Power your desktop with a precision-balanced AMD Ryzen 5 3600 CPU paired with the Asus TUF B450M PRO GAMING motherboard. This bundle targets gamers and multi‑taskers who want solid 6‑core performance, great multi‑threaded throughput, and a compact, future‑friendly AM4 platform. Note: cooler is not included in this listing.

Key specifications

• CPU model: AMD Ryzen 5 3600 — 6 cores / 12 threads
• Base / Turbo frequency: 3.6 GHz base, up to 4.2 GHz turbo
• Socket: AM4; Package: 1331-pin lidded micro-PGA
• Architecture: Zen 2; Manufacturing: 7nm (0.007 micron) FinFET
• Cache: L1 6 × 32 KB (instruction + data), L2 6 × 512 KB, L3 32 MB total (2 × 16 MB)
• Memory: DDR4-3200, 2 memory channels
• PCIe: PCIe 4.0 interface (x16 on the CPU, plus I/O lanes on the platform)
• Power: TDP 65 W, unlocked clock multiplier for potential overclocking
• Other: SMT, AVX, AES, FMA3, and other mainstream instruction set extensions
• Introduction date: May 26, 2019 (announcement); July 7, 2019 (availability)

Bundle details

• Motherboard: Asus TUF B450M PRO GAMING (Micro‑ATX, AM4 socket) — designed to pair with Ryzen processors on the AM4 platform
• Cooling: This listing specifies a bundle without a cooler; boxed CPUs are available with a Wraith Stealth cooler on separate SKUs

Performance and use cases

• Excellent all‑around performance for modern gaming at 1080p and solid entry‑level multitasking, streaming, and content creation thanks to 6 cores and 12 threads.
• Zen 2 architectural efficiency delivers improved IPC (instructions per clock) and responsive system behavior, even during demanding workloads.
• Unlocked multiplier gives you headroom for modest overclocking on compatible motherboards, enabling tuned performance for your favorite titles and apps.
• Integrated PCIe 4.0 support on the CPU side unlocks faster storage and peripheral bandwidth when paired with a compatible motherboard and NVMe SSDs.

Why this Ryzen + B450 bundle stands out

• Balanced core count and thread count deliver strong multi‑thread performance for both gaming and productivity, without the premium of higher‑core Ryzen SKUs.
• Two‑channel DDR4 memory support and a capable mid‑range motherboard provide a solid upgrade path and expandability for a budget‑conscious build.
• The combination of Ryzen 5 3600’s efficiency, 7nm process, and PCIe 4.0 readiness on the platform helps future‑proof your system for upcoming games and software.

What to know before you buy

• This listing is for a CPU + motherboard bundle without a cooler; consider a compatible air or liquid cooler if you don’t already own one.
• The Ryzen 5 3600 is designed around the AM4 ecosystem with an unlocked multiplier, enabling straightforward overclocking on appropriate motherboards.
• CPU specifications include a 65 W TDP, 7nm process, and 2×16 MB L3 cache, delivering a strong balance of speed and efficiency for mainstream builds.