AMD Ryzen 5 5500 | 6-Core / 12-Thread | 3.6GHz Base / 4.2GHz Boost | AM4 Socket | 65W TDP – New

R1,388.56 incl. VAT

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Unleash Six Cores of Unstoppable Performance

The AMD Ryzen 5 5500 drops into your AM4 build and immediately transforms how you game, create, and multitask. Built on AMD’s acclaimed Zen 3 architecture, this six-core powerhouse pushes through demanding titles and creative workloads with effortless speed — giving you a competitive edge without breaking the bank.

Game Harder, Create Faster

From high-refresh-rate gaming sessions to 3D rendering and video editing, the Ryzen 5 5500’s 12 threads and up to 4.2GHz boost clock keep your workflow moving at full speed. Precision Boost 2 intelligently scales performance in real time, so your CPU always delivers exactly what the moment demands.

Drop-In Ready for Your AM4 Platform

Already rocking a 500-series motherboard? A simple BIOS update is all it takes to bring the Ryzen 5 5500 to life in your existing rig. Upgrading has never been this painless — same socket, massive performance leap, zero hassle.

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Description
Tech Specs
Performance
Processor
AMD Ryzen 5 5500
Architecture
AMD Zen 3 (TSMC 7nm FinFET)
CPU Cores
6 Cores / 12 Threads
Base Clock
3.6 GHz
Max Boost Clock
Up to 4.2 GHz
Total L2 Cache
3MB
Total L3 Cache
16MB
Unlocked
Yes
Default TDP
65W
Connectivity
Socket
AM4
PCI Express Version
PCIe 3.0
Features
Precision Boost
Precision Boost 2
AMD StoreMI
Yes
VR Ready
AMD Ryzen VR-Ready Premium
Compatible Motherboards
500-Series AM4 (BIOS update required)
Additional information
BrandAMD
ColourGrey
Warranty36 Months
FAQ

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