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AMD

AMD Ryzen 5 9600 3.8 GHz desktop processor 100-100000718BOX

SKU CH-1AW5-MGETZ MPN 100-100000718BOX

Six-core desktop CPU running at 3.8 GHz with 5.20 GHz boost, 32 MB L3 cache, integrated Radeon graphics and DDR5 support up to 192 GB, cooled in the box

  • Product nameRyzen 5 9600 (3.8 GHz)
  • Maximum turbo clock5.2 GHz
  • Working frequency3.8 GHz
  • 6 cores handle multi-thread workloads efficiently
  • 20 GHz max turbo accelerates single-thread bursts
  • 32 MB L3 cache reduces latency for complex tasks
  • Integrated AMD Radeon Graphics drives displays without a discrete card
  • 4 nm process and 65 W TDP balance performance with power draw

What the Ryzen 5 9600 delivers

The AMD Ryzen 5 9600 is a hexa-core desktop processor built on a 4 nm process. It runs at a 3.8 GHz base frequency and can reach a 5.20 GHz maximum turbo frequency. Integrated AMD Radeon Graphics provide a display output without a separate graphics card. A box cooler is included in the package.

Suits mainstream builds not heavy workloads

Six cores and 32 MB of L3 cache handle gaming and everyday multitasking well. The 65 W power envelope keeps cooling requirements modest. Users who need higher core counts for rendering, compilation or heavy virtualization should consider processors with more cores.

DDR5 memory support up to 192 GB

The memory controller supports DDR5-SDRAM with a maximum capacity of 192 GB. This single specification determines whether the processor matches your planned memory configuration.

How it compares

Measured against everything we stock in Desktop Processors, at today’s prices. Recalculated every night.

Price $174.99
Pricier than about 56% of the 494 comparable items (median $149.99).
Maximum turbo clock 5.2 GHz
Higher than about 70% of the 246 comparable items (median 4.7 GHz).

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Specifications

Product
Brand nameAMD
Product lineRyzen 5
Product nameRyzen 5 9600 (3.8 GHz)
Performance
Working frequency3.8 GHz
Processor
Maximum turbo clock5.2 GHz
Size & build
Shipping weight4.54 kg
Package size508 × 457 × 381 mm

Questions about this item

Does the Ryzen 5 9600 3.8 GHz box include a cooler or must I buy one separately?

The retail box contains the processor and a stock AMD cooler, so no separate cooler purchase is required for standard operation.

Should I choose the 65 W 9600 or a higher-wattage model for a compact build?

The 9600 is rated at 65 W, making it the lower-power choice in the lineup and easier to cool in small-form-factor cases.

What does the 5.20 GHz max boost mean for everyday gaming and multitasking?

The 5.20 GHz single-core boost helps gaming frame rates and snappy application response, while the 6 cores and 32 MB L3 cache sustain multitasking throughput.

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