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May 11, 2026 1:28 PM

AMD Ryzen 5 5500 6-Core 12-Thread AM4 CPU + Gamdias BOREAS 120mm Coolers

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Newegg has AMD Ryzen 5 5500 6-Core 12-Thread Desktop AM4 CPU + Gamdias BOREAS E2-410WH 120mm Hydraulic CPU Air Coolers (auto-added to cart) for $89.99 - $10 w/ promo code SSF6795 applied at checkout = $79. Shipping is free.

Amazon has AMD Ryzen 5 5500 6-Core 12-Thread Desktop AM4 CPU for $89 - $10 when you clip the coupon on the product page = $79. Shipping is free.

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Features:
  • 6 Cores & 12 Threads
  • 3.6 GHz Base Clock
  • 4.2 GHz Max Boost Clock
  • Socket AM4
  • 3MB L2 & 16MB L3 Cache
  • DDR4-3200 Memory
  • Includes Wraith Stealth Cooler
  • Unlocked Processor
  • Zen 3 Architecture

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Newegg has AMD Ryzen 5 5500 6-Core 12-Thread Desktop AM4 CPU + Gamdias BOREAS E2-410WH 120mm Hydraulic CPU Air Coolers (auto-added to cart) for $89.99 - $10 w/ promo code SSF6795 applied at checkout = $79. Shipping is free.

Amazon has AMD Ryzen 5 5500 6-Core 12-Thread Desktop AM4 CPU for $89 - $10 when you clip the coupon on the product page = $79. Shipping is free.

Note: You must be logged in to clip coupons; coupons are typically for one-time use.

Thanks to Community Member shivster1796 for finding this deal.

Features:
  • 6 Cores & 12 Threads
  • 3.6 GHz Base Clock
  • 4.2 GHz Max Boost Clock
  • Socket AM4
  • 3MB L2 & 16MB L3 Cache
  • DDR4-3200 Memory
  • Includes Wraith Stealth Cooler
  • Unlocked Processor
  • Zen 3 Architecture

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Written by powerfuldoppler | Staff

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May 11, 2026 2:33 PM
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Joey532May 11, 2026 2:33 PM
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People talk crap about this chip but I got it for around this price a few years back and it handles everything really well.
May 11, 2026 3:27 PM
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Browncoat1May 11, 2026 3:27 PM
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No IGPU on this chip. Will need to be paired with a dedicated card.
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May 11, 2026 4:13 PM
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01jludeMay 11, 2026 4:13 PM
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This is actually a really good budget cpu, basically handles what you actually.
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May 11, 2026 4:17 PM
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CrazyHorse
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May 11, 2026 4:17 PM
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Same price on Amazon after coupon
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May 11, 2026 4:27 PM
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artcab
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May 11, 2026 4:27 PM
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If you're building an entire system, do yourself a favor and look at combo deals at both Newegg and MicroCenter (where applicable).

Newegg

https://www.newegg.com/p/pl?d=amd+5500+comboyou can get

Microcenter

https://www.microcenter.com/site/...-save.aspx

This processor comes with a stock AMD cooler, so not much of a value add IMO to get an aftermarket cooler. Hard to ignore combos where for right around 2X the price of the processor you can get a motherboard and more importantly 2X8GB DDR4 RAM included.
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May 11, 2026 5:23 PM
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May 11, 2026 5:29 PM
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artcab
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May 11, 2026 5:29 PM
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Quote from CrazyHorse View quoted comment :
Same price on Amazon after coupon
This Newegg deal includes an aftermarket cooler in addition to the stock cooler provided

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May 11, 2026 6:04 PM
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JKimRXMay 11, 2026 6:04 PM
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Quote from artcab View quoted comment :
This Newegg deal includes an aftermarket cooler in addition to the stock cooler provided
The 5500 already includes a Wraith Spire which is sufficient for this 65w chip
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May 11, 2026 6:12 PM
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artcab
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May 11, 2026 6:12 PM
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Quote from JKimRX View quoted comment :
The 5500 already includes a Wraith Spire which is sufficient for this 65w chip
Agree.
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May 11, 2026 6:28 PM
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CrazyHorse
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May 11, 2026 6:28 PM
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Quote from artcab View quoted comment :
This Newegg deal includes an aftermarket cooler in addition to the stock cooler provided
That maybe but what do you want with 2 coolers? The cpu comes with AMD's Wraith Cooler
May 11, 2026 6:57 PM
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NeatField3352May 11, 2026 6:57 PM
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Quote from SplendidRock9071 View quoted comment :
Doesn't support gen 4, why people keep pushing this crap I have no idea
Because its probably the best overall budget chip available right now. afaik, Intel doesnt offer anything with this performance at this price. So if youre only paying this much for a cpu, Gen4 and less L3 cache probably isn't a huge concern in the first place. But yeah, it was a much better buy when it was under $60 few months ago and an aftermarket cooler isnt needed for this little chip.
May 11, 2026 6:58 PM
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SplendidRock9071May 11, 2026 6:58 PM
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Quote from NeatField3352 View quoted comment :
Because its probably the best overall budget chip available right now. afaik, Intel doesnt offer anything with this performance at this price. So if youre only paying this much for a cpu, Gen4 and less L3 cache probably isn't a huge concern in the first place. But yeah, it was a much better buy when it was under $60 few months ago and an aftermarket cooler isnt needed for this little chip.
It's also half the l3 cache as a 5600 or 5600x
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May 11, 2026 7:02 PM
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01jludeMay 11, 2026 7:02 PM
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Quote from SplendidRock9071 View quoted comment :
Doesn't support gen 4, why people keep pushing this crap I have no idea
You tell me what games you play that require gen 4 nvme's? Lol
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May 11, 2026 7:03 PM
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artcab
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May 11, 2026 7:03 PM
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Quote from CrazyHorse View quoted comment :
That maybe but what do you want with 2 coolers? The cpu comes with AMD's Wraith Cooler
Actually I wouldn't want either of these deals with or without an additional cooler - this is pretty much regular price for this CPU - I'm pointing out that the Newegg "deal" includes an additional cooler - that may or may not appeal to some folks as an alternative to the adequate stock cooler or for something else they may have a use for.
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