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AMD Ryzen 5 5500 CPU with Wraith Stealth Cooler, AM4, 3.6GHz (4.2 Turbo), 6-Core, 65W, 19MB Cache, 7nm, 5th Gen, No Graphics

SKU:
AMD-RY5-5500
UPC:
0730143314121
MPN:
100-100000457BOX
Availability:
In Stock
  • AMD Ryzen 5 5500 CPU with Wraith Stealth Cooler, AM4, 3.6GHz (4.2 Turbo), 6-Core, 65W, 19MB Cache, 7nm, 5th Gen, No Graphics physical AMD New 100-100000457BOX MemoX
  • AMD Ryzen 5 5500 CPU with Wraith Stealth Cooler, AM4, 3.6GHz (4.2 Turbo), 6-Core, 65W, 19MB Cache, 7nm, 5th Gen, No Graphics physical AMD New 100-100000457BOX MemoX
  • AMD Ryzen 5 5500 CPU with Wraith Stealth Cooler, AM4, 3.6GHz (4.2 Turbo), 6-Core, 65W, 19MB Cache, 7nm, 5th Gen, No Graphics physical AMD New 100-100000457BOX MemoX
  • AMD Ryzen 5 5500 CPU with Wraith Stealth Cooler, AM4, 3.6GHz (4.2 Turbo), 6-Core, 65W, 19MB Cache, 7nm, 5th Gen, No Graphics physical AMD New 100-100000457BOX MemoX
  • AMD Ryzen 5 5500 CPU with Wraith Stealth Cooler, AM4, 3.6GHz (4.2 Turbo), 6-Core, 65W, 19MB Cache, 7nm, 5th Gen, No Graphics physical AMD New 100-100000457BOX MemoX
  • AMD Ryzen 5 5500 CPU with Wraith Stealth Cooler, AM4, 3.6GHz (4.2 Turbo), 6-Core, 65W, 19MB Cache, 7nm, 5th Gen, No Graphics physical AMD New 100-100000457BOX MemoX
  • AMD Ryzen 5 5500 CPU with Wraith Stealth Cooler, AM4, 3.6GHz (4.2 Turbo), 6-Core, 65W, 19MB Cache, 7nm, 5th Gen, No Graphics physical AMD New 100-100000457BOX MemoX
  • AMD Ryzen 5 5500 CPU with Wraith Stealth Cooler, AM4, 3.6GHz (4.2 Turbo), 6-Core, 65W, 19MB Cache, 7nm, 5th Gen, No Graphics physical AMD New 100-100000457BOX MemoX
  • AMD Ryzen 5 5500 CPU with Wraith Stealth Cooler, AM4, 3.6GHz (4.2 Turbo), 6-Core, 65W, 19MB Cache, 7nm, 5th Gen, No Graphics physical AMD New 100-100000457BOX MemoX
  • AMD Ryzen 5 5500 CPU with Wraith Stealth Cooler, AM4, 3.6GHz (4.2 Turbo), 6-Core, 65W, 19MB Cache, 7nm, 5th Gen, No Graphics physical AMD New 100-100000457BOX MemoX
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Get The High-Speed Gaming Performance Of The World’s Best Desktop Processor
 

The AMD Ryzen 5 5500 has 6 Cores and 12 threads making this processor great for gamers, content creators and streamers who love to multi-task. When you have the world's most advanced processor architecture for gamers and content creators, the possibilities are endless. Whether you are playing the latest games, designing the next skyscraper, or crunching data, you need a powerful processor that can handle it all-and more. Hands down, the AMD Ryzen 5000 Series desktop processors set the bar for gamers and artists alike.
 
 
 
 
 
Premium AMD Processor Cooling Solutions
 
AMD have listened to customer feedback and designed their newest coolers to deliver near-silent operation, bolstered with capable thermal hardware - with no increase in pricing when these coolers are packaged with existing processors - for a tremendous value.
 
 
 
 
 
5000 Series Processors Have All The Best Features To Keep You In The Game
 
The world's fastest processor core for the world's fastest gaming processors. The AMD 5000 Series are built using 7nm architecture which gives you extremely high frames rates with high image quality. AMD Ryzen 5000 Series processors power the next generation of demanding games, providing one of a kind immersive experiences and dominate any multithreaded task like 3D and video rendering, and software compiling.
 
