Ryzen 5 9600 vs Ryzen 5 9600X
The Ryzen 5 9600X is about 3% faster for gaming.
Verdict
- Performance index: the Ryzen 5 9600X is 3% faster (70 vs 68).
- Cores: both have 6.
- Power (TDP): Ryzen 5 9600 65 W, Ryzen 5 9600X 65 W.
- Age: the Ryzen 5 9600 is 1 year newer (2025 vs 2024).
- Platform: both use socket AM5.
Specs
| Spec | Ryzen 5 9600 | Ryzen 5 9600X |
|---|---|---|
| Performance index | 68 | 70 |
| Brand / series | AMD Ryzen 9000 | AMD Ryzen 9000 |
| Released | 2025 | 2024 |
| Cores | 6 | 6 |
| Threads | 12 | 12 |
| Base clock | 3.8 GHz | 3.9 GHz |
| Boost clock | 5.2 GHz | 5.4 GHz |
| Power (TDP) | 65 W | 65 W |
| Socket | AM5 | AM5 |