AMD Ryzen 5 5500 Desktop Processor – AM4, 6 cores, 12 threads
AMD Ryzen 5 5500 Desktop Processor – AM4, 6 cores, 12 threads
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The AMD Ryzen 5 5500 Desktop Processor is a 6-core, 12-thread Zen 3 chip for AM4 motherboards. If you are building an affordable Ryzen 5 5500 6-core gaming PC, it offers a 3.6 GHz base clock, boost up to 4.2 GHz, 3MB of L2 and 16MB of L3 cache and a 65W TDP, and it works with a discrete graphics card.
Key Specifications
| Brand | AMD |
| Model | Ryzen 5 5500 |
| Architecture | Zen 3 (Cezanne), TSMC 7nm FinFET |
| Socket | AM4 |
| Cores | 6 |
| Threads | 12 |
| Base clock | 3.6 GHz |
| Max boost clock | Up to 4.2 GHz |
| L1 cache | 384 KB |
| L2 cache | 3MB |
| L3 cache | 16MB |
| TDP / base power | 65W |
| Memory support | DDR4, dual channel, up to 3200 MT/s (2x1R/2x2R), up to 128GB |
| Integrated graphics | None (discrete graphics card required) |
| PCI Express | PCIe 3.0 |
| Cooler included | AMD Wraith Stealth (per AMD specification) |
| Product type | Desktop processor (CPU) |
Compatibility
This processor fits AM4 socket motherboards. AMD lists support on X570, X470, X370, B550, B450, B350 and A520 chipsets. It uses DDR4 memory and has no integrated graphics, so you need a discrete graphics card. AMD lists an AMD Wraith Stealth cooler for this processor. Check your motherboard maker's CPU support list, as an older board may need a BIOS update.
Pairs Well With
- Sapphire Nitro+ AMD Radeon RX 9070 XT OC 16GB GDDR6 Graphics Card
- ZOTAC GeForce RTX 4060 Ti Twin Edge 8GB GDDR6 Graphics Card
- 1TB NVMe M.2 2280 SSD
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is the Ryzen 5 5500 good for gaming?
Yes. With 6 cores, 12 threads and a boost clock up to 4.2 GHz, it is a solid base for 1080p gaming when paired with a discrete graphics card.
What power supply do I need for the Ryzen 5 5500?
The Ryzen 5 5500 has a 65W default TDP. The power supply size depends mainly on your graphics card, so choose one rated for your graphics card and the rest of the system.
Will the Ryzen 5 5500 fit my motherboard?
It fits AM4 socket motherboards. AMD lists X570, X470, X370, B550, B450, B350 and A520 chipsets. Older boards may need a BIOS update, so check your board maker's CPU support list.
Does the Ryzen 5 5500 have integrated graphics?
No. It has no on-die graphics, so you need a discrete graphics card.
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