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  • Avg. price in UK: ~£130
  • Avg. price in US: ~$150
  • PassMark benchmark result: 12346
  • N. of physical cores: 6
  • CPU boost clock speed: 4.0 GHz

AMD Ryzen 5 2600E review. Compare 78 technical specifications and user reviews to see how it ranks among processors and if it is worth buying.

5.1

Overall score

What it is: An overall evaluation of the processor's quality, based on technical analyses and user reviews.

When it matters: When you need a quick reference to identify the best processors on the market.

Score components:

90.0%

5.1

Technical Score

10.0%

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User score

Good
5.1

Technical Score

What it is: An assessment of the processor's technical performance, covering key areas such as processing performance, core configuration, efficiency, platform support, integrated features, and thermal behavior.

When it matters: When you want to compare processors based on technical performance and available features.

Score components:

60.0%

4.3

Performance

18.0%

5.2

Cache & Architecture

10.0%

6.7

Memory & PCIe

7.0%

8.1

Power & Thermal

4.0%

8.6

Platform

1.0%

2.8

Integrated Graphics

Good
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User score

What it is: A rating that combines user reviews and the total number of reviews received by the processor.

When it matters: When you want to know how a processor performs in real workloads and how reliable it is for gaming, productivity, and efficiency according to user feedback.

Score components:

70.0%

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User reviews

30.0%

?

Popularity

  • 3.6
    Gaming

    Score components:

    30.0%

    3.7

    PassMark single-core benchmark score

    25.0%

    3.3

    Geekbench 6 single-core benchmark score

    20.0%

    4.6

    CPU boost clock speed

    17.0%

    3.3

    L3 cache

    8.0%

    2.6

    N. of physical cores

  • 2.4
    Video editing

    Score components:

    45.0%

    1.3

    Geekbench 6 multi-core benchmark score

    20.0%

    2.6

    N. of physical cores

    20.0%

    4.0

    CPU threads

    15.0%

    3.3

    L3 cache

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Verdict

The AMD Ryzen 5 2600E is a low-power desktop processor based on the 12nm Zen+ (Pinnacle Ridge) architecture, featuring 6 cores and 12 threads with a 3.1 GHz base clock and a boost frequency up to 4.0 GHz. Designed for high efficiency on the AM4 socket, it operates with a significantly reduced 45W TDP and includes 16MB of L3 cache while supporting dual-channel DDR4 memory up to 2667 MHz. Its primary advantages include excellent energy efficiency for compact or silent builds and strong multi-threaded performance for its power class; however, it lacks integrated graphics, has a locked multiplier that prevents traditional overclocking, and features slower single-core speeds and memory support compared to standard 65W Ryzen 2000 series models.

Technical Specifications of processor AMD Ryzen 5 2600E

Technical Score

What it is: An assessment of the processor's technical performance, covering key areas such as processing performance, core configuration, efficiency, platform support, integrated features, and thermal behavior.

When it matters: When you want to compare processors based on technical performance and available features.

Score components:

60.0%

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Performance

18.0%

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Cache & Architecture

10.0%

?

Memory & PCIe

7.0%

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Power & Thermal

4.0%

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Platform

1.0%

?

Integrated Graphics

5.1
AMD Ryzen 5 2600E has a technical score of 5.13 points, which is lower than that of 51.7% of products in this category.
User score

What it is: A rating that combines user reviews and the total number of reviews received by the processor.

When it matters: When you want to know how a processor performs in real workloads and how reliable it is for gaming, productivity, and efficiency according to user feedback.

Score components:

70.0%

0.0

User reviews

30.0%

1.0

Popularity

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Popularity
What it is: An indicator based on the number of reviews received by the processor.
When it matters: When you prefer to choose a processor reviewed and selected by many other buyers.
1.0
AMD Ryzen 5 2600E has a popularity of 1 points, which is higher than 0% of products in this category.
Ratio quality/price

What it is: An indicator that combines the processor's overall rating with its cost.

When it matters: When you are looking for a processor with a good balance between performance, efficiency, and price.

Score components:

60.0%

5.1

Overall score

40.0%

9.8

Price

6.5
AMD Ryzen 5 2600E has a quality-to-price ratio of 6.5 points, which is higher than 53% of products in this category.
Brand name
What it is: The manufacturer or brand of the product.
When it matters: When you prefer a specific ecosystem, support network, or design philosophy.

