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AMD Ryzen 5 9600X Six Core 5.40GHz (Socket AM5) Processor – Retail

Original price was: £248.99.Current price is: £187.99.

100-100001405WOF, 6 Core with 12 Threads, 3.90GHz base clock speed, Up to 5.40GHz Boost Clock, 5nm FinFet Process, 32MB L3 Cache, Dual Channel DDR5 Controller, 5600-6400MHz RAM Recommended, 65W TDP, 3yr Warranty

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Description

Achieve next-level power and next-level gaming with theย AMD Ryzen 5 9600X CPU. From the AMD Ryzen 9000 Series, this entry-level CPU is built on Zen 5 architecture with AI-acceleration to unlock unprecedented performance. Enjoy a 16% uptick on previous Ryzen generations! Plus, with support for DDR5, PCIe 5.0, USB4, and WiFi 7, this CPU has a clear upgrade path and is future proofed for upcoming tech.

AMD Ryzen 5 9600X CPU at a Glance:

  • CPU built on Zen 5 architecture with AI-acceleration
  • Six cores, twelve threads, and multithreading technology
  • Maximum 65W TDP
  • Compatible with AM5 socket and existing AM4 CPU coolers
  • Supports DDR5 RAM, PCIe 5.0, and USB4
  • Memory overclocking software AMD EXPO

The Entry-Level CPU

Theย AMD Ryzen 5 9600X CPUย has been optimised to provide a ~16% uptick in performance over the previous Ryzen generation. Enjoy smoother gaming, more efficient workflows, and more power in your content creation. This entry-level CPU has six cores and twelve threads with SMT (simultaneous multithreading technology), making it excellent for 1080p gaming and budding content creators. The base clock speed for this processor is 3.9GHz, but this can be boosted to 5.4GHz with the use of Precision Boost 2 or Precision Boost Overdrive.

To optimise efficiency, theย AMD Ryzen 5 9600Xย has a total 32MB cache split into L1, L2, and L3 tiers. This increases the amount of accessible information, supporting the enhanced performance and IPC (instructions per cycle) uplift. Whatโ€™s more, this processor has a maximum 65W TDP for increased energy efficiency.

Zen 5 and AI-Acceleration

The AMD Ryzen 9000 Series is built on an innovative 4nm process and Zen 5 architecture. Putting performance, scalability, and efficiency at the core of this architectureโ€™s design ensures youโ€™ll enjoy the best in gaming, streaming, and content creation. This generation has been improved with branch prediction accuracy and latency, higher throughput, and more parallelism.

This has been paired with the latest in AI acceleration. As a result, you can effortlessly handle AI workloads, regardless of how complex the AI model is. In fact, you can enjoy up to 20% faster AI in select models, making AMD Ryzen 9000 the ultimate AI processing solution.

Upgrade Path

The AMD Ryzen 9000 Series is designed to support your gaming and workflows for longer. These processors utilise the AMD AM5 platform, like Ryzen 7000. This socket was engineered to grow with the technology industry as it develops and innovates.

As such, theย AMD Ryzen 5 9600Xย has support for DDR5, PCIe 5.0 on both storage and graphics, USB4, and WiFi 7, offering a clear upgrade path with a future-proofed design.

Integrated Graphics

Theย AMD Ryzen 5 9600X CPUย has integrated AMD Radeon graphics, utilising two graphics cores and 2200MHz frequency. This provides best-in-class integrated graphics performance, enabling you to play an exciting range of gaming titles without a dedicated GPU.

AM5

To operate anย AMD Ryzen 5 9600X CPU, a motherboard equipped with anย AM5 1718 LGA socketย is essential. The compatible chipset is:

Please note that more chipsets will be made available as more models in the AMD Ryzen 9000 Series release.

To optimise compatibility,ย AMD Ryzen 9000 Series CPUsย can be equipped with either an AM4ย AIOย orย airย CPU cooler or AM5ย AIOย orย airย CPU cooler. No cooler is included within the scope of delivery.

AMD Ryzen 9000 Line Up

Model Cores Threads Max Boost Clock Total Cache PCIe Version Default TDP
AMD Ryzen 9 9950X 16 32 Up to 5.7GHz 64MB Gen 5.0 170W
AMD Ryzen 9 9950X3D2 16 32 Up to 5.6GHz 192MB L3 Gen 5.0 200W
AMD Ryzen 9 9950X3D 16 32 Up to 5.7GHz 128MB L3 Gen 5.0 170W
AMD Ryzen 9 9900X 12 24 Up to 5.6GHz 64MB Gen 5.0 120W
AMD Ryzen 9 9900X3D 12 24 Up to 5.5GHz 128MB L3 Gen 5.0 120W
AMD Ryzen 7 9850X3D 8 16 Up to 5.6GHz 96MB Gen 5.0 120W
AMD Ryzen 7 9800X3D 8 16 Up to 5.2GHz 96MB L3 Gen 5.0 120W
AMD Ryzen 7 9700X 8 16 Up to 5.5GHz 32MB Gen 5.0 65W
AMD Ryzen 5 9600X 6 12 Up to 5.4GHz 32MB Gen 5.0 65W
AMD Ryzen 5 9600 6 12 Up to 5.2GHz 32MB Gen 5.0 65W

AMD Ryzen 5 9600X FAQ

Is the AMD Ryzen 5 9600X CPU Good for Gaming?

The AMD Ryzen 5 9600X CPU is great for casual and entry-level gaming. The six cores and twelve threads are equipped with SMT technology to effortlessly handle complex processes. Whatโ€™s more, the Zen 5 architecture and AI-acceleration will optimise your performance.

How Many Cores and Threads does the AMD Ryzen 5 9600X CPU Have?

The AMD Ryzen 5 9600X CPU has 6 cores and 12 threads.

What Socket Does the AMD Ryzen 5 9600X CPU Use?

The AMD Ryzen 5 9600X CPU is compatible with the AMD AM5 socket. This AMD socket uses a land grid array (LGA) rather than a pin grid array (PGA), so there is no cross compatibility with AMD AM4 sockets. However, the outer socket shape has been designed so that your AM4 coolers will remain compatible.

What Memory Can I Use with the AMD Ryzen 5 9600X CPU?

The AMD Ryzen 9000 Series supports DDR5 RAM, including the AMD Ryzen 5 9600X. This can be overclocked with the easy-to-use AMD EXPO software, provided your chosen RAM modules support this feature.

CPU
CPU Manufacturer AMD
CPU Series AMD Ryzen 5
CPU Socket AM5
CPU Architecture Zen 5
CPU Cores 6
CPU Threads 12
Hyperthreading / Multithreading Yes
Open Multiplier Yes
Memory Controller dual channel
TDP 65 W
CPU Cooler Included No
CPU Packaging boxed / retail
Integrated GPU Yes
Lighting
Lighting / RGB No
AI
AI Acceleration No
Memory
Memory Compatibility DDR5
EEC Support Yes

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