Search  for anything...
AMD

AMD Ryzen 5 5600 6-Core, 12-Thread Unlocked Desktop Processor with Wraith Stealth Cooler

  • Based on 7,780 reviews
Condition: New
Checking for the best price...
$165.99 Why this price?
Save $43.53 was $209.52

Buy Now, Pay Later


As low as $27.67 / mo
  • – 6-month term
  • – No impact on credit to apply
  • – Instant approval decision
  • – Secure and straightforward checkout

Ready to go? Add this product to your cart and select a plan during checkout.

Payment plans are offered through our trusted finance partners Klarna, Affirm, Afterpay, Apple Pay, and PayTomorrow. No-credit-needed leasing options through Acima may also be available at checkout.

Learn more about financing & leasing here.

Selected Option

Free shipping on this product

FREE 30-day refund/replacement

To qualify for a full refund, items must be returned in their original, unused condition. If an item is returned in a used, damaged, or materially different state, you may be granted a partial refund.

To initiate a return, please visit our Returns Center.

View our full returns policy here.


Availability: Only 3 left in stock, order soon!
Fulfilled by Amazon

Arrives Monday, Jun 22
Order within 19 hours and 55 minutes
Available payment plans shown during checkout

Protection Plan Protect Your Purchase
Checking for protection plans...

Style: Desktop Processor


Features

  • The fastest cores in the world for PC gamers
  • A fast and easy way to expand and accelerate the storage in a desktop PC with an AMD Ryzen processor
  • For the best possible VR experiences, AMD offers select Ryzen VR-Ready Premium processors
  • Unlocked for Overclocking: Yes

Description

AMD Ryzen™ 5 5600 6-Core, 12-Thread Unlocked Desktop Processor with Wraith Stealth Cooler.

Brand: AMD


CPU Manufacturer: AMD


CPU Model: Ryzen 5


CPU Speed: 4.4 GHz


CPU Socket: Socket AM4


Processor Series: Ryzen 5


Processor Speed: 4.4 GHz


Processor Socket: Socket AM4


Secondary Cache: 32 MB


Wattage: 65 watts


Cache Memory Installed Size: 35 MB


Processor Count: 6


Processor Number of Concurrent Threads: 12


Processor Core Count: 6


Platform: Windows


Item Dimensions L x W: 1.57"L x 1.57"W


Brand: AMD


Processor Brand: AMD


Model Number: AMD Ryzen 5 5600


UPC: 730143314190


Manufacturer: AMD


Mfr Part Number: 7BOX


Warranty Description: 3 Year


Item Type Name: Desktop Processor


Global Trade Identification Number: 90


Item Weight: 79 Grams


Unit Count: 1.0 Count


Frequently asked questions

If you place your order now, the estimated arrival date for this product is: Monday, Jun 22

Yes, absolutely! You may return this product for a full refund within 30 days of receiving it.

To initiate a return, please visit our Returns Center.

View our full returns policy here.

  • Klarna Financing
  • Affirm Pay in 4
  • Affirm Financing
  • Afterpay Financing
  • PayTomorrow Financing
  • Financing through Apple Pay
Leasing options through Acima may also be available during checkout.

Learn more about financing & leasing here.

Top Amazon Reviews


  • Incredible Performance for the Price!
Style: Desktop Processor
The AMD Ryzen 5 5600 is an absolute beast for budget and mid-range PC builds. It handles modern gaming and multitasking with ease, offering fantastic speeds right out of the box. It runs cool with the stock cooler, though an aftermarket one keeps it even quieter. An amazing value upgrade that breathes new life into the AM4 platform! ... show more
Reviewed in the United States on May 29, 2026 by Josiel Rosales

