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AMD Ryzen 5 1600X vs Intel Core i5 7500

AMD Ryzen 5 1600X Cpu
AMD Ryzen 5 1600X
Intel Core i5 7500 Cpu
Intel Core i5 7500
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Introduction Whenever Intel unveils a new generation of processors, enthusiasts tend to focus on the unlocked multiplier models because they're widely used in high-end gaming systems and provide a better indication of the microarchitecture's maximum performance. It's important to not overlook the non-K series, especially since most consumers feel intimidated by the notion of overclocking their processor beyond the default specification. While overclocking these days is a really simple process, doing it properly requires a patient approach through comprehensive stress testing. Whenever discussing the benefits of overclocking with people, I often get asked about the impact in regards to theRead more
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Full Comparison

General

AMD Ryzen 5 1600XAMD Ryzen 5 1600X
Intel Core i5 7500Intel Core i5 7500
Processor socketAM4LGA 1151
Component forPCPC
Operating modes64-bit64-bit

Processor

AMD Ryzen 5 1600XAMD Ryzen 5 1600X
Intel Core i5 7500Intel Core i5 7500
Clock speed3.6 GHz3.4 GHz
Max turbo speed4.0 GHz3.8 GHz
Number of cores64
Number of threads124
Thermal Design Power (TDP)95.0 W65.0 W
Processor lithography0.0 in0.0 in

Memory

AMD Ryzen 5 1600XAMD Ryzen 5 1600X
Intel Core i5 7500Intel Core i5 7500
Cache16 MB6 MB
Cache typeL3Smart Cache
Memory clock speeds supported by processor2667.0 MHz
  • 1333
  • 1600
  • 2133
  • 2400
Memory types supported by processorDDR4 SDRAM
  • DDR3L SDRAM
  • DDR4 SDRAM
Memory channelsDualDual

Thermals

AMD Ryzen 5 1600XAMD Ryzen 5 1600X
Intel Core i5 7500Intel Core i5 7500
Thermal specification203.0 °F212.0 °F

Features

AMD Ryzen 5 1600XAMD Ryzen 5 1600X
Intel Core i5 7500Intel Core i5 7500
Supported instruction sets
  • AES
  • AVX 2.0
  • AVX 2.0
  • SSE4.1
  • SSE4.2

Pros & Cons

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