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AMD Ryzen 5 5600X

Boxed, Wraith Stealth included · part 100-100000065BOX

CPU cores
6
Thread count
12
Maximum boost clock
4.6 GHz

A 6-core, 12-thread Zen 3 processor for AM4 motherboards with up to 4.6 GHz boost, 32 MB of L3 cache and a 65 W TDP. It is unlocked for overclocking and comes boxed with a Wraith Stealth cooler, but has no integrated graphics.

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THE ACTUAL PRODUCT
AMD's official Ryzen 5 5600X model-associated Ryzen 5000-series retail-box artwork; exact model association is established by the cited manufacturer page.
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The useful part.

Key strengths

6 Zen 3 cores and 12 threads with up to 4.6 GHz boost and 32 MB of L3 cache, at a 65 W TDP.

Manufacturer source

Wraith Stealth cooler included, unlocked for overclocking with Ryzen Master support, and PCIe 4.0.

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The checks that matter.

Before you buy

AMD's 5600X page doesn't list maximum memory capacity or ECC support; check the motherboard's specifications if you need large memory kits or ECC.

Manufacturer source

No integrated graphics, so a separate graphics card is required. It needs an AM4 motherboard with a compatible BIOS and DDR4 memory (rated up to 3200 MT/s).

Manufacturer source
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Full specifications

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Exact configuration: AM4 boxed processor 100-100000065BOX · Wraith Stealth included

24 specifications in 8 groups. Values are manufacturer specifications unless a row says “Measured result” or “Calculated from cited specifications”. 3 rows repeat listed facts in the manufacturer’s own wording, kept under “Manufacturer wording”.

Cores & clocks

7 items
CPU cores
6Source
Thread count
12Source
Maximum boost clock
4.6 GHz

Peak boost clock, not a sustained all-core speed.

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Base clock
3.7 GHz

Base frequency; boost clocks are listed separately.

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CPU architecture
Zen 3

AMD's CPU core architecture.

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CPU unlocked for overclocking
Yes

AMD lists the CPU as unlocked for overclocking; the motherboard and firmware must support it, and results aren't guaranteed.

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Tuning support
Unlocked CPU overclocking; Ryzen Master support

AMD lists the CPU as unlocked for overclocking and supported by Ryzen Master. Results depend on the motherboard, cooling and the individual chip.

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Manufacturer wording (2)

The same facts in the manufacturer’s combined or original wording, each with its source.

Core count and architecture
6 cores · Zen 3

Core count and architecture alone don't determine application performance.

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Base / boost clocks and conditions
3.7 GHz base; up to 4.6 GHz boost

Maximum boost is not sustained all-core frequency. Workload, cooling and firmware affect clocks.

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Cache

2 items
L3 cache
32 MB

Total L3 cache across the processor.

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L2 cache
3 MBSource

Power & temperature

2 items
Default TDP
65 W

Default TDP, not measured system power.

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Maximum junction temperature
95 °C

AMD's maximum operating temperature (Tjmax), not a typical running temperature.

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Manufacturer wording (1)

The same facts in the manufacturer’s combined or original wording, each with its source.

Processor power definitions
65 W default TDP

AMD's thermal design rating, not the power the whole system will draw.

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Memory support

5 items
Memory support
DDR4; up to 3200 MT/s

Check the motherboard's CPU-support list, BIOS and memory support list. XMP speeds above this rating are not guaranteed.

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Maximum supported memory
Not listed by the manufacturer

AMD's 5600X page doesn't list a maximum memory capacity; check the motherboard's specifications for supported kit sizes.

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CPU ECC memory capability
Not listed by the manufacturer

AMD's 5600X page doesn't say whether ECC memory is supported; check the motherboard and CPU listing if you need ECC.

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Memory channels
Not listed by the manufacturer

AMD's 5600X page doesn't list the number of memory channels.

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Listed memory transfer-rate ceiling
3200 MT/s

AMD lists up to DDR4-3200 without separate ratings for different numbers of DIMMs.

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Graphics, display & AI

2 items
Integrated graphics available
No

AMD says a discrete graphics card is required.

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Integrated graphics or none
None; a discrete graphics card is required

AMD says a discrete graphics card is required; the motherboard's video ports won't work with this processor.

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PCIe, USB & storage

1 item
PCIe configuration
PCIe 4.0

CPU PCIe version, not the number of motherboard slots or a guarantee of the board's bandwidth.

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Platform & package

4 items
Socket
AM4Source
Cooling
AMD Wraith Stealth cooler included

AMD lists the Wraith Stealth with the boxed 100-100000065BOX version.

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Platform checks
Supported AM4 motherboard and DDR4 memory required. Check the motherboard's CPU-support list and BIOS. A separate graphics card is required.Source
Specification region
Not listed by the manufacturer

AMD's 5600X page doesn't state a regional specification.

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Manufacturing

1 item
CPU manufacturing process
TSMC 7nm FinFET

Manufacturing process for the CPU cores.

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