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  • Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Best new purchase

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    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Its response on startups, programs download and installs were great. Even with the setup that I have the performance is really great.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Amazing

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    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    I recently upgraded to the AMD Ryzen 5 5500, and I’m genuinely impressed with how much value this CPU delivers. For a mid-range chip, it punches way above its weight. Multitasking feels smooth, everyday workloads run effortlessly, and it handles gaming surprisingly well—especially when paired with a decent GPU. Temperatures stay under control, even under load, and the installation was quick and painless. What stands out most is the price-to-performance ratio: you get 6 cores, 12 threads, and consistently solid speeds without breaking the bank. If you’re building a budget-friendly system or upgrading an older one, the Ryzen 5 5500 is an amazing choice. Fast, efficient, reliable, and affordable—exactly what you want in a CPU!

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Perfect cpu for any set up

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    Posted . Owned for 3 months when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Ive been building pc's for myself and friends for years and ive always tend to use the same cpu for how great it works and the low budget point makes it even more enticing of a choice I use this cpu in my own pc and its been a tank for the last 6 years. For anyone looking for great preformance without spending there whole budget this cpu is perfect

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    GREAT CPU

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    Posted . Owned for 1 year when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    this product was awesome, being new to computer and not knowing what to get or how to work it I watch a video on how to install this cpu and when I did it ran GREAT. I was able to record while roleplaying on gta5, I was also able to edit video's while watching videos.. It was great highly recommend for pc's

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    An excellent upgrade for an older AM4+ motherboard

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    Posted . Owned for 3 weeks when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    It is a superb value for a CPU that mates well with my Gigabyte AB350N gaming Wifi motherboard. It does not support PCIe 4.0 but those 350 era MBs don't support it either. Performance bump of over 30% from the Ryzen 1600 it replaced. AND it makes my old rig Windows 11 compatible. However, I don't like the cooler. Too hard to install. Aftermarket tower coolers are much easier to install. Hence the one star less in ease of use.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Best Buy Employee

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    AMD motherboard

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    Posted . Owned for 2 weeks when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Good choice at a great price. I would recommend it to a friend.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Great budget cpu

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    Posted . Owned for 2 weeks when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Bought it for my cousins birthday, massive performance bump over an i3 7100, allowed his rx 580 to utilize its full power, plus with SAM, the power is even better, pairing AMD with AMD in dual channel 360mhz and with driver updates, he’s got a solid setup for 1080p gaming

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Good processor

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    Posted . Owned for 3 weeks when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Built a starter gaming PC. Good cpu awesome for anyone starting out in an inexpensive PC build.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Value king

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    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    For 90 bucks this was a huge upgrade from my old 2600X. I know there are better options for the AM4 socket but value wise this was a great pick

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Great For Mid-range Gaming! 1080p!

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    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Does everything I need it to do in a medium-build gaming pc. Paired with an RX580 it slaps at 1080p. Do yourself a favor and pick this up, especially if it's on sale!

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Good

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    Posted . Owned for 2 months when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Fast, runs great for the new upgrades I wanted to do. Good for decent gaming.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    One of the best bang for your buck CPUs

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    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    The Ryzen 5 5500 isn't breaking any records or coming in on the top of anyone's list. However, it's an extremely capable CPU when pared with a mid-range graphics card like the 7600XT, 3060Ti, 6650XT, and the 4060.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    budget friendly

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    Posted . Owned for 1 week when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    The AMD Ryzen 5 4500 3.6 GHz Six-Core AM4 Processor is a fantastic choice for any computer enthusiast or gamer looking for a reliable and affordable upgrade. This processor delivers powerful performance, allowing for smooth multitasking and efficient handling of demanding applications. Its six cores ensure speedy processing and enhanced productivity, whether you're gaming, streaming, or working on complex tasks. Plus, it's easy to install and runs efficiently. Overall, the Ryzen 5 4500 offers great value for the price and is a solid investment for any build!

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Great Buy

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    Posted . Owned for 3 months when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    The Ryzen 5 5500 offers great performance for multiple tasks. With its low $159 price point, it’s an attractive option for budget-conscious users.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Built custom pc

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    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Great, built a pc works perfect. Definitely worth it for the price

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Rated 4 out of 5 stars

    Ryzen 5 5500

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    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Overall, it's a great CPU and would buy again if I ever have to build a new system.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    good cpu

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    Posted . Owned for more than 2 years when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    good value CPU, may not be the best CPU on the market, but at the value it opens the door to building a very competent gaming PC, with a decent upgrade path

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Great upgrade

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    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Bought this for my sons gaming PC. So far it has been a great upgrade from his 4th gen intel he had.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Solid

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    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Excellent choice. Just upgrade my rig to a 4060Ti and works perfectly well together with this 5500

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Exactly what I needed and ordered

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    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Very nice and easy install and works amazing in my computer. Very happy with purchase!

    I would recommend this to a friend
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