AMD Ryzen 5 1600X 6 Core / 12 Thread CPU Review With ASRock X370 Killer SLI AM4 Motherboard

ASRock X370 Killer SLI AC Board - CPU Performance Tests

X264 HD Encode Benchmark

This benchmark measures the encoding performance of the processor. It offers a standardized benchmark since the clip as well as the encoder used is uniform.

Cinebench R15

Cinebench is a real-world cross platform test suite that evaluates your computer’s performance capabilities. Cinebench is based on MAXON’s award-winning animation software Cinema 4D, which is used extensively by studios and production houses worldwide for 3D content creation. MAXON software has been used in blockbuster movies such as Iron Man 3, Oblivion, Life of Pi, Prometheus and many more.

Cinebench R11.5

Cinebench is based on Maxon’s Cinema 4D. It is used to compare graphics as well as processor performance. We are using the CPU performance numbers for our comparison.

PCMark 8

PCMark 8 is a complete PC benchmarking solution for Windows 10. It includes several tests that combine individual workloads covering storage, computation, image and video manipulation, web browsing and gaming. Specifically designed for the full range of PC hardware from netbooks and tablets to notebooks and desktops, PCMark 8 offers complete Windows PC performance testing for home and business use.

POV-Ray

The POV-Ray package includes detailed instructions on using the ray-tracer and creating scenes. Many stunning scenes are included with POV-Ray so you can start creating images immediately when you get the package.

3DMark Vantage CPU Performance

3DMark Vantage is a DirectX 10 video card benchmark test for Windows that is designed to measure your PC’s gaming performance. While the overall benchmark is great, the utility also provides a good indication of the CPU performance.

WinRAR

WinRAR is a powerful archive manager. It can back up your data and reduce the size of email attachments, decompress RAR, ZIP and other files downloaded from the Internet and create new archives in RAR and ZIP file format.

SuperPI

Super PI is used by many overclockers to test the performance and stability of their computers. In the overclocking community, this standard program provides a benchmark for enthusiasts to compare “world record” pi calculation times and to demonstrate their overclocking abilities. The program can also be used to test the stability of a certain overclock speed.

HandBrake

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9.2

WCCFTECH RATING

AMD has built a disruptive platform with Ryzen and AM4 with the new Ryzen 5 1600X plus ASRock X370 Killer SLI AC showcasing a powerful bond in multi-tasking applications and competitive gaming potential.

Pros

• Very Competitive Pricing (Both CPU and Board)
• Very Good Multi-tasking Performance (CPU)
• 14nm Process Allows For Cool and Efficient Operation (CPU)
• Platform Cost Low Compared To Intel's Offerings
• 6 Core, 12 Threads In The Price Bracket of Non-Threaded Intel Quad Cores (CPU)
• ASRock Packs Lots of great features on the board
• Wireless (AC) connectivity under $150 US
• X370 Chipset With Nice VRM Design For Overclocking Ryzen CPUs
• Dual M.2 Slots For Multiple NVMe SSD Support
• Up To 64 GB DDR4 Memory Support
• CrossFire and SLI Capable Motherboard

Cons

• Gaming Performance Not On Par With Competition
• Limited Overclocking Potential on Ryzen Processors
• AM4 Motherboards Not Compatible With High Speed DDR4 DIMMs (yet)
• Not many applications optimized for Ryzen Processors
• No integrated graphics across all Ryzen Processors

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