The AMD Ryzen 5 5500 is a 6-core, 12-thread desktop processor built on AMD’s Zen 3 architecture, offering strong performance for gamers, creators, and multitaskers. With a 3.6 GHz base clock and up to 4.2 GHz boost clock, it delivers smooth, responsive computing for both everyday use and demanding applications.

It comes with 19 MB of combined L2+L3 cache for faster data access, and PCIe 3.0 support for a wide range of compatible motherboards and GPUs. The Ryzen 5 5500 supports DDR4-3200 memory, making it an excellent choice for budget-friendly, high-performance gaming PCs.