With 6 cores and 12 threads, the Ryzen 5 5600 can game, stream music, run a browser full of tabs and handle background downloads at the same time. The extra threads also help in multi-threaded tasks such as photo editing, video encoding and software compiling.
The base clock is 3.5 GHz, and the processor can boost up to 4.4 GHz when the workload calls for it. That higher clock speed improves responsiveness in games and in applications that rely heavily on single-core performance. When demand drops, the chip runs at lower speeds.
Because this processor uses Socket AM4, it fits the wide range of existing AM4 motherboards. That makes it a practical way to upgrade an older Ryzen system without replacing the board. Before installing it, check that your motherboard has a compatible BIOS version.
This CPU suits gamers building a mid-range PC, home and office users upgrading an AM4 system, and students or creators who need dependable multi-threaded performance. It is also a good fit for system builders who prefer to choose their own cooler.
| Brand | AMD |
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| Market segment | Desktop |
| PCI Express slots version | 4.0 |
| Warranty | 24 months |
| Processor manufacturer | AMD |
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| Processor family | AMD Ryzen™ 5 |
| Processor generation | AMD Ryzen 5000 Series |
| Processor model | 5600 |
| Processor cores | 6 |
| Processor threads | 12 |
| Processor boost frequency | 4.4 GHz |
| Processor cache | 32 MB |
| Processor cache type | L3 |
| CPU Family name | AMD Ryzen 5 |
| Processor socket | Socket AM4 |
| Processor lithography | 7 |
| Processor base frequency | 3.5 |
| Memory types supported by processor | DDR4-SDRAM |
| Memory clock speeds supported by processor | 2667/2933/3200 |
| Memory channels | Dual-channel |
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| On-board graphics card | No |
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| On-board graphics card model | Not available |
| Discrete graphics card | No |
| Discrete graphics card model | Not available |
| Thermal Design Power (TDP) | 65 |
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| Model number | 5600 |
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| Package type | Tray |
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| Cooler included | No |
| Product Net Weight | 0.03 kg |
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No. This is the OEM version and no cooler is included, so you will need a compatible AM4 cooler.
It fits motherboards with Socket AM4. The manufacturer does not list specific chipsets or BIOS versions in these specifications.
It has a 3.5 GHz base clock and boosts up to 4.4 GHz.
