Question 1

I currently have an AMD Ryzen 3 2200g, would this be a noticable improvement?

Accepted Answer

this would be a drastric upgrade to cpu performance since the g series were usually unable to use core multithreading, so this woul dbe a drastic improvement and a cpu compatible with it would be less than 200 for viable performance

Question 2

Does it have integrated graphics?

Accepted Answer

No integrated graphics. You will have to buy a graphics card and use those outputs. Onboard motherboard outputs will not work.

Question 3

I'm new to the pc world do i still need a cpu cooler?

Accepted Answer

The cooler it comes with works fine. Its easy to upgrade the cooler later on if  you have heat issues. Ive not had any issues with the cooler that comes with it.

Question 4

Would this CPU be suitable for office work?

Accepted Answer

Yes, the AMD Ryzen 5 5500 is suitable for office work as it offers reliable performance for general use and productivity tasks.

Question 5

Does it come with thermal paste for the processor? I know it comes with a fan.

Accepted Answer

it does not come with thermal paste. Don't worry, though, it isn't very expensive.

Question 6

What motherboards is this compatible with?

Accepted Answer

Compatible with the AM4 socket. On older motherboards, you may need a BIOS update.

Question 7

Is this CPU good value for money?

Accepted Answer

Many reviewers note its exceptional value, providing great performance at a budget-friendly price.

Question 8

Is this CPU suitable for a starter or a budget setup?

Accepted Answer

The AMD Ryzen 5 5500 is deemed a reliable and versatile choice for anyone building or upgrading a PC, particularly for those focusing on 1080p gaming. It provides great performance at a budget-friendly price, making it an excellent option for a starter or budget setup.

Question 9

Is this CPU suitable for building budget PCs for resale?

Accepted Answer

Yes, the AMD Ryzen 5 5500 is considered suitable for budget PC builds due to its affordability, efficient power consumption, and good performance in gaming and productivity tasks.

Question 10

Is this CPU a good choice for someone on a budget?

Accepted Answer

The AMD Ryzen 5 5500 is considered a good choice for budget-conscious consumers as it offers solid performance in gaming and productivity tasks, efficient power consumption, and affordability.

Brand	AMD
Processors Type	Desktop
Series	Ryzen 5 5000 Series
Name	Ryzen 5 5500
Model	100-100000457BOX

CPU Socket Type	Socket AM4
Core Name	Cezanne (Zen 3)
# of Cores	6-Core
# of Threads	12-Threads
Operating Frequency	3.6 GHz
Max Turbo Frequency	4.2 GHz
L1 Cache	384KB
L2 Cache	3MB
L3 Cache	16MB
Manufacturing Tech	7nm
Instruction Set	64-Bit
Memory Types	DDR4 3200
Integrated Graphics	None Integrated Graphics
Thermal Design Power	65W
Cooling Device	Wraith Stealth

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