 
 
 
 
Ultimate Performance When Gaming Or Creating
 
With great processing power comes the bleeding-edge technologies to support. All AMD Ryzen 5000 Series processors come with a full suite of technologies designed to elevate your PC's processing power including Precision Boost 2, Precision Boost Overdrive and PCIe 4.0.
 
Not only are these processors drop-in ready on 500 series motherboards with a simple BIOS update, you can easily tweak and tune your processor with Ryzen Master and AMD StoreMI.
 
BIOS updates supporting the AMD Ryzen 5000 Series desktop processors on AMD 400 Series chipsets are expected to be available starting January 2021; exact availability will vary by manufacturer and motherboard model.
 
 
 
 
 
Combine The Speed Of SSD With The Capacity Of HDD
 
AMD StoreMI technology is a powerful tool for PC enthusiasts that want to improve load times, boot times, file management, or system responsiveness. If you have an AMD X570, B550, 400 Series, X399 or TRX40 motherboard, you can download AMD StoreMI for free to help accelerate your operating system.
 

Specification

Socket: AM4
Type: AMD Ryzen 5
Clock Speed: 3.6 GHz
Turbo Speed: 4.2 GHz
Cores: 6 Core
Core Size: 7nm
Threads: 12
 
Cache:
Total L1 Cache: 384KB
Total L2 Cache: 3MB
Total L3 Cache: 16MB
 
TDP: Default TDP: 65W
Graphics: No
Memory: DDR4 - 3200
Cooler: Yes
Package Type: Retail
Package Weight: 0.5000 kg
Warranty: 3 Years

Returns

30 Days Return

FAQ: Frequently Asked Questions

AMD Ryzen 5 5500 — Frequently Asked Questions

1) What are the key specs of the Ryzen 5 5500?
6 cores / 12 threads, 3.6 GHz base, up to 4.2 GHz boost, 65 W TDP, 19 MB total cache (16 MB L3 + 3 MB L2), DDR4-3200 support, AM4 socket.
2) Does it have integrated graphics (iGPU)?
No. The Ryzen 5 5500 does not include integrated graphics — you’ll need a discrete GPU for display output.
3) Is a cooler included in the box?
Yes — retail CPUs ship with AMD’s Wraith Stealth stock cooler.
4) Does the Ryzen 5 5500 support PCIe 4.0?
No. It’s a Zen 3 “Cezanne” part limited to PCIe 3.0 (x16 for graphics).
5) Ryzen 5 5500 vs Ryzen 5 5600 — what’s the difference?
The 5600 (Zen 3 “Vermeer”) has PCIe 4.0 and a larger 32 MB L3 cache; the 5500 (Zen 3 “Cezanne”) is PCIe 3.0 with 16 MB L3. In gaming the 5600 is faster, but the 5500 remains excellent value.
6) Ryzen 5 5500 vs Ryzen 5 5600G?
5600G has a Radeon iGPU and PCIe 3.0 with 16 MB L3; 5500 is a similar Cezanne die with the iGPU disabled (no graphics). If you need built-in graphics, pick the 5600G; otherwise the 5500 plus a discrete GPU is usually better value.
7) Which motherboards are compatible?
Any AM4 board with a supported BIOS. Works out of the box on most B550/X570, and on many B450/X470 boards after a BIOS update (check your board’s CPU support list).
8) What memory does it support and what should I choose?
Official support is DDR4-3200, dual channel. Faster XMP/DOCP kits may work depending on your motherboard’s memory QVL.
9) Is it good for gaming in 2025?
Yes — paired with a mid-range GPU, the 5500 delivers strong 1080p/1440p performance for its price. Stepping up to a 5600 brings a bump from PCIe 4.0 and larger L3, but value seekers often choose the 5500.
10) Will PCIe 3.0 bottleneck my graphics card?
For mid-range GPUs the impact is negligible; even many faster cards run close to full speed at PCIe 3.0 x16. If you’re targeting the highest-end GPUs or heavy PCIe-bound workloads, consider a PCIe 4.0 CPU like the 5600.
11) Does it support Windows 11?
Ryzen 5000-series chips meet Windows 11’s CPU class; ensure your motherboard BIOS enables fTPM 2.0 and Secure Boot to pass the Windows 11 checks.
12) Can I overclock it?
Yes — like other Ryzen desktop parts, the 5500 supports multiplier overclocking and AMD PBO. Results depend on your motherboard and cooling.
13) What’s included in the retail box?
CPU, Wraith Stealth cooler, and documentation. (Retail contents may vary slightly by region.)
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Warranty Information

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