AMD Ryzen 5 5500 Processor

The AMD Ryzen 5 5500 is a mainstream desktop processor built on AMD’s Zen 3 architecture, manufactured using TSMC’s 7nm FinFET process. It is designed for the AM4 platform and slots into a wide range of existing motherboards, making it a practical upgrade option for users who already own compatible hardware. The processor features 6 physical cores and 12 threads via AMD’s simultaneous multi-threading (SMT) technology. It operates at a base clock of 3.6GHz and can boost up to 4.2GHz using AMD’s Precision Boost 2 technology, which dynamically adjusts frequency based on workload, thermal headroom, and power delivery. The chip carries a total of 19MB of combined cache — 384KB L1, 3MB L2, and 16MB L3 — supporting efficient data throughput across a wide range of tasks including productivity, content creation, and everyday gaming workloads. The CPU ships with the AMD Wraith Stealth cooler included in the box, providing adequate thermal management at the processor’s 65W TDP without requiring a separate cooler purchase. The thermal junction maximum (Tjmax) is rated at 90°C. Memory support covers DDR4 in dual-channel configuration with speeds up to 3200MHz (supporting UDIMM modules), and the processor can address up to 128GB of system RAM. ECC memory is not supported. The platform connects via PCIe 3.0, with 24 total lanes and 20 usable, and is compatible with a broad range of AMD chipsets including X570, X470, X370, B550, B450, B350, and A520. NVMe storage is supported with RAID configurations (RAID 0, 1, 10) available for boot drives. This processor does not include integrated graphics; a discrete graphics card is required. The Ryzen 5 5500 is unlocked for overclocking, offering further headroom for enthusiasts on compatible motherboards. Key Verified Specifications: – Architecture: Zen 3 – Process node: TSMC 7nm FinFET – Cores / Threads: 6 / 12 – Base Clock: 3.6GHz – Max Boost Clock: Up to 4.2GHz (Precision Boost 2) – L1 / L2 / L3 Cache: 384KB / 3MB / 16MB – TDP: 65W – Socket: AM4 – Memory: Dual-channel DDR4, up to 3200MHz, max 128GB – PCIe Version: PCIe 3.0 (24 total / 20 usable lanes) – Integrated Graphics: None (discrete GPU required) – Included Cooler: AMD Wraith Stealth – Unlocked for Overclocking: Yes – Warranty: 3 Years – Part Number: 100-100000457BOX