| Spec | Ryzen 5 1600 | Core i5-6600K |
|---|---|---|
| Performance | ||
| Total Cores | 6+50% | 4 |
| Threads | 12+200% | 4 |
| Boost Clock | 3.6 GHz | 3.9 GHz+8% |
| Base Clock | 3.2 GHz | 3.5 GHz+9% |
| Cache | ||
| L3 Cache | 16 MB+167% | 6 MB |
| L2 Cache | 3 MB+200% | 1 MB |
| Platform | ||
| Socket | AM4 | |
| LGA1151 |
| Architecture | Summit Ridge | Skylake |
| Process Node | 14 nm | 14 nm |
| Memory Support | DDR4 | DDR4 |
| Max Memory | 64 GB | 64 GB |
| PCIe Lanes | 20+25% | 16 |
| PCIe Version | 3 | 3 |
| Power | ||
| TDP | 65W+29% | 91W |
| Max Turbo Power | 65W+29% | 91W |
| Features | ||
| Unlocked | Yes | Yes |
| Cooler Included | Yes | No |
| Integrated GPU | No | Yes |
| iGPU Model | N/A | Intel HD Graphics 530 |
| Price | ||
| MSRP | $219+10% | $243 |
| Release Date | 2017-03-02 | 2015-08-05 |