed new life into my PC, and I wholeheartedly recommend it to anyone in search of a cost-effective and high-performing CPU.

Di parole e benchmark se ne sono sprecati tantissimi in giro per la rete, parlando dell'architettura AMD Ryzen. Inutile quindi ripetere in una semplice recensione quello che si è già detto, ma occorre comunque ribadire che finalmente AMD ha un'architettura ottima e con la sua terza incarnazione, i processori Ryzen 3XXX offrono delle prestazioni multi core sicuramente più elevate dei concorrenti intel, mantengono un TDP basso grazie alla litografia mista a 7 e 12 nm e sono comunque potentissimi anche nelle operazioni single core. Quindi costruire un PC basato su architettura Ryzen 2 oggi ha più senso che mai, anche e soprattutto se siete dei gamer. Ma quale Ryzen scegliere? 3, 5, 7 o 9? Ovviamente chi non ha limiti nel proprio budget sceglierà il massimo, ma per chi invece vuole fare una scelta sensata e oculata, il Ryzen 5 3600 è di sicuro un best buy, specie al prezzo inferiore ai 200€ nel momento in cui scrivo. Infatti offre prestazioni di tutto rispetto grazie ai suo 6 core fisici che gestiscono due thread ciascuno, quindi in totale offre un parallelismo di ben 12 thread; la frequenza base di 3600 Mhz che viene in automatico incrementata a 4200 Mhz nei carichi più pesanti e l'abbondante quantità di cache, oltre ai già citati processo produttivo a 7 nm e l'architettura Ryzen 2, lo rendono davvero secondo me una CPU molto appetibile per il prezzo a cui è proposto. Inoltre AMD vende queste CPU con tanto di dissipatore e ventola, davvero ottimo se non volete dilettarvi con l'overclock; overclock che è sempre possibile, in quanto tutte le CPU Ryzen sono sbloccate e il Ryzen 5 3600 in particolare offre un discreto margine, a differenza del più costoso e già pompato "gemellone" 3600X. Pensate sempre almeno di cambiare la pasta termica con una più prestante come la Artic 5 e di mettere un dissipatore migliore, nel caso in cui vogliate spingere le frequenze. A proposito, AMD ha appunto a listino il 3600X, che non è altro che un 3600 già spinto al limite ma più costoso e con pochissimo margine di overclock. Personalmente ho preferito quindi risparmiare, avere un consumo minore (il TDP del 3600 è di 65W contro i 95 del 3600X) e pensare all'overclock successivamente. Quindi, non ho dubbi: il Ryzen 5 3600 è il miglior processore AMD attuale quanto a prezzo, prestazioni, dotazione e margine di overclock. Ma cosa abbinare a questa bella e prestante CPU? Personalmente mi sono concesso un PC nuovo dopo ben 10 anni e ne ho approfittato per rinnovare un pò tutto: Ho abbinato al 3600 una MB AsRock X570 Phantom Gaming 4, in modo da avere una scheda madre future proof che supporti anche il PCI express 4.0, ovviamente gestito dalla nuova architettura Ryzen; Poi ho abbinato un kit di memoria Ballistic da 16 GB in dual channel a 3600 Mhz, un buon SSD M.2 e una scheda video AMD RX590 (non sono un gamer accanito); Case, alimentatore e accessori, essendo ancora attuali, li ho riciclati dal vecchio PC. Inutile dire che non ho speso poco, ma con 750€ circa è venuta fuori una configurazione di tutto rispetto, veloce e prestante. Ultime note: abbinate sempre a queste CPU una buona RAM ad almeno 3200 Mhz; non dovete per forza usare una scheda madre recente e costosa, potete montare questa CPU anche su una economica basata su chipset B450 e l'unica cosa di cui non godrete sarà il PCIe 4.0. Quindi se avete una CPU ryzen 5 1XXX, potete concedervi di passare a questa e avere dei buoni miglioramenti prestazionali, cosa che non consiglio di fare se siete già possessori di un Ryzen 5 2XXX o superiore: probabilmente i miglioramenti non giustificherebbero la spesa. La cosa che adoro di AMD in assoluto è la retro compatibilità: vi basti pensare che ho riutilizzato sul Ryzen 5 3600 il mio vecchio dissipatore a ARCTIC Freezer 7 Pro che usavo sul mio precedente processore su socket AM2, socket che ha ben più di 10 anni! Davvero fantastico. Concludendo, mi pare di non aver altro da aggiungere. Numeri e grafici li lasciamo ai siti specializzati, noi invece ci teniamo i nostri eccezionali Ryzen 5 3600!

It's been more than 5 years. Still no issues. Definitely worth.