Amd ryzen 5 2600x review in Spanish (full analysis)

We continue analyzing the second generation AMD Ryzen processors, this time we went down one step until we found the AMD Ryzen 5 2600X, which promises to be one of the most popular models among users, offering a balance between price and performance that is difficult to match. It is an advanced six-core and twelve-wire processor, all with a very tight power consumption, which results in a TDP of 95W, if you want to know all its details do not miss our analysis in Spanish.

Ready to see our full review? Here we go!

First of all we thank AMD for the trust placed in leaving us the sample for analysis.

AMD Ryzen 5 2600X technical characteristics

Unboxing and design

The presentation of this AMD Ryzen 5 2600X is identical to the one we have seen with its older brother, the Ryzen 7 2700X. We find the processor next to its heatsink in a cardboard box with shades of gray and orange.

The processor comes inside a plastic blister that acts as a protector, something especially important in the case of AMD, since the pins come in the processor and not on the motherboard. Next to the processor we find all the documentation.

Let's see a close-up of the AMD Ryzen 5 2600X, it can be seen that AMD maintains the same IHS used in the first generation, which comes with the word "RYZEN" screen-printed so that it is clear to us that we are dealing with one of its best processors. This IHS protects the die of the processor from possible damage during use, its surface is very well polished, something that is essential to ensure perfect contact with the heatsink.

If we go into technical details, the AMD Ryzen 5 2600X is a six-core processor under the Zen + architecture, which has SMT technology, to offer us a total of twelve processing threads, this processor will be a beast in applications that take advantage of all your abilities.

The cores run at a base speed of 3.6 GHz and a turbo speed of 4.2 GHz, all with a TDP of just 95W, something made possible by Global Foundries' advanced 12nm FinFET manufacturing process. This Zen + architecture offers 16MB of L3 cache for the AMD Ryzen 5 2600X.

We have mentioned that AMD Ryzen 5 2600X is based on the Zen + architecture but… What is new compared to the original Zen architecture?

First, Zen + offers an improved memory subsystem. AMD has successfully reduced L1 cache latency by 13%, L2 cache latency by 24%, and L3 cache latency by 16%. It may not seem like a very big improvement, but latency was Zen's main weakness, so any improvement in this regard will be significant. These changes help to achieve a CPI 3% higher, although this figure is an average so there will be cases in which it is higher and cases in which there will be no difference. Video games could be the big beneficiaries of lower latencies. Memory enhancements also include a new DDR4 controller, which will be able to support JEDEC DDR4-2933 memories and 3466 MHz memories thanks to AMP profiles.

Second, we have the aforementioned manufacturing process at 12nm FinFET, it is a small jump compared to the 14nm FinFET of the first generation of Ryzen, but this allows us to offer the user a processor that consumes 11% less energy at the same operating frequency, and that the performance is 16% higher with the same power consumption.

AMD also offers improved XFR 2.0 and Precision Boost 2 algorithms, which will help multi-core operating frequencies be closer to maximum than in Ryzen's first generation.

Finally, we see the heatsink that AMD attaches to us with this AMD Ryzen 5 2600X. This is the AMD Wraith Spire, a simple model but that will be more than enough to maintain a good temperature in a six-core silicon as efficient as this one. This heatsink is formed by an aluminum block on which an 80 mm fan is placed, which is responsible for generating the necessary air flow.

This heatsink is mounted with an anchorage system very similar to that used by Intel in its reference heatsinks, which makes installation extremely simple and short, since all you have to do is tighten the four supports by hand and they are not necessary to use any tool. The heatsink comes with pre-applied thermal paste, AMD makes it really easy for mounting.

Test bench and performance tests

TESTING BENCH
Processor:	AMD Ryzen 5 2600X
Base plate:	MSI X470 Gaming M7
RAM:	16 GB G.Skill Sniper X 3400 MHz
Heatsink	Stock sink
HDD	Samsumg 850 EVO.
Graphic card	Nvidia GTX 1080 Ti
Power supply	Corsair RM1000X

To check the stability of the AMD Ryzen 5 2600X processor in stock and overclocked. All our tests have been stressing the processor with AIDA64 and with its air cooling as standard. The graphic that we have used is the Nvidia GTX 1080 Ti, without further delay, let's see the results obtained in our tests with a monitor of 1920 x 1080, 2560 x 1440 and 3840 x 2160.

