AMD Ryzen 5 5500 - Socket AM4, 6-Core / 12-Thread, 3.6GHz (4.2GHz Boost), 65W, DDR4 (Tray)
AMD Ryzen 5 5500 (Tray): 6 cores/12 threads, 3.6GHz base (4.2GHz boost), 16MB L3 cache, AM4 socket, 65W TDP. Supports DDR4-3200, PCIe 3.0. No iGPU or cooler incl. Great value for gaming/productivity 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 | No |
The AMD Ryzen 5 5500 is a budget-friendly 6-core, 12-thread desktop processor built on TSMC's 7nm process (Vermeer architecture). With a 3.6 GHz base clock boosting to 4.2 GHz and 16MB L3 cache, it delivers strong multi-threaded performance for gaming, content creation, and everyday tasks. This tray version does not include a cooler or retail packaging.
Compatible with AM4 motherboards (B450/X570/B550), it supports dual-channel DDR4 memory up to 3200 MHz and PCIe 3.0 for GPUs/SSDs. Unlocked for overclocking, 65W TDP ensures efficient cooling needs. No integrated graphics requires a discrete GPU. Benchmarks show solid 1080p gaming (e.g., pairs well with RTX 3060 Ti/5050).
- ✅ 6 cores / 12 threads for multitasking
- ✅ Unlocked multiplier for overclocking
- ✅ PCIe 3.0 x16 for modern GPUs
- ✅ Energy-efficient 65W TDP
- ❌ No integrated graphics
- ❌ Cooler not included (tray)
| Processor manufacturer | AMD |
| Processor generation | AMD Ryzen 5000 Series |
| Processor model | 5500 |
| Processor base frequency | 3.6 GHz |
| Processor family | AMD Ryzen™ 5 |
| Processor cores | 6 |
| Processor socket | Socket AM4 |
| Processor lithography | 7 nm |
| Processor threads | 12 |
| Processor boost frequency | 4.2 GHz |
| Processor cache | 16 MB |
| Processor cache type | L3 |
| L1 Cache | 64K (per core) |
| L2 Cache | 512K (per core) |
| Codename | Vermeer |
| Thermal Design Power (TDP) | 65 W |
| Package type | Tray |
| 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 |
| Unlocked Multiplier | Yes |
| Cooler Included | No |
| Harmonized System (HS) code | 85423119 |