Atom C3758 vs Ryzen 5 3600

CPU

GPU

Atom C3758

8 Cores8 Thrd25 WWMax: 2.2 GHz2017

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Ryzen 5 3600

6 Cores12 Thrd65 WWMax: 4.2 GHz2019

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Atom C3758 vs Ryzen 5 3600 Performance Spectrum

Atom C3758

8 / 8

4,614

0.0%

17,685

+283.3%

Ryzen Threadripper 9960X

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PassMark CPU Mark evaluates processor speed through complex mathematical computations. It provides a reliable metric to compare multi-core performance, where higher scores indicate faster processing for multitasking, gaming, and heavy workloads.

Atom C3758 vs Ryzen 5 3600 FPS Benchmarks

Predicted gaming performance across popular games. Tested paired with GeForce RTX 5090 to isolate CPU performance.

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Atom C3758 vs Ryzen 5 3600: Pros, Cons & Final Verdict

See where each CPU makes more sense in practice: gaming, heavier work, platform cost, power draw, and upgrade path.

Atom C3758

2017

Why buy it

✅+26.4% higher Geekbench multi-core.
✅Draws 25W instead of 65W, a 40W reduction.

Trade-offs

❌Worse for gaming: lower average FPS than Ryzen 5 3600 across 50 shared CPU benchmark tests.
❌Smaller total L3 cache (16 MB vs 32 MB).
❌No boxed cooler included, unlike Ryzen 5 3600.

Ryzen 5 3600

2019

Why buy it

✅Better for gaming: +98.8% higher average FPS across 50 shared CPU benchmark tests.
✅+100% larger total L3 cache (32 MB vs 16 MB).
✅50% more PCIe lanes (24 vs 16) for storage and expansion-heavy builds.
✅Includes a boxed cooler (Yes), unlike Atom C3758.

Trade-offs

❌Lower Geekbench multi-core (1,898 vs 2,400).
❌Launch MSRP is still $199 MSRP, while Atom C3758 mostly shows up through inconsistent older-market listings.
❌160% higher power demand at 65W vs 25W.

Quick Answers

So, is Ryzen 5 3600 better than Atom C3758?

It depends on what you want from the system. For gaming, Ryzen 5 3600 is ahead with a 98.8% average FPS lead across 50 shared CPU game tests in our data. For rendering, compiling, streaming, and heavier multitasking, Atom C3758 pulls ahead with 26.4% better Geekbench multi-core. Ryzen 5 3600 also has the bigger cache pool with 100% larger total L3 cache (32 MB vs 16 MB).

Which one is better for streaming, content creation, and heavy multitasking?

For streaming, content creation, and heavier multitasking, Atom C3758 is the stronger fit. You are getting 26.4% better Geekbench multi-core, backed by 8 cores and 8 threads.

Which one is the smarter buy today, not just the cheaper CPU?

Ryzen 5 3600 is the better buy right now. Ryzen 5 3600 comes in at an unclear MSRP at $199 MSRP versus unclear MSRP, and it still gives you a 98.8% average FPS lead across 50 shared CPU game tests in our data. The compromise is that Atom C3758 is still stronger for heavier multi-core work with 26.4% better Geekbench multi-core. It is also 100.0% better value on MSRP (88.9 vs 0.0 PassMark/$), so you are getting the faster CPU without taking a value hit on paper.

Which one is more future-proof for 2026 and beyond?

Ryzen 5 3600 makes more sense long term for 2026 and beyond. You are getting a newer CPU generation (2019 vs 2017) and 100% larger total L3 cache (32 MB vs 16 MB). That makes it the safer long-term bet.

Atom C3758 vs Ryzen 5 3600 Technical Specifications

Side-by-side specs, architecture details, clocks, memory, power, and platform differences.

Atom C3758

The Atom C3758 is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 15 August 2017 (8 years ago). It is based on the Goldmont (2016−2017) architecture. It features 8 cores and 8 threads. Base frequency is 2.2 GHz, with boost up to 2.2 GHz. L3 cache: 16 MB. L2 cache: 16 MB. Built on 14 nm process technology. Socket: FCBGA1310. Thermal design power (TDP): 25 Watt. Memory support: DDR4: 2400. Passmark benchmark score: 4,614 points. Launch price was $193.