Importance: MEDIUM

AMD
Processor type
What it is: The kind of system the processor is built for, such as desktop PCs, laptops, workstations, or servers.
When it matters: When you want a processor meant for the kind of machine you are actually building or buying, rather than a chip aimed at a different class of system.

Importance: HIGH

desktop
AMD Ryzen 5 2600E belongs to the desktop processor class, which is more advanced than that of 56% of processors and equal to that of 37.9% of processors.
CPU socket
What it is: The physical socket the processor fits into on the motherboard.
When it matters: When you need to make sure the CPU can actually be installed on a specific motherboard.

Importance: HIGH

AM4
AMD Ryzen 5 2600E uses the AM4 CPU socket, which is newer than that of 76.3% of processors and equal to that of 9.7% of processors.
Chipset
What it is: The motherboard chipset families officially meant to work with the processor.
When it matters: When you are checking whether a CPU will work with the motherboard features and platform you plan to use.

Importance: HIGH

X570, B550, X470, B450, X370, B350, A320
AMD Ryzen 5 2600E supports X570, B550, X470, B450, X370, B350, A320 chipsets, which is broader compatibility than 71.1% of processors and equal to that of 0.6% of processors.
CPU architecture
What it is: The processor family or design generation behind the chip, such as Zen 4 or Raptor Lake.
When it matters: When you are comparing CPUs across generations and want a clearer sense of their design age, feature level, and expected performance class.

Importance: HIGH

x86-64
AMD Ryzen 5 2600E uses the x86-64 architecture, which is more advanced than that of 1.7% of processors and equal to that of 98.3% of processors.
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N. of physical cores
What it is: The number of physical CPU cores on the processor.
When it matters: When you run workloads that benefit from more real cores.

Importance: HIGH

Good value: 8+

6
AMD Ryzen 5 2600E has 6 CPU cores, which is more than 49.9% of processors and equal to 13.4% of processors.
CPU threads
What it is: The total number of processing threads the CPU can handle at once.
When it matters: When you run heavily threaded workloads or multitask a lot.

Importance: HIGH

Good value: 16+

12
AMD Ryzen 5 2600E offers 12 CPU threads, which is more than 55.1% of processors and equal to 14.1% of processors.
Threads per core
What it is: The number of threads each physical core can handle at once.
When it matters: When you want to understand how much thread-level parallelism each core can provide in multitasking or heavily threaded work.

Importance: MEDIUM

Good value: 2

2
AMD Ryzen 5 2600E offers 2 threads per core, which is more than 30.4% of processors and equal to 69.6% of processors.
CPU boost clock speed
What it is: The highest clock speed the processor can reach under boost conditions.
When it matters: When you care about peak speed in short bursts.

Importance: HIGH

Good value: >4.7 GHz

4.0 GHz
AMD Ryzen 5 2600E reaches a boost clock of 4.0 GHz which is lower than that of 59.8% of processors and equal to that of 5% of processors.
CPU base clock speed
What it is: The processor's normal all-core starting frequency before boost behavior raises clocks temporarily.
When it matters: When you care about steadier performance in longer workloads rather than short burst speed alone.

Importance: MEDIUM

6 x 3.1 GHz
AMD Ryzen 5 2600E has a base clock of 6x3.1 GHz which is equal to that of 100% of processors.
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Semiconductor size
What it is: The manufacturing process node used to produce the processor, usually expressed in nanometers.
When it matters: When efficiency, heat, and the relative modernity of the chip-making process matter to your comparison.

Importance: HIGH

Good value: <10 nm

12 nm
AMD Ryzen 5 2600E uses a 12 nm process node, which is more advanced than that of 49.3% of processors and equal to that of 2.9% of processors.
Foundry
What it is: The semiconductor manufacturer that physically fabricates the processor chip.
When it matters: When process source, manufacturing generation, or foundry differences matter to your comparison more than day-to-day performance alone.

Importance: MEDIUM

GlobalFoundries 12 nm
AMD Ryzen 5 2600E is built on the GlobalFoundries 12 nm foundry process, which is more advanced than that of 49.3% of processors and equal to that of 2.9% of processors.
L3 cache
What it is: The total amount of L3 cache available on the processor.
When it matters: When you want better performance in cache-sensitive workloads and games.

