Ryzen 5 2600E vs Ryzen 5 1600

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Performance Comparison

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Passmark Score

12346

Passmark Score

12261

Performance Difference

Ryzen 5 2600E is 0.7% faster than Ryzen 5 1600

Benchmarks & Performance Comparison

In this CPU comparison, Ryzen 5 2600E performs 0.7% better in benchmarks. Below you'll find detailed performance analysis, gaming benchmarks, power consumption data, and specifications to help you decide between Ryzen 5 2600E and Ryzen 5 1600.

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 Ryzen 5 2600E and Ryzen 5 1600

AMD

Ryzen 5 2600E

The Ryzen 5 2600E is manufactured by AMD. It was released in 19 September 2018 (7 years ago). It is based on the Zen+ (2018−2019) architecture. It features 6 cores and 12 threads. Base frequency is 3.1 GHz, with boost up to 4 GHz. L3 cache: 16 MB (total). L2 cache: 512K (per core). Built on 12 nm process technology. Socket: AM4. Thermal design power (TDP): 65 Watt. Memory support: DDR4 Dual-channel. Passmark benchmark score: 12,346 points.

General Information

Type:desktop
Series:AMD Ryzen 5
Designer:AMD
Manufacturer:GlobalFoundries
Release Date:19 September 2018 (7 years ago)
Architecture Codename:Zen+ (2018−2019)
Performance Ranking Position:1177

Technical Specifications

Cores:6
Threads:12
Die Size:192 mm2
L1 Cache:96K (per core)
L2 Cache:512K (per core)
L3 Cache:16 MB (total)
Max Frequency:4 GHz
Multiplicador:31
64-Bit Support:+
Base Frequency:3.1 GHz
Transistor Count:4,800 million
Process Technology:12 nm
Velocidade Dos Pneus:4 × 8 GT/s
Compatibilidade Com Windows 11:+

Compatibility

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

Memory

RAM Types:DDR4 Dual-channel
Memory Channels:2
Memory Bandwidth:46.933 GB/s
ECC Memory Support:+
Max Memory Capacity:64 GB
AMD

Ryzen 5 1600

The Ryzen 5 1600 is manufactured by AMD. It was released in 11 April 2017 (8 years ago). It is based on the Zen 2 (2017−2020) architecture. It features 6 cores and 12 threads. Base frequency is 3.2 GHz, with boost up to 3.6 GHz. L3 cache: 16 MB (total). L2 cache: 512K (per core). Built on 14 nm process technology. Socket: AM4. Thermal design power (TDP): 65 Watt. Memory support: DDR4. Passmark benchmark score: 12,261 points. Launch price was $219.

General Information

Type:desktop
Series:AMD Ryzen 5
Designer:AMD
Launch Price:$219
Manufacturer:GlobalFoundries
Release Date:11 April 2017 (8 years ago)
Architecture Codename:Zen 2 (2017−2020)
Performance Ranking Position:1181

Technical Specifications

Cores:6
Threads:12
Die Size:192 mm2
L1 Cache:96K (per core)
L2 Cache:512K (per core)
L3 Cache:16 MB (total)
Max Frequency:3.6 GHz
Multiplicador:32
64-Bit Support:+
Base Frequency:3.2 GHz
Transistor Count:4,800 million
Process Technology:14 nm
Unlocked Multiplier:+
Velocidade Dos Pneus:4 × 8 GT/s
Compatibilidade Com Windows 11:-

Compatibility

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

Memory

RAM Types:DDR4
Memory Channels:2
Memory Bandwidth:42.671 GB/s
ECC Memory Support:+
Max Memory Capacity:64 GB

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