Ryzen 5 3600

The Ryzen 5 3600 is manufactured by AMD. It was released in 7 July 2019 (6 years ago). It is based on the Matisse (2019−2020) architecture. It features 6 cores and 12 threads. Base frequency is 3.6 GHz, with boost up to 4.2 GHz. L3 cache: 32 MB (total). L2 cache: 512K (per core). Built on 7 nm, 12 nm process technology. Socket: AM4. Thermal design power (TDP): 65 Watt. Memory support: DDR4 Dual-channel. Passmark benchmark score: 17,685 points. Launch price was $199.

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Processing Power

The Atom C3758 packs 8 cores / 8 threads, while the Ryzen 5 3600 offers 6 cores / 12 threads — the Atom C3758 has 2 more cores. Boost clocks reach 2.2 GHz on the Atom C3758 versus 4.2 GHz on the Ryzen 5 3600 — a 62.5% clock advantage for the Ryzen 5 3600 (base: 2.2 GHz vs 3.6 GHz). The Atom C3758 uses the Goldmont (2016−2017) architecture (14 nm), while the Ryzen 5 3600 uses Matisse (2019−2020) (7 nm, 12 nm). In PassMark, the Atom C3758 scores 4,614 against the Ryzen 5 3600's 17,685 — a 117.2% lead for the Ryzen 5 3600. Geekbench 6 single-core — the metric most relevant to gaming — records 400 vs 1,295, a 105.6% lead for the Ryzen 5 3600 that directly translates to higher frame rates. Multi-core Geekbench: 2,400 vs 1,898 (23.4% advantage for the Atom C3758). L3 cache: 16 MB on the Atom C3758 vs 32 MB (total) on the Ryzen 5 3600.

Feature	Atom C3758	Ryzen 5 3600
Cores / Threads	8 / 8+33%	6 / 12
Boost Clock	2.2 GHz	4.2 GHz+91%
Base Clock	2.2 GHz	3.6 GHz+64%
L3 Cache	16 MB	32 MB (total)+100%
L2 Cache	16 MB	512K (per core)+3100%
Process	14 nm	7 nm, 12 nm-50%
Architecture	Goldmont (2016−2017)	Matisse (2019−2020)
PassMark	4,614	17,685+283%
Cinebench R23 Multi	—	9,500
Geekbench 6 Single	400	1,295+224%
Geekbench 6 Multi	2,400+26%	1,898

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Memory & Platform

The Atom C3758 uses the FCBGA1310 socket (PCIe 3.0), while the Ryzen 5 3600 uses AM4 (PCIe 4.0) — making them incompatible on the same motherboard. Maximum memory speed reaches DDR4-2400 on the Atom C3758 versus DDR4-3200 on the Ryzen 5 3600 — the Ryzen 5 3600 supports 33.3% faster memory, which can translate to measurable gains in memory-sensitive workloads. The Atom C3758 supports up to 256 GB of RAM compared to 128 GB — 100% more capacity for professional workloads. Both feature 2-channel memory with ECC support. PCIe lanes: 16 (Atom C3758) vs 24 (Ryzen 5 3600) — the Ryzen 5 3600 offers 8 more lanes for additional GPUs or NVMe drives. Chipset compatibility: SoC (Atom C3758) and AMD B550,AMD X570,AMD B450,AMD X470 (Ryzen 5 3600).

Feature	Atom C3758	Ryzen 5 3600
Socket	FCBGA1310	AM4
PCIe Generation	PCIe 3.0	PCIe 4.0+33%
Max RAM Speed	DDR4-2400	DDR4-3200+33%
Max RAM Capacity	256 GB+100%	128 GB
RAM Channels	2	2
ECC Support	Yes	No
PCIe Lanes	16	24+50%

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Advanced Features

Only the Ryzen 5 3600 has an unlocked multiplier for overclocking — a significant advantage for enthusiasts seeking extra performance. Virtualization support: VT-x, VT-d (Atom C3758) vs Yes (Ryzen 5 3600). Primary use case: Atom C3758 targets Server/Embedded, Ryzen 5 3600 targets Gaming/Budget Workstation. Direct competitor: Ryzen 5 3600 rivals Core i5-10400.