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AMD - Ryzen 5 5500 6-Core - 12 Thread 3.6 GHz (4.2 GHz Max Boost) Socket AM4 PCI Express 3.0 Unlocked Desktop Processor - Black

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100-100000457BOX
SKU:
6510779
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Rating 4.7 out of 5 stars with 208 reviews

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96%would recommend to a friend

Customers are saying

Customers are delighted by the Ryzen 5 5500's performance improvements and how well the CPU fits and functions. The price point is also considered awesome relative to its performance. However, some customers have noted that the processor tends to run hot and may require a better cooling system.

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  • Pros mentioned:
    Cpu

    too high

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

    great cpu but had to return. amazon had it cheaper $60 off

    No, I would not recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Performance

    Not bad

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

    It’s a decent processor for its price but if u want to do light gaming this is good for you

    This review is from AMD - Ryzen 5 4500 6-Core - 12 Thread 3.6 GHz (4.1 GHz Max Boost) Socket AM4 Unlocked Desktop Processor - Black

    I would recommend this to a friend

  • Great value

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

    Very very happy with it for 70$ great price for a new cpu

    This review is from AMD - Ryzen 5 4500 6-Core - 12 Thread 3.6 GHz (4.1 GHz Max Boost) Socket AM4 Unlocked Desktop Processor - Black

    I would recommend this to a friend

  • Awesome for entry level gaming

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

    Worked great for an entry level gaming computer I built and matched with a RX 6600. Gets good frames and good quality in all the new AAA games.

    I would recommend this to a friend

  • Great

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

    Great CPU for the price...........................

    This review is from AMD - Ryzen 5 4500 6-Core - 12 Thread 3.6 GHz (4.1 GHz Max Boost) Socket AM4 Unlocked Desktop Processor - Black

    I would recommend this to a friend

  • Spend the extra money get the 5600

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

    Not bad specs for the price. But I went with 5600 instead.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Performance

    Ryzen 5 5500 review

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    Posted . Owned for 4 months when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    its a nice cpu works real great on games and other

    I would recommend this to a friend

  • Shipped flawlessly in extra safe packaging!

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

    Hardware arrived in proper new sealed box and was factory new and 100% functional. Safe packaging and quick shipping!

    This review is from AMD - Ryzen 5 4500 6-Core - 12 Thread 3.6 GHz (4.1 GHz Max Boost) Socket AM4 Unlocked Desktop Processor - Black

    I would recommend this to a friend

  • 6-core 12-thread for around a benjamin

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

    the cpu has power for your typical tasks and can hold its own, not impressive if you are use or even have used a 5800 or higher.

    I would recommend this to a friend

  • Very good

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

    It come dont use but here and look nice very very good

    I would recommend this to a friend

  • Solid CPU for gaming

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

    It’s a solid gpu for gaming. Could be better, but good.

    This review is from AMD - Ryzen 5 4500 6-Core - 12 Thread 3.6 GHz (4.1 GHz Max Boost) Socket AM4 Unlocked Desktop Processor - Black

    I would recommend this to a friend

  • New PC buid, New Processor

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

    Building a new PC and this was choice. Building a new PC is so much fun!

    I would recommend this to a friend

  • Happy parent

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

    Excellent deal. Very happy kid. Had no problem with installing.

    This review is from AMD - Ryzen 5 4500 6-Core - 12 Thread 3.6 GHz (4.1 GHz Max Boost) Socket AM4 Unlocked Desktop Processor - Black

    I would recommend this to a friend

  • Great budget friendly CPU

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

    Perfect for a low cost, low impact system. Runs lots of different apps simultaneously without issue!

    This review is from AMD - Ryzen 5 4500 6-Core - 12 Thread 3.6 GHz (4.1 GHz Max Boost) Socket AM4 Unlocked Desktop Processor - Black

    I would recommend this to a friend

  • Good

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

    Great service. No isiies with delvyeyr and the person was very nice

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Performance, Price

    Good value

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

    Great price and performance for a side home theater pc

    This review is from AMD - Ryzen 5 4500 6-Core - 12 Thread 3.6 GHz (4.1 GHz Max Boost) Socket AM4 Unlocked Desktop Processor - Black

    I would recommend this to a friend

  • Great

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

    very fast shipping, runs great, so much faster boot

    This review is from AMD - Ryzen 5 4500 6-Core - 12 Thread 3.6 GHz (4.1 GHz Max Boost) Socket AM4 Unlocked Desktop Processor - Black

    I would recommend this to a friend

  • Good upgrade for very specific people.

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

    Good if nabbed for under 100, not worth it over that. Only do so if you are rocking a 2600 or 1600. A 3600 put performs this.

    This review is from AMD - Ryzen 5 4500 6-Core - 12 Thread 3.6 GHz (4.1 GHz Max Boost) Socket AM4 Unlocked Desktop Processor - Black

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Performance

    Processor great, no game bundle

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

    The processor runs great. The game bundle that was supposed to come with it never panned out. Redemption instructions never showed up in my email.

    I would recommend this to a friend

  • Jus ok

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    Posted . Owned for 7 months when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Works ok not too fast not too slow could be upgraded

    I would recommend this to a friend
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