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AMD Ryzen 5 5500 desktop processor in retail box with Wraith Stealth cooler

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Configurator 100-100000457BOX_Conf_20220809 desktop processor

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Six-core, twelve-thread desktop processor with a 4.2 GHz max turbo and 16 MB L3 cache for Socket AM4 platforms

  • Processors TypeDesktop
  • NameRyzen 5 5500
  • CPU Socket TypeSocket AM4
  • Core NameCezanne (Zen 3)
  • # of Cores6-Core
  • # of Threads12-Threads

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Struck-through versions exist but are not stocked here.

  • Six cores and twelve threads handle multitasking workloads
  • Max turbo reaches 4.2 GHz for responsive single-thread speed
  • 16 MB L3 cache reduces latency in games and apps
  • 65 W TDP keeps thermals manageable in compact builds
  • Bundled Wraith Stealth cooler enables quiet operation out of the box

Ryzen 5 5500 desktop processor

The AMD Ryzen 5 5500 is a 6-core, 12-thread desktop CPU built on the 7 nm Cezanne (Zen 3) architecture. It targets system builders who want solid multi-threaded performance in the AM4 ecosystem without integrated graphics overhead. Base clock sits at 3.6 GHz with a single-core boost up to 4.2 GHz, all within a 65 W thermal envelope.

Wraith Stealth cooler included

The boxed processor ships with AMD's Wraith Stealth air cooler, so a compatible thermal solution is available immediately without a separate purchase. The 65 W TDP means the stock cooler is adequate for standard operation at rated speeds. No discrete graphics are integrated, so a dedicated GPU is required for display output.

16 MB L3 cache and DDR4-3200 support

The chip provides 16 MB of L3 cache plus 3 MB of L2, giving ample headroom for gaming workloads and mainstream content creation at 1080p or 1440p. Dual-channel DDR4-3200 memory is supported natively, keeping latency low for everyday multitasking. Heavy all-core rendering or sustained compute tasks will eventually hit the 6-core limit and the 65 W power ceiling.

Highlights

  • Six cores and twelve threads handle multitasking workloads
  • Max turbo reaches 4.2 GHz for responsive single-thread speed
  • 16 MB L3 cache reduces latency in games and apps
  • 65 W TDP keeps thermals manageable in compact builds
  • Bundled Wraith Stealth cooler enables quiet operation out of the box

Specifications

BrandAMD
Processors TypeDesktop
SeriesRyzen 5 5000 Series
NameRyzen 5 5500
Model100-100000457BOX
CPU Socket TypeSocket AM4
Core NameCezanne (Zen 3)
# of Cores6-Core
# of Threads12-Threads
Operating Frequency3.6 GHz
Max Turbo Frequency4.2 GHz
L1 Cache384KB
L2 Cache3MB
L3 Cache16MB
Manufacturing Tech7nm
Instruction Set64-Bit
Memory TypesDDR4 3200
Integrated GraphicsNone Integrated Graphics
Thermal Design Power65W
Cooling DeviceWraith Stealth
Shipping weight0.46 kg
Package size133 × 76 × 76 mm

Questions about this item

Will the Wraith Stealth cooler need replacement if I run the 65W TDP Ryzen 5 5500 at 4.2 GHz max turbo for long periods?

The included Wraith Stealth is rated for the 65W thermal design power, so it handles sustained operation at the 4.2 GHz max turbo without mandatory replacement.

What thermal limit appears first when all 6 cores and 12 threads run continuously at 4.2 GHz?

The 65W TDP ceiling is reached before any frequency throttle, so the processor reduces clocks to stay within that power envelope.

How loud and hot does the Wraith Stealth get when the CPU sits at 3.6 GHz base clock all day?

At the 3.6 GHz base frequency the 65W TDP stays steady, letting the Wraith Stealth spin at low RPM for quiet, moderate temperatures.

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