Specifications
Processor SocketSocket AM4 (PGA 1331)PCI Express VersionPCI Express 4.0CPU Base Clock Frequency3.5 gigahertzCPU Boost Clock Frequency4.4 gigahertzNumber of CPU Cores6-coreNumber of CPU Threads12
Key Specs
Processor SocketSocket AM4 (PGA 1331)PCI Express VersionPCI Express 4.0CPU Base Clock Frequency3.5 gigahertzCPU Boost Clock Frequency4.4 gigahertzNumber of CPU Cores6-coreNumber of CPU Threads12Unlocked ProcessorNoMemory Type SupportedDDR4L1 Cache0 megabytesL2 Cache3 megabytesL3 Cache32 megabytesProcessor Base Power2 wattsIntegrated GraphicsNoProcessor Generation/Series4th Generation
General
Product NameRyzen 5 5600 3.5 GHz Six-Core AM4 ProcessorBrandAMDProcessor Model Number5600Processor CollectionRyzen 5Processor Generation/Series4th GenerationModel Number100-100000927BOXYear of Release2020ColorBlackColor CategoryBlack
Compatibility
Processor SocketSocket AM4 (PGA 1331)PCI Express ConfigurationPCIe Gen 5 x16PCI Express Lanes (Total)24PCI Express VersionPCI Express 4.0Processor Instruction Set64-bit
Performance
CPU Base Clock Frequency3.5 gigahertzCPU Boost Clock Frequency4.4 gigahertzNumber of CPU Cores6-coreNumber of CPU Threads12Unlocked ProcessorNoHard Drive AcceleratorNone
Memory
Maximum Memory Supported128 gigabytesMemory Type SupportedDDR4Number of Memory Channels Supported2Cache LevelL1, L2, L3L1 Cache0 megabytesL2 Cache3 megabytesL3 Cache32 megabytes
Features
Processor TypeDesktopThermal SolutionHeatsinkRAID SupportRAID 0, RAID 1, RAID 10 (RAID 1+0)Semiconductor Manufacturing Technology7 nanometers
Power
Processor Base Power2 wattsProcessor Boost Power2 watts
Graphics
Integrated GraphicsNo
Warranty
Manufacturer's Warranty - Parts3 year limited warrantyManufacturer's Warranty - Labor3 year limited warranty
Other
UPC730143314190
Designed for socket AM4 motherboards using the powerful Zen 3 architecture, the 7nm 5th generation Ryzen processor offers significantly improved performance compared to its predecessor. With a base clock speed of 3.5 GHz and a max boost clock speed of 4.4 GHz in addition to 32MB of L3 Cache, the Ryzen 5 5600 is built to deliver the power needed to smoothly handle tasks ranging from content creation to immersive gaming experiences. You can boost performance further by overclocking this unlocked processor. Other features include support for PCIe Gen 4 technology and 3200 MHz DDR4 RAM with compatible motherboards. This processor has a 65W TDP (Thermal Design Power) and includes a Wraith Stealth cooling solution. Please note that it does not have an integrated GPU, so a dedicated graphics card is required.
Precision Boost 2
AMD Ryzen processors monitor the system's energy consumption, temperatures, and other factors to automatically raise clock speeds, allowing applications to perform faster.
Precision Boost Overdrive
technology takes advantage of your compatible motherboard's design to boost clock speeds higher and for longer periods of time.
AMD StoreMI Technology
helps to improve load times and overall system performance by combining solid-state drives and mechanical hard drives into a single hybrid storage drive.
AMD Ryzen VR Ready Premium
processors are designed to meet or exceed the recommended specifications from the top HMD manufacturers, including Oculus Rift, HTC Vive, and Windows Mixed Reality for smooth performance.
AMD Ryzen Master Utility
provides you with multiple custom profiles to store CPU, GPU, and DDR4 memory configurations.
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Asked by Bento
Q: QuestionDoes this come with thermal gel?(4 answers)
A: AnswerIt does , comes with a layer ready already applied to one sideAnswered by user871874
Q: QuestionIs it set up already(1 answer)
A: AnswerIts a processor (CPU). The only set up would be onstalling it in your motherboard,mounting the heatsink/fan assembly and the plugging the fan in.Answered by OldGregg
AMD - Ryzen 5 5600 3.5 GHz Six-Core AM4 Processor - Black
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Rating 4.7 out of 5 stars with 30 reviews
4.7Rating by feature
- 4.9Value
Rating 4.9 out of 5 stars
- 4.7Quality
Rating 4.7 out of 5 stars
- 4.7Ease of Use
Rating 4.7 out of 5 stars
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Rated 5 out of 5 stars
great budget gamer
great budget gaming cpu with pcie 4.0, pairs great with my rx 6600
Posted by Anonymous
Rated 4 out of 5 stars
Solid. Gaming and Regular Multitasking spot on.
So far it's been solid. Plenty of overhead for what you pay. Price to performance solid.
Posted by Laila
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Great
Great value and very fast processor, easy to install as well
Posted by Rain