  • Great value!
Style: Desktop Processor
Significant and noticeable performance increase from a Ryzen 5 2600. As many reviews have explained, I don't know why Amazon shipped this out in a plastic bag as opposed to a box- the original packaging ended up damaged, but the CPU/items packaged within were OK and undamaged. I didn't use the included fan with this model, but I did use the included fan with my 2600. The fan is noisy and not the most efficient, and with this CPU, you'll want something a bit more efficient to get the most out of it. I run it with a Thermalright Peerless Assassin 120 Vision MAX and can consistently run an overclocked 4.4Ghz at safe temperatures without problems. For those worried about the seller not being official/"Amazon," the chip IS legit. Well worth the performance for the price you pay. ... show more
Reviewed in the United States on May 6, 2026 by Mariella Morelli

  • It works 😄
Style: Desktop Processor
I was doing just fine with the R5 5500 I just needed a bump to pcie4 for my new GPU and nvme drives . Got it at decent price. It won't turn your PC into a super computer but its adequate for my needs , it's speedy and doesn't bottleneck my system. If you can afford an x3d cpu by all means get that but if you're on a budget , this is where you can start your build. ... show more
Reviewed in the United States on May 3, 2026 by Mike

  • All Killer No Filler
Style: Desktop Processor
Let’s just say it up front: if you’re building a mid-range gaming PC, a light workstation, or even a home lab test bench, the Ryzen 5 5600 is still one of the smartest buys you can make in 2025. This chip came out as a "budget refresh" under the 5600X, but guess what? It performs 95% as well for less money—and that’s a win in my book. I’ve used this in three different builds: A gaming rig with a 3060 Ti and 32GB RAM (runs everything at 1080p/1440p like butter) A micro-ATX NAS/media server combo A test bench I keep at the shop with a stripped-down Linux distro for container dev And across all of them? It’s stable, fast, and ridiculously power-efficient. The 6-core, 12-thread layout handles multitasking, gaming, streaming, compiling, and even light 3D rendering without breaking a sweat. Why It’s a Beast (for the price): Base 3.5GHz, boost up to 4.4GHz—plenty fast for any modern task Unlocked for overclocking (though most people won’t need to—it's already well-tuned) AM4 socket = drop-in upgrade for tons of older B450/B550/X570 motherboards Paired with a decent cooler (like that Thermalright Assassin 👀), it runs cool and quiet Works perfectly with budget DDR4—no need to jump to DDR5 yet What Could Be Better: Doesn’t include integrated graphics—so you’ll need a GPU, even just to boot Not future-proof for AM5/DDR5 platforms—but that’s why it’s priced like a legend Stock cooler is okay… but you’re gonna want to upgrade if you're pushing this chip TL;DR: The Ryzen 5 5600 is still one of AMD’s most balanced chips ever made. It’s affordable, reliable, snappy under pressure, and perfect for gamers and builders who care more about performance per dollar than flexing on Cinebench charts. If you're building smart—and not just shiny—this is your CPU. ... show more
Reviewed in the United States on March 29, 2025 by Ian L Terry

  • Stock cooler works good
Style: Desktop Processor
Stock cooler works good. I live in a hot place and the computer keeps a steady temperature. Have been using the computer for more than a month so I feel comfortable reviewing. CPU works great; I'll probably use it for the next decade. Don't play any really intensive games or run crazy programs but it's is at least twice as fast compared to my old CPU (i3 10th gen) at rendering edited videos. ... show more
Reviewed in the United States on June 7, 2026 by Eric

  • Decent budget cpu
Style: Desktop Processor
It’s not bad for a budget pc but I do regret getting it considering am5 isn’t that much more nowadays but overall this does its job fine and pairs nicely with my 6750 xt.
Reviewed in the United States on March 23, 2026 by Kerry

  • Performance Performance
Style: Desktop Processor
Works amazing even if my motherboards power delivery if iffy. If you are coming from a Zen+ platform (or in my case a Ryzen 5 3400G) this thing is a perfect upgrade. This is a non G version so don’t expect integrated graphics.
Reviewed in the United States on May 23, 2026 Reviewed in the United States on May 23, 2026 by Xavier W-M

  • love the cpu
Style: Desktop Processor
love the CPU in Fortnite and would def recommend
Reviewed in the United States on June 5, 2026 by sigma boy

Can't find a product?

Find it on Amazon first, then paste the link below.
Checking for best price...