AMD Ryzen 5 5500

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AMD Ryzen 5 5500 Specifications and Performance Analysis

The AMD Ryzen 5 5500 is based on the Cezanne architecture and is manufactured using the 7 nm process at the TSMC foundry. It is compatible with the AM4 socket used by AMD 300 Series*, AMD 400 Series, AMD 500 Series chipsets and supports PCIe Gen 3, as well as DDR4 memory with speeds of up to 3200 MT/s across Dual-channel memory. This processor features 6 cores operating at a base clock of 3.60 GHz and a boost clock of up to 4.20 GHz, for a total of 12 threads. It is equipped with 64 kB of L1 cache, 512 kB of L2 cache, and 16 MB of L3 cache.

This CPU is designed for a mainstream desktop platform. It supports consumer-grade memory configurations and modern expansion standards, making it suitable for everyday computing, gaming, and productivity workloads.

The AMD Ryzen 5 5500 has a low base TDP of 65 W and a maximum TDP of 65 W. Stock CPU coolers are generally adequate as long as overclocking is not applied. It is a good fit for compact systems where heat dissipation is a concern.

This CPU does not include integrated graphics. A discrete graphics card is required for display output.

Application Performance

AMD Ryzen 5 5500 is a budget CPU, achieving a relative application performance score of 27.75% of the best possible desktop CPU performance. Suitable for light multitasking such as web browsing, coding, and media consumption. Putting heavy workloads on these CPUs can lead to system freezes or unresponsive behavior over prolonged periods.

In terms of productivity value, AMD Ryzen 5 5500 offers excellent performance per dollar, achieving 101.5% efficiency relative to the best possible CPU in the application performance-per-price category. It is an excellent choice for cost-effective computing.

Gaming Performance

AMD Ryzen 5 5500 is a budget gaming CPU, achieving a relative gaming performance score at 1080p resolution of 48.54% compared to the best possible desktop CPU gaming performance. It is best suited for use with entry-level graphics cards, where CPU limitations have a reduced impact on overall system performance.

For gamers, AMD Ryzen 5 5500 offers exceptional value, scoring 116.6% in gaming performance per dollar. It's ideal for budget-conscious gamers looking to pair this CPU with a cost-effective graphics card without significantly sacrificing performance.

General Information

CPU Name	AMD Ryzen 5 5500
Release Price	$159.00
Current Price on Amazon	$82
Amazon Price Updated	6 hours, 46 minutes ago.
Launch Date	4 years, 3 months ago.
CPU Available	True

Architecture

Architecture	Cezanne
Foundry	TSMC
Process	7 nm
Socket	AM4
Chipsets	AMD 300 Series*, AMD 400 Series, AMD 500 Series
Transistors	10700 million
Die Size	180 mm²
PCIe Version	Gen 3

Core Configuration

Cores / Threads	6 / 12
Base / Boost Clock	3.60 GHz / 4.20 GHz

RAM Support

Memory Support / Max Speed	DDR4 / 3200 MT/s
Memory Bandwidth	51.2 GB/s
Memory Channels	Dual-channel

