AMD · Ryzen 5 · 2017 · AM4
The AMD Ryzen 5 1600X is a desktop processor with 6 cores, released in 2017 at an MSRP of $249. It is part of the Ryzen 5 lineup, using the Ryzen 1000 platform, and fits the AM4 socket. Internally, it is built on the "Zen" architecture. Thanks to AMD Simultaneous Multi-Threading (SMT), each core can handle two instruction streams simultaneously, yielding a total of 12 threads for improved parallelism. The Ryzen 5 1600X has a base clock of 3.6 GHz and can boost up to 4 GHz depending on workload and thermal headroom. AMD manufactures the "Zen" silicon on a 14nm process node. The multiplier is unlocked, making overclocking straightforward. This processor supports DDR4 memory. ECC memory is supported, provided the motherboard enables it. With a TDP of 95W, the Ryzen 5 1600X sits in a typical power envelope for a modern desktop CPU. This processor has no integrated graphics — a discrete GPU is required. The cache hierarchy consists of 96KB/core of L1, 3MB of L2, and 16MB of L3 cache.
| Brand | AMD |
|---|---|
| Family | Ryzen 5 |
| Series | Ryzen 1000 |
| Architecture | Zen |
| Type | Desktop |
| Launch year | 2017 |
| Cores | 6 |
| Threads | 12 |
| Base clock | 3.6 GHz |
| Boost clock | 4 GHz |
| L1 cache | 96KB/core |
| L2 cache | 3MB |
| L3 cache | 16MB |
| TDP | 95W |
| Socket | AM4 |
| Process | 14nm |
| Memory type | DDR4 |
| Integrated graphics | None |
| Chipsets | X570, B550, X470, B450, A520, X370, B350, A320, X300, B300 |
| Launch MSRP | $249 |
| Part number | YD160XBCAEWOF |
| OEM / tray part number | YD160XBCM6IAE |