AMD Ryzen 5 5500 6-Core 3.6GHz Desktop Processor

AMD Ryzen 5 5500 6-Core Desktop Processor — Socket AM4 | 3.6GHz Base / 4.2GHz Boost | 65W TDP

The AMD Ryzen 5 5500 is a Zen 3 desktop processor built for budget-conscious gamers and everyday builders who want proven AMD performance on the widely supported AM4 platform — without breaking the bank.

6 Cores. 12 Threads. Solid Gaming Performance.

With 6 Zen 3 cores and 12 threads, the Ryzen 5 5500 delivers smooth, capable performance for 1080p gaming, everyday multitasking, and light content creation — all at an accessible price point.

Efficient Clock Speeds

A 3.6GHz base clock boosts up to 4.2GHz, keeping your system responsive whether you're gaming, streaming, or running multiple applications at once.

16MB L3 Cache

16MB of L3 cache helps reduce latency and keeps frequently accessed game and application data close to the cores for smoother, more consistent performance.

Built on Zen 3 Architecture

AMD's efficient 7nm Zen 3 architecture delivers strong instructions-per-clock (IPC) performance, making the Ryzen 5 5500 punch well above its price class in gaming and productivity workloads.

Socket AM4 — Mature & Widely Supported

The AM4 platform is one of the most mature and widely supported CPU ecosystems available, with a massive selection of compatible motherboards at every price point — making the Ryzen 5 5500 an easy, cost-effective upgrade or new build option.

Specifications

• Architecture: AMD Zen 3
• Cores / Threads: 6 / 12
• Base Clock: 3.6 GHz | Boost Clock: 4.2 GHz
• L1 / L2 / L3 Cache: 384KB / 3MB / 16MB
• Process Node: 7nm
• Socket: AM4
• Memory Support: DDR4-3200 (PC4-25600) | Max 128GB
• Integrated Graphics: No
• TDP: 65W | Max Temp: 90°C (194°F)