| Spec | Ryzen 5 5600X | Core i5-6600K |
|---|---|---|
| Performance | ||
| Total Cores | 6+50% | 4 |
| Threads | 12+200% | 4 |
| Boost Clock | 4.6 GHz+18% | 3.9 GHz |
| Base Clock | 3.7 GHz+6% | 3.5 GHz |
| Cache | ||
| L3 Cache | 32 MB+433% | 6 MB |
| L2 Cache | 3 MB+200% | 1 MB |
| Platform | ||
| Socket | AM4 | LGA1151 |
| Architecture | Vermeer | Skylake |
| Process Node | 7 nm | 14 nm |
| Memory Support | DDR4 | DDR4 |
| Max Memory | 128 GB+100% | 64 GB |
| PCIe Lanes | 24+50% | 16 |
| PCIe Version | 4+33% | 3 |
| Power | ||
| TDP | 65W+29% | 91W |
| Max Turbo Power | 88W+3% | 91W |
| Features | ||
| Unlocked | Yes | Yes |
| Cooler Included | Yes | No |
| Integrated GPU | No | Yes |
| iGPU Model | N/A | Intel HD Graphics 530 |
| Price | ||
| MSRP | $299 | $243+23% |
| Release Date | 2020-11-01 | 2015-08-05 |