Cache Configuration

L1 Cache (per core)	64 kB
L2 Cache (per core)	512 kB
L3 Cache (shared)	16 MB

TDP Configuration

Base TDP	65 W
Max Turbo Power	65 W

Integrated Graphics

Integrated Graphics	False

Cinebench R24 Performance

Cinebench R24 Multi-core	582
Cinebench R24 Single-core	82

CPU Normalized Performance Chart

AMD Ryzen 5 5500 Compared to Similar Performance CPUs

CPU Price / Performance Table

CPU (Desc) CPU Name Sorts CPUs alphabetically. Click to change order (ascending/descending).	Price (Desc) Price (Amazon) Sorts CPUs by their current Amazon price. Click to toggle ascending/descending.	Performance (Desc) General Performance Based on multi-purpose workloads like rendering, encoding and compression. Click to sort.	Game_Perf (Desc) Gaming Performance (1080p) Measures relative gaming performance in modern games at 1080p. Click to sort by gaming power.	Combined (Desc) Combined Performance Average of general and gaming performance. Use for balanced evaluation. Click to sort.	Perf/Price (Desc) Performance per Dollar Shows how much performance you get for the price. Higher is better. Click to sort.	Game/Price (Desc) Gaming per Dollar Game performance divided by current price. Click to find best gaming deals.	Combined/Price (Desc) Combined per Dollar Overall value score (performance and gaming) per dollar spent. Click to find best overall CPU deals.
Intel Core i5-12400 Intel Core i5-12400 View detailed specs, benchmarks, charts, and comparison for this CPU.	$248 Intel Core i5-12400 Current Amazon Price Click to view this CPU on Amazon. \| 0.0% Intel Core i5-12400 Price Change No significant price change detected.	29.8%	62.1%	46.0%	36.2%	49.4%	46.4%
Intel Core i5-12400F Intel Core i5-12400F View detailed specs, benchmarks, charts, and comparison for this CPU.	$165 Intel Core i5-12400F Current Amazon Price Click to view this CPU on Amazon. \| ↑ 0.6% Intel Core i5-12400F Price Change Price increased from the last update.	29.8%	62.1%	46.0%	54.3%	74.2%	69.7%
AMD Ryzen 5 5600G AMD Ryzen 5 5600G View detailed specs, benchmarks, charts, and comparison for this CPU.	$185 AMD Ryzen 5 5600G Current Amazon Price Click to view this CPU on Amazon. \| 0.0% AMD Ryzen 5 5600G Price Change No significant price change detected.	29.8%	50.9%	40.3%	48.3%	54.2%	54.5%
AMD Ryzen 5 5600 AMD Ryzen 5 5600 View detailed specs, benchmarks, charts, and comparison for this CPU.	$170 AMD Ryzen 5 5600 Current Amazon Price Click to view this CPU on Amazon. \| ↑ 2.0% AMD Ryzen 5 5600 Price Change Price increased from the last update.	29.3%	59.0%	44.1%	51.8%	68.6%	65.1%
AMD Ryzen 5 5500 AMD Ryzen 5 5500 View detailed specs, benchmarks, charts, and comparison for this CPU.	$82 AMD Ryzen 5 5500 Current Amazon Price Click to view this CPU on Amazon. \| 0.0% AMD Ryzen 5 5500 Price Change No significant price change detected.	27.8%	48.5%	38.1%	101.5%	116.6%	116.3%
Intel Core i3-14100F Intel Core i3-14100F View detailed specs, benchmarks, charts, and comparison for this CPU.	$115❗ Intel Core i3-14100F Price Not Available Last known price from Amazon. Currently unavailable. \| 0.0% Intel Core i3-14100F Price Change No significant price change detected.	22.9%	57.1%	40.0%	59.8%	98.0%	87.1%
Intel Core i3-14100 Intel Core i3-14100 View detailed specs, benchmarks, charts, and comparison for this CPU.	$180 Intel Core i3-14100 Current Amazon Price Click to view this CPU on Amazon. \| ↓ -27.8% Intel Core i3-14100 Price Change Price decreased from the last update.	22.9%	57.1%	40.0%	38.2%	62.5%	55.6%
Intel Core i3-13100 Intel Core i3-13100 View detailed specs, benchmarks, charts, and comparison for this CPU.	$130 Intel Core i3-13100 Current Amazon Price Click to view this CPU on Amazon. \| 0.0% Intel Core i3-13100 Price Change No significant price change detected.	22.2%	56.7%	39.4%	51.2%	85.9%	75.8%
Intel Core i3-13100F Intel Core i3-13100F View detailed specs, benchmarks, charts, and comparison for this CPU.	$130 Intel Core i3-13100F Current Amazon Price Click to view this CPU on Amazon. \| 0.0% Intel Core i3-13100F Price Change No significant price change detected.	22.2%	56.7%	39.4%	51.2%	85.9%	75.8%

