The Ryzen 5 3600 is a 6-core 12-thread CPU that is based on Zen 2 architecture. It has a base clock speed of 3.6GHz and a boost clock speed of 4.2GHz. It uses an AM4 Type socket.
It is the best choice for most 1080p gamers. In terms of performance in games, you get a similar FPS as that of the Intel i7 8700K processor. It is also a great choice for video editing and rendering.
When you pair it with the GTX 1660 Ti or GTX 1660 Super, you can easily hit 100+ FPS in most esports games without even lowering the graphics settings. Most older AAA games run at 60 FPS with some tweaks here and there.
The Ryzen 5 3600 has a TDP rating of only 65W making it a power-efficient CPU. It also comes with a Wraith Stealth cooler which is efficient and quiet. Unless you plan on overclocking your CPU, you won’t need an additional CPU cooler. This reduces your overall cost offering you a better value for money.
I had nothing but good things to say about the Ryzen 5 3600 when it was first released. Even in 2021, my opinion of it didn’t change much. It is still an excellent CPU for those looking for a powerful CPU at a reasonable price.
The combo of the Ryzen 5 3600 and GTX 1660 Ti or GTX 1660 Super is the perfect 1080p budget gaming setup in 2021.