Importance: MEDIUM

Good value: >=16 MB

16 MB
AMD Ryzen 5 2600E has an L3 cache of 16 MB which is larger than that of 64.2% of processors and equal to that of 12.7% of processors.
L2 cache
What it is: The total amount of L2 cache available across the processor.
When it matters: When you want to compare CPU design efficiency and how much fast intermediate cache the cores have available.

Importance: MEDIUM

Good value: >=6 MB

3 MB
AMD Ryzen 5 2600E has an L2 cache of 3 MB which is larger than that of 50.2% of processors and equal to that of 4.4% of processors.
L1 cache
What it is: The total amount of L1 cache built into the processor, which sits closest to the cores.
When it matters: When you are comparing low-level CPU design details rather than the broader performance picture buyers usually notice first.

Importance: MEDIUM

Good value: >=512 KB

576 KB
AMD Ryzen 5 2600E has an L1 cache of 576 KB which is larger than that of 73.7% of processors and equal to that of 0.7% of processors.
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DDR memory version
What it is: The RAM generation the processor is designed to support, such as DDR4 or DDR5.
When it matters: When you need the CPU to match the kind of memory platform you want to buy or reuse.

Importance: MEDIUM

Good value: DDR5

DDR4
AMD Ryzen 5 2600E supports DDR DDR4, which is newer than that of 26.3% of processors and equal to that of 31.7% of processors.
Maximum memory speed
What it is: The highest official memory speed supported by the processor.
When it matters: When you choose RAM and want to know the supported speed ceiling.

Importance: HIGH

Good value: >=4800 MHz

2,933 MHz
AMD Ryzen 5 2600E supports memory speeds up to 2933 MHz, which is higher than that of 46.3% of processors and equal to 5.1% of processors.
Max memory speed (JEDEC)
What it is: The highest official RAM speed the processor supports under standard JEDEC settings, before any memory overclocking profiles are applied.
When it matters: When officially supported stock RAM speed matters more than XMP, EXPO, or manual memory tuning.

Importance: MEDIUM

Good value: >=5600 MHz

DDR4-2933 MHz
AMD Ryzen 5 2600E supports JEDEC memory speeds up to DDR4-2933 MHz, which is higher than that of 46.8% of processors and equal to 4% of processors.
Max memory speed (XMP / EXPO)
What it is: The highest memory speed supported through XMP or EXPO profiles.
When it matters: When you want faster RAM through memory profiles.

Importance: MEDIUM

Good value: >=5200 MHz

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Maximum memory capacity
What it is: The largest total amount of memory officially supported by the processor.
When it matters: When you plan a system with very large RAM capacity.

Importance: HIGH

Good value: >=128 GB

64 GB
AMD Ryzen 5 2600E supports up to 64 GB of memory, which is more than 28.4% of processors and equal to 27.6% of processors.
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Integrated graphics
What it is: Includes built-in graphics, so the system can output video without a separate graphics card.
When it matters: When you want the PC to work without a dedicated GPU, or you are building an office, media, compact, or troubleshooting-friendly system.

Importance: HIGH

no
AMD Ryzen 5 2600E does not include integrated graphics. 87.6% of processors include integrated graphics.
Integrated GPU model
What it is: The model name of the integrated graphics processor, if present.
When it matters: When you plan to use the CPU's built-in graphics.

Importance: MEDIUM

N/A
Integrated GPU execution units
What it is: The number of execution units available in the integrated graphics part of the processor.
When it matters: When you plan to rely on built-in graphics and want a better sense of its light gaming, display, or media capability.

Importance: MEDIUM

Good value: >=24

N/A
Integrated GPU base frequency
What it is: The base operating frequency of the integrated GPU.
When it matters: When integrated graphics performance matters to you.

Importance: MEDIUM

Good value: >=350 MHz

N/A
Integrated media encoders/decoders
What it is: The hardware media formats the processor can encode or decode directly.
When it matters: When you stream, edit video, or rely on hardware media acceleration.

Importance: LOW

N/A
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TDP (Thermal design power)
What it is: The rated thermal design power, which gives a general idea of cooling and power needs.
When it matters: When you choose a cooler or build in a tighter case.

Importance: HIGH

Good value: <30 W

45 W
AMD Ryzen 5 2600E has a TDP of 45 W which is lower than that of 39.9% of processors and equal to that of 11.4% of processors.
Base power (PL1)
What it is: The sustained power target used for longer CPU loads.
When it matters: When you choose cooling and power delivery for sustained workloads.

