Ryzen 5 7600x vs Ryzen 5 5600x [Gaming & Productivity]

Amongst AMD’s Ryzen 5 lineup, we have the latest Ryzen 5 7600x. It’s only natural that we find out how much of an improvement it is over their last-gen 6-core CPU, the AMD Ryzen 5 5600x. In this Ryzen 5 7600x vs Ryzen 5 5600x CPU comparison, we’ll be finding the differences in performance out of both CPUs in gaming as well as productivity benchmarks.    

Key Takeaways

• Beginning with the architectural differences, the Ryzen 7 7600X and Ryzen 5 5600X are constructed using Raphael and Vermeer, respectively.
• There was around a 10.7% difference in performance between the 7600x and 5600x in our tests at 1080p, with the newer chip having the advantage.
• The Ryzen 5 5600x is around $65 cheaper than the Ryzen 5 7600x as of the time of writing this article.

Table Comparison

Technical Specs	Ryzen 5 7600x	Ryzen 5 5600x
Socket	AMD Socket AM5	AMD Socket AM4
Codename	Raphael	Vermeer
ECC Memory	Yes	No
PCI-Express	Gen 5, 24 Lanes (CPU only)	Gen 4, 20 Lanes
Bundled Cooler	NA	Wraith Stealth
Number of Cores	6	6
Number of Threads	12	12
Thermal design power TDP	105 W	65 W
Integrated Graphics	Radeon Graphics	NA
Release Date	Sep 27th, 2022	Nov 5th, 2020
Best Motherboards	Best Motherboards For Ryzen 5 7600X	Best Motherboard for Ryzen 5 5600X
Best Cooler	Best CPU Coolers For Ryzen 5 7600x	Best CPU Coolers for Ryzen 5 5600X

Architectural Differences

1. Process Node: The newer 7000 series of Ryzen processors use a more advanced 5nm processing node, while the Ryzen 5 5600x uses a 7nm processing node, which was very advanced when it was released.
2. Clock Speed: The Ryzen 5 7600x has a base clock of 4.7GHz, with a boost of up to 5.3GHz. The Ryzen 5 5600x had a much lower floor at 3.7GHz, which could go up to 4.6GHz.
3. L3 Cache: Both processors use the same 32MB L3 cache in their architectures.
4. Memory Support: The newer Ryzen processors exclusively support a newer DDR5 memory standard, while the 5600x exclusively supports DDR4 memory.

Gaming Benchmarks 

With the specifications out of the way, we can finally compare the AMD Ryzen 5 7600x and AMD Ryzen 5 5600x performance in games. To make sure that these processors are pushed to their limits, we have constructed a carefully pieced-together test bench that will leave only the CPU as the potential bottleneck of the system.

Test PC 

• CPU: AMD Ryzen 5 7600x / AMD Ryzen 5 5600x   
• GPU: MSI GeForce RTX 3090 Ti X Gaming Trio 
• Motherboard (AM5): Gigabyte AORUS X670E Master  
• Motherboard (AM4): MSI X570S Carbon Wi-Fi 
• RAM (AM5): 32GB DDR5-6000 CL30 
• RAM (AM4): 32GB DDR4-3200 CL14 
• SSD: Sabrent Rocket 4 Plus G 2TB
• Case: NZXT H700I 
• CPU Cooler: Arctic Liquid Freezer II 360
• Operating System: Windows 11
• Resolution: 1080p

Marvel’s Spider-Man Remastered

• Kicking off this comparison, Marvel’s Spiderman ran around 26% better on the newer processor. It had an average framerate of 157 FPS, whereas the 5600x had an average framerate of 124 FPS.
• The 1% lows were around 105 FPS for the 7600x, while the 5600x had lows of around 92 FPS. The results of our tests showed the 7600x to be much smoother than its predecessor.

Microsoft Flight Simulator

• In our test of MS Flight Sim 2020, the 7600X had an average framerate of 102 FPS, which was around 14% higher than the average of the 5600x at 89 FPS.
• The 1% lows were almost the same between the two processors, with the 7600x hanging around 68 FPS, while the 5600x had minimums of 67 FPS.

Total War: Warhammer III

• Total War: Warhammer III had an average framerate of 198 FPS on the 7600x, whereas the Ryzen 5 5600x had an average framerate of closer to 191 FPS. This marked a small 3.6% higher performance for the 7900x in this game.
• The 1% lows showed a large difference between the two processors, with 5600x getting lows of around 123 FPS, while the 7600x had lows closer to 198 FPS.

