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AMD Ryzen 5 3600X desktop CPU in retail box

AMD

AMD Ryzen 5 3600X 100-100000022BOX desktop processor

SKU CH-CN8E-VBZGG

Six-core desktop processor with 12 threads, 3.8 GHz base and 4.4 GHz boost clocks, 32 MB L3 cache, 95 W TDP and PCIe 4.0 support on AM4 socket

  • Processors TypeDesktop
  • NameRyzen 5 3600X
  • CPU Socket TypeSocket AM4
  • Core NameMatisse (Zen 2)
  • # of Cores6-Core
  • # of Threads12-Threads
  • 6 cores and 12 threads handle heavy multitasking
  • 8 GHz base clock reaches 4.4 GHz max boost
  • 32 MB L3 cache cuts memory latency
  • 95 W TDP balances performance and heat
  • PCIe 4.0 with 16 lanes enables fast peripherals

Six-core desktop processor

The AMD Ryzen 5 3600X is a six-core, twelve-thread desktop processor built on the 7nm Zen 2 architecture. It targets gamers and content creators who want strong multi-threaded performance without stepping up to higher core counts. The unlocked multiplier allows straightforward overclocking on compatible motherboards.

3.8 GHz base with 4.4 GHz boost

Base clock runs at 3.8 GHz and can reach a 4.4 GHz max boost frequency when thermal headroom allows. The 95 W TDP means sustained all-core workloads will push against the cooler’s limits faster than lower-power chips. PCIe 4.0 support provides 16 lanes for modern graphics cards and storage, while the dual-channel memory controller works with DDR4.

Wraith Spire cooler included

The boxed 100-100000022BOX version ships with a Wraith Spire cooler, letting builders run at stock speeds without buying a separate heatsink. No additional software utilities are bundled, so tuning relies on motherboard BIOS or third-party tools. Buyers who need more than six cores or higher sustained frequencies should look at eight-core alternatives.

Highlights

  • 6 cores and 12 threads handle heavy multitasking
  • 8 GHz base clock reaches 4.4 GHz max boost
  • 32 MB L3 cache cuts memory latency
  • 95 W TDP balances performance and heat
  • PCIe 4.0 with 16 lanes enables fast peripherals

Specifications

BrandAMD
Processors TypeDesktop
SeriesRyzen 5 3rd Gen
NameRyzen 5 3600X
Model100-100000022BOX
CPU Socket TypeSocket AM4
Core NameMatisse (Zen 2)
# of Cores6-Core
# of Threads12-Threads
Operating Frequency3.8 GHz
Max Turbo Frequency4.4 GHz
L2 Cache3MB
L3 Cache32MB
Manufacturing Tech7nm
Instruction Set64-Bit
Memory Channel2
Virtualization Technology SupportYes
PCI Express Revision4.0 / 3.0
Max Number of PCI Express Lanes16
Thermal Design Power95W
Cooling DeviceCooling device not included - Processor Only
Operating System SupportedWindows 11

Questions about this item

Will the Ryzen 5 3600X work with my existing DDR4 memory and AM4 motherboard?

The processor uses the AM4 socket and supports DDR4 memory across two channels, so it will run on compatible AM4 boards with your current DDR4 modules.

How can I verify the 3.8 GHz base clock and 4.4 GHz max boost are active after installation?

Check the operating frequency in BIOS or a monitoring tool such as Ryzen Master; you should see 3.8 GHz at idle and up to 4.4 GHz under single-threaded load when thermals allow.

Does the 100-100000022BOX package include a cooler or do I need to buy one separately?

The BOX suffix indicates the retail package ships with AMD's Wraith Spire cooler, so no separate cooler purchase is required for standard operation.

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