Priced at an affordable $230, AMD's Ryzen 5 2600X is targeted at a larger market than the Ryzen 7 2700X. The processor still comes with 6 cores and 12 threads, matching the best Intel has to offer.
Solid performance improvements; Scales well with multi-threaded apps; More cores and threads than competing Intel parts; Unlocked CPU multiplier; Supports existing AM4 motherboards; CPU cooler included; Soldered IHS
Single-threaded performance still lower than Intel's; Limited overclocking potential; Memory still a bit more problematic than on Intel; Lacks integrated graphics