AMDAM4Zen 3
AMD Ryzen 5 5600X
6 Cores, 12 Threads | Up to 4.6 GHz | 65W TDP
Budget Gaming1080p GamingBudget BuildsOffice Work
Price in India
Across 25+ retailers
₹12,000 - ₹16,000
MSRP: $299 USD
Benchmark Score75/100
Gaming Score82/100
Productivity Score68/100
Cores & Threads
6C / 12T
Clock Speed
4.6 GHz
Base: 3.7 GHz
TDP
65W
Cache
32MB
L2: 3MB
Full Specifications
BrandAMD
SeriesRyzen 5 5000
Model5600X
SocketAM4
Cores6
Threads12
Base Clock3.7 GHz
Boost Clock4.6 GHz
TDP65W
ArchitectureZen 3
Lithography7nm
L2 Cache3MB
L3 Cache32MB
Integrated GraphicsNone
Launch Date5 November 2020
Pros
- Excellent value for budget gaming
- Low 65W TDP - runs cool
- Includes stock cooler
- Works with affordable B450/B550 boards
- DDR4 keeps total cost very low
Cons
- 6 cores may limit future games
- No integrated graphics
- AM4 platform no longer receiving updates
- Newer 7600X on AM5 offers upgrade path
Best GPU Pairings
GPUs that pair well with AMD Ryzen 5 5600X for balanced builds
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about AMD Ryzen 5 5600X
Is Ryzen 5 5600X the best budget gaming CPU in India?
At ₹12,000-16,000, the Ryzen 5 5600X is one of the best value gaming CPUs in India. It offers excellent 1080p and solid 1440p gaming performance, especially paired with mid-range GPUs.
What cooler comes with Ryzen 5 5600X?
The 5600X includes the AMD Wraith Stealth cooler, which is adequate for stock operation. For overclocking or quieter operation, consider an aftermarket cooler like DeepCool AK400 or Noctua NH-U12S.
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