AMD Ryzen 5 3500X

The AMD Ryzen 5 3500X is a solid chip for its target market and would make a nice addition for a collector, but enthusiasts should stick with AMD's retail models for the best mix of price and performance.

-- As reviewed by Tom's Hardware
AMD Ryzen 5 3500X 1

Product details

  • 3.6GHz Operating Frequency, AM4 Socket
  • Ryzen 5 series
  • AMD Boxed Desktop CPU
  • 3500X with 32MB L3 cache
  • 6 cores / 6 threads

PROS

+ Faster than comparable Ryzen models in some games
+ PCIe 4.0
+ Lower power consumption

CONS

- 'Limited' to OEM and SI markets
- Reduced performance in threaded applications
- High pricing in grey market

Expert reviews and ratings

By Tom's Hardware on April 29, 2020
The AMD Ryzen 5 3500X is a solid chip for its target market and would make a nice addition for a collector, but enthusiasts should stick with AMD's retail models for the best mix of price and performance.
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