Halo Infinite

• The average framerate of the Ryzen 5 7600x was around 129 FPS in our test of Halo Infinite, whereas the 5600x was way behind with an average of 98 FPS, which was around 31.5% lower than that of the 7600x.
• The 1% lows did not share as drastic of a difference. The 7600x had lows of 77 FPS, while the 5600x had lows closer to 66 FPS.

Call of Duty: Warzone

• Call Of Duty Warzone ran pretty much the same on both CPUs, indicating that it is a more GPU-heavy title. The average framerate of the 5600x was 243 FPS, which was surprisingly a bit higher than the 238 FPS average of the 7600x.
• The newer CPU regained its throne in terms of 1% lows, with a framerate of around 198 FPS, while the 5600x had a minimum framerate of around 189 FPS.

Apex Legends

• The performance of the 7600x was higher in our test of Apex Legends as well, with an average framerate of 240 FPS, while the 5600x had a lower framerate of 232 FPS. This converts to the newer chip being only 3% faster.
• The 1% lows were higher on the older processor, around 188 FPS. In contrast, the 7600x could only manage a minimum of 180 FPS.

Fortnite

• Our test of Fortnite showed a rather large difference between the two processors. The 5600x was around 12% behind with an average framerate of 327 FPS, while the 7600x had an average framerate of 369 FPS.
• The 1% lows were once again higher on the older processor, around 237 FPS, while the 7600x had lows of 225 FPS.

Watch Dogs: Legion

• Finally, to round out our comparison, we tested Watch Dogs: Legion. The newer processor had quite a lead in this game, with an average framerate of 139 FPS, while the 5600x was 21% slower, with an average framerate of 115 FPS.
• The 1% lows had a similar difference between the two, with the Ryzen 5 5600x having lows of 86 FPS, while the lows of the 7600x were around 105 FPS.

Overall Gaming Performance

On average, the Ryzen 5 7600x had a framerate of 196 FPS, which is substantially higher than the 177 FPS average that the older processor could manage during our gaming tests. This equates to a 10.7% advantage for the newer chip.

As for 1% lows, the average of the 7600x fell around 138 FPS, which is, again, notably higher than the 122 FPS we had as an average for the minimums of the 5600x.

TDP

When we stress-tested both processors to find out their power consumption, the Ryzen 5 7600x took back 228 watts of power, while the Ryzen 5 5600x only took 156 watts. Despite the newer, more efficient processing nodes, the 7600x was much more power-hungry. The higher power consumption would be justified due to its significantly higher performance if the delta was not as big as it is.

The much higher power consumption of the 7600x might come with the cost of a new power supply and a higher electricity bill.

Price And Availability

The going price of the Ryzen 5 7600x is around $220, whereas the Ryzen 5 5600x can be had for a dirt cheap $156. Remember that the 7600x is based on a completely new platform, which can substantially add to the cost.

As for availability, both of these processors enjoyed a global release, so they should be stocked up at retail stores worldwide.

What We Recommend

Now that we have compared both processors in terms of architecture, gaming performance, and price, this part of the Ryzen 5 7600x vs Ryzen 5 5600x comparison will boil down our verdict to its essentials.

Starting with the more accessible of the two, the Ryzen 5 5600x. Some people might look at the performance difference between this processor and the newer ones and think of this as a weak CPU, but you can get quite a lot done with it. As you go up in resolution, the dependency of the framerate on your CPU goes down, making the newer processors nearly identical to it in performance at 4k and 1440p. If you are looking for a powerful, power-efficient, and cheap processor, the Ryzen 5 5600x will suit your needs nicely.

On the other hand, the Ryzen 5 7600x brings excellent improvements over its predecessor. It is a reality that this chip is noticeably more expensive at the moment, but it might be worth it for people looking for an upgrade path, as well as extra performance.

Pros And Cons

AMD Ryzen 5 7600x		AMD Ryzen 5 5600x
Pros	Cons	Pros	Cons
-Significantly higher performance -Longer upgrade path	-Higher platform and processor price -Higher power consumption	-Low power consumption -Very low price	-Noticeably lower performance at 1080p

[wsfq]What PCIe generation does the Ryzen 5 7600x use?[/wsfq] [wsfa]The Ryzen 5 7600x uses PCIe Gen 5, with up to 24 lanes of connections.[/wsfa] [wsfq]Does the Ryzen 5 7600x have onboard graphics?[/wsfq] [wsfa]Like all other Ryzen 7000 series chips, the Ryzen 5 7600x also has onboard graphics.[/wsfa] [wsfq]How much older is the Ryzen 5 5600x than the Ryzen 5 7600x?[/wsfq] [wsfa]The Ryzen 5 5600x was released around two years prior to the 7600x.[/wsfa]

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