Importance: MEDIUM

Good value: <30 W

45 W
AMD Ryzen 5 2600E has a base power of 45 W which is lower than that of 39.7% of processors and equal to that of 11.6% of processors.
Boost power (PL2)
What it is: The short-term boost power limit the processor may draw under heavier turbo loads.
When it matters: When you size cooling and power delivery for peak turbo behavior.

Importance: MEDIUM

Good value: <50 W

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Tau (power duration limit)
What it is: The time limit the CPU can stay at higher boost power before dropping toward sustained power.
When it matters: When you want to understand turbo behavior under longer loads.

Importance: MEDIUM

Good value: <=28 s

N/A
Configurable TDP
What it is: Allows the processor to run in alternate power modes instead of being fixed to one default TDP target.
When it matters: When you want more control over heat, noise, and power draw in compact systems, quieter builds, or thermally limited machines.

Importance: LOW

yes
AMD Ryzen 5 2600E supports configurable TDP. 52.9% of processors support configurable TDP.
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AMD Ryzen 5 2600E vs the average processor

  • Unlocked for overclocking
    AMD Ryzen 5 2600E has an unlocked multiplier, the average processor does not.
    What it is: Has an unlocked CPU multiplier, which makes manual CPU overclocking much easier on supported platforms.
    When it matters: When you plan to push clock speeds beyond stock settings instead of leaving the processor completely at default behavior.

    Importance: MEDIUM

    AMD Ryzen 5 2600E has an unlocked multiplier, the average processor does not.
  • 8 more PCIe lanes
    AMD Ryzen 5 2600E has more PCIe lanes than the average processor (24 vs 16). The average processor offers 16 PCIe lanes.
    What it is: The number of PCIe lanes provided directly by the processor.
    When it matters: When you connect fast GPUs, SSDs, or expansion cards.

    Importance: HIGH

    Good value: >=20

    AMD Ryzen 5 2600E has more PCIe lanes than the average processor (24 vs 16). The average processor offers 16 PCIe lanes.24 vs 16
  • 55.8% more L3 per core
    AMD Ryzen 5 2600E has more L3 cache per core than the average processor (2.7 MB/core vs 1.714 MB/core). The average processor provides 1.714 MB/core of L3 cache per core.
    What it is: The amount of L3 cache effectively available per CPU core.
    When it matters: When you are comparing how much shared cache each core can draw on in deeper technical analysis.

    Importance: MEDIUM

    Good value: >=2 MB/core

    AMD Ryzen 5 2600E has more L3 cache per core than the average processor (2.7 MB/core vs 1.714 MB/core). The average processor provides 1.714 MB/core of L3 cache per core.2.67 MB/core vs 1.714 MB/core
  • Supports memory overclocking
    AMD Ryzen 5 2600E supports memory overclocking, the average processor does not.
    What it is: Allows memory speeds beyond official stock settings through manual tuning or profile-based overclocking.
    When it matters: When you want to push RAM performance higher than stock support allows, especially in enthusiast or gaming builds.

    Importance: MEDIUM

    AMD Ryzen 5 2600E supports memory overclocking, the average processor does not.
  • 5 °C lower CPU temperature
    AMD Ryzen 5 2600E has a lower CPU temperature than the average processor (95 °C vs 100 °C). The average processor runs at a CPU temperature of 100 °C.
    What it is: The reported operating temperature of the processor.
    When it matters: When you monitor thermals, cooling, or system stability.

    Importance: LOW

    Good value: <100 °C

    AMD Ryzen 5 2600E has a lower CPU temperature than the average processor (95 °C vs 100 °C). The average processor runs at a CPU temperature of 100 °C.95 °C vs 100 °C
  • Supports ECC memory
    AMD Ryzen 5 2600E supports ECC memory, the average processor does not.
    What it is: Can work with ECC memory, which helps detect and correct certain memory errors on supported platforms.
    When it matters: When long-term stability, uptime, or data integrity matter more than a basic consumer-style setup.