This time we will not talk about the renewed AMD Ryzen Tools because the improvements we have seen have been minimal. The most interesting thing to note, that in its previous release it does not recognize the first generation processors. We understand that in the next few days it will allow to monitor and control the first generation AMD Ryzen.

Benchmarks (Synthetic tests)

The tables will be updated with the 8700K processor retest. Has the SSD been crashed at the last minute?

• Cinebench R15 (CPU single-threaded and multi-threaded).Aida64.3DMARK Fire Strike.3DMark Time Spy.PCMark 8.VRMark.Wprime 32M7-ZipBlender

Game testing

• Far Cry 5: Ultra TAADoom 2: Ultra TSSAA x 8Rise Of Tombr Raider Ultra Filters x 4DEUS EX Mankind Divided Ultra with filter x4Final Fantasy XV Benchmark

1080 Games

2K games

4k games

Overclocking

Not exceeding a voltage of 1.40v we have been able to raise up to 4.2 GHz in all its cores to the AMD Ryzen 5 2600X. We have been able to leave the G.Skill Sniper X memories set at 3400 MHz and its CL16 without any problem.

Next we leave you the differences that exist between the tests that we have passed with and without overclock? In this way you can assess for yourselves whether the frequency increase in this new series of processors is really worth it or not.

We note the difference in 1920 x 1080 and 2560 x 1440 resolutions. Again it is shown that frequency matters less and less in very large resolutions, for example 4K. That we have not even won half FPS… If you play in Full HD or 2.5K, is it worth it to perform a good overclock to get the most out of it?

Consumption and temperature

Final words and conclusion about AMD Ryzen 5 2600X

The AMD Ryzen 5 2600X is one of the best processor AMD has ever made. With its 6 cores, 12 threads of execution, 3.6 GHz base frequency and 4.2 GHz turbo (not everything in its cores), 19 MB of cache and 2966 MHz memory support as standard. It makes it a very interesting option to follow.

As we have seen in our test bench, the differences between the AMD Ryzen 5 2600X and AMD Ryzen 7 2700X are not as pronounced in games as in synthetic tests. Only games demanding more processor processing outperforms the 2600X. But as a general rule they have a very interesting tug of war.

Does a platform change compensate? The differences between the AMD Ryzen 5 2600X and the AMD Ryzen 5 1600 with overclocking (We no longer have the 1600X) are not too significant to consider an update. But the thing changes if you want to mount a new PC and you are considering an Intel or AMD platform. For motherboard + CPU cost… we think AMD is a pretty attractive option, and that for tight budgets it is a great investment.

Note: We have passed all tests again, to have an updated database. Hopefully the effort is interesting to you.

At the overclock level it allows us to go up to 4.2 GHz in all its cores with good good compact liquid cooling. Of course, the voltage is somewhat high (1.36v to 1.39v) and I would only use this profile for very specific tasks. Keeping another more moderate 4100 or 4150 MHz below 1.35v?

As a negative point we did not like that your serial heatsink does not measure up to the frequency of stock. This already indicates that the debugging process is reaching the limit and would need the new Prism heatsink as standard.

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At the level of consumption and temperatures we can not complain. We have seen yet another slight improvement to the overall process, and we have yet another reason to purchase this new generation.

In short, if you are looking for a processor to play and work (multi-tasking) the AMD Ryzen 5 2600X is a great option for your new computer. It is not the evolution that every hardware lover expected, but this minimal improvement in frequency and consumption are two values ​​to consider. We do not expect great progress in the next generation (they will be another rehash almost 99%) but AMD is on the right track and it shows that the competition is taking it more seriously. Which clearly benefits final consumption, that is, us?

Currently we can find the AMD Ryzen 5 2600X in online stores for 225.90 euros. A great starting price for a great processor. What do you think about the AMD Ryzen 5 2600X? We want to know your opinion!

ADVANTAGE	TO IMPROVE
+ MUCH FASTER	-
+ IDEAL TO PLAY
+ COMPETE VERY WELL AGAINST INTEL PROCESSORS
+ LOWER CONSUMPTION
+ HIGHER OVERCLOCK CAPACITY

The Professional Review team awards you the gold medal and recommended product:

AMD Ryzen 5 2600X

YIELD YIELD - 84%

MULTI-THREAD PERFORMANCE - 89%

OVERCLOCK - 90%

PRICE - 88%

88%