Six-Core Processor
Six CPU cores provide the processing foundation for this Ryzen 5 model.
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AMD
Ryzen 5 3500X
Six-core Zen 2 chip aimed at affordable gaming systems.
General Information
- Brand
- AMD
- Name
- Ryzen 5 3500X
- Category
- Computer Processors
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$70.00Last updated: 11/6/2026
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Zen 2 Architecture
The Ryzen 5 3500X is built on AMD's Zen 2 architecture.
Designed for Affordable Gaming
This processor is aimed at affordable gaming system builds.
The AMD Ryzen 5 3500X is a six-core Zen 2 processor designed for affordable gaming systems.
Media Reviews
Independent perspectives and scores from published reviews.
Tom's Hardware
Ryzen 5 3500X Review: China Gets a Ryzen Exclusive
A solid China-market chip, but retail Ryzen models offer better value and performance.
Paul Alcorn · Apr 29, 2020
TechSpot
AMD Ryzen 5 3500X Review
Poor value versus Ryzen 5 2600 and Ryzen 5 3600; its six-thread design limits productivity and gaming value.
Steven Walton · Dec 28, 2019
OverclockZone
Review AMD Ryzen 5 3500X
Adequate for 2020 gaming, but users needing more threads should choose the Ryzen 5 3600.
Dec 9, 2019
3DNews
Обзор процессоров AMD Ryzen 5 3500X и Ryzen 5 3500
The 3500X is not an attractive alternative to the Core i5-9400F: it is much slower in multithreaded work and generally loses in gaming.
Илья Гавриченков · Nov 6, 2019
Hardwareluxx Russia
Тест и обзор: AMD Ryzen 5 3500X
A distinctive six-core, six-thread Zen 2 chip with full L3 cache and an unlocked multiplier; gaming performance is largely unaffected by the lack of SMT.
Дмитрий Понедельник · May 4, 2020
Attributes
Detailed specifications and product characteristics.
ArchitectureZen 2
Base Clock Speed(GHz)3.6 GHz
Cache Size(MB)32 MB
Core Count(cores)6 cores
Cpu SocketAM4
Included CoolerYes
Integrated GraphicsNo
Launch Date2019
Manufacturing Process7nm
Max Boost Clock Speed(GHz)4.1 GHz
Memory SupportDDR4-3200
Overclocking SupportYes
Pci Express VersionPCIe 4.0
Price(USD)55.64 USD
Thermal Design Power(W)65 W
Thread Count(threads)6 threads
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$70.00Last updated: 11/6/2026
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