    Importance: MEDIUM

    AMD Ryzen 5 2600E supports ECC memory, the average processor does not.
  • Broader instruction support
    AMD Ryzen 5 2600E supports a broader instruction set than the average processor (MMX, SSE, SSE2, SSE3, SSSE3, SSE4A, SSE4.1, SSE4.2, AVX, AVX2, F16C, FMA3, AES, SHA, BMI1, BMI2, ABM vs MMX, SSE, SSE2, SSE3, SSSE3, SSE4A, SSE4.1, SSE4.2, AVX, AVX2, F16C, FMA3, AES, SHA).
    What it is: The supported CPU instruction sets and extensions.
    When it matters: When you run software that depends on specific CPU instructions.

    Importance: MEDIUM

    AMD Ryzen 5 2600E supports a broader instruction set than the average processor (MMX, SSE, SSE2, SSE3, SSSE3, SSE4A, SSE4.1, SSE4.2, AVX, AVX2, F16C, FMA3, AES, SHA, BMI1, BMI2, ABM vs MMX, SSE, SSE2, SSE3, SSSE3, SSE4A, SSE4.1, SSE4.2, AVX, AVX2, F16C, FMA3, AES, SHA).MMX, SSE, SSE2, SSE3, SSSE3, SSE4A, SSE4.1, SSE4.2, AVX, AVX2, F16C, FMA3, AES, SHA, BMI1, BMI2, ABM vs MMX, SSE, SSE2, SSE3, SSSE3, SSE4A, SSE4.1, SSE4.2, AVX, AVX2, F16C, FMA3, AES, SHA
  • 2x larger L3 cache
    AMD Ryzen 5 2600E has a higher L3 cache than the average processor (16 MB vs 8 MB). The average processor has L3 cache of 8 MB.
    What it is: The total amount of L3 cache available on the processor.
    When it matters: When you want better performance in cache-sensitive workloads and games.

    Importance: MEDIUM

    Good value: >=16 MB

    AMD Ryzen 5 2600E has a higher L3 cache than the average processor (16 MB vs 8 MB). The average processor has L3 cache of 8 MB.16 MB vs 8 MB
  • Broader instruction support
    AMD Ryzen 5 2600E supports a broader instruction set than the average processor (MMX, SSE, SSE2, SSE3, SSSE3, SSE4A, SSE4.1, SSE4.2, AVX, AVX2, F16C, FMA3, AES, SHA, BMI1, BMI2, ABM vs MMX, SSE, SSE2, SSE3, SSSE3, SSE4A, SSE4.1, SSE4.2, AVX, AVX2, F16C, FMA3, AES, SHA).
  • Modern CPU socket
    AMD Ryzen 5 2600E uses a more modern CPU socket than the average processor (AM4 vs FP2).
  • Unlocked for overclocking
    AMD Ryzen 5 2600E has an unlocked multiplier, the average processor does not.
  • 4 more CPU threads
    AMD Ryzen 5 2600E has more CPU threads than the average processor (12 vs 8). The average processor has 8 CPU threads.
  • 55.8% more L3 per core
    AMD Ryzen 5 2600E has more L3 cache per core than the average processor (2.7 MB/core vs 1.714 MB/core). The average processor provides 1.714 MB/core of L3 cache per core.
  • 2x larger L3 cache
    AMD Ryzen 5 2600E has a higher L3 cache than the average processor (16 MB vs 8 MB). The average processor has L3 cache of 8 MB.
  • 50% larger L1 cache
    AMD Ryzen 5 2600E has a higher L1 cache than the average processor (576 KB vs 384 KB). The average processor has L1 cache of 384 KB.
  • More advanced foundry
    AMD Ryzen 5 2600E uses a more advanced foundry process than the average processor (GlobalFoundries 12 nm vs Intel 14 nm).
  • 8 more PCIe lanes
    AMD Ryzen 5 2600E has more PCIe lanes than the average processor (24 vs 16). The average processor offers 16 PCIe lanes.
  • Supports memory overclocking
    AMD Ryzen 5 2600E supports memory overclocking, the average processor does not.
  • Supports ECC memory
    AMD Ryzen 5 2600E supports ECC memory, the average processor does not.
  • 5 °C lower CPU temperature
    AMD Ryzen 5 2600E has a lower CPU temperature than the average processor (95 °C vs 100 °C). The average processor runs at a CPU temperature of 100 °C.