Processor Comparison and Detail Specifications Table

Specification	Intel Core i5-12400 Intel Core i5-12400 View detailed specs, benchmarks, charts, and comparison for this CPU.	Intel Core i5-12400F Intel Core i5-12400F View detailed specs, benchmarks, charts, and comparison for this CPU.	AMD Ryzen 5 5600G AMD Ryzen 5 5600G View detailed specs, benchmarks, charts, and comparison for this CPU.	AMD Ryzen 5 5600 AMD Ryzen 5 5600 View detailed specs, benchmarks, charts, and comparison for this CPU.	AMD Ryzen 5 5500 AMD Ryzen 5 5500 View detailed specs, benchmarks, charts, and comparison for this CPU.	Intel Core i3-14100F Intel Core i3-14100F View detailed specs, benchmarks, charts, and comparison for this CPU.	Intel Core i3-14100 Intel Core i3-14100 View detailed specs, benchmarks, charts, and comparison for this CPU.	Intel Core i3-13100 Intel Core i3-13100 View detailed specs, benchmarks, charts, and comparison for this CPU.	Intel Core i3-13100F Intel Core i3-13100F View detailed specs, benchmarks, charts, and comparison for this CPU.
Perf Chart
Price	$248 Intel Core i5-12400 Current Amazon Price Click to view this CPU on Amazon. \| 0.0% Intel Core i5-12400 Price Change No significant price change detected.	$165 Intel Core i5-12400F Current Amazon Price Click to view this CPU on Amazon. \| ↑ 0.6% Intel Core i5-12400F Price Change Price increased from the last update.	$185 AMD Ryzen 5 5600G Current Amazon Price Click to view this CPU on Amazon. \| 0.0% AMD Ryzen 5 5600G Price Change No significant price change detected.	$170 AMD Ryzen 5 5600 Current Amazon Price Click to view this CPU on Amazon. \| ↑ 2.0% AMD Ryzen 5 5600 Price Change Price increased from the last update.	$82 AMD Ryzen 5 5500 Current Amazon Price Click to view this CPU on Amazon. \| 0.0% AMD Ryzen 5 5500 Price Change No significant price change detected.	$115❗ Intel Core i3-14100F Price Not Available Last known price from Amazon. Currently unavailable. \| 0.0% Intel Core i3-14100F Price Change No significant price change detected.	$180 Intel Core i3-14100 Current Amazon Price Click to view this CPU on Amazon. \| ↓ -27.8% Intel Core i3-14100 Price Change Price decreased from the last update.	$130 Intel Core i3-13100 Current Amazon Price Click to view this CPU on Amazon. \| 0.0% Intel Core i3-13100 Price Change No significant price change detected.	$130 Intel Core i3-13100F Current Amazon Price Click to view this CPU on Amazon. \| 0.0% Intel Core i3-13100F Price Change No significant price change detected.
Manufacturer	Intel	Intel	AMD	AMD	AMD	Intel	Intel	Intel	Intel
C/SC/T	6 / 0 / 12	6 / 0 / 12	6 / 0 / 12	6 / 0 / 12	6 / 0 / 12	4 / 0 / 8	4 / 0 / 8	4 / 0 / 8	4 / 0 / 8
L2 / L3 Cache	1280.0 kB / 18.0 MB	1280.0 kB / 18.0 MB	512.0 kB / 16.0 MB	512.0 kB / 32.0 MB	512.0 kB / 16.0 MB	1280.0 kB / 12.0 MB	1280.0 kB / 12.0 MB	1280.0 kB / 12.0 MB	1280.0 kB / 12.0 MB
Base / Boost	2.50 GHz / 4.40 GHz	2.50 GHz / 4.40 GHz	3.90 GHz / 4.40 GHz	3.50 GHz / 4.40 GHz	3.60 GHz / 4.20 GHz	3.50 GHz / 4.70 GHz	3.50 GHz / 4.70 GHz	3.40 GHz / 4.50 GHz	3.40 GHz / 4.50 GHz
Memory	DDR4, DDR5 / 4800 MT/s	DDR4, DDR5 / 4800 MT/s	DDR4 / 3200 MT/s	DDR4 / 3200 MT/s	DDR4 / 3200 MT/s	DDR4, DDR5 / 4800 MT/s	DDR4, DDR5 / 4800 MT/s	DDR4, DDR5 / 4800 MT/s	DDR4, DDR5 / 4800 MT/s
Arch / Node	Alder Lake-S / 10 nm	Alder Lake-S / 10 nm	Cezanne / 7 nm	Vermeer / 7 nm	Cezanne / 7 nm	Raptor Lake-R / 10 nm	Raptor Lake-R / 10 nm	Raptor Lake-S / 10 nm	Raptor Lake-S / 10 nm
TDP / Max	65 W / 117 W	65 W / 117 W	65 W / 61 W	65 W / 88 W	65 W / 65 W	58 W / 110 W	60 W / 110 W	60 W / 89 W	58 W / 89 W
Socket	LGA 1700	LGA 1700	AM4	AM4	AM4	LGA 1700	LGA 1700	LGA 1700	LGA 1700
Int. GPU	UHD Graphics 730	None	Radeon Vega 7	None	None	None	UHD Graphics 730	UHD Graphics 730	None

