Cores
6
Threads
12
Boost
4.6 GHz
L3 cache
16 MB
TDP
65W
Socket
AM4
Performance breakdown
Gaming12
Productivity11
Single-core12
Multi-core25
Power efficiency12
Lab scores
Performance score12
Cores6
Threads12
Boost clock (GHz)4.6 GHz
Estimated gaming FPS
Paired with a high-end GPU. CPU impact is largest at 1080p.
1080p26 fps
1440p21 fps
4K14 fps
Full specifications
Processor & cores
Clocks & cache
- Base clock
- 3.6 GHz
- Boost clock
- 4.6 GHz
- L1 cache
- 384 KB
- L2 cache
- 3 MB
- L3 cache
- 16 MB
Memory & platform
- Memory support
- DDR4
- Base power (TDP)
- 65W
- Max temperature
- 95°C
- PCIe
- PCIe 3.0
- Launch price
- $140
Technologies
- Extensions
- AES-NI, AVX, AMD-V, Precision Boost 2
Community Feedback
What Owners Say
Owners praise it as a great budget gaming chip that runs cool and pairs well with older AM4 boards. The common gripe is that the integrated graphics are just okay, not enough for serious gaming without a dedicated card.
Pros
- Runs cool with stock cooler.
- Plays older games without a GPU.
- Upgrades any AM4 motherboard easily.
- Feels fast for everyday tasks.
Cons
- PCIe 4.0 limited to graphics only
- Slower than the 5600 non-G
- No PCIe 5.0 support
Verdict
Our verdict on the Ryzen 5 5600GT
This is an AM4 APU that trades away most of its CPU grunt for a shockingly capable integrated graphics unit.
Get it if you're building a budget AM4 gaming rig and want integrated graphics that actually play modern titles at low settings. Skip it if you already own a dedicated graphics card, as the older CPU architecture holds back performance compared to newer options.
Buy it if…
- You want a budget gaming PC without a separate graphics card.
- You need an affordable upgrade for your older AM4 motherboard.
- You build a basic office or home computer that handles daily tasks fine.
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