[SOLVED] Ryzen 5 3600 vs 3600x

[Biggy Cent]

So I’m upgrading my CPU and switching from Intel to AMD. I currently have an i5 3570k. I’m wanting to know other than the base clock speed are there really any major differences in these 2 CPUs? The 3600x is on sale right now for $200 and the 3600 is $175. Wanting to know which is going to be better for gaming if there really is a big difference.

 

[NightHawkRMX]

Main differences:

The Ryzen 5 3600x includes a Wraith Spire stock cooler. Boost to 4.4ghz under the right conditions.
The Ryzen 5 3600 includes a Wraith Stealth stock cooler. Boost to 4.2ghz under the right conditions.

The 3600x will perform a bit better for gaming since it is clocked higher, however, it is not going to be a massive performance jump from the 3600.

The 3600x does chuck out a bit more heat but should end up running cooler since the included HSF is superior.

 

[Biggy Cent]

Main differences:

The Ryzen 5 3600x includes a Wraith Spire stock cooler. Boost to 4.4ghz under the right conditions.
The Ryzen 5 3600 includes a Wraith Stealth stock cooler. Boost to 4.2ghz under the right conditions.

The 3600x will perform a bit better for gaming since it is clocked higher, however, it is not going to be a massive performance jump from the 3600.

The 3600x does chuck out a bit more heat but should end up running cooler since the included HSF is superior.

Thank you for the reply. I have a Corsair water cooler currently attached to my CPU. Will this work fine with an AMD cpu and mobo?

 

[NightHawkRMX]

Probably not. If your AIO is the same age as your CPU, it will not have the appropriate mounting brackets in order to fit onto a modern AM4 motherboard.

Also, if the AIO is 5 years old or more, i would suggest replacing it as the risk for failure gets higher with age.

 

[mdd1963]

$20-$25 might not be technically worth it ('x' gain for 'y' percent jump in performance, etc), but, given the small difference in price, ...I'd possibly do it anyway

 

[drea.drechsler]

... Wanting to know which is going to be better for gaming if there really is a big difference.

Steve answers all your questions in below video.

View: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=rDV7aA6arVo