AMD Ryzen 5 5500 - 6-Core AM4 CPU 3.6GHz (Boost 4.2GHz) - 16MB L3, 65W with Wraith Stealth Cooler (Boxed)
AMD Ryzen 5 5500: 6-core/12-thread AM4 desktop CPU. 3.6GHz base, 4.2GHz boost, 16MB L3 cache, DDR4-3200, PCIe 3.0, 65W TDP. Includes Wraith Stealth cooler. Unlocked for overclocking. No iGPU. Great value for gaming builds.
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| CPU (Processors) - Socket | AMD AM4 |
|---|---|
| CPU (Processors) - Processor Family | AMD Ryzen 5 |
| CPU (Processors) - Cores | 6 |
| CPU (Processors) - Threads | 12 |
| CPU (Processors) - TDP | 46-65W |
| CPU (Processors) - Integrated Graphics | No (Discrete GPU Required) |
| CPU (Processors) - Memory Support | DDR4 |
| CPU (Processors) - Unlocked/Overclockable | Yes |
| CPU (Processors) - Cooler Included | Yes |
The AMD Ryzen 5 5500 is a budget-friendly 6-core, 12-thread desktop processor on the AM4 socket, built on TSMC's 7nm process. With a 3.6 GHz base clock boosting to 4.2 GHz and 16MB L3 cache, it delivers solid multithreaded performance for gaming, content creation, and everyday tasks. It supports dual-channel DDR4 memory up to 3200 MHz and PCIe 3.0, making it compatible with 300/400/500-series motherboards.
This CPU is fully unlocked for overclocking, allowing enthusiasts to push performance further. It ships with the Wraith Stealth cooler, sufficient for stock operation, and has a 65W TDP for efficient power use. Benchmarks show strong results: CPUmark multithread score of 19,283 and single-thread 3,061; suitable for 1080p gaming pairs like RTX 3060 Ti without bottlenecks in 2026 titles.
- ✅ 6 Cores / 12 Threads for multitasking
- ✅ Includes Wraith Stealth Cooler
- ✅ Overclockable & AM4 Upgrade Path
- ❌ No Integrated Graphics (Discrete GPU Required)
- ✅ PCIe 3.0 x20 + DDR4-3200 Support
| Processor manufacturer | AMD |
| Processor generation | AMD Ryzen 5000 Series |
| Processor model | 5500 |
| Processor Family | AMD Ryzen™ 5 |
| Processor base frequency | 3.6 GHz |
| Processor boost frequency | 4.2 GHz |
| Processor cores | 6 |
| Processor threads | 12 |
| Processor socket | Socket AM4 |
| Processor lithography | 7 nm |
| Processor operating modes | 64-bit |
| Processor cache | 16 MB |
| Processor cache type | L3 |
| Thermal Design Power (TDP) | 65 W |
| Package type | Box |
| Feature | Non-ECC |
| Memory types supported by processor | DDR4-SDRAM |
| Memory clock speeds supported by processor | 2667/2933/3200 MHz |
| Memory channels | Dual-channel |
| On-board graphics card model | Not available |
| Discrete graphics card model | Not available |
| Market segment | Desktop |
| PCI Express slots version | 3.0 |
| PCIe lanes | 20 usable |
| Architecture | Zen 3 (Cezanne mono-die) |
| Unlocked | Yes |
| Cooler included | Wraith Stealth |
| Harmonized System (HS) code | 85423119 |