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AMD Ryzen 5 5500 Processor

AMD  |  SKU 40133  |  MPN 100-100000457BOX
$159.00

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Description

6 Cores. 0 Compromises. One processor that can game as well as it creates.

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.


The Fastest in the Game

Whether gaming or creating, AMD Ryzen™ processors offer ultimate performance. 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.


The Latest Technologies

AMD Ryzen™ processors have all the best features to keep you in the game.

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 Overdrive3 and PCIe® 4.0.



Build with Confidence

AMD Ryzen™ processors are easy to configure and easy to customize.

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.


7nm “Zen 3” Architecture

The world’s fastest processor core for the world’s fastest gaming processors.


Optimized for Enthusiasts

Pair your AMD Ryzen™ processor with a high-performance cooling system for unparalleled performance.


AMD Ryzen™ Technologies

Elevate your PC’s performance with top-notch performance enhancing features.

Specifications

NameAMD Ryzen™ 5 5500
FamilyRyzen
SeriesRyzen 5000 Series
Form FactorDesktops , Boxed Processor
Market SegmentMainstream Desktop
Consumer UseYes
Regional AvailabilityGlobal , China , NA , EMEA , APJ , LATAM
Former CodenameCezanne
ArchitectureZen 3
# of CPU Cores6
Multithreading (SMT)Yes
# of Threads12
Max. Boost ClockUp to 4.2 GHz
Base Clock3.6 GHz
L1 Cache384 KB
L2 Cache3 MB
L3 Cache16 MB
Default TDP65W
Processor Technology for CPU CoresTSMC 7nm FinFET
CPU Compute Die (CCD) Size180mm²
Package Die Count1
Unlocked for OverclockingYes
CPU SocketAM4
Supporting ChipsetsX570 , X470 , X370 , B550 , B450 , B350 , A520
CPU Boost TechnologyPrecision Boost 2
Instruction Setx86-64
Supported ExtensionsAES , AMD-V , AVX , AVX2 , FMA3 , MMX-plus , SHA , SSE , SSE2 , SSE3 , SSE4.1 , SSE4.2 , SSE4A , SSSE3 , x86-64
Thermal Solution (PIB)AMD Wraith Stealth
Max. Operating Temperature (Tjmax)90°C
Launch Date04/04/2022
*OS SupportWindows 11 - 64-Bit Edition , Windows 10 - 64-Bit Edition , RHEL x86 64-Bit , Ubuntu x86 64-Bit
Native USB 4 (40Gbps) Ports0
Native USB 3.2 Gen 2 (10Gbps) Ports4
Native USB 3.2 Gen 1 (5Gbps) Ports0
Native USB 2.0 (480Mbps) Ports0
Native SATA Ports2
PCI Express® VersionPCIe® 3.0
Native PCIe® Lanes (Total/Usable)24 , 20
Additional Usable PCIe Lanes from MotherboardX570 16x Gen 3 X470 2x Gen 3, 8x Gen 2
NVMe SupportBoot , RAID0 , RAID1 , RAID10
System Memory TypeDDR4
Memory Channels2
Max. Memory128 GB
System Memory SubtypeUDIMM
System Memory SpecificationUp to 3200 MT/s
Max Memory Speed2x1R DDR4-3200 2x2R DDR4-3200 4x1R DDR4-2933 4x2R DDR4-2667
ECC SupportNo
Graphics ModelDiscrete Graphics Card Required
Supported TechnologiesAMD StoreMI Technology , AMD Ryzen™ VR-Ready Premium