Question 1

does it perform the same as a 5600?

Accepted Answer

No it is 7.9% slower due to the L3 Cache being half of the 5600 without the integrated graphics.  To be honest that don't mean as much for gaming (-5 fps or lower 0.1% fps), but if they are both the same price then stick with the 5600 CPU not the 5600G APU.  All though those that do buy the APU have peace of mind knowing they have a backup plan if their discrete GPU up, and dies so your PC ain't a giant paper weight while you wait for a new one to arrive.

Question 2

Does it come with thermal paste?

Accepted Answer

Yes. The AMD Wraith Stealth Cooler comes with pre-applied thermal paste.

Question 3

whats a good motherboard for this cpu
?

Accepted Answer

I'm using it in a  MSI b550 although it will also work in my MSI 570 Pro A (either with hdmi connector). Always update the bios for best compatibility.

Question 4

Does AMD Ryzen 5 CPU support NEW Windows 11 ????

Accepted Answer

Microsoft says it does--on my Asus X470 Prime Pro MB, I am getting messages saying "Upgrade to Windows 11 is ready" since early Nov 2021

Question 5

Does it come with a CPU fan/cooler?

Accepted Answer

Yes, it comes with an AMD Wraith Stealth cooler.

Question 6

Will this work with DDR 5 ram?

Accepted Answer

The AMD Ryzen 5 5600G supports DDR4 3200 memory types.

Question 7

Can the graphics be disable? I have my own and want to use it.

Accepted Answer

If you have your own dedicated card, you'd be better off buying the 5600x.  It's $100 cheaper and will give you better performance without the integrated graphics.

Question 8

Why I wonder is AMD releasing brand new CPU's, in the latter half of 2021, with PCIe 3.0 still?

Accepted Answer

PCIe 3.0 has a lower power draw.  The product is an APU.  The GPU is useful for a builder who does not wish to buy a discreet graphics card.

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