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Square green ceramic CPU with gold contacts and silver heatspreader labeled Ryzen 5 3500X, bundled with a black plastic fan heatsink

AMD

AMD Ryzen 5 3500X 100-100000158BOX desktop processor

SKU CH-2964-TYMT6

Six-core desktop processor with 3.6 GHz base clock, 4.1 GHz boost, 32 MB L3 cache, 65 W TDP and included cooler

  • Product nameRyzen 5 3500X
  • CPU cores6-Core
  • CPU socketSocket AM4
  • Maximum turbo clock4.1 GHz
  • TDP rating65 W
  • Processor classDesktop
  • Six cores at 3.6 GHz base speed handle multi-threaded workloads
  • Turbo up to 4.1 GHz lifts single-thread performance when needed
  • 32 MB L3 cache reduces memory latency for games and apps
  • 65 W TDP keeps power draw and cooling demands modest
  • DDR4 3200 support enables fast memory without extra cost

Ryzen 5 3500X desktop processor

The AMD Ryzen 5 3500X is a six-core desktop processor built for Socket AM4 platforms. It runs at a base frequency of 3.6 GHz and reaches a max turbo of 4.1 GHz. The chip includes 32 MB of L3 cache and 3 MB of L2 cache. A heatsink and fan are supplied in the box.

Upgrade from quad-core AM4 CPUs

Moving up from a four-core AM4 chip adds two extra threads for smoother multitasking and higher frame rates in threaded titles. The 7 nm design keeps the thermal design power at 65 W while delivering a 4.1 GHz boost. The jump is worth it when your current processor limits performance in modern games or light content creation.

Straightforward AM4 installation

Drop the processor into any compatible Socket AM4 motherboard after a BIOS update if required. The bundled cooler mounts with the standard AM4 bracket. Apply a pea-sized amount of thermal paste if the pre-applied layer is disturbed. Ensure the memory controller runs DDR4 at 3200 MHz by enabling the correct profile in BIOS.

How it compares

Measured against everything we stock in Desktop Processors, at today’s prices. Recalculated every night.

Price $42.99
Cheaper than about 89% of the 494 comparable items (median $149.99).
CPU cores 6-Core
Lower than about 80% of the 271 comparable items (median 8).
Maximum turbo clock 4.1 GHz
Lower than about 83% of the 246 comparable items (median 4.7 GHz).

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Specifications

Product
Brand nameAMD
Product lineRyzen 5 3rd Gen
Model name100-100000158BOX
Product nameRyzen 5 3500X
Performance
Working frequency3.6 GHz
Processor
CPU cores6-Core
CPU socketSocket AM4
Maximum turbo clock4.1 GHz
TDP rating65 W
Processor classDesktop
CPU threads6-Threads
L1 cache size384 KB
Level 2 cache3 MB
Level 3 cache32 MB
Process node7 nm
CPU instruction set64-Bit
Memory
Channel configuration2
Ports & slots
PCIe generation4.0 / 3.0
In the box
Included coolerHeatsink and fan included

Questions about this item

What socket and cooler clearance does the Ryzen 5 3500X need?

It fits Socket AM4 and ships with a heatsink and fan included, so no separate cooler purchase is required.

Which step is often missed when installing the 100-100000158BOX processor?

After seating the chip and locking the lever, connect the bundled cooler's fan header to the CPU_FAN pin on the motherboard or the system will not post.

When will the included thermal paste on the 3500X need replacement?

The pre-applied paste on the stock cooler lasts several years; replace it only if temperatures rise noticeably after cleaning and re-seating the heatsink.

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