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Platform
Performance
Cache & Architecture
Memory & PCIe
Power & Thermal
  • 2 year/s older release date
    AMD Ryzen 5 2600E has an older release date than the average processor (2,018 vs 2,020).
    September 2018
  • Older TPM support
    AMD Ryzen 5 2600E supports an older TPM version than the average processor (fTPM 2.0 vs PTT 2.0).
  • 75.2% lower multi-core score
    AMD Ryzen 5 2600E has a lower Geekbench 6 multi-core score than the average processor (1,187 vs 4,793). The average processor scores 4,793 in Geekbench 6 multi-core.
  • 19.3% lower single-core score
    AMD Ryzen 5 2600E has a lower Geekbench 6 single-core score than the average processor (1,187 vs 1,471). The average processor scores 1,471 in Geekbench 6 single-core.
  • 7% lower boost clock
    AMD Ryzen 5 2600E has a lower boost clock speed than the average processor (4 GHz vs 4.3 GHz). The average processor reaches boost clock speed of 4.3 GHz.
  • 7.5% weaker single-core performance
    AMD Ryzen 5 2600E has a lower PassMark single-core score than the average processor (2,297 vs 2,483). The average processor scores 2,483 in PassMark single-core.
  • Less advanced microarchitecture
    AMD Ryzen 5 2600E uses a less advanced microarchitecture than the average processor (Pinnacle Ridge vs Kaby Lake).
  • 7.9% larger die size
    AMD Ryzen 5 2600E has a higher die size than the average processor (192 mm² vs 178 mm²). The average processor has a die size of 178 mm².
  • No integrated graphics
    AMD Ryzen 5 2600E does not include integrated graphics, the average processor does.
  • 5 °C lower TJ Max
    AMD Ryzen 5 2600E has a lower TJ Max than the average processor (95 °C vs 100 °C). The average processor has a TJ Max of 100 °C.
  • 75.2% lower multi-core score
    AMD Ryzen 5 2600E has a lower Geekbench 6 multi-core score than the average processor (1,187 vs 4,793). The average processor scores 4,793 in Geekbench 6 multi-core.
    What it is: A Geekbench 6 score that reflects multi-core CPU performance in mixed modern workloads.
    When it matters: When you want a quick picture of multi-core speed in everyday mixed workloads, multitasking, and broadly optimized software.

    Importance: HIGH

    Good value: >8500

    AMD Ryzen 5 2600E has a lower Geekbench 6 multi-core score than the average processor (1,187 vs 4,793). The average processor scores 4,793 in Geekbench 6 multi-core.1,187 vs 4,793
  • 19.3% lower single-core score
    AMD Ryzen 5 2600E has a lower Geekbench 6 single-core score than the average processor (1,187 vs 1,471). The average processor scores 1,471 in Geekbench 6 single-core.
    What it is: A Geekbench 6 score that reflects single-core CPU performance in mixed modern workloads.
    When it matters: When you care about snappy everyday performance in lighter apps, browsing, office work, or tasks that do not scale well across many cores.

    Importance: HIGH

    Good value: >2000

    AMD Ryzen 5 2600E has a lower Geekbench 6 single-core score than the average processor (1,187 vs 1,471). The average processor scores 1,471 in Geekbench 6 single-core.1,187 vs 1,471
  • Less advanced microarchitecture
    AMD Ryzen 5 2600E uses a less advanced microarchitecture than the average processor (Pinnacle Ridge vs Kaby Lake).
    What it is: The internal core-design codename used for this processor generation.
    When it matters: When you are comparing CPUs at a deeper design level and want to identify the exact architecture behind marketing names.

    Importance: LOW

    AMD Ryzen 5 2600E uses a less advanced microarchitecture than the average processor (Pinnacle Ridge vs Kaby Lake).Pinnacle Ridge vs Kaby Lake
  • 7% lower boost clock
    AMD Ryzen 5 2600E has a lower boost clock speed than the average processor (4 GHz vs 4.3 GHz). The average processor reaches boost clock speed of 4.3 GHz.
    What it is: The highest clock speed the processor can reach under boost conditions.
    When it matters: When you care about peak speed in short bursts.

    Importance: HIGH

    Good value: >4.7 GHz

    AMD Ryzen 5 2600E has a lower boost clock speed than the average processor (4 GHz vs 4.3 GHz). The average processor reaches boost clock speed of 4.3 GHz.4.0 GHz vs 4.3 GHz
  • 5 °C lower TJ Max
    AMD Ryzen 5 2600E has a lower TJ Max than the average processor (95 °C vs 100 °C). The average processor has a TJ Max of 100 °C.
    What it is: The highest safe operating junction temperature before the CPU starts throttling or protecting itself.
    When it matters: When you tune cooling or monitor thermals under load.

