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Green square CPU with gold pins and silver heat spreader, AM4 socket, Wraith Stealth cooler included

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Configurator AMD Ryzen 5 5600X 6-Core 12-Thread 3.7 GHz 32MB L3 Cache AM4 Desktop Processor

SKU CH-MJST-DNVAV MPN 100-100000065BOX

Six-core, twelve-thread AM4 desktop processor with 3.7 GHz base, 4.6 GHz max boost and 32 MB L3 cache

  • Product nameRyzen 5 5600X
  • CPU cores6-Core
  • CPU socketSocket AM4
  • Maximum turbo clock4.6 GHz
  • TDP rating65 W
  • Processor classDesktop

Model Ryzen 5 5600X

  • 6 cores and 12 threads handle heavy multitasking smoothly
  • 7 GHz base clock with 4.6 GHz max boost delivers strong single-thread speed
  • 32 MB L3 cache plus 3 MB L2 reduces latency in games and apps
  • 65 W TDP keeps power draw and heat low for compact builds
  • Supports DDR4-3200 memory and PCIe 4.0 for fast data throughput

Ideal 6-Core Gaming Processor

The AMD Ryzen 5 5600X delivers 6 cores and 12 threads at a 3.7 GHz base clock with 4.6 GHz max boost. It targets gamers who want strong single-thread speed without paying for extra cores they will not use. The 65W TDP keeps cooling requirements modest.

DDR4-3200 Memory and PCIe 4.0 Limits

Official memory support tops out at DDR4 3200, so faster kits run at this speed unless the motherboard allows manual tuning. The processor provides PCI Express 4.0 and 3.0 lanes, but total bandwidth depends on the chipset and slot layout of the chosen board.

No Integrated Graphics Means Discrete Card Required

This CPU has no integrated graphics, so a separate GPU is mandatory for any video output. Builders planning a system without a graphics card must choose a different processor.

How it compares

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

Price $220.99
Pricier 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 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 Series
Model name100-100000065BOX
Product nameRyzen 5 5600X
Performance
Working frequency3.7 GHz
Processor
CPU cores6-Core
CPU socketSocket AM4
Maximum turbo clock4.6 GHz
TDP rating65 W
Processor classDesktop
Processor codenameVermeer (Zen 3)
CPU threads12-Threads
Level 2 cache3 MB
Level 3 cache32 MB
Process node7 nm
CPU instruction set64-Bit
Virtualization supportYes
Memory
Supported memoryDDR4 3200
Graphics
Built-in graphicsNone Integrated Graphics
Ports & slots
PCIe generation4.0 / 3.0
Size & build
Shipping weight0.48 kg
Package size140 × 132 × 76 mm
Compatibility
Compatible systemsWindows 11
In the box
Included coolerWraith Stealth Cooler

Questions about this item

Should I choose the 6-core 12-thread Ryzen 5 5600X or a higher-core alternative for gaming?

The 6-core 12-thread design targets gaming workloads directly; the 4.6 GHz max boost and 32 MB L3 cache keep frame rates high in titles that favour single-thread speed.

What does the 4.6 GHz max boost mean once the processor is installed in a system?

It is the peak frequency a single core can reach on a bursty single-threaded workload; sustained all-core speeds will sit lower depending on cooling and motherboard power delivery.

Which PCIe generation does the AM4 socket provide and what bandwidth does that cap in practice?

The CPU supports PCIe 4.0 and 3.0; with a 500-series motherboard the x16 graphics slot and primary M.2 run at 4.0 speeds, while older chipsets limit those lanes to 3.0.

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