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Jul 11, 2023 7:25 AM

Prime Members: AMD Ryzen 5 5600X 3.7GHz Unlocked Desktop Processor

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Amazon has for Prime Members: AMD Ryzen 5 5600X 3.7GHz Unlocked Desktop Processor w/ Wraith Stealth Cooler (Model 100-100000065BOX) for $133.08. Shipping is free.

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Features:
  • Socket AM4
  • 6-Core / 12 Threads
  • 3.7 GHz / Max Boost Clock 4.6 GHz
  • 65W
  • No Integrated Graphics

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Amazon has for Prime Members: AMD Ryzen 5 5600X 3.7GHz Unlocked Desktop Processor w/ Wraith Stealth Cooler (Model 100-100000065BOX) for $133.08. Shipping is free.

Thanks to Community Member n0p for finding this deal.

Features:
  • Socket AM4
  • 6-Core / 12 Threads
  • 3.7 GHz / Max Boost Clock 4.6 GHz
  • 65W
  • No Integrated Graphics

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Jul 12, 2023 2:24 PM
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gboy13Jul 12, 2023 2:24 PM
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How would this work for a TrueNAS server that also run's plex/pihole/ a few other VMs?
Jul 12, 2023 2:39 PM
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mariojmtzJul 12, 2023 2:39 PM
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Quote from gboy13 View quoted comment :
How would this work for a TrueNAS server that also run's plex/pihole/ a few other VMs?
I think it's a nice cpu, just pair it with a decent gpu for plex transcoding.
Jul 12, 2023 2:52 PM
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XamindarJul 12, 2023 2:52 PM
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Is this a worthwhile upgrade from my "Ryzen 5 2600"? I'm thinking not as it has the same amount of cores.
Jul 12, 2023 2:52 PM
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trzaJul 12, 2023 2:52 PM
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Quote from gboy13 View quoted comment :
How would this work for a TrueNAS server that also run's plex/pihole/ a few other VMs?
It would work great for everything but plex. I have a similar setup on a 3rd gen i7 that usually stays below 20% when I'm using it actively.

For Plex, you're probably 2 transcoding streams max with just the CPU. You'll want PlexPass and a dedicated video card. Many people run 8th gen or newer (I think) Intel CPUs if they're transcoding to avoid needing to install a video card in their NAS. Alternatively, I suppose you could do transcoding on the end user devices somehow.
Jul 12, 2023 2:56 PM
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trzaJul 12, 2023 2:56 PM
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Quote from Xamindar View quoted comment :
Is this a worthwhile upgrade from my "Ryzen 5 2600"? I'm thinking not as it has the same amount of cores.
its' like a 40% boost in processing power for $135. Unless you're itching to move into AM5 or an Intel platform seems like a good deal to me.
Jul 12, 2023 2:58 PM
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Krakn3DfxJul 12, 2023 2:58 PM
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Quote from Xamindar View quoted comment :
Is this a worthwhile upgrade from my "Ryzen 5 2600"? I'm thinking not as it has the same amount of cores.
It's going to depend on the game/underlying tech in the engine. Games like RDR2 will see maybe a 10-15% uplift with the same GPU because they rely heavily on a powerful GPU, but some games like GTA5 and God of War will see pretty massive increases due to their reliance on CPU power and feature sets. But yeah, if you can swing it, I would go with the 5700x for 180 that would offer 4 more threads and a higher peak core speed.

Also, if you just want to set it and forget it for the next 3-4 years, the 5800X3D for $277 is going to be your last stop for the AM4 platform and it's a beast.
Jul 12, 2023 2:58 PM
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bobbylightJul 12, 2023 2:58 PM
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Quote from Xamindar View quoted comment :
Is this a worthwhile upgrade from my "Ryzen 5 2600"? I'm thinking not as it has the same amount of cores.
Absolutely. For gaming especially. The difference is substantial.

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Jul 12, 2023 3:01 PM
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acmarks09Jul 12, 2023 3:01 PM
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Quote from Xamindar View quoted comment :
Is this a worthwhile upgrade from my "Ryzen 5 2600"? I'm thinking not as it has the same amount of cores.
Without any further context... It depends.
For normal remote work applications, your 2600 is fine.
If you are a gamer, it would be a very nice upgrade and worthwhile in my eyes.
What do you do with your pc? Holding on to your "older" hardware is absolutely fine as long as it works for you.
Jul 12, 2023 3:28 PM
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XamindarJul 12, 2023 3:28 PM
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Quote from acmarks09 View quoted comment :
Without any further context... It depends.
For normal remote work applications, your 2600 is fine.
If you are a gamer, it would be a very nice upgrade and worthwhile in my eyes.
What do you do with your pc? Holding on to your "older" hardware is absolutely fine as long as it works for you.
Mainly gaming, but it's been a while since I have used it because I got a steam deck last year. I just bought the RX 6700 XT deal and am thinking of upgrading this cpu as well.
Jul 12, 2023 3:29 PM
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grassonionJul 12, 2023 3:29 PM
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This or the 5700X for $170?
Jul 12, 2023 3:29 PM
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XamindarJul 12, 2023 3:29 PM
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Quote from Krakn3Dfx View quoted comment :
It's going to depend on the game/underlying tech in the engine. Games like RDR2 will see maybe a 10-15% uplift with the same GPU because they rely heavily on a powerful GPU, but some games like GTA5 and God of War will see pretty massive increases due to their reliance on CPU power and feature sets. But yeah, if you can swing it, I would go with the 5700x for 180 that would offer 4 more threads and a higher peak core speed.

Also, if you just want to set it and forget it for the next 3-4 years, the 5800X3D for $277 is going to be your last stop for the AM4 platform and it's a beast.
Nice, thank you for this information. It would be nice to maximize this AM4 board, with my next upgrade in the future being a new platform. I'll hold off on this cpu and look into the 5800X3D.
Jul 12, 2023 3:32 PM
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bobbylightJul 12, 2023 3:32 PM
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Quote from Xamindar View quoted comment :
Mainly gaming, but it's been a while since I have used it because I got a steam deck last year. I just bought the RX 6700 XT deal and am thinking of upgrading this cpu as well.
The difference would be immense between 2600 and 5600x with a 6700xt. Like up to 40% in some games or even more.
Jul 12, 2023 4:23 PM
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BradE17Jul 12, 2023 4:23 PM
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Quote from Xamindar View quoted comment :
Is this a worthwhile upgrade from my "Ryzen 5 2600"? I'm thinking not as it has the same amount of cores.
I've done this upgrade in a buddys pc for him and he got a huge fps boost in call of duty games on 1440p and 1080p with a 2070 super. That's all I tested, though.
Jul 12, 2023 5:06 PM
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myselfdotcomJul 12, 2023 5:06 PM
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Thoughts on upgrading from Ryzen 7 1700x to this? I'm planning to upgrade my gpu (currently rx 570) to 6650 xt or better.

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Jul 12, 2023 5:46 PM
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Nathan2016Jul 12, 2023 5:46 PM
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Quote from myselfdotcom View quoted comment :
Thoughts on upgrading from Ryzen 7 1700x to this? I'm planning to upgrade my gpu (currently rx 570) to 6650 xt or better.
If your motherboard can take zen 3 then sure, it's a big upgrade and a good price. Make sure your motherboard is compatible though.

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