Ryzen 5 2600X vs Ryzen 7 2700X
The Ryzen 7 2700X is about 3% faster for gaming.
Verdict
- Performance index: the Ryzen 7 2700X is 3% faster (36 vs 35).
- Cores: Ryzen 7 2700X has 8 vs 6.
- Power (TDP): Ryzen 5 2600X 95 W, Ryzen 7 2700X 105 W; the Ryzen 5 2600X delivers 7% more performance per watt.
- Platform: both use socket AM4.
Specs
| Spec | Ryzen 5 2600X | Ryzen 7 2700X |
|---|---|---|
| Performance index | 35 | 36 |
| Brand / series | AMD Ryzen 2000 | AMD Ryzen 2000 |
| Released | 2018 | 2018 |
| Cores | 6 | 8 |
| Threads | 12 | 16 |
| Base clock | 3.6 GHz | 3.7 GHz |
| Boost clock | 4.2 GHz | 4.3 GHz |
| Power (TDP) | 95 W | 105 W |
| Socket | AM4 | AM4 |