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AMD Ryzen 5 5500U

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Performance
10,04027% of 36,991

The Ryzen 5 5500U has 27% of the performance compared to the leader for the 3DMark 11 Performance Physics benchmark: AMD Ryzen 9 7950X3D.

Performance per dollar

We do not have performance per dollar data for the Ryzen 5 5500U for the 3DMark 11 Performance Physics benchmark.

Specs at a glance
Cores / Threads6 / 12
Memory SupportDDR4
Clock2.1 GHz / 4.0 GHz
Release DateQ1 2021
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Summary

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About the AMD Ryzen 5 5500U CPU

The AMD Ryzen 5 5500U is a 6-core (12-thread) processor built for the mobile CPU market. It launched in Q1 2021. It is part of AMD's Ryzen 5 lineup, which is based on the Zen 2 microarchitecture. The 5500U is compatible with AMD Socket FP6 motherboards and is fabricated on TSMC's 7 nm manufacturing process. It features the Radeon Graphics 448SP integrated graphics solution.

Memory and Cache

The Ryzen 5 5500U supports DDR4 memory and features a dual-channel memory controller, allowing it to utilize 2 memory modules simultaneously. In terms of cache, the Ryzen 5 5500U has multiple levels of cache. Its L1 cache, which is the smallest and fastest, is 64 KB in size, providing rapid access to crucial instructions. Its L2 cache, at 512 KB, is larger but slower than the L1. Its L3 cache, a shared resource among the CPU's cores, has a capacity of 8 MB.

Cores and Clock Speeds

The Ryzen 5 5500U features 6 total cores which can process 12 threads simultaneously. The multi-threading capability allows the CPU to execute multiple computational tasks in parallel. The base clock speed of the CPU is 2.1 GHz, and it can boost up to 4.0 GHz under heavy workloads. Higher clock speeds result in better performance for the same microarchitecture. The multiplier is locked, making it incapable of overclocking for pushing performance further.

Integrated Graphics

The Ryzen 5 5500U includes an integrated graphics solution called Radeon Graphics 448SP. This graphics processor is directly integrated into the CPU and is not as powerful as a dedicated graphics card. While integrated graphics can handle basic tasks like web browsing and office applications, it is not suitable for more demanding activities such as gaming or video editing, where a dedicated graphics card offers superior performance.

Benchmark Performance

The Ryzen 5 5500U has the 245th best 3DMark 11 Performance Physics score among the 720 benchmarked CPUs in our database. It achieves 27.14% of the performance of the best benchmarked CPU, the AMD Ryzen 9 7950X3D.

General Info

General overview of the CPU, including details like its manufacturer, release date, launch price, and current production status.

InfoValue
ManufacturerAMD
SeriesRyzen 5
Market SegmentMobile
Release DateQ1 2021
Production StatusActive
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Benchmark Performance

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Performance
10,04027% of 36,991

The Ryzen 5 5500U has 27% of the performance compared to the leader for the 3DMark 11 Performance Physics benchmark: AMD Ryzen 9 7950X3D.

The Ryzen 5 5500U is ranked 245th with a score of 10,040.

Performance per dollar

We do not have performance per dollar data for the Ryzen 5 5500U for the 3DMark 11 Performance Physics benchmark.

Relative Performance

Ryzen 5 5500U's average score in the benchmark can be compared to similar CPUs to assess relative performance. Generally, more powerful CPUs tend to have higher scores.

CPUBenchmark Performance
Core i5-1235U10,290+2%
Core i7-1160G710,247.5+2%
Core i7-4980HQ10,201+2%
Core i5-1230U10,067+0%
Ryzen 5 4680U10,051+0%
Ryzen 5 5500U10,040
Core i7-7820HK10,019-0%
Core i7-7920HQ10,006-0%
Core i3-1215U9,991.5-0%
Core i5-10300H9,884.5-2%

Relative Value For Money

Ryzen 5 5500U's average performance per dollar in the benchmark can be compared to similar CPUs to assess relative value. A higher score generally implies better value for your moeny.

CPUPerformance Per Dollar
Our database does not have enough data to compare the benchmark performance per dollar with other CPUs.

Benchmark Scores

This table showcases the Ryzen 5 5500U's average performance scores across industry-standard CPU benchmark tests. These scores provide a valuable insight into overall performance. Powerful CPUs tend to have higher scores.

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BenchmarkValue
3DMark 11 Performance Physics
10,040
3DMark Time Spy CPU
5,074.5
Cinebench R15 Multi-Core
1,247
Cinebench R15 Single-Core
177
Geekbench 6.2 Multi-Core
4,528
Geekbench 6.2 Single-Core
1,285
CPU Mark Multi-Thread
13,046
CPU Mark Single-Thread
2,442
Benchmarks Source: Notebookcheck

Technical Specs

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Manufacturing Details

Information about the CPU's manufacturing like its foundry, process size, and transistor count.

SpecValue
ManufacturerAMD
FoundryTSMC
Process Size7 nm
Transistors9,800 million

Architecture

CPU architecture specs like its memory channels, memory support, and microarchitecture. Newer CPU architectures can minimize bottlenecks and improve execution efficiency using more advanced techniques.

SpecValue
SeriesRyzen 5
MicroarchitectureZen 2
CodenameLucienne
Memory SupportDDR4
Memory ChannelsDual-channel
ECC MemoryNo

Cores & Clock Speeds

Processing power information like its cores and clock speed. These specs impact how fast they can handle instructions and tasks. These have a strong impact on the CPU's performance.

SpecValue
Cores6
Threads12
Clock Speed2.1 GHz
Turbo Clock4.0 GHz
Base Clock100 MHz
Multiplier21.0x
Multiplier UnlockedNo

Cache

CPU cache specs like its L1 & L2 cache. These provide the CPU with a small, but super-fast memory access. A larger cache can improve a CPU's performance.

SpecValue
L1 Cache64 KB
L2 Cache512 KB
L3 Cache8 MB

Compatibility & Power Consumption

Compatibility and power consumption information like its socket type, thermal design power, power limits. These can help verify the CPU's compatibility with other PC components.

SpecValue
SocketAMD Socket FP6
PCI ExpressPCIe 3.0 x12
Thermal Design Power (TDP)15 W
TJ Max105 °C

Graphics, Features, & Extensions

Additional CPU features like its bundled cooler, integrated graphics, and extensions/technologies.

SpecValue
Integrated GraphicsRadeon Graphics 448SP
Extensions / TechnologiesMMX, SSE, SSE2, SSE3, SSSE3, SSE4A, SSE4.1, SSE4.2, AES, AVX, AVX2, BMI1, BMI2, SHA, F16C, FMA3, AMD64, EVP, AMD-V, SMAP, SMEP, SMT, Precision Boost 2

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* Performance rating, performance per dollar, and rankings are based on the 3DMark 11 Performance Physics benchmark and MSRP.