CPU Performance in Rendering, Encoding and Compression-Decompression

CPU (Desc) CPU Name Click to sort alphabetically (ascending or descending).	CB24_MC (Desc) Cinebench 2024 Multi-Core Measured score (higher is better) from CB24 multi-core benchmark.	CB24_SC (Desc) Cinebench 2024 Single-Core Measured score (higher is better) from CB24 single-core benchmark.	CB24_rel (Desc) Cinebench 2024 Relative Normalized score relative to a reference CPU (100% baseline).	Blender (Desc) Blender Rendering (Relative) Normalized score based on rendering performance in Blender.	Encoding_AV1 (Desc) AV1 Encoding (Relative) Relative encoding performance for AV1 video codec.	Encoding_h265 (Desc) H.265 Encoding (Relative) Relative encoding performance for H.265/HEVC codec.	7-zip_Pack (Desc) 7-Zip Compression Relative speed for compressing files using 7-Zip.	7-zip_Unpack (Desc) 7-Zip Decompression Relative speed for unpacking files using 7-Zip.	Performance (Desc) Total Performance Index Average across all benchmarks.
Intel Core i5-12400 Intel Core i5-12400 View detailed specs, benchmarks, charts, and comparison for this CPU.	690	102	27.3%	25.0%	40.3%	34.0%	30.0%	22.5%	29.8%
Intel Core i5-12400F Intel Core i5-12400F View detailed specs, benchmarks, charts, and comparison for this CPU.	690	102	27.3%	25.0%	40.3%	34.0%	30.0%	22.5%	29.8%
AMD Ryzen 5 5600G AMD Ryzen 5 5600G View detailed specs, benchmarks, charts, and comparison for this CPU.	644	85	25.5%	22.2%	37.9%	33.3%	31.4%	28.6%	29.8%
AMD Ryzen 5 5600 AMD Ryzen 5 5600 View detailed specs, benchmarks, charts, and comparison for this CPU.	657	85	26.0%	22.2%	37.9%	31.9%	30.5%	27.2%	29.3%
AMD Ryzen 5 5500 AMD Ryzen 5 5500 View detailed specs, benchmarks, charts, and comparison for this CPU.	582	82	23.0%	21.0%	36.7%	30.4%	29.6%	25.9%	27.8%
Intel Core i3-14100F Intel Core i3-14100F View detailed specs, benchmarks, charts, and comparison for this CPU.	506	109	20.0%	18.7%	31.5%	27.3%	23.2%	16.7%	22.9%
Intel Core i3-14100 Intel Core i3-14100 View detailed specs, benchmarks, charts, and comparison for this CPU.	506	109	20.0%	18.7%	31.5%	27.3%	23.2%	16.7%	22.9%
Intel Core i3-13100 Intel Core i3-13100 View detailed specs, benchmarks, charts, and comparison for this CPU.	465	103	18.4%	18.6%	30.9%	27.2%	21.8%	16.3%	22.2%
Intel Core i3-13100F Intel Core i3-13100F View detailed specs, benchmarks, charts, and comparison for this CPU.	465	103	18.4%	18.6%	30.9%	27.2%	21.8%	16.3%	22.2%