AMD

AMD Ryzen 5 2600X Pinnacle Ridge 3.6GHz 16MB Cache AM4 CPU Desktop Processor Boxed

Name: AMD Ryzen 5 2600X Pinnacle Ridge 3.6GHz 16MB Cache AM4 CPU Desktop Processor Boxed
Brand: AMD
SKU: B07KY8HK5J

Status: AMD Ryzen 5 2600X Pinnacle Ridge 3.6GHz 16MB…: Unavailable on Amazon as of 2026-10-20 22:17 UTC. SpecPicks has no in-stock listing with matching specs on file; the search below lists current offers. eBay sellers may still list this model new or used.

🛒 Search eBay for this model

Bottom line: The AMD Ryzen 5 2600X Pinnacle Ridge 3.6GHz 16MB Cache AM4 CPU Desktop: 3.6GHz base clock for everyday desktop, productivity and gaming work; main trade-off: pinnacle Ridge is an older Ryzen generation; newer AM4 chips outpace it.

Unavailable on Amazon as of 2026-10-20 22:17 UTC

As an Amazon Associate, SpecPicks earns from qualifying purchases. Full disclosure →

Currently unavailable on Amazon. Not the same product — 3 in-stock alternatives:

Similar: Empowered PC AMD Ryzen 7 8700F 8-Core Desktop… — $199.99 on Amazon as of 2026-10-21 10:19 UTC (price may vary).

View Current Price — $199.99

Similar: Micro Center AMD Ryzen 5 5600X3D Vermeer AM4… — $219.99 on Amazon as of 2026-10-21 10:15 UTC (price may vary).

View Current Price — $219.99

Similar: AMD Ryzen 7 5700X3D R7 CPU Socket AM4 Zen 3 96MB… — $388.00 on Amazon as of 2026-10-21 04:13 UTC (price may vary).

View Current Price — $388.00

Original listing (currently unavailable) → Compare to similar processors

By Mike Perry, Founder & Editor-in-Chief · Listing data updated 2026-10-20

Mike Perry — Hardware researcher since 2014, focused on GPU performance across gaming, rendering, and local-LLM inference. Synthesises community benchmarks, manufacturer specs, and public forum data into actionable buying guides. About the author →

Pros & Cons

Pros

✓ 3.6GHz base clock for everyday desktop, productivity and gaming work
✓ 16MB cache for cache-sensitive games and applications
✓ Wraith Spire cooler in the box, so no separate cooler is required
✓ Fits AM4 socket motherboards, a platform with wide board choice
✓ Official 2933MHz memory support and 576KB total L1 cache

Cons

✗ Pinnacle Ridge is an older Ryzen generation; newer AM4 chips outpace it
✗ Official memory spec stops at 2933MHz; faster kits may run below rated speed
✗ Stock Wraith Spire may be marginal for sustained heavy loads or overclocking
✗ AM4 only: no path to AM5 boards or DDR5 memory

Manufacturer description

AMD Ryzen 5 2600X Processor with Wraith Spire Cooler. System Memory Specification 2933MHz. Total L1 Cache : 576KB.

SpecPicks Verdict

SpecPicks scored AMD Ryzen 5 2600X Pinnacle Ridge 3.6GHz 16MB Cache AM4 CPU Desktop… using a rating × review-volume × price-fit model applied to our editorial and benchmark analysis across the processors category. AMD's processors lineup sits within the broader category mid-tier; price and specs are the deciding factors over brand loyalty here. Judge it on the specification table and the price rather than on sentiment: check the figures that decide your use case, then put it side-by-side with two or three close alternatives in the Compare tool before clicking through.

Common buyer scenarios for processors of this kind: matching it to an existing build, replacing a failing part, or upgrading from a previous-generation equivalent. Check the spec table below against your current setup — particularly socket / form-factor / power-rating fields — and confirm compatibility on the retailer's listing before purchase. Prices and stock are set by the retailer and may have moved since this page was last updated.

Video review

(4.3Ghz) R7 2700X vs R5 2600X vs R5 2400G | Tested 14 Games | — For Gamers on YouTube

Full Specifications

ASIN	B07KY8HK5J
Brand	AMD
CPU Model	Ryzen 5
CPU Speed	3.6 GHz
CPU Socket	Socket AM4
Item Weight	14.1 ounces
Manufacturer	AMD
Model Number	YD260XBCAFMAX
CPU Manufacturer	AMD
Item model number	YD260XBCAFMAX
Product Dimensions	1.97 x 1.97 x 1.97 inches
Date First Available	November 29, 2018
Is Discontinued By Manufacturer	No

Performance Data

View gaming FPS, AI inference throughput, and synthetic scores for the Ryzen 5 2600X — the core hardware component in this product. Benchmarks sourced from TechPowerUp, PassMark, and the r/LocalLLaMA community.

Ready to buy?

Amazon shows no buyable offer for AMD Ryzen 5 2600X Pinnacle Ridge 3.6GHz 16MB… at the last check. A similar in-stock product is Empowered PC AMD Ryzen 7 8700F 8-Core Desktop…. SpecPicks earns a small commission on qualifying purchases — thank you for supporting independent review work.

View Similar — $199.99