EPYC 7261 vs Ryzen 5 5600X

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Performance Comparison

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Passmark Score

11149

Passmark Score

21845

Performance Difference

Ryzen 5 5600X is 95.9% faster than EPYC 7261

Benchmarks & Performance Comparison

In this CPU comparison, Ryzen 5 5600X performs 95.9% better in benchmarks. Below you'll find detailed performance analysis, gaming benchmarks, power consumption data, and specifications to help you decide between EPYC 7261 and Ryzen 5 5600X.

Both processors are popular choices for gaming PCs. Consider factors like core count, boost clock speeds, power consumption (TDP), and gaming vs productivity performance when choosing between these CPUs.

Technical Specifications

Detailed hardware specifications for EPYC 7261 and Ryzen 5 5600X

AMD

EPYC 7261

The EPYC 7261 is manufactured by AMD. It was released in 14 June 2018 (7 years ago). It is based on the Naples (2017−2018) architecture. It features 8 cores and 16 threads. Base frequency is 2.5 GHz, with boost up to 2.9 GHz. L3 cache: 32 MB (total). L2 cache: 512K (per core). Built on 14 nm process technology. Socket: SP3. Thermal design power (TDP): 170 Watt. Memory support: DDR4-2666. Passmark benchmark score: 11,149 points.

General Information

Type:server
Series:AMD EPYC
Designer:AMD
Manufacturer:GlobalFoundries
Release Date:14 June 2018 (7 years ago)
Architecture Codename:Naples (2017−2018)
Performance Ranking Position:1230

Technical Specifications

Cores:8
Threads:16
Die Size:213 mm2
L1 Cache:96K (per core)
L2 Cache:512K (per core)
L3 Cache:32 MB (total)
Max Frequency:2.9 GHz
Multiplicador:25
64-Bit Support:+
Base Frequency:2.5 GHz
Transistor Count:4,800 million
Process Technology:14 nm
Unlocked Multiplier:+
Max Case Temperature (TCase):81 °C
Compatibilidade Com Windows 11:-

Compatibility

Socket:SP3
Power Consumption (TDP):170 Watt
Max Processors In Config:2 (Multiprocessor)

Memory

RAM Types:DDR4-2666
Memory Channels:8
Memory Bandwidth:170.671 GB/s
ECC Memory Support:+
Max Memory Capacity:2 TiB
AMD

Ryzen 5 5600X

The Ryzen 5 5600X is manufactured by AMD. It was released in 5 November 2020 (5 years ago). It is based on the Vermeer (Zen 3) (2020−2022) architecture. It features 6 cores and 12 threads. Base frequency is 3.7 GHz, with boost up to 4.6 GHz. L3 cache: 32 MB. L2 cache: 512K (per core). Built on 7 nm, 12 nm process technology. Socket: AM4. Thermal design power (TDP): 65 Watt. Memory support: DDR4. Passmark benchmark score: 21,845 points. Launch price was $299.

General Information

Type:desktop
Series:AMD Ryzen 5
Designer:AMD
Launch Price:$299
Manufacturer:TSMC
Release Date:5 November 2020 (5 years ago)
Architecture Codename:Vermeer (Zen 3) (2020−2022)
Performance Ranking Position:692

Technical Specifications

Cores:6
Threads:12
Die Size:2x 80.7 + 125 (I/O) mm2
L1 Cache:64K (per core)
L2 Cache:512K (per core)
L3 Cache:32 MB
Max Frequency:4.6 GHz
Multiplicador:37
64-Bit Support:+
Base Frequency:3.7 GHz
Process Technology:7 nm, 12 nm
Unlocked Multiplier:+
Max Core Temperature:95 °C
Max Case Temperature (TCase):95 °C
Compatibilidade Com Windows 11:+

Compatibility

Socket:AM4
Power Consumption (TDP):65 Watt
Max Processors In Config:1

Memory

RAM Types:DDR4
Memory Channels:2
Memory Bandwidth:51.196 GB/s
Max Memory Capacity:128 GB

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