    Importance: LOW

    Good value: >=100 °C

    AMD Ryzen 5 2600E has a lower TJ Max than the average processor (95 °C vs 100 °C). The average processor has a TJ Max of 100 °C.95 °C vs 100 °C
  • No integrated graphics
    AMD Ryzen 5 2600E does not include integrated graphics, the average processor does.
    What it is: Includes built-in graphics, so the system can output video without a separate graphics card.
    When it matters: When you want the PC to work without a dedicated GPU, or you are building an office, media, compact, or troubleshooting-friendly system.

    Importance: HIGH

    AMD Ryzen 5 2600E does not include integrated graphics, the average processor does.
  • 7.5% weaker single-core performance
    AMD Ryzen 5 2600E has a lower PassMark single-core score than the average processor (2,297 vs 2,483). The average processor scores 2,483 in PassMark single-core.
    What it is: A benchmark score that reflects single-core CPU performance.
    When it matters: When you care about responsiveness in lighter or older software.

    Importance: HIGH

    Good value: >3200

    AMD Ryzen 5 2600E has a lower PassMark single-core score than the average processor (2,297 vs 2,483). The average processor scores 2,483 in PassMark single-core.2,297 vs 2,483
  • 2 year/s older release date
    AMD Ryzen 5 2600E has an older release date than the average processor (2,018 vs 2,020).
    September 2018
    What it is: The launch date of the processor.
    When it matters: When you want a newer platform or longer expected support life.

    Importance: LOW

    Good value: >=2022

    AMD Ryzen 5 2600E has an older release date than the average processor (2,018 vs 2,020).2018 vs 2020
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What customers like about AMD Ryzen 5 2600E?

  • High energy efficiency with a low 45W TDP, making it ideal for compact Mini-ITX builds and home servers.
  • Capable multi-threading performance with 6 cores and 12 threads, suitable for parallel tasks like rendering and encoding.
  • Broad compatibility with a wide range of affordable and readily available AM4 motherboards.
  • Maintains competitive value in the budget-friendly segment for users needing more than four cores.
  • Includes an unlocked multiplier, allowing for potential performance gains through overclocking.

What customers dislike about AMD Ryzen 5 2600E?

  • Outdated Zen+ architecture that lags significantly behind newer generations in single-core performance.
  • Lower base (3.1GHz) and turbo (3.75GHz) clock speeds compared to the standard Ryzen 5 2600 model.
  • Lack of PCIe 4.0 support, which can limit the potential bandwidth of modern NVMe SSDs and newer GPUs.
  • Limited upgrade path as newer Ryzen 7000 and 8000 series processors require the AM5 socket.
  • May struggle as a bottleneck in newer, more demanding game releases.

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cpubenchmark.net
29/03/2026
AMD Ryzen 5 2600E - CPU Benchmarks

The AMD Ryzen 5 2600E is a 6-core, 12-thread Zen+ processor for the AM4 socket with a 65W TDP, providing solid mid-range performance, a 3.1 GHz base clock, and 4.0 GHz boost. Its primary strengths include efficient multi-threaded performance, a generous 16MB L3 cache, and an unlocked multiplier for overclocking. Key drawbacks include an approximately 6% lower multi-threaded...Read more

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valid.x86.fr
29/03/2026
CPU-Z Benchmark for AMD Ryzen 5 2600E (2T)

This CPU-Z validation highlights an Intel Core i7-13700K on an ASRock Z790 Pro RS, paired with 32GB of 6000MHz DDR5 RAM and an NVIDIA RTX 4070 Ti. The system delivered a high-end single-thread score of 864.4 and a multi-thread score of 12,442.2 on Windows 11. Key advantages include exceptional single-core speed for gaming, strong multi-threaded performance for productivity, and the...Read more

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valid.x86.fr
Mars 2026
CPU-Z Benchmark for AMD Ryzen 5 2600E (2T)

The CPU-Z benchmark for the Intel Core i7-10700K on an ASRock Z490 Steel Legend shows a highly stable, high-performance configuration, featuring 8 cores and 16 threads running at a boost frequency of 5.1 GHz. Paired with 32GB of DDR4-3600 RAM, this setup demonstrates excellent single-core speed for gaming and reliable multi-threaded performance. However, the system faces limitations...Read more

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