AMD Ryzen 5 5600X 6 Core/12 Thread AM4 CPU
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| Important: Please ensure that your X570, B550 or A520 motherboard has been updated to the latest BIOS, either by using a Ryzen™ 3000 series processor or the BIOS Flashback system (if applicable). The Ryzen™ 5000-series processors will not work on these motherboards without the most current BIOS. X470 and B450 motherboard support varies - please check with your motherboard manufacturer for compatibility. All other chipsets are incompatible. |
AMD Ryzen™ 5 5600X Hexa Core CPU

THE FASTEST IN THE GAME
With six cores and twelve threads the AMD Ryzen™ 5 5600X is powered by the world's most advanced 7nm core technology. Whether you're gaming, creating, or crunching data, The AMD Ryzen™ 5 5600X can handle it all, hands down!
| 3.7 GHz | 4.6 GHz | 6 / 12 | 65W | AM4 |
| Base Clock | Boost Clock | Cores / Threads | TDP | Socket |
Advanced Technology

7NM PROCESSOR CORE TECHNOLOGY
The AMD Ryzen™ 5 5600X has been designed using an industry-leading 7nm process. Utilizing "Zen 3" technology results in faster and more efficient processing to get everything done faster than ever before.
The Latest Features

PRECISION BOOST & PCIe GEN4
The latest technologies are at the palm of your hand with the AMD Ryzen™ 5 5600X. Drop the processor in to a compatible A520, B550 or X570 motherboard and experience features such as Precision Boost 2 and PCI Express Gen4.
The Ryzen™ 5000 Series
| Processor | Ryzen™ 9 5950X | Ryzen™ 9 5900X | Ryzen™ 7 5800X | Ryzen™ 5 5600X |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cores / Threads | 16 / 32 | 12 / 24 | 8 / 16 | 6 / 12 |
| Base Clock (GHz) | 3.4 | 3.7 | 3.8 | 3.7 |
| Boost Clock (GHz) | 4.9 | 4.8 | 4.7 | 4.6 |
| Cache | 72MB | 70MB | 36MB | 35MB |
| TDP | 105W | 105W | 105W | 65W |
| Cooler | Not included | Not included | Not included | Wraith Stealth |
CPU
- CPU Family: AMD Ryzen 5
- Processor Number: 5600X
- CPU Speed: 3.7 GHz
- L2 Cache: 3 MB
- L3 Cache: 32 MB
- Socket: AM4
- CodeName: Zen 3
- Number of Cores: 6 cores
- Turbo Core: Yes
- Turbo Speed: 4.6 GHz
- Number of Threads: 12 threads
Graphics
- Integrated Graphics: No
Memory
- Memory Types: DDR4
- Number of Memory Channels: 2 channels
Electrical
- TDP (Thermal Design Power): 65 W
Physical
- Form Factor: CPU
- In The Box: AMD Ryzen CPU
- Bezel Sticker
- Instructions/Warranty Sheet
- Thermal Cooling Solution
- BIOS Insert
Warranty
- Warranty: 3 Years
Identifiers
- Stock Code: CPU0679
- Mfg Code: 100-100000065BOX
Warranty
- Warranty: 3 Years
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