Amazon offers the AMD Ryzen 5 2600 Processor with Wraith Stealth Cooler for $159.99 shipped. Also at Newegg. This matches our last mention and is a new all-time low at Amazon. Whether you’re building a new PC like we did in our budget gaming machine below, or upgrading an existing computer, the Ryzen 5 2600 CPU is a great 6-core 12-thread option that can handle just about anything you throw at it. Early reviews at Amazon for AMD’s latest CPU are great, and the Ryzen platform is well-rated.
Also on sale should you want AMD’s last-generation offering (due to motherboard limitations or budget) is the Ryzen 5 1600 Processor for $149.99 shipped (Reg. $160+). Rated 4.6/5 stars.
Ryzen 5 2600 Processor features:
- 2nd Gen Ryzen
- 6 core/12 thread
- AMD StoreMI Technology
- AMD SenseMI Technology
- AMD Ryzen Master Utility
- Socket AM4
- Max Boost Frequency 3.9 GHz
- DDR4 Support
- Unlocked Processor
- Thermal Design Power 65W
- AMD Wraith Stealth Cooler Included
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