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Square green CPU package with gold contacts and silver integrated heat spreader, includes Wraith Stealth cooler

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Configurator Ryzen 5 5500 6-core 12-thread desktop processor

SKU CH-4WRB-W1WCS MPN 100-100000457BOX_Conf_20220809

6-core, 12-thread AM4 desktop CPU with 4.2 GHz max boost and included Wraith Stealth cooler

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

Option

  • AMD Ryzen 5 5500
  • GIGABYTE B550M GAMING X WIFI6 AM4 + AMD Ryzen 5 5500 + Team T-Force Delta RGB Model TF3D416G3200HC16FDC01

Struck-through versions exist but are not stocked here.

  • 6 cores and 12 threads handle multi-tasking workloads
  • 2 GHz max turbo frequency speeds up single-thread tasks
  • 16 MB L3 cache reduces memory latency for gaming
  • 65 W TDP keeps power draw and heat low
  • Wraith Stealth cooler included for out-of-the-box cooling

Six-core AM4 processor for DDR4 builds

The Ryzen 5 5500 is a 6-core, 12-thread desktop CPU built on 7 nm Cezanne silicon with a 65 W TDP. It targets builders assembling new AM4 systems or upgrading existing boards who do not need integrated graphics. The processor ships with a Wraith Stealth cooler in the box.

Bundled Wraith Stealth cooler covers stock operation

The included Wraith Stealth handles the 65 W thermal envelope at base and boost clocks without extra cost or mounting hassle. No separate cooler purchase is required for standard workloads, keeping the platform cost predictable for budget-conscious builders.

16 MB L3 cache and DDR4-3200 support define headroom

The 16 MB L3 cache and official DDR4-3200 memory ceiling suit mainstream gaming and multitasking at 1080p. Workloads that scale beyond six cores or demand higher memory bandwidth will hit the ceiling, and the lack of integrated graphics means a discrete GPU is mandatory for any video output.

Highlights

  • 6 cores and 12 threads handle multi-tasking workloads
  • 2 GHz max turbo frequency speeds up single-thread tasks
  • 16 MB L3 cache reduces memory latency for gaming
  • 65 W TDP keeps power draw and heat low
  • Wraith Stealth cooler included for out-of-the-box cooling

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

Does the Wraith Stealth cooler included with the Ryzen 5 5500 need thermal paste replacement later?

The Wraith Stealth ships with pre-applied thermal compound; replacing it after a few years can restore heat transfer if temperatures rise.

Which limit appears first when all six cores run at 4.2 GHz for extended periods?

The 65 W thermal design power is the first ceiling; the Wraith Stealth is rated for this TDP, so sustained turbo depends on case airflow.

How loud and hot does the Wraith Stealth get during all-day loads on this 65 W processor?

Under continuous load the cooler spins faster to dissipate 65 W, producing audible fan noise and warm exhaust air inside the chassis.

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