AMD Ryzen 5 5600X 3.7 GHz Six-Core AM4 Processor

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AMD Ryzen 5 5600X 3.7 GHz Six-Core AM4 Processor
Key Features
  • 6 Cores & 12 Threads
  • 3.7 GHz Base Clock
  • 4.6 GHz Max Boost Clock
  • Socket AM4
Power up your computing experience with the AMD Ryzen 5 5600X 3.7 GHz Six-Core AM4 Processor, which features six cores and 12 threads to help quickly load and multitask demanding applications. 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 3.7 GHz and a max boost clock speed of 4.6 GHz in addition to 32MB of L3 Cache, the Ryzen 5 5600X 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.
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AMD 5600X Overview

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Power up your computing experience with the AMD Ryzen 5 5600X 3.7 GHz Six-Core AM4 Processor, which features six cores and 12 threads to help quickly load and multitask demanding applications. 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 3.7 GHz and a max boost clock speed of 4.6 GHz in addition to 32MB of L3 Cache, the Ryzen 5 5600X 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
Precision Boost Overdrive technology takes advantage of your compatible motherboard's design to boost clock speeds higher and for longer periods of time. It also allows you overclock the processor at the touch of a button.
AMD StoreMI Technology
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. Frequently used files and programs are cached onto the fast SSD while other files are stored on the high-capacity HDD.
AMD Ryzen VR Ready Premium
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
Personalized Performance
The AMD Ryzen Master Utility provides you with multiple custom profiles to store CPU, GPU, and DDR4 memory configurations. Use it to configure performance parameters for the active cores and adjust memory times. You can also optimize general performance or fine tune your favorite applications.
System Monitoring
Monitor your system in real-time using the AMD Ryzen Master Utility, which features a histogram of per-core clock rates and temperature, including average and peak readings.
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AMD 5600X Specs

Key Specs
CPU Model
AMD Ryzen 5 5600X
CPU Socket
AM4
Unlocked
Yes
Number of Cores
6
Base Clock Speed
3.7 GHz
Maximum Boost Speed
4.6 GHz
Thermal Design Power (TDP, Max)
65 W
Included Thermal Solution
Wraith Stealth
General
CPU Model
AMD Ryzen 5 5600X
CPU Socket
AM4
Manufacturing Process
7 nm
Maximum Number of PCIe Lanes
24 (Revision 4.0)
Unlocked
Yes
Performance
Number of Cores
6
Number of Threads
12
Base Clock Speed
3.7 GHz
Maximum Boost Speed
4.6 GHz
L3 Cache
32 MB
Memory Support
Memory Support
DDR4 Up to 3200 MHz
ECC Memory
No
Channel Architecture
Dual Channel
Power
Thermal Design Power (TDP, Max)
65 W
Included Thermal Solution
Wraith Stealth
Maximum Temperature
203°F / 95°C
Thermal Monitoring Technologies
Yes
Technology
Performance Technologies
Precision Boost 2
Packaging Info
Package Weight
0.995 lb
Box Dimensions (LxWxH)
5.3 x 5.2 x 2.9"

AMD 5600X Reviews

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Is this item vegan-friendly?

Is this item vegan-friendly?
Asked by: Erin
It completely meat and guilty free.
Answered by: Jaime
Date published: 2022-11-25

Is the 5 5600x brand new and not used? Also, is ...

Is the 5 5600x brand new and not used? Also, is the product newly produced and not one from 2021 that has been sitting in the warehouse???
Asked by: patrick
The AMD Ryzen 5 5600X 3.7 GHz Six-Core AM4 Processor will be new and sealed.
Answered by: Zev
Date published: 2022-12-30

does this come with thermal paste?

does this come with thermal paste?
Asked by: Daniel
No
Answered by: Geral
Date published: 2022-03-09

dimensions of packaging and weight?

dimensions of packaging and weight?
Asked by: juan
Outer Box Dimensions (in inches): Ln: 5.30 Wd: 5.20 Ht: 2.90
Answered by: Zev
Date published: 2021-08-11

How well does the Stock cooler perform with it?

How well does the Stock cooler perform with it?
Asked by: Nathaniel
If you are running it at stock speeds, it performs very well.
Answered by: Miguel M
Date published: 2022-11-25

Is this Zen 3?

Is this Zen 3?
Asked by: Jesse
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Answered by: Farouk
Date published: 2021-07-26

How many cores and threads does it have?

How many cores and threads does it have?
Asked by: Tobias
The AMD Ryzen 5 5600X 3.7 GHz Six-Core AM4 Processor BH #AM5600X612 has 6 Cores & 12 Threads.
Answered by: Miguel M
Date published: 2022-01-12

Does this product come with a warranty of some ...

Does this product come with a warranty of some sort?
Asked by: Noah
Yes. A 3-Year manufacturers warranty.
Answered by: Anonymous
Date published: 2021-07-26
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