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Green ceramic square CPU with gold pins and silver heat spreader showing Ryzen 5 5600X text

AMD

AMD Ryzen 5 5600X OEM desktop processor

SKU CH-7QYC-39J4T

Six-core desktop processor with 12 threads, 3.7 GHz base clock and up to 4.6 GHz boost, 32 MB L3 cache, 65 W TDP and DDR4 3200 support for Socket AM4 platforms

  • Product nameRyzen 5 5600X
  • CPU cores6-Core
  • CPU socketSocket AM4
  • Maximum turbo clockUp to 4.6 GHz
  • TDP rating65 W
  • Processor classDesktop
  • 6 cores and 12 threads handle parallel workloads efficiently
  • Base clock of 3.7 GHz with boost up to 4.6 GHz delivers responsive performance
  • 32 MB L3 cache reduces latency for gaming and applications
  • 65 W TDP keeps power draw and heat manageable
  • DDR4 3200 support provides fast memory bandwidth

Socket AM4 6-core desktop processor

The AMD Ryzen 5 5600X is a desktop CPU with six cores and twelve threads built on a 7 nm process. It fits the Socket AM4 platform and targets users who want strong single-thread responsiveness for gaming or everyday workloads. No integrated graphics are included, so a discrete GPU is required. The 65 W TDP keeps cooling requirements modest.

Unlocked 4.6 GHz max boost clock

The processor runs at a 3.7 GHz base frequency and can reach up to 4.6 GHz when thermal headroom allows. An unlocked multiplier lets enthusiasts tune performance further with a compatible motherboard. Thirty-two megabytes of L3 cache and three megabytes of L2 cache help feed the cores during bursty workloads. Official memory support tops out at DDR4 3200.

Drop-in AM4 install with BIOS check

Installation follows the standard AM4 retention mechanism and requires no special tools beyond a Phillips screwdriver. The most common issue is an outdated motherboard BIOS that prevents the system from posting with this 5000-series chip. Updating the firmware before fitting the CPU avoids a dead-on-arrival appearance. Maximum operating temperature is rated at 95 °C.

How it compares

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

Price $106.99
Cheaper than about 64% 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 Up to 4.6 GHz
Lower than about 55% of the 246 comparable items (median 4.7 GHz).

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Specifications

Product
Brand nameAMD
Product lineRyzen 5 5000 G-Series
Product nameRyzen 5 5600X
Performance
Working frequency3.7 GHz
Processor
CPU cores6-Core
CPU socketSocket AM4
Maximum turbo clockUp to 4.6 GHz
TDP rating65 W
Processor classDesktop
CPU threads12-Threads
Level 2 cache3 MB
Level 3 cache32 MB
Process node7 nm
Memory
Supported memoryDDR4 3200
Graphics
Built-in graphicsNone Integrated Graphics
Ports & slots
PCIe generation4.0 / 3.0

Questions about this item

How does the 4.6 GHz boost clock behave under typical workloads?

The processor can raise its frequency to 4.6 GHz on active cores when thermal and power headroom allows, then return to the 3.7 GHz base clock as load or temperature increases.

What does PCIe 4.0 support mean for graphics cards and storage?

The AM4 platform provides PCIe 4.0 lanes from the CPU, so compatible GPUs and M.2 SSDs can operate at the higher link speed when the motherboard also supports the standard.

Will this 65 W chip fit a standard AM4 cooler and case?

The 65 W TDP and AM4 package dimensions match the standard mounting pattern, so any cooler rated for Socket AM4 and a case with normal CPU clearance will accommodate it.

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